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by Mouldy
Fri 05 Sep, 2014 17:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Annoying rattle from the rear
Replies: 32
Views: 9020

Re: Annoying rattle from the rear

Many years ago when I first bought my Z3, I had a similar problem and eventually traced it to the handbrake. An easy way to establish whether you have the same problem is to pull the handbrake on enough to take up the slack in the cables whilst driving (and experiencing the rattling) and see if the ...
by Mouldy
Fri 05 Sep, 2014 08:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Anyone care to guess what car this is?
Replies: 10
Views: 1714

Re: Anyone care to guess what car this is?

[quote="BonBon"]Seen during set-up on Sunday in Ireland:
Image


Bullnose Morris Cowley Sport with Boat Tail, perhaps.
by Mouldy
Tue 22 Jul, 2014 10:57
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Buckled wheel
Replies: 6
Views: 2493

Re: Buckled wheel

Try here - not local to you, but there's always Yodel;

http://www.precision-welding.co.uk/allo ... pairs.html

They've repaired wheels on my Zed (when I had it), my son's Clio (when he had it) and my brother-in-law's TT.
by Mouldy
Fri 21 Mar, 2014 21:46
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Halfords socket sets
Replies: 25
Views: 6644

Re: Halfords socket sets

My old Dad always said to me buy the very best tools you can afford and if that means saving up for them then so be it, your better to buy the best and buy it once than buy and replace. I have a Halfords Professional socket set, which is very comprehensive and suits my needs as a hobby user. I abso...
by Mouldy
Fri 20 Sep, 2013 23:53
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: What car next? Family Saloon
Replies: 13
Views: 3102

Re: What car next? Family Saloon

Subaru Forester...? . . . . . . . . . . . . . I'd stick to something German, a nice A6 or similar for me.......possibly with an RS badge on? :D Steve An RS - that would be economical, wouldn't it? Something from the VAG Group with the 2.0 CR Tdi 170bhp engine would be the way to go IMHO. I've just ...
by Mouldy
Fri 12 Jul, 2013 00:53
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tyres
Replies: 36
Views: 3973

Re: Tyres

. . . . . . . . To suggest that legitimate UK budget tyres are dangerous and that buyers are risking their lives in buying them, is without any foundation whatsoever – it is simply imaginary, cloud cuckoo land. :D There are far too many tyre tests that prove that budget tyres do not perform as well...
by Mouldy
Thu 11 Jul, 2013 02:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tyres
Replies: 36
Views: 3973

Re: Tyres

I buy Budget for our 3 cars,Z3,Ka,C1 . . . . . . . . . .To buy expensive tyres and replace because the wall is cracking and not because the tread is worn hurts my head and my wallet. It might be your head that hurts running on budget tyres - the results in this test are frightening; http://www.gizm...
by Mouldy
Wed 12 Jun, 2013 00:41
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Puncture precautions?
Replies: 7
Views: 2008

Re: Puncture precautions?

I bought one of these for the wife's Crossfire; http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silverline-Tyre-Repair-Kit-380421/dp/B001QUN9UQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1370997346&sr=8-1&keywords=tyre+repair+kit and one of these; http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ring-Automotive-RAC600-Compressor-Including/dp/B000UPEHJU/re...
by Mouldy
Fri 03 May, 2013 09:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What are the weak spots on a Z3 1999 pre-facelift?
Replies: 11
Views: 1422

Re: What are the weak spots on a Z3 1999 pre-facelift?

How about that old favourite, boot welds? The problem seems to have affected many examples, including those with smaller engines and can be expensive to resolve.
by Mouldy
Fri 08 Feb, 2013 16:11
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Replacement gear knob
Replies: 3
Views: 2015

Re: Replacement gear knob

How about one of these? http://www.innovativcar-tech.de/index.php?cat=c31_Z3---Roadster.html It doesn't show what gear you are in, but illuminates either with the lights or ignition, depending on how you wire it in. I fitted one to the wife's Crossfire and requested green illumination, which they di...
by Mouldy
Tue 05 Feb, 2013 02:39
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Pingu's Tour d'Europe 2013
Replies: 7
Views: 2066

Re: Pingu's Tour d'Europe 2013

Go to Castellane and spend a couple of days in the Gorges du Verdon. The roads are great and the scenery spectacular.
by Mouldy
Wed 23 Jan, 2013 22:03
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Supagard
Replies: 16
Views: 2724

Re: Supagard

Buy tourself some Zymol polish and do it every 6 months good exercise and a better finish. Every year is probably to soon for Zymol The best stuff ever and last for ever, well its seems like it Zymol . . . . . . . it's a bargain!!!!! http://www.zymol.co.uk/zymolroyaleglaze44oz.aspx But sewriously, ...
by Mouldy
Sat 12 Jan, 2013 15:43
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Tyreweld v Mobility kit
Replies: 21
Views: 5586

Re: Tyreweld v Mobility kit

Have a look at Puncturesafe, a few threads on here about it. Be careful though as I believe there are some low profiles with internal ribs which it isn't suitable for, I suppose the ribs could cause tyreweld problems as well. http://www.puncturesafe.co.uk/home1.htm They would advise you if you cont...
by Mouldy
Fri 11 Jan, 2013 15:08
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Tyreweld v Mobility kit
Replies: 21
Views: 5586

Re: Tyreweld v Mobility kit

I bought one of these for our trip to France in the Crossfire last year; http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silverline-Tyre-Repair-Kit-380421/dp/B001QUN9UQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1357916312&sr=8-1 and one of these; http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002Q560WE/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00 The rear tyres ...
by Mouldy
Thu 10 Jan, 2013 16:59
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Z3-Z4
Replies: 9
Views: 3064

Re: Z3-Z4

. . . . . . . . also what options are worth having sat nav heated seats ect I cannot comment on the comparison between the Z3 and Z4 as I haven't driven a Z4, however the lack of a factory sat-nav wouldn't concern me. One of my neighbours used to own an M3 and BMW wanted well in excess of £300 for ...
by Mouldy
Wed 05 Dec, 2012 10:23
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: A Few Funnies
Replies: 4
Views: 1244

A Few Funnies

A few funnies to brighten up your day. I was at an ATM yesterday when a little old lady asked if I could check her balance, so I pushed her over. I start a new job in Seoul next week. I thought it was a good Korea move. I was driving this morning when I saw a parked AA van. The driver was sobbing un...
by Mouldy
Sat 22 Sep, 2012 00:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Improving Lighting.
Replies: 10
Views: 1244

Re: Improving Lighting.

Chaps, Thanks for the replies... . . . . . . . . Bladerunner 919, I put my motorcycle brake calipers in the oven to losen them, but plastic headlight units isn't going to happen, but thanks.. . . . . . . . . Again, thanks all..... Bladerunner 919 isn't joking - read this; http://www.zroadster.net/f...
by Mouldy
Thu 20 Sep, 2012 20:46
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Puncture repair kit anyone?
Replies: 4
Views: 1666

Re: Puncture repair kit anyone?

Just wandered if anyone has used one of these puncture repair kits with success? Would it work? Might get one and keep it in the Zed. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Motorcycle-Car-Tubeless-Tyre-Puncture-Repair-Kit-Tool-Tire-Plug-Auto-5-Strip-/160671617005?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item2568c64fed&a...
by Mouldy
Wed 25 Jul, 2012 14:01
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Gear Knobz and Wind Deflectorz
Replies: 3
Views: 2668

Re: Gear Knobz and Wind Deflectorz

I`m tempted with the gear knob, chrome`s peeling off my M one and looks crappy now, especially as it comes with the plastic moulding round the gaiter. Was it a good fit? It was no problem on the Crossfire as it is secured at the base of the knob, under the gaiter, with three grub screws. I was slig...
by Mouldy
Tue 17 Jul, 2012 10:57
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Gear Knobz and Wind Deflectorz
Replies: 3
Views: 2668

Gear Knobz and Wind Deflectorz

I've fitted the following accessories to the wife's Crossfire, but the wind-deflector is available to fit the old shape Z4 and the illuminated gear knob, to fit the Z3; http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv84/mouldy1805/P1030143.jpg http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv84/mouldy1805/P1030141.jpg htt...
by Mouldy
Tue 17 Jul, 2012 10:53
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: French Breathalister Law
Replies: 16
Views: 2003

Re: French Breathalister Law

Wow, this thread really did stray off course!! I might head over to an electricians forum to see what's going on in the world of Z3s. :lol: Well said!! At the end of the day, the cost of a couple of breathalysers is hardly going to add thousands of pounds to the cost of your holiday. The fact that ...
by Mouldy
Sun 15 Jul, 2012 09:16
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Hood Re-proofing
Replies: 6
Views: 2707

Re: Hood Re-proofing

I've used this;

http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/gtec ... 500ml.aspx

It is easier to apply than the Autoglym product and doesn't make a mess of your paintwork. I have found that several light coats is more effective than one thorough dousing.
by Mouldy
Wed 11 Jul, 2012 17:39
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: To buy a SatNav or use iPhone or even use a Map??
Replies: 18
Views: 5149

Re: To buy a SatNav or use iPhone or even use a Map??

I have used the Nokia Maps for some time and they are cracking. I tried Google Maps and was not so impressed. Anyway, the only thing I can warn away from is TomTom. The software on them is so bad it looks like a 4 year old wrote it. I am dealing with two of the blasted things for family and they ar...
by Mouldy
Fri 08 Jun, 2012 11:20
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: european breakdown cover
Replies: 5
Views: 2057

Re: european breakdown cover

Obviously this suggestion will be too late for you on this occasion, but I recently spent some time trawling the net to find an alternative to the RAC for my European Breakdown cover and found this; http://www.motoringassist.com/breakdown/european-breakdown-cover/ Gem have a good reputation in the U...
by Mouldy
Tue 22 May, 2012 10:09
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: How many types of tonneau cover?
Replies: 36
Views: 4831

Re: How many types of tonneau cover?

The one with the sliding fixings was easier to fit, but otherwise exactly the same except for the colour. I have the sliding fixings and still find it hard to fit, particularly the middle two ones. Can't imagine what the fixed ones must be like in that case. :) Have a look at this; http://www.youtu...
by Mouldy
Mon 21 May, 2012 22:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: How many types of tonneau cover?
Replies: 36
Views: 4831

Re: How many types of tonneau cover?

There are two versions, one with fixed toggles and one where the toggles are loose fitting, both are the same size. Sliding fixings; http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv84/mouldy1805/0803420.jpg Fixed fixings; http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv84/mouldy1805/0803428.jpg The one with the sliding ...
by Mouldy
Sun 29 Apr, 2012 18:28
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: is this the end of rim wax for our alloys ?
Replies: 8
Views: 1980

Re: is this the end of rim wax for our alloys ?

Here's more info on this Armor All Wheel Shield plus Armor's special waxing product. There's a short video too... Oh - and prices. http://www.nielsencdg.co.uk/acatalog/Armor_All__Wheel_Protectant_500ml.html#aARM_2d16300EN Had a look at the website - I wonder when the weather will be warm enough to ...
by Mouldy
Wed 25 Apr, 2012 09:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Fiji Green??
Replies: 6
Views: 2731

Re: Fiji Green??

I've spotted two 2.8 Roadsters for sale at the moment. Both look to be nice examples but are in Fiji Green. Obviously a fairly polarising colour but I just wondered what other peoples opinions are? Marmite!!!! Personally, I think it's the worst colour for a Zed, but some people like it otherwise th...
by Mouldy
Fri 09 Mar, 2012 21:20
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: clattering inside the car on a rough road.
Replies: 11
Views: 1531

Re: clattering inside the car on a rough road.

It could be the handbrake mechanism. It is a common problem that can easily be remedied by adjusting the handbrake. There are several threads on the subject if you search the Forum for them. An easy check is to pull the handbrake on a couple of notches whilst driving and see if the noise stops. If i...
by Mouldy
Fri 09 Mar, 2012 03:55
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Thieves - True or not, I don't know
Replies: 22
Views: 3072

Re: Thieves - True or not, I don't know

Pulled from another forum Don't know how true or even if it applies to BMW . . . . . . . .I didn't believe this e-mail, so I called Chrysler-Dodge and pretended I had lost my keys. They told me to just bring in the VIN #, and they would cut me one on the spot, and I could order the keyless device i...
by Mouldy
Mon 27 Feb, 2012 22:24
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Carnauba Wash & Wax
Replies: 12
Views: 1886

Carnuba wax special formula for 1947 Bentley Mark VI Cabriolet by Franay is £2239 a tub. Maybe the Aldi product is a different formula !!!!!!! An absolute bargain compared to this one, then; http://www.zymol.co.uk/zymolsolaris.aspx But you do qualify for free refills apparently!!! Maybe that's why ...
by Mouldy
Mon 13 Feb, 2012 18:41
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Refurbing new wheels
Replies: 4
Views: 1280

Re: Refurbing new wheels

I have just purchased my new wheels, nice 18 inch mv2's the front wheels have few kerbing marks and some flaking. Can anyone recommend a decent company in maidstone/kent area to repair? Can I just have front wheels repaired or should I have total refurb of all 4 wheels to stop Mis match in colourin...
by Mouldy
Sun 05 Feb, 2012 11:25
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Winter tyres in action
Replies: 10
Views: 1378

. . . . . . .About time they were made law, would cut down on accidents and help stop the country grinding to a halt after an inch of snow :roll: Tim. Nice if you can afford them Tim. Would you like to work out the cost of rims and tyres for my wife's car and mine? Skoda 4 x 225/45 R 17 Chrysler 2 ...
by Mouldy
Mon 09 Jan, 2012 13:05
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Insurance when SORN'd question.
Replies: 33
Views: 4209

. . . . . . . . No edit facility anymore?! I might be being cynical, or completely missing the point, but would suggest that the EDIT facility has been removed to prevent the original post in any given thread from being deleted or copied and moved to a different Forum. Copyright issues and all that...
by Mouldy
Mon 09 Jan, 2012 10:37
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Insurance when SORN'd question.
Replies: 33
Views: 4209

. . . . . . . . No edit facility anymore?! I might be being cynical, or completely missing the point, but would suggest that the EDIT facility has been removed to prevent the original post in any given thread from being deleted or copied and moved to a different Forum. Copyright issues and all that...
by Mouldy
Sat 07 Jan, 2012 13:53
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: zroadster.net future, copyright and other issues
Replies: 86
Views: 44535

Who's nicked the EDIT button????? :?

It looks like `Tim has other things on his mind at the moment;

http://www.morocco-knowledgebase.net/fo ... .php?t=282
by Mouldy
Sat 07 Jan, 2012 13:43
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: zroadster.net future, copyright and other issues
Replies: 86
Views: 44535

Site was down again last night, says it all really :roll: What does it say ? This? . . . . . . In simple terms when the site was down for so long there was the realisation that under its current setup it could simply cease to exist at any time or go down again for long periods of time. Personally I...
by Mouldy
Sat 07 Jan, 2012 08:08
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: zroadster.net future, copyright and other issues
Replies: 86
Views: 44535

Surely people are entitled to know where there money has gone, its like buying something and waiting for weeks and weeks for it but it never turns up. Then you try and contact the supplier, yet get no response or replies to any messages. You wouldn't just leave it and say bye bye to your money woul...
by Mouldy
Thu 05 Jan, 2012 09:08
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: zroadster.net future, copyright and other issues
Replies: 86
Views: 44535

Re: zroadster.net future, copyright and other issues

There's been a lot of discussion on this board in the last couple of weeks over the problems with the site and whilst I have already apologised for the breakdown in service, I do so again here. Although I have not made a public post about the future, in the mods subforum area I have outlined five d...
by Mouldy
Tue 03 Jan, 2012 21:08
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: zroadster.net future, copyright and other issues
Replies: 86
Views: 44535

I'm embarrassed to say I have no update to give. I have not been involved in the discussions re the update. I wouldn't say that there is any need for you to be embarrassed regarding the lack of info on the proposed update, Gary. As far as we know, there is still only one person responsible for the ...
by Mouldy
Sat 24 Dec, 2011 02:54
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: zroadster.net future, copyright and other issues
Replies: 86
Views: 44535

I'm guessing it would have a fresher look and more smilies like .org :lol: Tim. Without wishing to be at all provocative, that comment effectively encapsulates exactly the difference between .net and .org. A few smilies and a nice cliquey area where not much is actually said regarding the reason pe...
by Mouldy
Tue 13 Dec, 2011 19:55
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Looking for a new Z and came across this one on EBAY lmao!
Replies: 11
Views: 2676

John1950 wrote: . . . . . Must keep an eye on it to see if it sells.
If everyone on here watches it, the seller will be gutted at the end of the auction . . . . . . . . loads of watchers and no bids (surely?).
by Mouldy
Sun 11 Dec, 2011 19:02
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: ZRoadster Calendar 2012 - Your Forum Needs Your Pictures
Replies: 54
Views: 10560

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by Mouldy
Sun 20 Nov, 2011 21:04
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: French Tour. Calais to Nice
Replies: 42
Views: 7386

. . . . . . . . Another view of the Tarn Gorge, spectacular. The roads are actually very good but get VERY busy during the summer months. I plan on going back to canoe it. http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad18/simonbud100/P1030323.jpg We went for the last two weeks of June to miss the crowds. I h...
by Mouldy
Sun 20 Nov, 2011 18:49
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: French Tour. Calais to Nice
Replies: 42
Views: 7386

. . . . like the pics Mouldy brings back good memories when we went down on the bikes a couple of years back. did you go down the tarn gorge?? that is a awsome sight :D :D :D Billi - certainly did and it certainly is, but please don't tell everyone . . . . . . I don't want to be tripping over Forum...
by Mouldy
Fri 18 Nov, 2011 16:54
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: French Tour. Calais to Nice
Replies: 42
Views: 7386

Take a detour and drive under it. It's an incredible sight. It sure is (even when the sun ain't shining) :thumb: I have to agree, but we were lucky enough to have the opportunity of seeing it in brilliant sunshine from the viewing area off the A75 on the approach to the Viaduc (French spelling) and...
by Mouldy
Mon 07 Nov, 2011 10:14
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Bloody Kids!!!
Replies: 12
Views: 1643

Tell me about it, bloody teenagers, .... Probably unfair to blame all teenagers, we were all one once. I don't think that its necessarily a generation thing either. I listen to some of the stunts my dad used to pull when he was a teenager who is now a respectable 81 year old. I'll bet that there ar...
by Mouldy
Sun 06 Nov, 2011 19:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Mobile alloy refurbishment
Replies: 16
Views: 2418

I hate to dredge up an old thread and cover a subject that has been done to death before, but I speak as I find and am happy to give credit where it is due. I contributed to this thread with some scepticism when it first appeared on the forum and finished by saying 'I stand to be corrected.' One mor...
by Mouldy
Fri 04 Nov, 2011 00:23
Forum: Performance
Topic: Have they have broken the mould?
Replies: 10
Views: 2824

Try here;

http://www.camskill.co.uk/

The alternative maybe to fit a pair of Sport Contact 3's to one axle.

Good luck!!!
by Mouldy
Thu 27 Oct, 2011 09:23
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Any recommended leather Cleaner/Conditioner?
Replies: 20
Views: 2698

Another vote for Gliptone from me, too.