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by leach62
Thu 07 Apr, 2016 09:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Kent meet up
Replies: 14
Views: 2956

Re: Kent meet up

Alan

Have you put this out on z roadster.org? Might have a few more takers. I seem to remember the last one we had down this way was well attended.

Regards

Jim
by leach62
Wed 06 Apr, 2016 05:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Kent meet up
Replies: 14
Views: 2956

Re: Kent meet up

Hi Alan

Yes I would be up for that, living in Kent

Regards Jim
by leach62
Wed 20 Jan, 2016 17:20
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: SEAT BELT GUIDE "Z" BRACKET FIXES.
Replies: 7
Views: 1521

Re: SEAT BELT GUIDE "Z" BRACKET FIXES.

Hi Southernboy

I would like to purchase a pair of silver brackets please, can you PM me the details for paypal, thanks.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sun 27 Dec, 2015 12:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: fuel cap
Replies: 6
Views: 1412

Re: fuel cap

Dead Centre below the filler, if you get as much water out with a sponge it should become apparent if you run your finger over it.

Regards

Jim
by leach62
Wed 23 Dec, 2015 08:10
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.
Replies: 17
Views: 5625

Re: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.

Ian

Many thanks PM and money sent.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Tue 22 Dec, 2015 19:23
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.
Replies: 17
Views: 5625

Re: Wanted Pair of magnetic stoneguards.

Hi Ian

Could I also request a pair please. Black unless you Boston Green Metallic II :D

Regards Jim
by leach62
Tue 22 Dec, 2015 13:24
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rim Ringz
Replies: 2
Views: 3068

Re: Rim Ringz

Hi Gazza

Did have a quick look at them but they are glued on Rim Ringz have the tabs already built in during manufacture. I think it is Rim Ringz or Alloy Gators that appear to be the strongest.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Tue 22 Dec, 2015 00:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rim Ringz
Replies: 2
Views: 3068

Rim Ringz

Hi Everybody Just had two of my alloys repaired due to my lack of ability (front pair) only had the car 11 years, has anyone fitted Rim Ringz? Looked at Alloy Gators as well. It appears to be a cheaper alternative to getting my alloys repaired at £85 a corner? Any advice gratefully received. Regards...
by leach62
Mon 21 Dec, 2015 23:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Seat Problem
Replies: 13
Views: 2837

Re: Seat Problem

Boosh

Might be No 4 or No 6 thanks for your time and effort.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Mon 21 Dec, 2015 00:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Seat Problem
Replies: 13
Views: 2837

Re: Seat Problem

Boosh

I think the electrics for the seat or the loom would be a great help, or the link to the PDF for spares. Thanks

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sun 20 Dec, 2015 21:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Seat Problem
Replies: 13
Views: 2837

Re: Seat Problem

Would you believe it put it all back in and it works fine now, must have been a loose connection, would still be keen to find the part number. :P

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sun 20 Dec, 2015 17:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Seat Problem
Replies: 13
Views: 2837

Re: Seat Problem

Its the switch that is failing, got the details from the loom but which number is the part number, it is certainly not clear to me. Or does anyone know where I can find the part number, my car is a facelift June 2000?

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sun 20 Dec, 2015 09:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Seat Problem
Replies: 13
Views: 2837

Re: Seat Problem

Thanks Boosh

Whatever it is it does not look like a quick fix, will let you know how I get on.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sat 19 Dec, 2015 20:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Seat Problem
Replies: 13
Views: 2837

Re: Seat Problem

Guys

Thanks for the info, I will have a look tomorrow and see. A friend of mine is popping over and he is a dab hand at this sort of thing so I will keep my fingers crossed. Fresh pair of eyes and all that.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sat 19 Dec, 2015 16:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Seat Problem
Replies: 13
Views: 2837

Seat Problem

Hi Everybody I hope this finds everyone well? I have just been out in the car and went to adjust the seat. Problem is it goes up and down and forwards but not back. Runners look clear now, pulled out a pen, pair of glasses and £1.50p. Anyone have any ideas what the fault may be? If I have to take th...
by leach62
Mon 11 May, 2015 21:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Central Locking
Replies: 2
Views: 716

Re: Central Locking

Rob

Thanks for that will check in the morning.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Mon 11 May, 2015 18:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Central Locking
Replies: 2
Views: 716

Central Locking

Hi All I have a bit of a problem. My central locking seems to have stopped working. Parked up and locked it with the key yesterday, came back from the shops and tried to unlock it and nothing so used the key. Thought it might be the battery but have tried the other key and I get the same. I am still...
by leach62
Tue 24 Feb, 2015 04:49
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Midland meet 16-08-15
Replies: 75
Views: 19165

Re: Midland meet 16-08-15

Hi All

Please add me to the list, will pop along with my Dad who lives just around the corner. Z3 2.0.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Fri 02 Jan, 2015 11:34
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: newbie from stoke on trent
Replies: 19
Views: 4474

Re: newbie from stoke on trent

Hi G9att Happy New Year and welcome. I have had a 2.0 6 cylinder for nearly 15 years so I would recommend it, in my opinion sounds great and pulls really well. That said I have heard the 2.2 and that sounds even better. That is only my opinion and as you will see opinion varies widely. Regards Jim
by leach62
Thu 15 May, 2014 06:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z4 and M owners
Replies: 7
Views: 1011

Re: Z4 and M owners

Ron

Many thanks for copying me in for what sounds like a great weekend, alas I am unable to come this weekend.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sun 11 May, 2014 16:27
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Kent Cruise Sunday 11th May 2014 CRUISE ON
Replies: 63
Views: 18085

Re: Kent Cruise Sunday 11th May 2014 CRUISE ON

Ron, Gail

Can I echo what has already been said, excellent day, great company nice lunch, next time though a bit more sun would be welcome, thanks to you both and great to meet you all.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sun 04 May, 2014 17:36
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Kent Cruise Sunday 11th May 2014 CRUISE ON
Replies: 63
Views: 18085

Re: Kent Cruise Sunday 11th May 2014

Thanks Ron

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sun 04 May, 2014 06:32
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Kent Cruise Sunday 11th May 2014 CRUISE ON
Replies: 63
Views: 18085

Re: Kent Cruise Sunday 11th May 2014

Morning Ron

Lunch for one please.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sat 03 May, 2014 17:09
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Kent Cruise Sunday 11th May 2014 CRUISE ON
Replies: 63
Views: 18085

Re: Kent Cruise Sunday 11th May 2014

Hi Ron

Apologies for the late entrance but would love to come along next Sunday and if it is not messing you about too much lunch would be good but understand if it is too late.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sat 29 Mar, 2014 10:46
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: 10am. (UK)... Saturday 29th.....
Replies: 25
Views: 2708

Re: 10am. (UK)... Saturday 29th.....

That looks really good, and what a clever way of having a cupholder, are you able to complete the top of the armrest in different colours ? What do you think the unit cost will come in at ? Well done and good effort.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Fri 07 Mar, 2014 07:31
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: THE EXTINCTION OF THE OEM CUPHOLDER
Replies: 77
Views: 7275

Re: THE EXTINCTION OF THE OEM CUPHOLDER

Me too
by leach62
Sun 02 Mar, 2014 14:32
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Alloy Wheel Repair
Replies: 4
Views: 742

Re: Alloy Wheel Repair

Thanks bladerunner, I will have to get them repaired, just knowing they are damaged does not sit well with me, but I have to say having just watched the videos on you tube I am quite impressed and might get them done when they have been repaired, thanks for that.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sat 01 Mar, 2014 16:47
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Alloy Wheel Repair
Replies: 4
Views: 742

Re: Alloy Wheel Repair

Alan

VMT for that will give them a try and as you say right on the doorstep, cheers

Jim
by leach62
Sat 01 Mar, 2014 09:26
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Alloy Wheel Repair
Replies: 4
Views: 742

Alloy Wheel Repair

Morning Everyone Hope you are all well. I was out last week in my faithful Z3 and much to my great annoyance have now got kerb rash on two of my wheels :( I am in the Chatham area can anyone recommend a mobile repair company or garage that I can get my wheels repaired as opposed to full blown refirb...
by leach62
Sat 18 Jan, 2014 18:06
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: E36 Centre Arm Rest
Replies: 17
Views: 3131

Re: E36 Centre Arm Rest

Frank

Good job, glad you got it all sorted.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Mon 23 Dec, 2013 12:20
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: E36 Centre Arm Rest
Replies: 17
Views: 3131

Re: E36 Centre Arm Rest

Hi Frank

Not sure if I am honest but yes it has an oddments tray. If I can be any further help just let me know I will keep an eye on the forum. In the mean time have a great Christmas.

Regards

Jim
by leach62
Mon 23 Dec, 2013 10:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: E36 Centre Arm Rest
Replies: 17
Views: 3131

Re: E36 Centre Arm Rest

Hi Frank

Tried uploading to the site to no avail, try the link below for three photos.

Regards Jim

http://www.flickr.com/photos/112284320@N03/?details=1
by leach62
Sun 22 Dec, 2013 14:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: E36 Centre Arm Rest
Replies: 17
Views: 3131

Re: E36 Centre Arm Rest

Hi Frank I have, I ended up bolting it to the plastic surround and supporting the arm rest from underneath, it has been in place for about three years now with no undue effects, will get a picture and attach later. It is a bit heath robinson I suppose and may not be for the purist but I am afraid I ...
by leach62
Sun 02 Dec, 2012 20:22
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Independent BMW specialists: list
Replies: 85
Views: 76693

Re: Independent BMW specialists: list

Hi everybody, hope all is well with you all. I have just had a scan through the thread. Does the forum not maintain a list of indie garages throughout the country recommended by forum members ?

Regards Jim
by leach62
Sun 25 Nov, 2012 09:06
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: ZRoadster.net 2013 Calendar - your forum needs YOU!
Replies: 39
Views: 6743

Re: ZRoadster.net 2013 Calendar - your forum needs YOU!

Here are a few I have taken over the years http://i428.photobucket.com/albums/qq8/leach62/Z3/Sams030.jpg http://i428.photobucket.com/albums/qq8/leach62/Z3/DSCN0673.jpg http://i428.photobucket.com/albums/qq8/leach62/Z3/IMG_2394.jpg http://i428.photobucket.com/albums/qq8/leach62/Z3/IMG_3539.jpg http:/...
by leach62
Tue 09 Aug, 2011 19:52
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Zunsportgrilles
Replies: 1
Views: 783

Zunsportgrilles

Hi Everybody A couple of people expressed an interst in Zunsport grilles on the Sussex cruise the other week. They have an offer on at the moment with a 15% discount. The code is ZU041510. Call 0870 442 1865 or visit WWW.Zunsport.co.uk. I might add that the only reason that I know about this is that...
by leach62
Wed 06 Jul, 2011 19:09
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: SURREY & SUSSEX CRUISE / SUNDAY 3rd JULY 2011
Replies: 82
Views: 17762

Shaun Finally got connected, outstanding day perfect weather, picturesque route, brilliant crew and a tasty lunch 10 out of 10 and some brilliant photos. I had a great day, thanks very much looking forward to the one in August but needs to be before the 13th or after the 28th (on holiday) if I am no...
by leach62
Fri 01 Jul, 2011 05:24
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: SURREY & SUSSEX CRUISE / SUNDAY 3rd JULY 2011
Replies: 82
Views: 17762

Shaun

Could I please have Home-carved ham, egg & chips for lunch, thanks.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Tue 28 Jun, 2011 18:46
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: SURREY & SUSSEX CRUISE / SUNDAY 3rd JULY 2011
Replies: 82
Views: 17762

Shaun

Apologies for being a pain but do you have room for one more on Sunday as I have just moved to Aldershot and this cruise is on my doorstep.

PM sent

Regards Jim
by leach62
Wed 27 Apr, 2011 19:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Just wondering...z3 owners in East London / Essex?
Replies: 16
Views: 1383

Dave, All

High Im in Essex, Saffron Walden, South of Cambridge, may be up for it this weekend.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Mon 25 Apr, 2011 18:36
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: HELP - Heated Seat Wiring
Replies: 5
Views: 790

Thanks my red zed

I like pictures makes it easier for me, I have a facelift model and have face lift switches. Thanks for all your help

Regards Jim
by leach62
Mon 25 Apr, 2011 17:39
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: HELP - Heated Seat Wiring
Replies: 5
Views: 790

Swamper

Thanks for that,I have been undoing bits and peering through the covers, its a jungle in there, I am hoping that the wiring will fit directly onto the switches.
by leach62
Mon 25 Apr, 2011 15:13
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: HELP - Heated Seat Wiring
Replies: 5
Views: 790

HELP - Heated Seat Wiring

Hi All

I have been trying to find the wiring to fit the switches for heated seats that I am told is under the centre console. Can anyone tell me where to look and can you get to it without taking the cnetre console out. :head:

Thanks Regards Jim
by leach62
Mon 18 Apr, 2011 17:13
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted: Boot Luggage Rack.
Replies: 6
Views: 737

Slightly cheaper here but further away

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... K:MEWAX:IT
by leach62
Mon 18 Apr, 2011 17:08
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Show us your Wheels!
Replies: 69
Views: 13057

Hi Everybody

Hope this link thing works, i have theses 18'' Fox Evo wheels on mine.

Regards Jim

http://i428.photobucket.com/albums/qq8/ ... G_2394.jpg
by leach62
Sat 19 Mar, 2011 08:09
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Cruise control retrofit on a Z3 with M54
Replies: 86
Views: 21579

Hi All

In my ignorance are these the only engines you can do this to, ine is a 2.0 year 2000 not sure of the engine mark though.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Fri 18 Mar, 2011 21:23
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Seat Heater switch loom location under console
Replies: 14
Views: 2170

Swamper

Thanks for your help, what would be nice is a pair of tan sports seats. I think I can get a standard pair but the tan seem to be few and far between and quite pricey. I will remain vigilant and patient.

Regards Jim
by leach62
Thu 17 Mar, 2011 21:24
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: 6 Zs on the Antrim coast today
Replies: 7
Views: 1120

Hi All

I have done that run many times when I was in Northern Ireland with the Z and the Irish Roadsters. It is a brilliant run (rain or shine) and you cant get much closer to the sea, a couple of feet sometimes. If you are ever over there I would recommend it, brilliant.

Jim
by leach62
Thu 17 Mar, 2011 21:18
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Seat Heater switch loom location under console
Replies: 14
Views: 2170

Guys

Thanks for all your help I did mean is the loom prepared to add the seats if I get the switches (which I have) and the seats, mine is a June 2000 build. I have the switches on the left of the picture.

Thanks Regards Jim
by leach62
Wed 16 Mar, 2011 20:26
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Seat Heater switch loom location under console
Replies: 14
Views: 2170

Hi All

Seeing this thread I am keen to fit heated seats to mine, are the connections for the seats standard on all vehicles whether or not you have heated seats ?

Regards Jim