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MG TD TF 1500 - MG TF luggage rack

This is my first posting.
Does anyone know if the MG TD luggage rack will fit on the MG TF? I know that one is available for the TF, but I prefer the TD style that covers the spare tire. I've seen pictures of this style on the TF. Is it still being made for the TF? I've searched all over the Internet without success.

Thanks, Larry in Alabama
lt terrell

It,
I am sure that they are not interchangeble.. When you say that you perfer the TD style that covers the spare, are you talking about the high mount type covering the spare from the top, or the low mount that covers the spare when it is folded up????
Steve Wincze

Larry,
There are two types of luggage racks used on all the T-series cars that I've seen. Steve has asked the right question about which one you are referring to. I have seen the Amco low mount rack used on a TD with some mods done and did have some nice pictures but lost them when I switched computers. The point is that it can be adapted to use on a TD. I'll see if I can get some more pics from the guy that did his. I haven't seen of talked to him in some time, so I don't know if I can or not. However, I will try. The Amco low mount rack is a prized item and you should grab one if you can.

Cheers - Dennis
D L Rainey

Hi:
I posted this under the tread "AMCO LUGGAGE RACK" but got not response so thought that I would try again.

I as well would like to have a fold down luggage rack for my TF but they are hard to find. I agree that they look like they are not difficult to fabricate . . . I would like to try. Is there anyone who would work with me by providing pictures, dimensions, traced drawings etc? If the first one turns out O.K. I would consider a short production run with the intention of keeping the price below what they command on e-bay. Also if anyone has access to the "publication descriptions" mentioned in this thread please contact me.
Godspeed in Safety Fast!
Jc

John Crawley

To all,
This is Larry from Alabama again. After my first post, I found the Archive Tab and did a search for "TF luggage rack". Lots of info here and I guess I'm looking for the low rider AMCO LUGGAGE RACK. If anyone makes one or has one for sale, please let me know. Thanks for the feedback. I have a '54 TF (picture below). Best wishes.




lt terrell

Yes the one that covers the TF tire and sits vertically, is an Amco, but don't know why you would want that type. Amco probably developed it that way because they would infringe on the Victor design that is horizontal over the top of the car. It is the original style offered by the factory as an option.
With no luggage, either one works. With luggage and piled very high, the original may block vision with the top up, if your outside mirrors do not work.
With the Amco, when folded down, it sticks out beyond the bumper and can be damaged by other cars etc that get too close - also if it rains or is messy out, the bottom rack will catch s heap of dirt etc.
I have the original Victor and have travelled 45,000 miles with complete satisfaction. Good luck!
Keith Murphy

Keith:
Maybe you are right. The Amco rack does stick out too far. I have often wondered how much luggage you would want to put that far out back of the rear wheels. The Victor rack though does have the problem of luggage sticking up in the rear view mirror.
Since I have had NO response to my request for help in replicating the
Amco rack perhaps I will devote some time to designing a different rack altogether. Anybody have any input into what the ideal T-series luggage rack would include?
Godspeed in Safety Fast!
Jc
John Crawley

A place for two sets of golf clubs and a couple of suit cases would be my idea of perfect.

LaVerne
LaVerne

Moss in the UK and in the UK sell a rack for the TD called a Runyon. I have one on my TD.

This fits along the slope of the spare wheel when folded up and extends 15 inches beyond the bumper when flat.

It appears to be only for the TD.

Despite the concerns raised above, anything on it doesn't collect much dirt in bad weather. Normal loads do not effect the handling, and frankly any other vehicle that gets within 15 inches of the rear of my car is either crashing into me, or is cause for me to pull over and let the idiot pass.

I have travelled through Europe and the UK using this rack, with enough luggage for two people and all of the heavy spare parts and tools that might be needed on a 2000 mile trip. It works well and frees up all that space behind the seats.

It's a good bit of kit.

Mike.
Mike Christie

A rack that will fit a TF would be of interest to me, without the extensive modifications that the TD rack would seem to require. As an idea, would it be possible to design something which could double as the fastener for the spare tire, and also as the anchor point for the rack? Disclaimer: I am not nearly qualified as a designer or engineer. RUSS YOUNG
D R Young

To All,
The Moss rack limits the width of any thing on it by the support arms on each side. The Amco rack can be loaded without any negtive affect to the handeling of the car.

SPW


Steve Wincze

To All:-- I have both a TD and a TF. Both have Amco style luggage racks. As near as I can see the rack itself is the same, it is the short little rods that attach it to the splash pan that are different. So it would be possible to buy the one for a TF and modify it to fit on a TD or vice versa.
Cheers,
Bob
R. K. (Bob) Jeffers

I made a rack for my TF that is painted black so I don't leave it on the car except for traveling. It attaches to the chrome phillips head valance bolt and the bumper to support iron bolt (I didn't want to drill anymore holes in the valancel). The platform is about even with the center of the spare tire so it doesn't interfere with the rear view. The biggest problem is that the rear valance to bumper clearance which on my car is only about 3/8". It is made from 1/2" square tubing and is not that difficult to make. I can't seem to locate a picture of it but I will keep trying. Have a good day!

John
John Progess

I would love to see current updates on this luggage subject. (Particularly if anyone came up with a rack to carry a couple sets of golf clubs!) Seriously, I'm wanting a rack that works for a TF.
R.M. gardner

Funny how we have all sorts of front pictures but few from the back.
This is what my rack looks like loaded on our way to Nova scotia from Ontario.
The rack was bought from Abingdon Spares in 1996. it is a simple 'L' shape and uses the three bolts that hold on the Disc wheel spare. Never had a problem and it might even carry a couple of light golf bags.
Don't know if they still sell it.
Cheers, Byron.
PS: Steve Wincze from Wallaceburg,ON?


JB Warwick

JB: That appears to be the best rack of all if you can fit everything into one suitcase.

Keith Murphy: If you have a picture of your TF with the Victor rack I would love to post it on the Omgtf site. I don't have one.
Christopher Couper

This is the British made rack on my TF. When folded it rests just above and parallel with the spare wheel, as in the pic. Also swings down to a horizontal position. Sits higher than other folding type racks, but not so high as the fixed position racks that tend to obstruct the rear view when loaded. Perfect compromise in my opinion. I don’t play golf so have never carried any golf clubs, but imagine that it would cope ok. It’s the Sterling by classicbootracks.co.uk
Dave H


Dave Hill

If anyone can explain why that pic appears inverted (other than to Australians) when I’ve tried everything to get it upright, and it’s upright in my photo file, then I would be grateful! Yes I tried saving it inverted and it made no difference.
Dave H
Dave Hill

Here you go Dave.


PJ Jennings

Thanks, but why when in my file it’s upright, did it appear inverted above?
Dave H
Dave Hill

Classic Car Racks in the UK do a very nice TF Rack.

Got some nice straps to go with it from a saddlery.

Peter




P G Gilvarry

View loaded with the picnic basket.

Currently making a third tail/brake light for use when folded. It is a 17" LED.

Peter


P G Gilvarry

Christopher Cooper, we travelled for 17 days using that suitcase and the space above the window cupboard.
Cheers, Byron.
JB Warwick

Here's my fold-down rack with box attached to hold the hood canvas and odds and ends. Jud


J. K. Chapin

Here's my rack with picnic basket attached. Actually I usually have two matching baskets - one lined with 1" Styrofoam for beverages and one unlined for stuff that doesn't have to stay cold. Jud


J. K. Chapin

Here's the box opened to serve as my picnic table. Jud


J. K. Chapin

I bought a rack from classic car racks in the UK. with exchange rates and postage it came just under what Moss motors is priced at.

A half hour installation and it works great. I bought it in October thinking i'd have it by Christmas. It arrived in 9 days!
C. R. Maurer

Here is a photo of my TF with the prior owner, Norm Hathaway and wife. While I do not recommend this, he made this bumper extension and mounted a box for luggage. If it were heavily loaded, the front wheels might not touch ground!
I've never seen any damage or sign of modification on my car.

By the way, I have a Moss Hi Mount rack on now. I don't really use it for luggage, but like how it looks on the car. I suspect the TD and TF use the same rack, but the mounting pieces vary from model to model.

Tom
'54 TF



T Norby

Who sells the Amco rack for TFs? All I get from their web site is motorcycle racks. PJ
PJ Jennings

There was a fellow down south who made a bunch a few years ago out of stainless steel. but no longer. Looked quite nice. Wish I had bought one. This one has held up well but I would prefer it was a fold down type that didn't block the rear view when in use.


L E D LaVerne

I was never impressed with this rack I put on the TD.

The two I had were certainly not interchangable between a TD and TF.


L E D LaVerne

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