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by theskippies
Mon 07 Oct, 2013 05:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: next issue
Replies: 5
Views: 820

Re: next issue

Thanks. I haven't cut the sheathing. I will try that prior to ordering my actuator
by theskippies
Sun 06 Oct, 2013 17:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: next issue
Replies: 5
Views: 820

Re: next issue

Thanks for the info

I've checked the loom, but fingers crossed it all seems intact and flexible, nothing yet looking anything like close to failure

Looks like actuator weekend next weekend.

Thanks for the diagram, took my switch to work and it tested fine. Will have to dig some more
by theskippies
Sat 05 Oct, 2013 14:47
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For sale - brand new smoked side light
Replies: 5
Views: 800

Re: For sale - brand new smoked side light

Still for sale by any chance?
by theskippies
Sat 05 Oct, 2013 14:41
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: next issue
Replies: 5
Views: 820

next issue

Well just got my z back on road, brakes, serviced, wipers, ecu and both can and crank sensors replaced. Drivers seat replaced leather and passenger seat leather replaced with bushes done Next issue is my passenger door lock. When I lock / unlock passenger door either internally or on key central loc...
by theskippies
Tue 18 Jun, 2013 05:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: random cutting out
Replies: 3
Views: 622

Re: random cutting out

Its like the switch has been turned off for a second.
Ive now noticed the rev counter keeps dropping to zero as well every now and again
by theskippies
Sun 16 Jun, 2013 21:53
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: random cutting out
Replies: 3
Views: 622

random cutting out

Hi all, just finally managed to get accelerator fixed. 1 rubber and so much heartache
Any way, now (and I don't think its related), keeps cutting out. For a second or so, sometimes when idling, sometimes when setting off and sometimes at speed both when its cold and warm.

Any ideas?
by theskippies
Mon 10 Jun, 2013 18:31
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: deckles head units
Replies: 11
Views: 6996

Re: deckles head units

I have a xenon. Don't get one :head:

Although mechless stereos are much better I think. Just not xenon
by theskippies
Sun 09 Jun, 2013 21:56
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods
Replies: 18
Views: 4068

Re: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods

So, finally got led lights and halo fitted Not everyone's taste I know http://i1318.photobucket.com/albums/t645/theskippies/20130607_181618_zps3c6d3464.jpg Also stripped drivers seat out., note poor condition of foam Mine has heated seats but replacement didn't so removed heated section which includ...
by theskippies
Sat 08 Jun, 2013 09:04
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?
Replies: 39
Views: 9208

Re: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?

Yeah, I'd seen both types on zeds.

Longer term plan is for projector halos so I've live with them for now :D
by theskippies
Sat 08 Jun, 2013 09:02
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: accelerator problem
Replies: 4
Views: 363

Re: accelerator problem

Fender2004 wrote:What with my seats being refurbed and now my accelerator gone im missing far too much sun
We have to take advantage of the sun when we get it :D[/quote]

I know, fingers crossed my new grommet comes before the sun goes :D
by theskippies
Sat 08 Jun, 2013 08:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: accelerator problem
Replies: 4
Views: 363

Re: accelerator problem

HI southern, managed to find the part of real oem, its the rubber grommet that has disintegrated.

Im ordering a new one today :-)

What with my seats being refurbed and now my accelerator gone im missing far too much sun
by theskippies
Fri 07 Jun, 2013 20:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: accelerator problem
Replies: 4
Views: 363

accelerator problem

Hi, hoping someone can help Driving home before, took foot off accelerator and when depressed again it went to the floor with no revving. Pulled over and noted the rubber ring around the cable attached to the pedal had came loose, refitted but bits popped again. Any one any fixes? Photos of what it ...
by theskippies
Fri 07 Jun, 2013 17:21
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?
Replies: 39
Views: 9208

Re: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?

Hi
Here they are, not sure if I like them or not

Image
by theskippies
Fri 07 Jun, 2013 05:31
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?
Replies: 39
Views: 9208

Re: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?

Hi, mine went in front. :D
by theskippies
Thu 06 Jun, 2013 21:16
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?
Replies: 39
Views: 9208

Re: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?

Followed the cooking instructions and very happily installed my halo lights.
Thanks for the post
by theskippies
Thu 06 Jun, 2013 16:44
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: WANTED: Seat adjustment switch
Replies: 11
Views: 1030

Re: WANTED: Seat adjustment switch

I think I have it. No switch on this seat but there is a white clip in the switch unit. I've taken this off. Pm me your address and I'll put it in the post.
by theskippies
Wed 05 Jun, 2013 21:00
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: WANTED: Seat adjustment switch
Replies: 11
Views: 1030

Re: WANTED: Seat adjustment switch

I'll have a look as soon as I get back in tomorrow evening. You can have it gratis if I can find it
by theskippies
Wed 05 Jun, 2013 16:59
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: WANTED: Seat adjustment switch
Replies: 11
Views: 1030

Re: WANTED: Seat adjustment switch

Hi, I'm stripping my seats, not M seats
Do they the bit you want?
by theskippies
Sun 02 Jun, 2013 19:23
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Breaking Boston Green 1997 1.9 narrow body - Surrey
Replies: 88
Views: 13392

Re: Breaking Boston Green 1997 1.9 narrow body - Surrey

Key fob arrived quickly mate thanks
And I now have working alarm
And good price as well
Thanks a lot
Ian
by theskippies
Sun 02 Jun, 2013 13:19
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods
Replies: 18
Views: 4068

Re: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods

So this weekend has seen: Arrival of led side lights, quality was awful so won't be fitting them Purchase of random orbital polisher and of course the use of: http://i1318.photobucket.com/albums/t645/theskippies/20130602_135815_zps6f6b80d0.jpg Alarm system now operational and I can unlock and lock m...
by theskippies
Sat 01 Jun, 2013 10:39
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: oregan beige seats - sold
Replies: 4
Views: 955

Re: oregan beige seats

door card
Image
by theskippies
Sat 01 Jun, 2013 09:36
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?
Replies: 39
Views: 9208

Re: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?

I'll also be interested in the link, the ones I've seen all 4 seem to be the same size, but looking at my headlamps I'm thinking the halos should be two different sizes
by theskippies
Thu 30 May, 2013 20:39
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: oregan beige seats - sold
Replies: 4
Views: 955

Re: oregan beige seats

Passenger seat:
Image

Close up:
Image
by theskippies
Thu 30 May, 2013 14:30
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: value of my z3
Replies: 17
Views: 2274

Re: value of my z3

Just my two penny worth, but given resale values at the moment, I'd take 4100 if you have been offered it.
I'm sure its lovely, but its not an M and low mileage only goes so far.
Sure plenty will disagree :D
by theskippies
Thu 30 May, 2013 09:57
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: oregan beige seats - sold
Replies: 4
Views: 955

Re: oregan beige seats

Update, drivers seat only available for motors or stripping, base OK. Upright now removed.
Willing to split if anyone wants bits
Ta
by theskippies
Wed 29 May, 2013 17:34
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: oregan beige seats - sold
Replies: 4
Views: 955

oregan beige seats - sold

For sale beige seats.
Need a good deep clean, but no tears or rips.
Door cards as well.
Passenger seat switch needs replaced.
Just purchased these but decided to repair my own instead.
Cost me £125 delivered so open to offers around this.
Photos upon request
Ta


Now sold
by theskippies
Wed 29 May, 2013 13:37
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Spray colour
Replies: 6
Views: 810

Re: Spray colour

by theskippies
Wed 29 May, 2013 11:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 front side lights
Replies: 22
Views: 3125

Re: Z3 front side lights

Titan wrote:Which one have you broken?
I have a nearside one if that's what you need (the offside one is cracked :head:)

Regards
Terry
Haha, same one. It was damaged when i bought it, but ive had enough of looking at it now :-)

Thanks
by theskippies
Wed 29 May, 2013 10:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 front side lights
Replies: 22
Views: 3125

Re: Z3 front side lights

Thanks, didnt realise they would still be available. Will get it ordered ! :)
by theskippies
Wed 29 May, 2013 09:20
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 front side lights
Replies: 22
Views: 3125

Re: Z3 front side lights

HI, apologies for restarting this post, but the links dont work anymore, anybody point me in the right direction for some bumper side lights? one of mine is broken

ta
by theskippies
Tue 28 May, 2013 20:06
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Hardknott/Wrynose re-visited Saturday 15th June 2013
Replies: 55
Views: 11534

Re: Hardknott/Wrynose re-visited Saturday 15th June 2013

Hi, we will be up for that. Live in cumbria so will meet up for the day .
Double order of sun please
by theskippies
Mon 27 May, 2013 09:22
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods
Replies: 18
Views: 4068

Re: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods

.......Full replacement necessary if it gets to be a hole? Not quite, you can buy standard brake shoe pins, springs and clips and feed the pins in from the back side of the protection plate to hold the shoes in place. Replacement of the protection plate requires the hub to be removed. :head: That's...
by theskippies
Mon 27 May, 2013 09:21
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods
Replies: 18
Views: 4068

Re: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods

Sounds like you're having fun! The single and reasonably inexpensive mod is fitting the M50 Intake with the big bore throttle body...this will improve the torque hugely. If you then fit the chip and can gain another 25 -30 HP (and the torque that goes with it) you should have a pleasantly improved ...
by theskippies
Mon 27 May, 2013 09:17
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods
Replies: 18
Views: 4068

Re: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods

Where did you get the "wood" trim from, is it the kit from Germany on Ebay. I want a brushed aluminium finish for mine. Was it easy to install? Yeah its the kit from Germany, it looked easy, just line it up (making sure it clean) fit it on, then hairdryer it on full heat and smooth it down.
by theskippies
Mon 27 May, 2013 09:15
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods
Replies: 18
Views: 4068

Re: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods

Please do. I'd love to read a report and see some installation photos.[/quote]
Will do, give me 3 weeks or so :)
by theskippies
Sun 26 May, 2013 22:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: which six
Replies: 7
Views: 1143

Re: which six

2.8 the original and the best. :D
by theskippies
Sun 26 May, 2013 09:52
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods
Replies: 18
Views: 4068

Re: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods

Thanks both, Yeah have thought about the hoops, still deciding on the full set up or just the aftermarket slot in ones, but really liking him without at the minute :D Been round lakes in him today and he just drives lovely, so glad we decided to buy one! Also forgot to mention, stripped out the spa...
by theskippies
Sun 26 May, 2013 09:26
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods
Replies: 18
Views: 4068

Re: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods

Nice write up and it looks like you have a good clean car. I wish I had started one of these a few years back :head: .............Ive also had to take the brakes to bits at the rear, slight scraping for two days (quitened down when handbrake on), to my surprise all came off easily only to find the ...
by theskippies
Sat 25 May, 2013 22:31
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods
Replies: 18
Views: 4068

Re: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods

Thanks both, Yeah have thought about the hoops, still deciding on the full set up or just the aftermarket slot in ones, but really liking him without at the minute :D Been round lakes in him today and he just drives lovely, so glad we decided to buy one! Also forgot to mention, stripped out the spar...
by theskippies
Sat 25 May, 2013 19:38
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods
Replies: 18
Views: 4068

2.8 Z3 restore and slight mods

HI all Ive read a number of posts on here and found the build stories interesting, so as im doing a bit on my new purchase i thought i start my own: here we go: Wind deflector: Originally holed, so i found some stronger mesh and installed it http://i1318.photobucket.com/albums/t645/theskippies/20130...
by theskippies
Thu 23 May, 2013 15:56
Forum: Performance
Topic: definitive answer on strut brace
Replies: 22
Views: 3470

Re: definitive answer on strut brace

Sorry miss comms with my better half. 2 weeks is right.
Note to self. Check before posting
by theskippies
Thu 23 May, 2013 11:00
Forum: Performance
Topic: definitive answer on strut brace
Replies: 22
Views: 3470

Re: definitive answer on strut brace

The guy has two more in Stock if anyone wants it one
by theskippies
Wed 22 May, 2013 21:29
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: holed mesh wind deflector?
Replies: 2
Views: 1246

Re: holed mesh wind deflector?

Ta, hadn't heard either so thought I'd try, will post photos tomorrow evening :)
I think it looks better than original !
by theskippies
Wed 22 May, 2013 20:26
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: holed mesh wind deflector?
Replies: 2
Views: 1246

holed mesh wind deflector?

Hi all, I purchased my z with a wind deflector that had a big hole in it, After some searching I've found replacement mesh and I've remeshed mine, but have some surplus mesh, enough for another 2. £5 per deflector if anyone is interested. Just need dimensions. Note mesh is more robust than the stand...
by theskippies
Wed 22 May, 2013 05:38
Forum: Performance
Topic: definitive answer on strut brace
Replies: 22
Views: 3470

Re: definitive answer on strut brace

Hi bonzo, it feels a little 'stiffer' on the steering and not as floaty from the front can't say I've noticed a huge difference to the handling but it does feel more responsive on the steering wheel but it may be just my imagination :D I've also fitted spacers to the back wheels now to fill the arch...
by theskippies
Tue 21 May, 2013 19:56
Forum: Performance
Topic: definitive answer on strut brace
Replies: 22
Views: 3470

Re: definitive answer on strut brace

Sorry mate, he must get them in a lot, I phoned him but he said he didn't know if would fit as the manufacturer didn't state it would.
Hope you get one !
by theskippies
Tue 21 May, 2013 19:18
Forum: Performance
Topic: definitive answer on strut brace
Replies: 22
Views: 3470

Re: definitive answer on strut brace

OK, here goes: Before: http://i1318.photobucket.com/albums/t645/theskippies/20130521_165736_zps3db7b72b.jpg After: http://i1318.photobucket.com/albums/t645/theskippies/20130521_174201_zps58b9be2b.jpg Clearance: http://i1318.photobucket.com/albums/t645/theskippies/20130521_174207_zpscab5af32.jpg
by theskippies
Tue 21 May, 2013 18:58
Forum: Performance
Topic: definitive answer on strut brace
Replies: 22
Views: 3470

Re: definitive answer on strut brace

I'll try and post the pic.
Mine is a single vanos, fits fine.
Yeah had to cut out the bit with my dremel :-)
by theskippies
Tue 21 May, 2013 17:53
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3, Z3M & Z3 Coupe Seat bushes for SALE !!!
Replies: 159
Views: 53571

Re: Z3, Z3M & Z3 Coupe Seat bushes for SALE !!!

Arrived today thanks mate :D
Weekend job now sorted
by theskippies
Tue 21 May, 2013 17:39
Forum: Performance
Topic: definitive answer on strut brace
Replies: 22
Views: 3470

Re: definitive answer on strut brace

I can confirm I now have a fully fitted strut brace for a whole £32. :-)