Search found 42 matches

by wizard4
Thu 10 Mar, 2016 19:58
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another Alarm Question
Replies: 22
Views: 4264

Re: Another Alarm Question

Many thanks Geoff H I never got the remote with the car but I will look in e-bay.


Best Wishes

Cheers
:)
by wizard4
Wed 09 Mar, 2016 20:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another Alarm Question
Replies: 22
Views: 4264

Re: Another Alarm Question

Yes I do Geof H

Cheers
by wizard4
Tue 08 Mar, 2016 19:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another Alarm Question
Replies: 22
Views: 4264

Re: Another Alarm Question

Perhaps i should clarify, what BMW meant was the alarm was not factory fitted, instead fitted after car was purchased, the fact remains can I get the fob for it. :)

Cheers
by wizard4
Sat 05 Mar, 2016 21:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another Alarm Question
Replies: 22
Views: 4264

Re: Another Alarm Question

Thanks Robert T I was advised by BMW to look at the alarm and there should be a serial number there giving the frequency. And mine is the separate fob which BMW class as aftermarket.

Cheers
by wizard4
Tue 01 Mar, 2016 13:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Another Alarm Question
Replies: 22
Views: 4264

Re: Another Alarm Question

Talking about alarms thought I would throw this one in when I bought the car I didn't get a fob with it, the ignition key just has a button for a light, however there is a small red button on the centre console, occasionally it flashes, when I had an occasion to check the fuses, I had taken the one ...
by wizard4
Tue 23 Feb, 2016 10:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: idle control valve
Replies: 8
Views: 1564

Re: idle control valve

Ok Southernboy looks like I will have to go down the route you suggested, as I am back to square one, it wanted to run on one cylinder, I also noticed what looked like a small amount of white powder in the tail pipe, like ceramic powder. Anyway I did eventually get her started, one thing to note, I ...
by wizard4
Mon 22 Feb, 2016 23:37
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: idle control valve
Replies: 8
Views: 1564

Re: idle control valve

Thanks everyone for your contributions and suggestions, I am pleased to say that I found what the culprit is, I disconnected the air temp sensor, and the engine has started without any issues since then, this is the one that fits into the air filter box. However it will be interesting to see what ha...
by wizard4
Sun 14 Feb, 2016 13:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: idle control valve
Replies: 8
Views: 1564

Re: idle control valve

Ok checked the rubber boots there fine, as for fuel pump, I can hear it making a hissing sound hen the ignition is turned on and the same when its switched off, however you do make a valid point, as its as if it is getting no fuel, the fly in the ointment is tomorrow it may start fine, so its an int...
by wizard4
Sun 14 Feb, 2016 11:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: idle control valve
Replies: 8
Views: 1564

Re: idle control valve

They have Maf sensors, the interesting thing is once it does start after a couple of minutes it settles down to a nice smooth idle.

Cheers
by wizard4
Sun 14 Feb, 2016 11:28
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: idle control valve
Replies: 8
Views: 1564

idle control valve

Hi folks lets see what you make of this problem, I had problems with starting the car, rough idling, or tried to start on one cylinder. So firstly what has already been changed on the car, new cam sensor, new lambda sensor, new crankcase pressure valve, new water pump, new thermostat, new ignition l...
by wizard4
Thu 31 Dec, 2015 21:53
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: sound conundrum
Replies: 12
Views: 3236

Re: sound conundrum

Screws are missing Colb, also wire with jack lead disappears into the nether regions of the car

Cheers

Ray
by wizard4
Wed 30 Dec, 2015 22:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: sound conundrum
Replies: 12
Views: 3236

Re: sound conundrum

It seems to be the left front speaker in the passenger foot well, traced the wiring as far as I could back towards the radio, but the wiring colour is different, it looks like I may have to take out the front console as I can't see where the change has been made, just something to add to this I foun...
by wizard4
Mon 28 Dec, 2015 15:48
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: sound conundrum
Replies: 12
Views: 3236

Re: sound conundrum

Just an update to confuse matters, I have got the sound back did some direct wiring joint straight from the stereo to the speakers, however as soon as I shut the passenger door, no sound, open it sound is back again :head:
by wizard4
Thu 24 Dec, 2015 18:12
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: sound conundrum
Replies: 12
Views: 3236

Re: sound conundrum

No the sound has disapeared on both radios it does''t matter if I am listening to the radio or cd's I can hear the speakers click when the radio is switched on but no sound coming through, if I disconnect the plug that has the speaker wires and start to reconnect it I get the sound back but as soon ...
by wizard4
Tue 22 Dec, 2015 20:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Roof Top needs small repair
Replies: 39
Views: 6399

Re: Roof Top needs small repair

I finally scraped enough money and bought a replacement hood from monsoon, I then contacted Vince Webber who is based just outside Tiverton, he was excellent had the car back the next day very reasonably priced.

Cheers

Ray
by wizard4
Tue 22 Dec, 2015 20:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: sound conundrum
Replies: 12
Views: 3236

sound conundrum

OK guys here is a cracker, the sound keeps disappearing from my stereo the cd is still playing but no sound, I changed the radio unit but still had the same problem, initially there is sound then it disappears. Switch the radio off and leave it for a couple of days and bingo I have sound perhaps for...
by wizard4
Fri 23 Oct, 2015 10:56
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Roof Top needs small repair
Replies: 39
Views: 6399

Re: Roof Top needs small repair

Southernboy a cracking link many thanks my friend

Cheers
by wizard4
Thu 22 Oct, 2015 20:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Roof Top needs small repair
Replies: 39
Views: 6399

Re: Roof Top needs small repair

Oh my I aint the only one with a roof problem i need to find out what actually holds the roof down at the side on the front, i have been told that its plastic clips and they are broken so my top is lifting on that corner I glued it down with tiger glue but its starting come apart again, so as I am h...
by wizard4
Thu 22 Oct, 2015 20:06
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: z3 sills HHHHEEEEELP
Replies: 9
Views: 1428

Re: z3 sills HHHHEEEEELP

Just to bring you up to date I sourced a pair of sills from a salvage yard in reasonable condition which are now fitted
Many Thanks my Friends
by wizard4
Wed 14 Oct, 2015 16:58
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Wheels
Replies: 25
Views: 4060

Re: Wheels

I honestly don't know what your problem is with pepper pots, I have them on mine no problem, however you might be interested to know that the young petrol heads are buying them up if a z3 is scrapped they are in buying the pepper pots apparently they fit leds into the holes so consequently they are ...
by wizard4
Mon 12 Oct, 2015 14:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: z3 sills HHHHEEEEELP
Replies: 9
Views: 1428

Re: z3 sills HHHHEEEEELP

Thanks guys I have sent off a couple of emails so waiting for replies, just a thought the softop is leaking would that have contributed to them rotting out?

Cheers
by wizard4
Mon 12 Oct, 2015 13:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: z3 sills HHHHEEEEELP
Replies: 9
Views: 1428

z3 sills HHHHEEEEELP

Hi Guys just had to take off both sills glad they were bolted on, however they are completely rusted out bmw want £185+vat for each one!!!!!!!!!!! surely someone out there does replacements, there are none available in ebay and the only place I can find is in the USA.

Cheers

Ray
by wizard4
Mon 04 May, 2015 17:50
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: catalysts
Replies: 4
Views: 1741

Re: catalysts

The garage fitted it, and yes its a euro cat, I will see if I can find a second hand one .
Cheers guys
by wizard4
Sun 03 May, 2015 12:38
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: catalysts
Replies: 4
Views: 1741

catalysts

Two things to discuss, firstly catalyst, I had to have the cat changed so got an aftermarket one, problem is it resonates, and screams going through the lower gears, so spoke to supplier who stated it should'nt do that, so had it replaced under warranty, with another cat from the same manufacturer, ...
by wizard4
Wed 31 Dec, 2014 19:17
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: exhaust system
Replies: 8
Views: 2278

Re: exhaust system

Thanks for the advice guys.
Cheers
by wizard4
Wed 31 Dec, 2014 19:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Yet another water ingress thread...
Replies: 13
Views: 2851

Re: Yet another water ingress thread...

Hi vic23 thanks for replying, I will upload pics as soon as I get a cable to connect my phone to laptop
Cheers
by wizard4
Mon 29 Dec, 2014 19:41
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: exhaust system
Replies: 8
Views: 2278

Re: exhaust system

Thanks for replying the gasket needs to be a new one, but there are I believe similar gaskets around for other high performance vehicles just sorting out the correct dimensions.
Cheers
by wizard4
Mon 29 Dec, 2014 11:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Yet another water ingress thread...
Replies: 13
Views: 2851

Re: Yet another water ingress thread...

ok lets try again top right hand corner where the hood is attached to the metal frame that has the pin for locking down the hood to the windscreen, that has come adrift, I believe the gentleman that had the car before me put it through a car wash, yup you heard right, anyway I tried bostic, and fina...
by wizard4
Mon 29 Dec, 2014 09:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: exhaust system
Replies: 8
Views: 2278

exhaust system

Hi guys I had to replace the cat and the exhaust system as well, I couldn't afford genuine parts, anyway the sound from the system on acceleration is very raspy is that normal or should it be a nice growl, secondly I am having to take the car back regularly as I cannot replace the cone gasket betwee...
by wizard4
Tue 16 Dec, 2014 13:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Mazda MX5 OR BMW Z3? Your views guys...
Replies: 82
Views: 29975

Re: Mazda MX5 OR BMW Z3? Your views guys...

I have owned Mazda's for many years, from the Montrose to all types of 626, and the 323, I haven't drove or been in, the MX5, but I had a choice of buying either the MX5 or the Z3 1.9, being on a very low budget, both were the same price £1,700, in the local rag. I opted for the Z3, yeah its got hig...
by wizard4
Mon 15 Dec, 2014 20:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Yet another water ingress thread...
Replies: 13
Views: 2851

Re: Yet another water ingress thread...

Help, part of the hood has become detached just where it joins it where the clamp is for locking the soft top, at the windscreen,
drivers side I have tried all sorts of glue, but to no avail grrrrrr anybody know which glue is used, I really don't want to buy a second hand soft top.
by wizard4
Sun 09 Nov, 2014 22:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: engine problems
Replies: 10
Views: 3089

Re: engine problems

Thanks for the reply mike, well where do I start, 95 octane is all I can get here, running smoothly well its rough on idling, it appears to run at 600rpm, with an occasional misfire. Sometimes when I turn the ignition on the key stops before I can do a full turn, so I have to take the key out and st...
by wizard4
Sat 08 Nov, 2014 22:17
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: engine problems
Replies: 10
Views: 3089

Re: engine problems

Brilliant toppez im still laughing sweet dreams buddy. lol :lol:
by wizard4
Sat 08 Nov, 2014 21:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: engine problems
Replies: 10
Views: 3089

engine problems

Ok a new development has started today, when I switch off the engine, it carries on running for a few seconds. Any ideas as to the problem, fingers crossed it aint going to be expensive to fix. :(
by wizard4
Sat 08 Nov, 2014 21:28
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: side vents
Replies: 3
Views: 1019

Re: side vents

Thanks guys very helpful.
by wizard4
Fri 07 Nov, 2014 15:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: side vents
Replies: 3
Views: 1019

side vents

Hi guys does anyone know where I can buy chrome side vents for the z3 to replace the standard ones which are plastic. :)
by wizard4
Sat 01 Nov, 2014 22:00
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: steering
Replies: 17
Views: 4491

Re: steering

Well gentlemen each of you were correct in your own way there is a upper ball joint with slight movement, also for some inexplicable reason both nearside tyres had lost some pressure, actually down to one bar each, once tyre pressures corrected, steering is fine, but will replace both upper ball joi...
by wizard4
Thu 30 Oct, 2014 19:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: steering
Replies: 17
Views: 4491

Re: steering

No tramlineing Del that's not a problem the rear bushes were checked but we still have to check the rest of the joints as you and Alasdair suggested, but surely they would have shown up on an MOT? Either way I will get to the bottom of it, I will let you know what happens as it may be useful for oth...
by wizard4
Thu 30 Oct, 2014 17:56
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: steering
Replies: 17
Views: 4491

Re: steering

Thanks guys firstly I reached 80mph on a flat straight level road, I had to back off, the steering was so light and developed so much play in it that I was constantly battling with the steering. Paul I'm rarely on the link road as Im retired, but there has been a silver Z3 down in Ilfracombe lately,...
by wizard4
Fri 24 Oct, 2014 15:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: steering
Replies: 17
Views: 4491

Re: steering

Thanks cooper01 I suspect you are right.
Cheers :)
by wizard4
Thu 23 Oct, 2014 10:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: steering
Replies: 17
Views: 4491

Re: steering

I was travelling at 70mph only for a short distance, as it was a back road haven't tested it on either an A road or motorway, afraid I live out in the sticks, Tyres are new, but I must agree it is vastly different from driving a front wheel drive car, last one I drove was a Vauxhall Viva, oops givin...
by wizard4
Tue 21 Oct, 2014 18:58
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: steering
Replies: 17
Views: 4491

steering

Hi guys im new to the forum I recently bought a z3 apart from getting used to the rear wheel drive handling, I have noticed that when get up to higher speeds the steering is a bit vague, as if the front of the car has become very light, any ideas.
Cheers :?