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by 'Yadi
Sat 11 Feb, 2012 15:06
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: S54 Bearing Shell Replacement
Replies: 19
Views: 2880

but it's done now and I can just worry about the boot falling out like everyone else . Hi Yadi, I was under the impression that the S54 did not suffer from "the boot falling out" I thought that BMW had made alterations and improved the construction of the chassis/shell/subframe/whatever f...
by 'Yadi
Sat 11 Feb, 2012 15:04
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: S54 Bearing Shell Replacement
Replies: 19
Views: 2880

re-using the old bolts :head: :head: :head: :head: :head: :) Just to be clear - I researched and took advice from the engineering types I know, and my preferred mechanic advised replacement with ARP bolts before I'd even raised that as a discussion point for the work. There were plenty arguing the ...
by 'Yadi
Fri 10 Feb, 2012 17:07
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: S54 Bearing Shell Replacement
Replies: 19
Views: 2880

I had Phil Crouch at CPC replace the shells on my S54 coupe last year as I had the budget and the opportunity to get it sorted - bought mine at just under 13000 miles in 2009 and had the work done at about 30000. No indications there was a problem - just figured it got rid of one of big risks. I nee...
by 'Yadi
Mon 07 Nov, 2011 22:56
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Hard top Union Jack design
Replies: 15
Views: 1569

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by 'Yadi
Thu 08 Sep, 2011 13:07
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Z3M S50 Conrod bolts stretched and big end knock
Replies: 41
Views: 7904

I purchased the S54 M3 recall kit and saw the tangs on the shells - I'd assumed the shells when they 'span' rotated solely within the circle of the conn-rod parts that enclosed them so couldn't figure out how when I saw the tangs Most pictures of wear seem to show evidence on the inside of the shell...
by 'Yadi
Wed 07 Sep, 2011 23:03
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: A touch overpriced?
Replies: 9
Views: 1508

Indeed - get 'em and enjoy 'em whilst you can at whatever price you're happy to pay eh? Bought my first Z3 M as an AUC at a few quid more than a private sale and had water pump fail, brakes issue, front suspension turret cracks, exhaust manifold replacement and a problem with the drivers window moto...
by 'Yadi
Wed 07 Sep, 2011 22:48
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Z3M S50 Conrod bolts stretched and big end knock
Replies: 41
Views: 7904

I can't see how a conrod bolt can 'stretch'. More likely they would fail and you would have catestrophic engine failure. You would only get a problem with the rods if the engine had been over-revved. Do you think it ever has been? IIRC wasn't this was the debate the S54 engined coupe owners had wit...
by 'Yadi
Fri 02 Sep, 2011 23:07
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: A33 Sherfield on Loddon / Bramley Hampshire Area
Replies: 26
Views: 4691

Hey Yadi, weren't on the A339 Friday evening about 5pm going towards the M3 were you? Saw an M-coupe flashing past in the other direction, don't see many of them in our neck of the woods! Hi wonderloaf, could well have been me (considerately flashing past in the opposite direction hopefully) One of...
by 'Yadi
Fri 02 Sep, 2011 20:25
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Claying kit - everyone should have one
Replies: 34
Views: 3450

I do mine twice a year... once before the winter starts and once when spring starts before a nice fresh coat of Collinite 476S goes on.
by 'Yadi
Fri 02 Sep, 2011 20:19
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: A33 Sherfield on Loddon / Bramley Hampshire Area
Replies: 26
Views: 4691

Lots of Z3s on the A33 between Sherfield and Basingrad most days.... even saw a Dutch non M-Coupe a year or so ago.

No spot for me on my commute yet on your list though so at least one more to go. :D
by 'Yadi
Fri 19 Aug, 2011 12:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Leather cleaner + residue on headlight (added 21.8.11)
Replies: 14
Views: 2260

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/interior/ ... d_211.html

Gliptone products - always seemed to be the first product everyone mentioned when I asked the same question.

PS there's a conditioner product as well as a cleaner.
by 'Yadi
Wed 17 Aug, 2011 12:15
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Any recommendations for indie to do the bearing shell job?
Replies: 4
Views: 799

Thanks again. Will definitely give him a shout for a quote. It's not a major haul for me to get there for a couple of days Someone I know suggested Thorney Motorsport in Milton Keynes - i have family nearby so could factor in some catch up time there. Their sales team are comingback to me with a quo...
by 'Yadi
Wed 17 Aug, 2011 09:36
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Any recommendations for indie to do the bearing shell job?
Replies: 4
Views: 799

thanks Shantybeater. IIRC the work on your car was the focus of one of the threads I've read.

Can I aksk how long they needed the car for? Don't mind a couple of days on the coast :-)

Cheers
by 'Yadi
Tue 16 Aug, 2011 16:09
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Any recommendations for indie to do the bearing shell job?
Replies: 4
Views: 799

Any recommendations for indie to do the bearing shell job?

(apologies to anyone who's seen my matching post over at Z3MCoupe.com ) Ever since I bought the S54 coupe I've had the con rod bearing shell fix job on my list of things to do when I had cashflow. Based on reading the threads here and elsewhere about how best to proceed I'm going to opt to have some...
by 'Yadi
Tue 03 May, 2011 22:58
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Becker Grand Prix 7992 Help
Replies: 4
Views: 1774

No probs - I had this link from before

http://www.mybecker.com/enUK/Automotive ... loads.html

Operation guide PDF is in English
(never to seem to be able to justify purchase of Becker unit myself when opportunities arise but this looks to be the right one)
by 'Yadi
Tue 03 May, 2011 21:22
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Bumper paint repair? near Basingstoke?
Replies: 8
Views: 1225

Thanks Spurs Fan - I'll try to give him a shout from work tomorrow.
by 'Yadi
Tue 03 May, 2011 21:18
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Becker Grand Prix 7992 Help
Replies: 4
Views: 1774

Hi I think you need a cable like this (for the record I'm not connected to the ebay item or seller it's just the only pic I could find of one for sale via Google) http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/IPOD-%26-IPHONE-%282G,-3G,-3GS-%26-4%29-Adapter-for-BECKER_W0QQitemZ230615745858QQcmdZViewItem?rvr_id=229530126748&...
by 'Yadi
Tue 03 May, 2011 21:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 2200 miles in the Z3 - Full report including pics!
Replies: 16
Views: 1332

Looks like a great road trip - I just completed 1500 miles or so from Hampshire up to and around the Highlands. Same sort of fuel bill but like you would do it all again. Fabulous roads with next to no other traffic. Also surprised after one day with nearly 12 hours driving how little discomfort I f...
by 'Yadi
Tue 03 May, 2011 12:36
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Bumper paint repair? near Basingstoke?
Replies: 8
Views: 1225

Bumper paint repair? near Basingstoke?

Bank Holiday visitor to one of my neighbours (have a suspect but can't prove it) rubbed the left rear of my bumper whilst leaving their parking spot. Luckily just an issue for the lower bumper which looks to be plastic but I'd like to get it sorted ((not too peeved as an excellent Highland road trip...
by 'Yadi
Tue 26 Oct, 2010 17:06
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Which Wax
Replies: 49
Views: 4660

I've concluded that others will arguably give you a shinier finish but for the protection and durability I'd vote for Collinite 476

Seems to keep beading forever.
by 'Yadi
Fri 02 Jul, 2010 16:09
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Calling Z3M drivers!
Replies: 11
Views: 1221

Jonttt wrote:I never work it out :D
:thumb: Same here.

No point - I know it won't match the remarkable mpg stats my old Golf TDi got and besides what am I going to do? Not fill it up and then not drive it ? :lol:
by 'Yadi
Tue 27 Apr, 2010 17:09
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Just viewed a Z3M have some questions - can anyone help?
Replies: 11
Views: 1646

I had noticeable changes at 2500rpm in terms of linear delivery of power on both my S50 and S54 m coupes. The S50 had a number of issues to resolve one of which was an inlet manifold. The S54 showed throttle actuator errors on a diagnostics check which seemed to be the cause. Luckily on the latter t...
by 'Yadi
Mon 08 Mar, 2010 19:43
Forum: Better Driving
Topic: Tiff's driving course
Replies: 5
Views: 6654

Clarkson quite enjoyed the mc back in the day ;-)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMOxBbyc ... tube_gdata
by 'Yadi
Mon 22 Feb, 2010 20:33
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Magnetic Stoneguards (black)
Replies: 197
Views: 25581

Thanks for the quick delivery. They look good. I'll be trying them out when the weather let's me strip back the winter wax and spring clean the MC. Cheers :thumb:
by 'Yadi
Fri 19 Feb, 2010 20:19
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Magnetic Stoneguards (black)
Replies: 197
Views: 25581

I'm interested in a set too. Could you pm me as well please? ThanksS
by 'Yadi
Tue 02 Feb, 2010 08:49
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Driving shoes.
Replies: 16
Views: 5672

Converse AllStar is my driving shoe of choice. Can look a bit odd with a suit though
by 'Yadi
Tue 01 Dec, 2009 23:52
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: what is the best tyres for a z3m
Replies: 22
Views: 5406

I've got Michelin Sport PS2 on mine at the moment - seem to be a lot noisier than the Falkens were on my previous S50 - but can't fault them so far.
by 'Yadi
Tue 01 Dec, 2009 23:47
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: One less Z3M - Crashed today (with pics)
Replies: 30
Views: 5279

Add me to the list of been there and done that - two months into owning my S50 MC. Span at least twice on a greasy road on a wet day and ended up in a hedge and I was genuinely being careful, not speeding and I'd checked the FK452 tyres and pressures before I set out for Wales because it was a long ...
by 'Yadi
Tue 01 Dec, 2009 23:23
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Independent BMW specialists: list
Replies: 85
Views: 77445

Totally agree with Alfie here I visited MM a couple of months back for some diagnostics - Clive clearly knows his stuff, the expensive part he warned me to prepare for wasn't required as he cleared the fault and reset the ECU = far less hit on the wallet. I found Sue on reception be pleasant and pro...
by 'Yadi
Wed 28 Oct, 2009 19:36
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: How many miles has your Z3m S54 done?
Replies: 31
Views: 4003

14856 on mine - done about 2000 since I picked up a few months back

(edit - mine's a coupe rather than roadster though)
by 'Yadi
Fri 09 Oct, 2009 21:35
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Winter use....
Replies: 30
Views: 3031

TitanTim wrote:
Hi Yadi,

I applied the Dinitrol my self. Its sold in large aerosol cans with extension tubes. 5 or 6 cans is usually enough to cover the underside. Its a messy job but is only a half a day job and once done will keep the salt off the bodywork.

Tim.
Thanks for the info Tim.
by 'Yadi
Fri 09 Oct, 2009 21:32
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Jonttt Imola II Red S54 Z3m Roadster Journal
Replies: 671
Views: 308663

:shock:

Wow - clayed, polished and waxed mine not so long ago... and got nowhere near that image. Looks awesome jonttt
by 'Yadi
Wed 07 Oct, 2009 21:43
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Winter use....
Replies: 30
Views: 3031

Hi Tim,

Was the Dinitrol a DIY job (with access to a ramp?) or did you get a third party to treat it for you?

Cheers
by 'Yadi
Wed 07 Oct, 2009 20:14
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Winter use....
Replies: 30
Views: 3031

This will be my first winter with the mc. I wash it once a week generally and wax once a month. Re: mention of looking after the underneath is it advisable to get it treated with one of those waxoil type treatments or will the car survive without and just use the jetwash to clear behind the wheels e...
by 'Yadi
Sun 04 Oct, 2009 21:57
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Interior paint/engine bay paint
Replies: 4
Views: 1259

Shantybeater - I had some rust areas to treat on the inside of the bonnet towards the back on my titan silver S50 MC (same spots in my S54 as well as it happens) and found that Halfords etc. didn't have the right colour. I got a match from carpaintrepair.co.uk after emailing them -he asked me just t...
by 'Yadi
Thu 01 Oct, 2009 21:34
Forum: Test track
Topic: Testing profile change
Replies: 0
Views: 1100

Testing profile change

Is it there?
by 'Yadi
Tue 29 Sep, 2009 21:55
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Clay bar
Replies: 11
Views: 1737

I did mine for the first time with the Meguiars kit. Scarily obvious tonthe touch how different it was once it was finished. Money well spent I'd say
by 'Yadi
Tue 29 Sep, 2009 21:29
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: AC Schnitzer short shift gear stick (genuine not copy)
Replies: 23
Views: 2157

Haha my bid lasted less than 10 mins. You should do well really jontt. I've looked for one of these on and off for last few months. Sorry to say the desire for a reminder of the old silver S50 isn't that strong for me to rebid. And I quite like the look of the ZHP one now from your other postings :l...
by 'Yadi
Tue 29 Sep, 2009 21:16
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: AC Schnitzer short shift gear stick (genuine not copy)
Replies: 23
Views: 2157

I failed to salvage mine from the old car as a keepsake before it went to the insurers then Rossiters told me they don't have stock any more.

So I've joined the bidding frenzy..... :wink:
by 'Yadi
Sun 23 Aug, 2009 14:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: from red to black?
Replies: 8
Views: 831

I was dubious on two tone interiors from photos when shopping for my second coupe. Fair play if you've seen it in the flesh and don't like the colour but if you've not seen it yet you may be surprised. I was.... I'm in a sapphire black with black/red interior now and not missing the all black interi...
by 'Yadi
Mon 25 May, 2009 21:41
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: My Nurburgring Trip 14-18th May
Replies: 21
Views: 2471

c_w wrote:The main whining noise is the tyres (R888s).

Anyone else think it sounds like a Stuka dive bomber going in? ;)
Awesome videos c_w. Thanks for posting.
by 'Yadi
Tue 28 Apr, 2009 07:46
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: First experience of the wet
Replies: 17
Views: 1492

Hi - I've owned mine for a week or so now and yesterday was my first wet day too, although my dual carriageway experience was in the afternoon when the roads were wet but it had stopped actually raining. I took it slowly and was trying to be super-aware after the advice here but didn't have any simi...
by 'Yadi
Mon 20 Apr, 2009 23:37
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Hello
Replies: 14
Views: 1316

Hi again everyone - yep to say I'm happy with the car would be an understatement. However didn't let myself get excited about it until the deal was done... first big grin spread across my face when we eased past a people carrier leaving behind a line of faces pressed against the window, gobs open. :...
by 'Yadi
Sun 19 Apr, 2009 21:04
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Hello
Replies: 14
Views: 1316

Thanks for the headsup Waitey. No mention at the dealers about it .

I'm going to show my ignorance now. Is there an obvious way for me to tell from looking at it if the suspension set up is ACS?

I didn't think the ride was overly harsh and certainly not as wallowy as the old VW Golf.
by 'Yadi
Sun 19 Apr, 2009 19:32
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Hello
Replies: 14
Views: 1316

Wow. Wow again. Amazing amazing car. "Unfortunately" the dealership I bought the car from was 4 hours drive from home - so had a 4 hour drive back in the new car :-) And I've been out and about in it for the weekend since.... Engineering truly is an art form at times uh? I'd been looking a...
by 'Yadi
Fri 17 Apr, 2009 20:24
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Hello
Replies: 14
Views: 1316

Thanks for the welcome guys! My mate will be bringing the camera along tomorrow so willhave some pics to post over the weekend :P
by 'Yadi
Thu 16 Apr, 2009 18:26
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Hello
Replies: 14
Views: 1316

Hello

Hi everyone from an imminent new owner.

I'm picking up my 2000 Z3MC from the dealer on Saturday morning freshly serviced and booked next week off from work to enjoy it :P

Thanks to all those whose hints I used to build a checklist in preparation for my purchase.