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by Caledonian
Sat 21 Jun, 2014 17:20
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: *SOLD* 2001 Z3 3.0i, Titanium Silver, 73K miles
Replies: 2
Views: 935

*SOLD* 2001 Z3 3.0i, Titanium Silver, 73K miles

I thought I would post my car on the forum before I put it up for sale on autotrader etc. I bought the car in October 2011 from a friend of mine, who owned it for the previous 2 years, and have set about renewing and refurbishing it over the last year or so. I am moving house and unfortunately will ...
by Caledonian
Thu 29 May, 2014 21:40
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Red/Black Sports seats FS on Ebay
Replies: 30
Views: 4399

Re: Red/Black Sports seats FS on Ebay

Message sent !
by Caledonian
Mon 26 May, 2014 21:02
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Shock absorbers
Replies: 9
Views: 777

Re: Shock absorbers

Sounds like they are worn out to me. Had the same thing on mine last year, total bone-shaker! You wont find anything trying to push on the corners and looking for a bounce or anything like that, the springs are too stiff and wont give even if the shocks are completely shot. One of mine had leaked an...
by Caledonian
Fri 11 Apr, 2014 23:02
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Rear window blanket
Replies: 3
Views: 684

Re: Rear window blanket

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/290291461581? ... 1423.l2649


The BMW blanket is on EBAY USA, alternatively buy a cat blanket for about £2

Marc
by Caledonian
Fri 11 Apr, 2014 08:22
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Idiots guide to putting Z on blocks needed!
Replies: 4
Views: 864

Re: Idiots guide to putting Z on blocks needed!

I had to remove all four wheels for a refurb and powder coat a couple of months ago. I used the following method to get the wheels off as I only had 2 axle stands. NOTE Remember to break the wheel bolt torque on the ground ! 1) Replace one rear wheel with spare wheel 2) Lift front of car with a trol...
by Caledonian
Mon 17 Mar, 2014 21:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 3.0 HELP tyre size needed
Replies: 8
Views: 837

Re: 3.0 HELP tyre size needed

http://www.carbibles.com/tyre_bible_pg4.html

Check this site out. Suggests 215/45/17 suits 8.5J maximum. Sounds like cheap rear tyres might be an issue.
As a comparison the standard 17" staggered sets have 225/45/17 front on 7.5J and 245/40/17 on 8.5J rears.
by Caledonian
Mon 03 Mar, 2014 21:28
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: POLY BUSHES for lower wishbone? Advice please
Replies: 15
Views: 1420

Re: POLY BUSHES for lower wishbone? Advice please

I changed the lower wishbones (ball joints were shot) and also fitted the purple powerflex bushes in November last year. After a laser wheel alignment the car was spot on. I would have no hesitation in recommending them, makes everything feel tight and precise.
by Caledonian
Sun 23 Feb, 2014 19:20
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 3.0 Z3 just been posted on PHeads
Replies: 48
Views: 3962

Re: 3.0 Z3 just been posted on PHeads

The ABS / Traction light could be all manner of things from ABS transducer, Steering angle sensor to ABS pump or even just damp in the electrical connections. You need to read the error codes to get an idea and even then it might not be accurate. Just remember when the light is on the DSC is disable...
by Caledonian
Sun 23 Feb, 2014 07:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 3.0 Z3 just been posted on PHeads
Replies: 48
Views: 3962

Re: 3.0 Z3 just been posted on PHeads

At a guess, I think the seller is suggesting the M54 engine is the basis of the S54 M3 engine. A bit tenuous to say the least, but they will have plenty of time to amend the advert because it will never sell at that price anyway!
by Caledonian
Mon 17 Feb, 2014 19:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Thread lock
Replies: 9
Views: 593

Re: Thread lock

I've done suspension a couple of times now (on different z3s) and have always bought new hex bolts. A couple of pounds each I think. They come with a pink / red solid thread-lock substance already run part way through the thread. They are difficult to remove, I think I had to resort to a large break...
by Caledonian
Thu 06 Feb, 2014 21:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Alloy Wheels - do they fit
Replies: 6
Views: 987

Re: Alloy Wheels - do they fit

No, Style 18 fit perfectly. I think those clauses are supposed to be for the Hartge wheels.
by Caledonian
Thu 06 Feb, 2014 13:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tyres (again!!)
Replies: 5
Views: 751

Re: Tyres (again!!)

A number of years ago I owned an Audi TT Roadster V6 which was fitted with Continental Sport contact 2 tyres. The fronts were pretty worn so I put the rears on the front (all wheels and tyres the same size, none of that staggered nonsense !) and put 2 Kumho 712 s on the rear. The results were astoni...
by Caledonian
Wed 05 Feb, 2014 21:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Alloy Wheels - do they fit
Replies: 6
Views: 987

Re: Alloy Wheels - do they fit

Staggered 17" alloys with wider rears were optional on Z3s. Many 2.8 and 3.0 Z3 variants came with these type of wheels as standard. The ones that will fit are 7.5J and 8.5J wide with offset 41. If you go to this site http://www.bmwstylewheels.com/Z/Z3-E36 The Z3M wheels , STYLE 40, do not fit....
by Caledonian
Wed 22 Jan, 2014 19:00
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Whats your favourite bmw/non bmw z3 wheels
Replies: 18
Views: 8652

Re: Whats your favourite bmw/non bmw z3 wheels

Favourite BMW wheels........always liked the Z4 Ellipsoid style 107


Favourite non-BMW wheels.....Fuchs..as fitted to old Porsches...preferably black and silver.
by Caledonian
Fri 17 Jan, 2014 19:07
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: suspension upgrades
Replies: 4
Views: 1036

Re: suspension upgrades

Hi, I would say it depends what you are looking to achieve. My current Z3 3.0 is the second one I have owned. My first was purchased in 2004 when it was 3 years old and I fell into the trap of thinking I should "upgrade" my suspension. I purchased Eibach springs and Bilstein dampers and ch...
by Caledonian
Sat 11 Jan, 2014 09:09
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: replace xenons with normal headlights?
Replies: 5
Views: 2374

Re: replace xenons with normal headlights?

I had the water problem with the headlights on a Z4 I used to have. I was regularly drying them out with a hairdryer and all sorts. It was a BMW approved use car at the time so the dealer changed both the headlights under warranty. That said to me that there must have been a problem with the mouldin...
by Caledonian
Sat 11 Jan, 2014 08:55
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Fitting DAB help needed
Replies: 18
Views: 15294

Re: Fitting DAB help needed

Good news, I'm sure you'll enjoy having DAB. There is a function on my headunit to automatically switch to FM if the DAB signal is too weak, but I've had no problems so far. Considering I'm in the West of Scotland, which isn't exactly the centre of the universe, the coverage across the UK is maybe i...
by Caledonian
Thu 09 Jan, 2014 21:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What goodies are you waiting to fit?
Replies: 21
Views: 2159

Re: What goodies are you waiting to fit?

Keith, I'm going to attempt to retrofit the slimline carbon heater pads to my seats. My seats are in excellent condition so don't want to buy some scrap ones just because they already have the heaters. My plan is to just try the seat bases. I think the leather should come off the base relatively eas...
by Caledonian
Thu 09 Jan, 2014 18:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What goodies are you waiting to fit?
Replies: 21
Views: 2159

Re: What goodies are you waiting to fit?

Retrofit heated seat kit !
by Caledonian
Thu 09 Jan, 2014 18:33
Forum: Performance
Topic: Wrong size wheels????
Replies: 5
Views: 1225

Re: Wrong size wheels????

http://www.carbibles.com/tyre_bible_pg4.html


Check this site out. It has a very handy calculator that tells you what effect the offset and tyre width will have on the distance between the suspension components and wheel arch.
It also explains offset very well too

Cheers

Marc
by Caledonian
Wed 01 Jan, 2014 09:50
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Fitting DAB help needed
Replies: 18
Views: 15294

Re: Fitting DAB help needed

You just need to connect the splitter to a +12V source. The easiest way is to just splice onto the live feed to the headunit either by soldering or even with a screw terminal block. I have a 2001 Z3 3.0 and used the same splitter with the standard aerial and it works perfectly well. The Z3 electrica...
by Caledonian
Mon 30 Dec, 2013 07:56
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: DAB Radio Vs DVD
Replies: 6
Views: 3424

Re: DAB Radio Vs DVD

I put a Philips CEM3000B DAB headunit into my Z3 at the end of last year and am very happy with it. The prices dropped from £200 to less than £100 6 months ago on these units. I liked the uncluttered look of it, it was black, the backlight it configurable to match the dash lights, it has a USB input...
by Caledonian
Fri 27 Dec, 2013 21:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Class and Tacky
Replies: 27
Views: 3235

Re: Class and Tacky

Mmmmm

I was thinking Tacky and.......Tacky.....
by Caledonian
Tue 24 Dec, 2013 08:01
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: To Dremel or not to Dremel….
Replies: 7
Views: 1387

Re: To Dremel or not to Dremel….

I can tell you from experience, the Dremel isn't powerful enough. I tried exactly the same thing years ago with my first 3.0 Z3 and it continually overheated and ruined the bits. (Needless to say the wife wasn't too chuffed as she had bought it for jewellery making !) I then went down the electric d...
by Caledonian
Wed 18 Dec, 2013 07:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Torque settings...
Replies: 3
Views: 539

Re: Torque settings...

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showth ... n+bilstein


I've done a lot of renewals this year including all the springs and dampers. I found this this write up from another forum very informative and it has all the necessary torque settings.

Cheers

Marc
by Caledonian
Fri 08 Nov, 2013 13:11
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: wind deflectors
Replies: 8
Views: 1225

Re: wind deflectors

I bought a windblox years ago for my second Z3. Utter garbage, threw it iin a skip. Looked like it had been cut by hand with a jigsaw and weighed a ton. The velcro straps struggled to hold it straight. Had a "cheap and nasty" look to it which did the car no favours at all. Went back to the...
by Caledonian
Sat 03 Aug, 2013 17:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: changing front springs - easy?
Replies: 5
Views: 663

Re: changing front springs - easy?

I changed all my shocks and springs last month, this write up is really helpful http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=16582&highlight=suspension+bilstein Compressing the front springs is the worst bit, especially the OEM ones. Ordinary spring compressors don't fit too well due to the...
by Caledonian
Tue 11 Jun, 2013 19:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: More rear window malarkey
Replies: 22
Views: 3171

Re: More rear window malarkey

Here's my recommendation http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Z3-Cabriolet-rear-window-/271220922096?pt=DE_Autoteile&hash=item3f2606d6f0 Not to be confused with this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Z3-Roadster-Convertible-Top-Rear-Window-Hood-Cabriolet-Cabrio-GREEN-TINT-NEW-/130771358778?pt=UK_CarsPa...
by Caledonian
Wed 22 May, 2013 20:27
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Retro or old style head unit advice
Replies: 14
Views: 5176

Re: Retro or old style head unit advice

http://www.dabonwheels.co.uk/Kinetic_DAA-7001_aerial_converter_-_splitter.html This is the splitter I bought. Allows you to use conventional FM radio and DAB without the need for a second aerial. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CT20BM01-BMW-7-SERIES-UP-TO-2000-ISO-STEREO-HEAD-UNIT-HARNESS-ADAPTOR-/1608996...
by Caledonian
Wed 22 May, 2013 19:36
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Retro or old style head unit advice
Replies: 14
Views: 5176

Re: Retro or old style head unit advice

I bought a Philips CEM 3000B a couple of months ago because I was looking for something plain and with DAB, but definitely not 2Fast2Furious if you know what I mean! I also wanted a headunit that you can change the backlight colour to match the interior lighting. Anyway, bought an aerial splitter th...
by Caledonian
Sun 24 Mar, 2013 07:54
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted z3 drivers side front quarter panel
Replies: 10
Views: 1189

Re: Wanted z3 drivers side front quarter panel

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-E36-Z3-ZM-Roadster-3200cc-5-Speed-Manual-Green-Now-Breaking-/310605570303?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make%3ABMW%7CCars+Type%3AM+3.2&hash=item485188e0ff I noticed this on ebay. The car is silver , not green and it's not an M Roadster. If you fo...
by Caledonian
Sun 24 Mar, 2013 07:44
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Simple but effective upgrade
Replies: 8
Views: 3087

Re: Simple but effective upgrade

http://www.zroadster.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=30471 There is a knowledge base article that shows you the set up. As mentioned there are generally 6 six speakers unless the car has the Harmon Kardon system. Two woofers, one in the footwell behind trim panels. Two tweeters, one in each door ...
by Caledonian
Thu 21 Mar, 2013 10:56
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: lowering
Replies: 54
Views: 4658

Re: lowering

Just a word of caution from my own experience, I had a beautiful Z3 3.0 a number of years ago and fell into the trap of believing I was missing something without all the uprated spring / damper combinations available to purchase for my delictation. So I researched the forums, found fantastic advice ...
by Caledonian
Fri 06 Jun, 2008 08:27
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What are Z3s like to live with?
Replies: 22
Views: 2467

Buy one , you'll love it! I've had both the 2.2 and 3.0 and thought they were both excellent. As Rob says the 2.8 or 3.0 will give you all the power you'll ever need and the fuel consumption is the same across the range. The guys on here are correct that the motoring press have planted this idea tha...
by Caledonian
Wed 09 Apr, 2008 11:44
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Paint sprayers Glasgow/Central Scotland
Replies: 4
Views: 1187

Might be a wee bit out of your way, but the two I have first hand experience of, over a number of years are C.H. Bull Bridge of Weir John McGhee Port Glasgow Neither cheap but very very good, wife just the Edition 30 rear bumper and skirts put on her Golf GTI at McGhee's and the finish is first clas...
by Caledonian
Fri 28 Mar, 2008 15:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: any one got 1 of them clear wind deflectors ?
Replies: 11
Views: 1134

It does look nice from a distance, I'll give you that!
by Caledonian
Fri 28 Mar, 2008 15:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: any one got 1 of them clear wind deflectors ?
Replies: 11
Views: 1134

I bought one on ebay that came from the states for my old 3.0 Z3. It was utter tosh. Used it once and threw it up the loft. It increases the wind noise and buffeting compared to the net version and doesn't fit very well using the velcro straps. It doesn't bear close scrutiny either as the finish is ...
by Caledonian
Fri 28 Mar, 2008 14:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Insurance and Strut Braces
Replies: 67
Views: 7458

When I had the Z3, I had to change insurance companies from Esure to Adrain Flux when I had an intention of fitting a strut brace as Esure wouldn't touch it. (In the end I sold the car before I got round to it, so I can't comment on how good or otherwise it makes the handling.) One thing to note is ...
by Caledonian
Tue 04 Dec, 2007 08:37
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Headlights have become fish tanks!
Replies: 2
Views: 940

Headlights have become fish tanks!

Having had a succession of cars with Xenon headlights, I decided I needed to upgrade the lamps in my roadster as I drive to the station on a poorly lit B road of a morning. I changed my main and dipped beams for higher intensity lamps. Ever since, the headlamps have been misting up something awful. ...
by Caledonian
Fri 16 Nov, 2007 22:17
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Back in a Zed !
Replies: 1
Views: 906

Back in a Zed !

Hi All After a gap of 18months I finally saw sense a got myself back in a Z Roadster. I sold my Z3 3.0i and first of all bought a bought a V6 TT Roadster which was not very good at all. Awesome power and nice and roomy but a bit like driving on ice. You never knew where you were in terms of grip as ...
by Caledonian
Mon 29 Jan, 2007 14:01
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Supercharged Z3M
Replies: 47
Views: 5550

Supercharged Z3M

I recently sold my V6 TT Roadster ('cos it was rubbish) and am looking at getting back into a Zed. I came across this!

Anyone know anything about this conversion. Surely must put the engine under some stress !

http://finance.autoexposure.co.uk/searc ... tartRow=11
by Caledonian
Sat 16 Sep, 2006 07:44
Forum: Performance
Topic: Bilstein sport (not sprint) + Eibach
Replies: 3
Views: 1029

I fitted Bilstein sport shocks and the Eibach Pro-Kit springs to my 3.0i in July and in my view ruined it! The handling was certainly improved with very little DSC intervention but all the comfort was completely lost. I had previously driven this car from Scotland to Monaco but after "pimping m...
by Caledonian
Thu 07 Sep, 2006 14:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Zed wont start !
Replies: 8
Views: 1038

OBD codes all clear. Fault traced to intermittent fuel pump.
by Caledonian
Sun 03 Sep, 2006 06:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Zed wont start !
Replies: 8
Views: 1038

I called out home rescue and on demonstrating the fault it started first time ! Fortunately the guy suggested we go for a drive, with him following in the truck. The car seemed fine till I turned off the motorway to come home then it just died instantly. The Zed was then loaded unceremoniously onto ...
by Caledonian
Sat 02 Sep, 2006 08:00
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Zed wont start !
Replies: 8
Views: 1038

Zed wont start !

My 3.0i started coughing and splutering a bit yesterday, sort of intermittently loosing power. The fuel was low so I assumed it was maybe some blockage or other. from rubbish in the fuel tank. Having filled her up last night she was driving fine. This morning it wont even fire up. The starter turns ...
by Caledonian
Wed 23 Aug, 2006 12:39
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: What would you replace the BM with? (Within reason)
Replies: 67
Views: 6087

Decision made, Audi TT V6 DSG. Get it next week
by Caledonian
Tue 22 Aug, 2006 11:06
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: What would you replace the BM with? (Within reason)
Replies: 67
Views: 6087

I'm looking at the moment, so far I have considered


Jaguar XK8 / XKR

Porsche Boxster 3.2S

Audi TT 3.2 V6 DSG
by Caledonian
Sun 20 Aug, 2006 08:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Trade in Values
Replies: 7
Views: 1578

Trade in Values

I'm thinking of ditching my Zed for a 53 plate Audi TT 3.2 DSG. I have a mint condition 51 plate 3.0i with only 32K miles and full Main Dealer service history. Do you think £11K is a reasonable trade-in or should I be looking for more? Having taken six weeks to sell my Astri SRi I don't really fancy...
by Caledonian
Wed 28 Jun, 2006 12:01
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Am I saving it too much?
Replies: 25
Views: 2488

I used to be over-protective of my Zed but am about to change my ways ! My other car,a 2003 Astra SRi is up for sale. I've got a 2001 3.0i with 30K miles, which spends most of the time idle except for nice weekends or days out. Having ended up with warped brake discs, seized calipers etc through too...
by Caledonian
Sat 24 Jun, 2006 08:08
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: Louis Vutton Z3
Replies: 129
Views: 23068

Illuminated gills? Burberry check interior? Seriously, fair play to you for all the effort. I lived in Oz for a year and zeds are rare enough due to your somewhat anti-competitive import taxes ! I remember test driving a 1997 1.9 and thinking.. I've just sold a year old 2.2 for less money than this ...