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MG TD TF 1500 - MG TD Running Boards

I am just starting to restore a 52 mg td. I removed the running boards and have noticed that they have a slight bow/curve to them. One more so than the other(right side-drivers).
Are they suppose to be perfectly straight? I'd hate to complete bodywork/metal work to straighten them only to find out that they are suppose to have a slight bow/curve.
I am thinking that the drivers is more bowed than the passangers side due to people stepping on it more often.
CR Drolet

They definately have a slight bow/curve to them. When you install new running board strips you have to very slightly bend them so they will confirm to the running boards shape.
Richard Taylor TD3983

"I am thinking that the drivers is more bowed than the passangers side due to people stepping on it more often."

If anyone steps on them, a sharp rap on the shin and a forceful NO! generally cures that bad habit ;-) Cheers - Dave
David DuBois

Don't think I have ever actually used or seen them used!
gblawson(gordon- TD27667)

This thread was discussed on 12/10/2010

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