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wella_fella

Hi, Just wondering if anyone has any tips on how to put my z3 to sleep for this winter and maybe summer and next winter too! I've just had my first baby and I doubt I'll get to use the z3 for a couple of years? I'm storing her in the garage, but do I trickle charge, or remove battery? Any other tips...

wella_fella

Ha. Actually mine is Montreal blue. Must be the one you see.

wella_fella

Mine is topez blue and I live in Chatham, st augustines.

I think there is another blue z3 in chartham but it may well be me!

wella_fella

Hi, that's a shame, I would have preferred them to go to someone on the forum.

My z3 is a blue pre facelift one. It doesn't get out much in the winter but the sun is starting to shine so should be our and about soon.

What about your z3? I'll keep an eye out!

wella_fella

eBay linky.

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.vi ... 1862132715

Hardly used. Approx 500 miles.

I'm happy to package up if anyone wants to arrange a courier.

Thanks,

wella_fella

I have recently had the same problem. I was very close to paying bmw for a new pipe at £185+vat!!!! However I purchased a pipe for a 3 series from eBay and took the flared end to my local hydro-quip. They cut the end off my damaged pipe, cut the end off my eBay 3 series pipe and put a compression co...

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Sorry!! I'm back now. I've been away!!

wella_fella

Hi, Anyone got a set of wing mirrors lying around? If so let me know I need some! Im not too worried about the paint work as they will be getting a new coat, but I want a set that haven't seized or broken!!! "Help me zroadster.net, your my only hope!" (no Star Wars smilie available!) Thanks

wella_fella

Hi, Just wondering what batteries you guys are using? mine has died and I have just taken it to my friendly Bosch service centre for a free test. Its charging fine but the battery was measured at 172A instead of its rated 650A! I have been looking at Bosch S5 batteries and i have found two types wit...

wella_fella

As the title suggests, my gear knob has began to lose some of the chrome paint!

Has anyone got a fix for this or is it time to buy a new one?

wella_fella

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/200933729403 Just seen this on eBay. Although its low mileage, it's a bit steep isn't it? Obviously a dealer, but any truth in the text about what he describes as mk1 (pre facelift) prices rising? Mod Edit: Shortened URL replaced - please use direct links so that people kno...

wella_fella

Thanks for the replies!

The noise has only occurred after the oil change. And I have put enough oil in it.

I'm going to have a good look at the weekend to see if I can figure it out.

wella_fella

Hi, I recently changed my diff oil in my 98 2.8 and took lots to time to research what grade and what make of oil to go for. I ended up putting castrol sytrax long life 75w-90. However, every since I've changed it, I am getting a noise. It's only noticeable at low speeds but I'm sure it must be happ...

wella_fella

Oh! I do hope so.

I changed the inner rods too which have the ball on! but is there another inside the rack?

Do you have a picture or drawing of this. (Sorry, I'm better with visual things!)

Also wtf is shimming?

Thanks!!

wella_fella

I have just had my mot and had an advisory on slight play in steering joint. So I have changed the track rod ends and the inner axels but still have slight play. If I change the steering rack, should I go new, referb or second hand? Also I have seen a rack with quick turn. Is this worth it. I only u...

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Bonzo wrote:Wella fella! Hmm.... From that, I take it you are into hair care products!

Montreal Blue 2.8's... nice!

Really? Wella jokes?

Well I do get told I drive a hair dressers car!!!

wella_fella

That's great thanks guys!

A job for the weekend!

wella_fella

Just thought I'd ask if anyone has a special way to renew the power steering?

Is it just a case of popping a hose off and empty?

Is there anyway or getting the old fluid out of the steering rack?

Any help or guides would be appreciated!

wella_fella

Hi, Just though I might be able to drum up some interest on here. I just want someone to make use of it. I hate throwing things away. I bought this by mistake and forgot to take it back!! :head: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251227059500;jsessionid=CE1D6B8D0D5A88F1E51E49B1B4F005D4?ru=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.eb...

wella_fella

Two hours left!!!

wella_fella

Hi as the subject suggests!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/300635763351; ... 26_rdc%3D1

wella_fella

I cant believe I did that! I was in a rush but still. Sorry!

wella_fella

eBay item 330861088363

Sorry! I thought I'd posted that!

wella_fella

Hi,

Just thought i would see if anyone one here wants these.

I have just put them on eBay.

I can't remember what colour they are either, so if someone could help I will then edit my listin to include.

Many thanks.

wella_fella

wella_fella

Hi, All is well with the gear change on my 98 2.8, however, usually when cold, the gear stick may become sticky when over in 5th. Hard to explain but basically, when I take it out of 5th it doesn't naturally return to neutral and will stay directly under the 5 position. I can pull it back over to ne...

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Fender2004 have you replaced your seals yet?

if so can you let me know which seals i need to replace:

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do ... g=33&fg=10

is it one of theses?

Sorry i think im slightly confused!

wella_fella

Hi,

I also have a small amount of oil seeping from the diff.

Does anyone have a guide for replacing the seals or even just some help to identify the part number on real oem?

wella_fella

Think you might be correct!

Looks greek!

wella_fella

:D :D :D Finally ive got round to getting the TerraClean service carried out on my Zed 2.8 Ok so it turns out that it was pretty clean anyway but still the results are great. Started with: Oil temp - 25 degrees C CO - 0.00% Vol CO2 - 15.4% Vol O2 - 0.58% Vol HC - 29ppm Vol last symbol i cant find on...

wella_fella

Not sure if you received my PM. It seems to be stuck in my outbox!

Anyway, I would be interested, could you give me a rough idea of postage please?

Thanks.

wella_fella

Pm sent

wella_fella

Hi, Im sure many of you are watching the new series of Wheeler Dealers on Discovery! On this weeks episode, Ed China the mechanic use what he called new technology to 'de-carbonise' the engine, referring it to a colonic irrigation for your car! I was just wondering if anyone had come across this bef...

wella_fella

Anyone tried one of these?

http://www.bmwcable.com/

They are also on eBay! USB connection would be handy!! You can get the 20pin adaptor too! (which I would need)

I have emailed them to see if it will cover the z! So I will let you know when they respond!

wella_fella

Does anyone know if there is a 'm' bush which is a bit harder than the standard? Or are they the same?

I'm still dubious of buying the poly bushes and having too harsh ride!!

wella_fella

Ive got a genuine BMW oil filter for a BMW Z3 1.8 & 1.9

Think it will also fit,

BMW 3 Series E36 316 - 318

BMW 3 Series E46 316 - 318

BMW 5 Series E34 518

It comes with a sump ring, the large rubber ring that goes around the filer plastic case and the two small 'o' rings!

Open to offers!!

wella_fella

Oh yeah! Good job I'm not a sparkie!!

wella_fella

Turns out they were fairly easy! I removed the instruments by undoing the two torx screws and slow pulled with my finger tips until I could get to the back of the unit! I then disconnected the right hand side connector which gave me good access to the bulbs. Only one had gone but i thought it would ...

wella_fella

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dgHLxQE ... ata_player

Just watched this!

Not too sure about the blue!

Any thoughts?

wella_fella

Hi, I'm after some help with changing the bulbs behind the instruments. My bulb behind the fuel gauge has blown. Also as the others are dull I thought I might as well replace them too. Can they be replaced with the newer led type (without faults) or is that a stupid question? Thanks, I'm hoping itsa...

wella_fella

I use a pipercross panel filter!

Doesn't feel much different or change the sound!

Just saves replacing each service!

wella_fella

Hi, Just wondering if people have had any view on which bushes to put in the lower arms of my 2.8 zed? The powerflex seem to be the favourite option but has anyone used the cheaper strongflex ones? They seem to have softer ones for road use and harder ones for track use! Any opinions would be great ...

wella_fella

Hi, Just wondering if anyone has any recommendations on the make of lower arms! Looking in the eurocar parts website, I can get one with no make mentioned for £51. Or a Lemforder arm or £90! I know I can get 25% off at the moment but is it worth the extra cash or not!! Has anyone had any experiences...

wella_fella

Thanks guys!

I will have another look soon!

I did read a post on another BMW forum saying that if it's over filled it will release the excess fluid? Is that true??

Does anyone have pictures or diagrams of the diff, seals etc?

wella_fella

Hi, I have just noticed that i have a small leak from the side of the diff! I recently had the oil changed in the diff and wondered if this may have something to do with it? Or are there seals that also need to be replaced? Has anyone else had an issue? or any advice would be greatly appreciated. Ma...

wella_fella

Can you have them chrome plated or does it have to be metal to do this?

wella_fella

Thanks everyone!

Just to let you know, I do drive the car further than 2-4 miles at the sunny weekends and a lot more in the summer! Thanks for all the posts, I'm off to find some prices on the oil!

Thanks again!

wella_fella

The oils not black, and the car is serviced each year. But the car only does about 2-4miles a day (winter). So I am worried about the car not getting up to a decent tempreture. I was just wondering if I should use the wurth engine flush and cleaner? But it sounds like the majority say not to bother!...

wella_fella

Hi,

Just after everyone's thoughts on engine flush products.

Is it worth it?

Is so which is the best one to get?

wella_fella

Can anyone help?

How do I know if this will fit my zed?

It's a 98 2.8. Would the manifold kit be suitable?

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