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by Ian_C
Mon 01 Feb, 2021 15:03
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Gazza - sad news
Replies: 21
Views: 9600

Re: Gazza - sad news

This is so sad, Gary will be sorely missed.
RIP :(
by Ian_C
Thu 01 Oct, 2020 12:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Under Bonnet Windscreen Washer Tubing Layout
Replies: 2
Views: 1648

Re: Under Bonnet Windscreen Washer Tubing Layout

This is how it looks on my 1998 ///m coupe

Image
by Ian_C
Thu 02 Jul, 2020 11:23
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Raid Steering wheel adapter 160122
Replies: 1
Views: 1509

Re: Raid Steering wheel adapter 160122

Spotted this advice on a Porsche forum asking same question: "Expand your search, Nardi, Personal, and Dino adapters will work for a RAID wheel."
Can't comment on validity of the statement but worth a look?
by Ian_C
Thu 18 Feb, 2016 15:25
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.
Replies: 17
Views: 5625

Re: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.

Wavesong wrote:
Ian_C wrote:PMs sent to Jim, Mal, Ken and 33G :thumb:
Hi Ian, I could do with these too. Any chance of some info and pics please?
Details here: https://zroadster.org/pages/bmw-z3-magn ... ne-guards/
by Ian_C
Thu 31 Dec, 2015 17:25
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.
Replies: 17
Views: 5625

Re: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.

corky wrote:Hey up Ian,

Do I get commission ? :joker:
Ha ha, I suppose you should really although it was Aceman who pointed me at the thread initially. I guess I should put a proper ad on here really.
by Ian_C
Tue 22 Dec, 2015 22:16
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.
Replies: 17
Views: 5625

Re: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.

PMs sent to Jim, Mal, Ken and 33G :thumb:
by Ian_C
Tue 15 Dec, 2015 20:48
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.
Replies: 17
Views: 5625

Re: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.

I'm still producing these. £18 inc p&p to a UK address. I'll drop you a pm Malcolm
by Ian_C
Mon 10 Aug, 2015 20:35
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 692DPG's Z3 2.8 Journal
Replies: 30
Views: 19006

Re: 692DPG's Z3 2.8 Journal

Nice to see it's in good hands Dave. Top work :thumb:
by Ian_C
Sat 18 Jul, 2015 14:26
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: My TR4 replacement. Just Love it..!
Replies: 5
Views: 3200

Re: My TR4 replacement. Just Love it..!

One of the last z3s as well. Nice colour combo :thumb:
by Ian_C
Thu 26 Mar, 2015 10:49
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: WANTED - Z3M outside temp sensor
Replies: 7
Views: 2350

Re: WANTED - Z3M outside temp sensor

offyourmarks wrote:Thanks for the replies chaps.

It does makes sense to go down the cleaning route first - Ill give it a go

thanks
I cleaned up the contacts on mine, no problems since :thumb:
by Ian_C
Wed 18 Feb, 2015 21:17
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 692DPG's Z3 2.8 Journal
Replies: 30
Views: 19006

Re: 692DPG's Z3 2.8 Journal

692DPG wrote:I have Ian Cs old Z3M gills which I need to get painted. they'll look even more like different coloured twins then!
Wondered when you were going to get around to that Dave :devil:
by Ian_C
Mon 05 Jan, 2015 20:40
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: How observant are you?
Replies: 9
Views: 2601

Re: How observant are you?

I think it's an ///m roadster isn't it? ///m mirrors, interior and Imola red body colour are the signs :wink:
by Ian_C
Thu 01 Jan, 2015 16:55
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: BMW z3 stoneguards opinion
Replies: 11
Views: 3152

Re: BMW z3 stoneguards opinion

I would go for magnetic black stone guards (but then I'm a little biased :wink:)

I can do you a set for £18 inc p&p, details here: https://zroadster.org/pages/bmw-z3-magn ... ne-guards/
by Ian_C
Mon 29 Dec, 2014 21:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Window drop with hood operation ?
Replies: 12
Views: 3606

Re: Window drop with hood operation ?

It must be possible as the ///m coupe windows drop automatically as soon as the doors are opened. You could likely trigger using a feed from the hood micro switch. Common opinion from this thread http://www.z3mcoupe.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16471 seems to indicate that the coupe body control modul...
by Ian_C
Mon 29 Dec, 2014 09:07
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Posting Pics
Replies: 20
Views: 5081

Re: Posting Pics

Two screens up so fine. When the pic in photobucket is open in front of me there is no IMG box to copy anything into. You should look for something called 'Share Links' (sometimes this is shown as a cog symbol when you hover over the picture). On my iPad I select the picture and the links are shown...
by Ian_C
Sun 14 Dec, 2014 20:50
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 692DPG's Z3 2.8 Journal
Replies: 30
Views: 19006

Re: 692DPG's Z3 2.8 Journal

Looks great very close to the things we did to ours, wheels look spot on. Insides should be like these ...well they would do if they were Type II but because they're Type I the insides look like this: http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p267/myredzed/Wheels/IMG_5122.jpg http://i130.photobucket.com/a...
by Ian_C
Tue 09 Dec, 2014 22:20
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 692DPG's Z3 2.8 Journal
Replies: 30
Views: 19006

Re: 692DPG's Z3 2.8 Journal

David wrote:
spurs fan in a coupe wrote:Loving the position of the digital clock!
Me too!
Please share how you did this!
Extend each of the wires on the OBC loom, route them alongside the gear lever, cut a hole in the oddments tray and connect. Simples :wink:
by Ian_C
Sun 07 Dec, 2014 19:35
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: All comments welcome.
Replies: 6
Views: 2363

Re: All comments welcome.

If one of the garages is a main dealer then I would at least put your experience down on paper and send to BMW UK for comment.
by Ian_C
Sat 06 Dec, 2014 20:23
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 692DPG's Z3 2.8 Journal
Replies: 30
Views: 19006

Re: 692DPG's Z3 2.8 Journal

.......... are those genuine ACS wheels or the repro's ? Looking at them I was wondering because the valve isn't incorporated into the ring of wheel bolts on the rim ?? Hi, they're definitely real according to the inside of the castings. I can't say I've noticed different valve positioning. I'll ha...
by Ian_C
Thu 04 Dec, 2014 20:32
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Car cover bargain!
Replies: 1
Views: 1342

Car cover bargain!

Over on z3mcoupe.com Fat Tony has organised an opportunity to buy very good car covers at a much reduced price. Details are here: http://www.z3mcoupe.com/forum/showthread.php?t=17239 Take a look and if you're interested add your details to this thread. As with the Coupe covers it'll be a first come,...
by Ian_C
Thu 09 Oct, 2014 22:35
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: WANTED: Headlight adjust motor
Replies: 3
Views: 1870

WANTED: Headlight adjust motor

Does anyone have one of these for sale (item no. 3, part no: 67168389947)

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...16&hg=63&fg=05

Cash waiting...
by Ian_C
Sun 07 Sep, 2014 15:30
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Picture wanted...
Replies: 10
Views: 3314

Re: Picture wanted...

Here's a pic of 2 very worn splash guards and a new one - I'd already fitted the other new one before I realised I should take a side-by-side pic! http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p267/myredzed/Coupe/Rebuild/CoupeRebuild007_zpsea999b82.jpg ...and as fitted to my ///m coupe: http://i130.photobucket...
by Ian_C
Thu 24 Jul, 2014 21:27
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Silverstone Classic 2014
Replies: 69
Views: 22496

Re: Silverstone Classic 2014

I'll be there in the morning. Nice run down this evening in the coupe :thumb:
by Ian_C
Tue 27 May, 2014 19:52
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: Newbie from Lancashire - D Day 26 May Z3 2.8
Replies: 25
Views: 4989

Re: Newbie from Lancashire - D Day 26 May Z3 2.8

Don't forget to drive past Ian's house with the top down every time the sun is out. You may see him polishing the roof on his Z coupe :wink: :lol: Don't give me evil ideas! But now you mention it........"... :devil: Oi, I am watching you know! Have to say that Mrs C and I had mixed feelings to...
by Ian_C
Sat 03 May, 2014 17:08
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Bowker BMW Z1
Replies: 5
Views: 2261

Re: Bowker BMW Z1

Good spot Dave. Notice how the 'Mini' is bigger than the CSL :shock:
by Ian_C
Sat 03 May, 2014 17:05
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: Newbie from Lancashire - D Day 26 May Z3 2.8
Replies: 25
Views: 4989

Re: Newbie from Lancashire - deal done on Z3 2.8

Didn't realise you'd signed up Dave, welcome to THE zed roadster forum :thumb:

Not sure if you've found it already, but here's my journal
by Ian_C
Sun 20 Apr, 2014 18:32
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3 PARTS.....FS...
Replies: 14
Views: 2230

Re: WTB...ROUND BUTTON HEATED SEAT SWITCHES

There's a set on German eBay at the mo: http://www.ebay.de/itm/BMW-Z3-Schalter- ... 3f33daa544
by Ian_C
Sat 15 Mar, 2014 21:38
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Looking for seat heating connector under the seat
Replies: 10
Views: 1488

Re: Looking for seat heating connector under the seat

Not sure if a couple of the piccies in my journal might help you out here (take a look at the post where I describe fitting ///m seats) - you can just about make out some part numbers on the connectors http://www.zroadster.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=32&t=11913&hilit=Journal&start=58 I'm p...
by Ian_C
Sun 09 Feb, 2014 19:56
Forum: BMW Car Club and Z Register
Topic: New Z Register chair
Replies: 10
Views: 9045

Re: New Z Register chair

Thanks guys. I'm not straying too far as I'll be active with the ///m coupes and will still lend a hand at BMWCCGB events. The z3 roadster is going though so thought it was time to let someone else have a go at the Register chair thing.
by Ian_C
Sun 09 Feb, 2014 19:11
Forum: BMW Car Club and Z Register
Topic: New Z Register chair
Replies: 10
Views: 9045

New Z Register chair

You may have read in Straight Six that I'm stepping down as the Z register chair after a couple of years in the role. I'm pleased to announce that Alan Jones (Fender2004 on here) has volunteered to take over the post. Alan has penned an introduction for next month's Straight Six and will no doubt be...
by Ian_C
Mon 29 Jul, 2013 11:30
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

Gazza wrote:I'm sorry Ian.............................I have no complaint about Sunday at all :D

Straight in, parked and pointed towards the BMW hospitality marquee for a free coffee and gift pack.

Many thanks to the Organisers from whatever Forum for their time and troubles.
:like: :thumb:
by Ian_C
Sun 28 Jul, 2013 21:48
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

We were squeezed in like sardines (cars not really on show just parked up) We planned to get you in one forum at a time and park you up nicely (as per the layout diagram). The organisers asked us to organise you in the forming up car park so that they could bring you in in groups of 20/30. In reali...
by Ian_C
Sun 28 Jul, 2013 20:58
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

Bit disappoonted at this years zedfest. We arrived at the appointed car park bang on 9:30 only to find about four other bms also there-when he phoned his mate it appeared that bmw oc had already gone. Wewere advised to go back through the main gate . After queing for another 30 minutrs we arrived a...
by Ian_C
Sun 21 Jul, 2013 15:10
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

- UPDATE 21 July - Just a reminder that this coming Tuesday (23rd July) is the cut-off date for letting the hotel know that you wish to partake in either the teas, coffee and bacon rolls on the Saturday or Sunday morning and also if you are planning to enjoy the Asian Buffet on either the Friday or ...
by Ian_C
Sat 20 Jul, 2013 16:20
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

- Update 20 July - Due to a late change by the Silverstone Classic organisers we've had to revise the BMWCCGB layout. I've taken the opportunity to incorporate feedback received to date and the club has settled on the layout outlined in the diagram below. Overall circuit plan (BMWCCGB between the nu...
by Ian_C
Sun 14 Jul, 2013 13:30
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

I'm slightly confused about whether there's an area for this forum, as I can't see it on the map above? You can't see it because there isn't specifically an area for zroadster.net - nobody asked for one. Those of us that aren't particular about who we park next to will be lined up in the BMWCCGB ar...
by Ian_C
Sun 07 Jul, 2013 15:06
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

- Update 7 July -

Note the images below for the layout we have planned for this year's Classic.

- Update 20 July -
Layout further updated. See subsequent posts for latest situation.
by Ian_C
Mon 01 Jul, 2013 20:52
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

Gazza wrote:I have a query, I've been told that 'Goose' are behind the event, My ticket order info came from a Company called seetickets.com, perhaps thats why I'm not receiving the emails.
Nope, my confirmation came from SeeTickets too. Did you see my pm Gary?
by Ian_C
Mon 01 Jul, 2013 19:59
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

There's been a reasonable amount of debate about forum groups parking up together and it's fair to say that opinion appears to be divided. We're catering for all. If you want to guarantee parking next to your forum chums and have a forum focal point then let me know, if your not interested in that t...
by Ian_C
Fri 28 Jun, 2013 15:57
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

- UPDATE 28 June -

You should all have had an email from Duncan in the last couple of days. If you wish to take advantage of the Asian buffet then could you please select the appropriate link from his email (even if you've previously told me you want to make use of the facility) :thumb:
by Ian_C
Tue 25 Jun, 2013 21:09
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

Pierrick wrote:Yes!! Still have my tickets for sale...
Someone on z4-forum was looking for a pair too - I directed them to your For Sale post :thumb:
by Ian_C
Thu 06 Jun, 2013 05:59
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Stan's AW M135i
Replies: 5
Views: 2252

Re: Stan's AW M135i

Nice to see some pics on here Stan :wink:

Fantastic car and great vfm - it's not difficult to see why this is the 'hot hatch' to choose right now. I can only imagine what the z4 sDrive35is would be like after taking Stan's 1er for a blast :twisted:

btw, you need to change your sig pic....
by Ian_C
Sun 26 May, 2013 17:45
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: National BMW Festival 17th-18th August 2013 at Gaydon
Replies: 10
Views: 6852

Re: National BMW Festival 17th-18th August 2013 at Gaydon

If you'd like to display with the Z Register then you need be a BMWCCGB member and registered with the Z Register. Simplez :wink:
by Ian_C
Thu 16 May, 2013 20:40
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: National BMW Festival 17th-18th August 2013 at Gaydon
Replies: 10
Views: 6852

Re: National BMW Festival 17th-18th August 2013 at Gaydon

Thanks for posting Gary.

The Z Register has 60 slots this year and we'll be going for a 'zed of zeds' line up again. When booking your tickets remember to ask for a z register pass if you want to be included :wink:
by Ian_C
Sun 12 May, 2013 11:21
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Silverstone Classic 2013 media launch
Replies: 4
Views: 2579

Re: Silverstone Classic 2013 media launch

Looking good Ian - have they indicated anything about parking arrangements yet, it would be great to be on the hard standing old track again... We'll be using the area near the Mercedes centre (grassy knoll looking down on where we were located last year). We'll be putting a map out when our number...
by Ian_C
Thu 09 May, 2013 12:04
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Silverstone Classic 2013 media launch
Replies: 4
Views: 2579

Re: Silverstone Classic 2013 media launch

Looking good Ian - have they indicated anything about parking arrangements yet, it would be great to be on the hard standing old track again... We'll be using the area near the Mercedes centre (grassy knoll looking down on where we were located last year). We'll be putting a map out when our number...
by Ian_C
Wed 08 May, 2013 20:27
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Silverstone Classic 2013 media launch
Replies: 4
Views: 2579

Silverstone Classic 2013 media launch

Just returned home from a fantastic day out at the media launch for this year's Silverstone Classic (and our MFest & Zedfest). We assembled an excellent array of cars on behalf of the BMWCCGB and there were plenty of other automotive treats in store too. Enjoy the pics... Our line up http://i130...
by Ian_C
Thu 11 Apr, 2013 20:35
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Replies: 216
Views: 69122

Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit

Pierrick wrote:Thanks for your answer robert.
I'll wait a confirmation from Ian and then I'll post on the french forum to let them know they are welcome!
All are welcome Pierrick. It would be great to see some of our French friends at zedfest :thumb:
by Ian_C
Mon 25 Mar, 2013 20:24
Forum: BMW Car Club and Z Register
Topic: Gaydon 2013, Z Register auto jumble?
Replies: 5
Views: 7116

Re: Gaydon 2013, Z Register auto jumble?

Hello Ian, What does it entail ? Essentially we'd like to set aside an area either within each Register display area or centrally for BMWCCGB members to sell BMW car bits. We're keen to keep it tidy and organised but want to know what the response is like before we commit. Personally I think it's a...
by Ian_C
Mon 25 Mar, 2013 19:55
Forum: BMW Car Club and Z Register
Topic: Gaydon 2013, Z Register auto jumble?
Replies: 5
Views: 7116

Re: Gaydon 2013, Z Register auto jumble?

Anyone?!.......