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by kkkrisss
Fri 25 Nov, 2016 07:20
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Coupe tramlining
Replies: 13
Views: 3684

Re: Coupe tramlining

on a smooth road it is ok but on uneven roads it tends to steer
by kkkrisss
Wed 23 Nov, 2016 12:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Coupe tramlining
Replies: 13
Views: 3684

Coupe tramlining

Juts out of curiosity does the Z3 Coupe suffer from the roadster tramlining issues or it is much more stiff?
by kkkrisss
Tue 05 Jul, 2016 12:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Limited Slip Diff Observation
Replies: 19
Views: 5470

Re: Limited Slip Diff Observation

LSD is standard equipment for the M version only.
by kkkrisss
Thu 02 Jun, 2016 13:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Testing air con fan
Replies: 2
Views: 844

Re: Testing air con fan

There are 2 speeds and ground wire. I think ground is the brown wire so you should connect 1st speed wire and ground to test that speed and then second speed and ground to test the faster one. If both work then you should look for a problem in the temp sensor. Before taking the fan off the car it is...
by kkkrisss
Mon 30 May, 2016 13:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Odometer EEP_1 fixed but with issues
Replies: 17
Views: 5482

Re: Odometer EEP_1 fixed but with issues

Generally speaking is the replacement cluster going to show the original mileage without tempered dot if you just transfer the code plug of the original cluster?
by kkkrisss
Tue 10 May, 2016 05:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front upper strut mounts?
Replies: 10
Views: 1958

Re: Front upper strut mounts?

Thanks guys.
I will keep the arrow pointing to the rear just to be on the safe side although it probably does not matter.
by kkkrisss
Sun 08 May, 2016 10:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front upper strut mounts?
Replies: 10
Views: 1958

Re: Front upper strut mounts?

I have found an article online which says the arrow must point forward.
Will try to verify it.
by kkkrisss
Sun 08 May, 2016 10:02
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front upper strut mounts?
Replies: 10
Views: 1958

Re: Front upper strut mounts?

Then why put an arrow and a dot in the rubber?
Could someone with original upper strut mounts check the direction of these markers? just want to make sure I install them correctly.
by kkkrisss
Sun 08 May, 2016 09:58
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front upper strut mounts?
Replies: 10
Views: 1958

Re: Front upper strut mounts?

I have already checked the bentley manual and found nothing on the topic...
by kkkrisss
Sun 08 May, 2016 09:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front upper strut mounts?
Replies: 10
Views: 1958

Front upper strut mounts?

I am thinking of replacing the front upper strut mounts. I can see that the new ones have an arrow and a dot in the rubber where the bolts are and I am wondering if these have to point in a specific direction? I could not find any info online about this?
by kkkrisss
Thu 14 Apr, 2016 17:12
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Power Steering Fluid?
Replies: 3
Views: 864

Re: Power Steering Fluid?

Thanks alot for this info.

I thought the pre-facelift models used Dextron II...
by kkkrisss
Thu 14 Apr, 2016 12:55
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Power Steering Fluid?
Replies: 3
Views: 864

Power Steering Fluid?

I have decided to change the power steering fluid.

However I could not find what the original fluid was. Does anyone know BMW part number or oil specifications for the pre-facelift models? Also what is the capacity of the system?

Thanks.
by kkkrisss
Thu 18 Feb, 2016 11:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Water in boot
Replies: 88
Views: 25507

Re: Water in boot

i think it is very unlikely for the water to soak through the fabric. In my opinion it is either the butyl seal or the window that are leaking. Considering that the butyl seal is below that water line on the pictures i would put my money on the window. Also it is not normal to have water inside the ...
by kkkrisss
Thu 11 Feb, 2016 08:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Leak in rear which is weeting boot carpet, pooling in batter
Replies: 24
Views: 3996

Re: Leak in rear which is weeting boot carpet, pooling in ba

The water in the boot is usually due to the third brake light or the antenna grommet.
These are the first to check and cheapest to fix.
by kkkrisss
Tue 02 Feb, 2016 10:24
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Gearbox drip
Replies: 10
Views: 1756

Re: Gearbox drip

Usually drain plugs have washers. Could not remember about the gearbox drain plug but it is possible it does not have one.
by kkkrisss
Tue 02 Feb, 2016 07:41
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Gearbox drip
Replies: 10
Views: 1756

Re: Gearbox drip

did you change the washer?
by kkkrisss
Tue 06 Oct, 2015 06:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tow bar/hitch on a Z3?
Replies: 4
Views: 1224

Re: Tow bar/hitch on a Z3?

there is something similar in the accessories:

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showpar ... Id=82_1766
by kkkrisss
Tue 01 Sep, 2015 20:25
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted: seat plastic back (support)
Replies: 1
Views: 771

Re: Wanted: seat plastic back (support)

Still looking
by kkkrisss
Sat 11 Jul, 2015 08:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 3.0i differential unit.
Replies: 10
Views: 3528

Re: Z3 3.0i differential unit.

E30 diffs are pretty much the same. I think the outer flanges are different but can be easily swapped.
by kkkrisss
Thu 09 Jul, 2015 17:58
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Immobiliser removal
Replies: 9
Views: 2743

Re: Immobiliser removal

the VIN number of the car, your engine comes from is written on the DME of the engine.
So if it is possible to order a key just by providing the VIN number go for it. I think it is the easier option.
by kkkrisss
Tue 07 Jul, 2015 10:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Remote doesn't work. ZKE issue?
Replies: 17
Views: 3452

Re: Remote doesn't work. ZKE issue?

What is the difference between FT: and BT: ?
by kkkrisss
Fri 26 Jun, 2015 19:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 M44 1.9 with a miss-fire and stumble
Replies: 10
Views: 3203

Re: Z3 M44 1.9 with a miss-fire and stumble

Next suspects are plugs and MAF...
Everything else i think will throw a fault code...
by kkkrisss
Fri 05 Jun, 2015 19:20
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted: seat plastic back (support)
Replies: 1
Views: 771

Wanted: seat plastic back (support)

In good condition without any cracks.
by kkkrisss
Wed 03 Jun, 2015 09:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another central locking question.
Replies: 16
Views: 1674

Re: Another central locking question.

Here's a link to the Z3 door latch replacement which may be of use if you want to remove / examine and test it... http://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/techarticles/BMW-Z3/101-BODY-Door_Latch_Replacement/101-BODY-Door_Latch_Replacement.htm Having checked this I think I am going to lock the car from the p...
by kkkrisss
Wed 03 Jun, 2015 08:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another central locking question.
Replies: 16
Views: 1674

Re: Another central locking question.

It would be great if you can confirm that the drivers door does not trigger the central locking when operated with the key? I always thought i had a problem. Mine definitely does, 100%, as should yours. Why would BMW build a car that doesn't unlock from the driver's door but does from the passenger...
by kkkrisss
Wed 03 Jun, 2015 07:09
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another central locking question.
Replies: 16
Views: 1674

Re: Another central locking question.

I am pretty sure that the key will lock / unlock the driver door only when used in that door. When the key is used in the passenger door or boot lock, it will trigger all locks. I have from time to time locked the car with the key and seem to have noticed that. I'll check on my car and confirm or c...
by kkkrisss
Wed 03 Jun, 2015 05:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another central locking question.
Replies: 16
Views: 1674

Re: Another central locking question.

Ok. But the door locks/unlocks with the central locking when i operate any of the other locks. Doesn't that mean that the wiring and switch are fine or there are separate circuits?
by kkkrisss
Tue 02 Jun, 2015 18:28
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another central locking question.
Replies: 16
Views: 1674

Re: Another central locking question.

I have repaired the boot loom recently so it is not the problem.

I guess the next thing to check is the wiring in the drivers door?

What is the locking switch u are talking about and is there a way to test it?

Also is there a way to replace that switch only or i have to replace the whole lock?
by kkkrisss
Tue 02 Jun, 2015 15:24
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another central locking question.
Replies: 16
Views: 1674

Re: Another central locking question.

I cannot figure out what is wrong with my central locking when I use the key: 1) Locking/Unlocking with the key on the passengers door locks/unlocks everything 2) Locking/Unlocking with the key on the boot locks/unlocks everything 3) Locking/Unlocking with the key on the drivers door locks/unlocks ...
by kkkrisss
Tue 02 Jun, 2015 15:12
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another central locking question.
Replies: 16
Views: 1674

Another central locking question.

I cannot figure out what is wrong with my central locking when I use the key: 1) Locking/Unlocking with the key on the passengers door locks/unlocks everything 2) Locking/Unlocking with the key on the boot locks/unlocks everything 3) Locking/Unlocking with the key on the drivers door locks/unlocks o...
by kkkrisss
Mon 01 Jun, 2015 18:38
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: For sale Electric seats bits
Replies: 3
Views: 955

Re: For sale Electric seats bits

Do you by any chance have the plastic back support of the seats?
by kkkrisss
Mon 01 Jun, 2015 07:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: How to properly fit rear storing partition?
Replies: 3
Views: 986

Re: How to properly fit rear storing partition?

....... sadly, you will need to remove the console at the rear end.... It's a really silly fitting. I have that frame in my "spares box"...... I used a couple of tiny pieces of press stick putty to keep that storage thing in place... :wink: Thanks a bunch. I thought I was missing somethin...
by kkkrisss
Sun 31 May, 2015 05:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: How to properly fit rear storing partition?
Replies: 3
Views: 986

How to properly fit rear storing partition?

Could someone guide me on how to properly fit the rear storing partition (small storage box at the end of the centre console and behind the handbrake) without removing the centre console? This is the thing that looks like an ashtray. I have a frame in there but i cannot find a way to properly clip i...
by kkkrisss
Sat 30 May, 2015 15:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: central locking
Replies: 9
Views: 2066

Re: central locking

Sorry to intrude this thread but i have a similar problem. When i use the key on my passenger's door I lock the whole car but when i do the same on my drivers door I lock only that door. Does that mean that i have to also look at the driver's door actuator? I am talking about locking with key only, ...
by kkkrisss
Tue 12 May, 2015 08:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Hood Alignment Problem
Replies: 8
Views: 1796

Re: Hood Alignment Problem

The roof should stop short when closing, in the same position that you have to raise the front portion of the roof to when lowering it. It seems that as they get older they lose some of their tension and will flop forwards on closing - I now tend to put my hand up to catch mine when closing it. How...
by kkkrisss
Tue 05 May, 2015 20:42
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: boot loom clip?
Replies: 3
Views: 1178

Re: boot loom clip?

Checked these but could not find it...
by kkkrisss
Tue 05 May, 2015 20:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: boot loom clip?
Replies: 3
Views: 1178

boot loom clip?

does anyone know the part number of the plastic clip that holds the boot loom?
by kkkrisss
Mon 19 Jan, 2015 10:00
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Water in boot
Replies: 88
Views: 25507

Re: Water in boot

Great pics!

Is it going to be easy to remove in case you need to change the roof?
by kkkrisss
Sun 11 Jan, 2015 17:48
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Water in boot
Replies: 88
Views: 25507

Re: Water in boot

Do you guys remove the outer rubber seal of the hood before applying the silicone and crack cure stuff? Initially I didn't but after reading that on here I did (I only put crack cure from the outside in). The silicone was done from inside the car only. I never did put in any from the outside in as ...
by kkkrisss
Wed 03 Dec, 2014 16:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front side markers?
Replies: 10
Views: 2886

Re: Front side markers?

So does that mean that if you want to install a 6 cyl bumper on 1.9 all you have to do is take the plug from the sidelight in the headlight assembly and plug it in the bumper marker light?
Or there is some more wiring involved?
by kkkrisss
Sun 30 Nov, 2014 19:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front side markers?
Replies: 10
Views: 2886

Re: Front side markers?

Mine has a plain bumper, no side marker lights, the side lights being in the form of an extra bulb set in the headlights. Maybe a replacement bumper from a later car has been fitted and the side marker lights not connected up to come on as sidelights? Dave. My sidelights are also in the headlights....
by kkkrisss
Sun 30 Nov, 2014 13:12
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front side markers?
Replies: 10
Views: 2886

Front side markers?

Could someone confirm when do the front side markers on the bumper switch on?

I guess they come to life when you switch on the sidelights but need someone to confirm this.

Thanks.
by kkkrisss
Fri 28 Nov, 2014 06:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 2.2 2002 z3 - LSD or not
Replies: 8
Views: 2909

Re: 2.2 2002 z3 - LSD or not

TomH84 wrote:Cheers guys

So if it's not listed, then it's the TYPE 168 non-LSD diff then?
If your car is 2.2 then you should have the 188 type diff which requires slightly more oil than the 168 type.
by kkkrisss
Sat 22 Nov, 2014 07:13
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Speakers in the boot?
Replies: 6
Views: 5507

Re: Speakers in the boot?

I do not think a couple of holes there will ruin the car's structure or affect in any way it's performance.
Pingu did you remove the speakers? and did you fill the holes after that?
by kkkrisss
Fri 21 Nov, 2014 18:46
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Speakers in the boot?
Replies: 6
Views: 5507

Speakers in the boot?

Have anyone thought of cutting holes in the boot (where the soft top compartment is) to install rear speakers?
by kkkrisss
Fri 21 Nov, 2014 14:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Boot carpet removal?
Replies: 1
Views: 547

Boot carpet removal?

Is there anything holding down the center piece of the boot carpet or its just mine that cannot be removed?
by kkkrisss
Fri 21 Nov, 2014 07:50
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Water in boot
Replies: 88
Views: 25507

Re: Water in boot

Do you guys remove the outer rubber seal of the hood before applying the silicone and crack cure stuff?
by kkkrisss
Fri 10 Oct, 2014 14:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Oxygen sensors
Replies: 8
Views: 1474

Re: Oxygen sensors

I think Bosch is the OEM manufacturer, so don't waste money for the BMW stamp only.
by kkkrisss
Thu 14 Aug, 2014 06:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Ageing Buzz Topz
Replies: 11
Views: 2245

Re: Ageing Buzz Topz

what about this one?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... 1390086716

It looks pretty much the same but much more expensive?