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by ADD
Thu 22 Mar, 2007 17:02
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

MINI RC Track
by ADD
Thu 22 Mar, 2007 16:59
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, Long time no hear….well where do I start? First of all, sorry to everyone for not keeping this forum updated. I’m still at my dealership and nearing the end of my apprenticeship. I’m on my second year of the apprenticeship and currently on block 11 (this week & next) out of 14 blocks. Si...
by ADD
Thu 22 Sep, 2005 21:43
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Winter hardtop?
Replies: 20
Views: 2810

The BBS alloys do really suit the M Roadster but I love the standard wheels (S54 version). I've attached another 2 photos of the M Roadster from different angles. I also came across this M Coupe with 19" BBS alloys which looks great as well. Out of interest does anyone know how many UK S54 M Ro...
by ADD
Wed 21 Sep, 2005 12:15
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Winter hardtop?
Replies: 20
Views: 2810

Winter hardtop?

On a website I found this M Roadster with this winter hardtop, has anyone seen one like this before?

Adam
by ADD
Wed 21 Sep, 2005 11:53
Forum: Z8 roadster
Topic: z8 with supercharger photos
Replies: 4
Views: 10640

Rms Z8

I read about this Z8 awhile ago on the m5board website, looks very mean in black with those black wheels. For more info check out the link below.

http://www.m5board.com/articles.php?id=19

Shame there isn't any performance figures...0-100, 0-124 etc

Adam
by ADD
Sun 14 Aug, 2005 13:03
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Nürburgring Photos

Hi all, I've uploaded some photos onto a friends webspace for you all to see. http://homepage.ntlworld.com/jmwilde/nurburgring-photos.htm No videos yet...I'm having a bit of trouble downloading the footage without the video skipping a few frames everynow and again. I've tried downloading both on my ...
by ADD
Mon 08 Aug, 2005 02:14
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Nürburgring

Hi all, I had a great trip across to Germany, which took just over 4 hours from Calais. We finally found the place we were staying at, in the middle of nowhere but not too far from the ring. We checked into our room and then went for a walk-about. We went into the small bar/restaurant/hotel two door...
by ADD
Wed 03 Aug, 2005 22:58
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, Just a quick update. Everything at work is going very well, I’m always learning something new and gaining more experience. I had an ok birthday. My parents bought me a BMW M3 Experience @ Rockingham last Saturday. I was really looking forward to it, however, I was very disappointed with the ...
by ADD
Mon 01 Aug, 2005 17:22
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: What would you do? - Z3 vs. M3 convertible
Replies: 28
Views: 3138

spokey wrote:I've heard people say that the M3 Cab suffers from a lack of rigidity that spoils the handling. Anything with a cabriolet is going to make for an uncomfortable 4-seater, IMHO.
An E46 M3 Convertible is 25% more rigid than an E36 M3 Evo.

Adam
by ADD
Fri 22 Jul, 2005 13:26
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, I’ve just got back from my second week of my third block of training at CFD. Over the training block I covered; • Basic Fuel and Ignition systems • Exhaust Gas Emissions • Electronics (Switches, relays, transistors and diodes) I learnt lots over the last few weeks at CFD. I’ve now completed ...
by ADD
Sat 11 Jun, 2005 01:07
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, I’ve just got back from my second week of my second block of training at CFD. Over the training block I covered; • Engine Cycles • Engine Construction • Lubrication Systems • Engine Cooling • Air/intake Supply • Exhaust Systems • Maths & Science • Electronics I had a very interesting cou...
by ADD
Tue 17 May, 2005 20:20
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, It does seem like ages ago since I first posted about the apprenticeship but the time working at the dealership seems to have flown by. Today after we finished the PDI on the M5, we fitted a tracker and then went out for the road test! WOW WOW WOW! This car is just mad! I love the sound of t...
by ADD
Mon 16 May, 2005 19:20
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, Just a quick update, everything is still going really well. I recently changed the technician that I always work with. He is very very good at his job and shows/explains everything in a lot more detail than anyone else. This technician is easily the best at my dealership, as everything is do...
by ADD
Sat 02 Apr, 2005 00:35
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, Yesterday afternoon I returned home after finishing my second week of technical training at CFD. Last week we had an induction tour which included: • A visit to the Parts Distribution Warehouse • A visit to the BMW Technical Centre • A visit to the Press Workshop We were all treated to see a...
by ADD
Sat 19 Mar, 2005 18:57
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Induction week

Hi all, On Monday I got the train to Bracknell and then it was a bit funny turning up at CFD (Centre For Development) in a blacked out Mercedes-Benz E-Class Taxi. I’ve never seen so many BMWs parked at one place. I joined the rest of my group in the canteen for lunch. After lunch we had a quick tour...
by ADD
Thu 24 Feb, 2005 22:00
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, Yesterday I had my one day induction. There were 3 CPAs (Career Programme Advisors) controlling the induction with 12 apprentices (6 from my group). We first covered Health & Safety, which was very informative about all the risks/hazards in the our working environment and using the corre...
by ADD
Sun 13 Feb, 2005 22:13
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Re: Adams Progress.

How much experience have you, for the GoKart session??, zroadster.net,s No 1 Junior Technicians champ title is up for grabs, are you getting some more laps in , before that Final day,When is it??. I normally go karting a few times a year but haven’t been to the Thruxton circuit before. Maybe I’ll g...
by ADD
Sun 13 Feb, 2005 15:25
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, So much news to post, I don’t know where to start… Everything is going really well and as the weeks go on, it keeps getting better. Last Wednesday I was asked to carried out an Inspection 1 on an E46 330i Convertible all by myself (the work was checked after I had finished). This may not sou...
by ADD
Thu 20 Jan, 2005 21:49
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, One day someone’s car is going be on my list. We only seem to get a few Z3’s in and I still haven’t seen one M Roadster let alone 1 of the 79 S54 models. I’m surprised how many E46 M3’s we get, at least 2/3 a day. We also get a fair few E39 M5’s and have had about 4 M3 CSL’s. Today’s cars we...
by ADD
Wed 19 Jan, 2005 23:07
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, Today’s cars were; • E65 730i – Used car check. • E46 325i – The right rear passenger’s seat belt wasn’t retracting, a new one was fitted. • E36 318i Touring – Inspection one. • Mini One – Steering column replaced. • Mini Cooper – The airbag light was on. The driver’s seat air bag wiring loo...
by ADD
Tue 18 Jan, 2005 21:02
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, 96.7% of customers were happy with the level of service from the service department. Today’s cars were; • E46 318i – Used car check • E36 316i Coupe – We start work on this car last week. The customer was complaining that the car was running a bit rough and wanted it checked over, as he just...
by ADD
Tue 18 Jan, 2005 00:05
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

2005 update

Hi all, Hope you all had a good Christmas and happy new year. Everything at the dealership is going extremely well and I'm really happy. Now for the news; BMW GB told the dealership that, last year 96.7% of customers were happy with the level of service/work carried out on their cars, by the service...
by ADD
Thu 09 Dec, 2004 23:59
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

A quick update

Hi all,

I've had a very interesting week so far, as I've been busy helping remove and strip down an X5's 4.6L V8 as there was a knocking noise coming from the engine. Today we had the block and pistons apart to be sent off for measuring.

Adam
by ADD
Sat 04 Dec, 2004 21:52
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, Last week the man from BMW GB who I saw when I first took part in the assessment at my local dealership and I spoke to on the phone after the bad news (at the time) came into the dealership. We had a good chat about everything and he said that the dealership was very happy with me. I used on...
by ADD
Sat 04 Dec, 2004 21:44
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Re: Good News.

[quote="ZZZEMMCO"]:D We are happy, if you are :D .Adam, the GT1 computer is that one of a series of computers, 2-3-4++ for different problems or just different programmes ??. Client complains lack of power(possibly a ZM owner- you Know what we are like :roll: ) what sequence of checks is p...
by ADD
Sun 14 Nov, 2004 13:30
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Progress so far...

Hi all, Just keeping you all update on my progress, I’ve now been at the dealership for just under 7 weeks and I’m still really enjoying every minute. The other week I was given my start date for my first few courses at Bracknell, I have my induction week starting on the 14th of March and then the f...
by ADD
Wed 20 Oct, 2004 18:28
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: S54 Recall
Replies: 55
Views: 7688

Hi all,

Looks like the answer has already been answer.

Anyway, I gave the assistant service manager a S54 M Roadster chassis number and he told me that there isn’t a recall for them.

Adam
by ADD
Tue 19 Oct, 2004 18:41
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: S54 Recall
Replies: 55
Views: 7688

Hi all, Today I spoke to the assistant service manager at the dealership I work for and asked him if he knew if the S54 engine M Roadsters need to have the con rod bearing sheels replace like the recall for E46 M3s. He said if I get a chassis number, he could type it in to the computer and it should...
by ADD
Fri 15 Oct, 2004 20:08
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, Thanks for the replies about tools. I always research anything I buy. I want things which have had some proper thought/design put into them. I bought an IBM ThinkPad as IBM hardware is so reliable as it has to be, to suit the demands of business users. Its not just that, its all the little t...
by ADD
Wed 13 Oct, 2004 22:05
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: S54 Recall
Replies: 55
Views: 7688

This is a recall on all S54 engine apart from the CSL Can you confirm or deny that it applies to the S54 Roadsters and Coupés - as this appears to be confused in the US and Europe - and two dealers I spoke to don't have a clue I did ask if the recall applies to the S54 M Roadster and I was told it ...
by ADD
Wed 13 Oct, 2004 21:45
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

The news so far…

Hi all, The news so far… The dealership told me that it would be a few weeks before I could start as they had to sort out their paper work. Well when I woke up on Monday 27th September and opened my post at half nine and it was a letter from the dealership confirming that I had been offered the Appr...
by ADD
Wed 22 Sep, 2004 20:28
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Any owners in/around Bristol?
Replies: 13
Views: 2024

Took me 18 months to find out, when someone showed me, you can shut your windows from outside by twisting the key anti clockwise in the door lock & holding it there for a couple of seconds ! This is called total closure, my parents have it on their E34 but you can also do it from the remote. It...
by ADD
Tue 21 Sep, 2004 16:49
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Re: Congrats Adam

stu wrote:When do you start?
I'll start in a few weeks, as they have to get all the paper work together.

Adam
by ADD
Tue 21 Sep, 2004 16:46
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

I do hope you will continue to frequent this board on a regular basis and continue to give us an insight into the BMW service systems.... or have you jumped across now altogether and will it be us consumers v the BMW establishment (ie. you)!?? surely not! I will continue to visit the board frequent...
by ADD
Tue 21 Sep, 2004 16:33
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Did we pass the dealers when I dropped you off from the Wessex concours? Not that I can remember who it was :D Or was that the one you had your first work experiance at. We passed my local dealership which I took the assessment and didn't get the placement. And it isn't the dealership which I had m...
by ADD
Tue 21 Sep, 2004 15:33
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Giles wrote:Now you can spill the beans...who is the dealer :?:

(Please please please let it be Sewells :wink: :lol: )
I’m not sure if I should…but I’m afraid its not Sewells.

Adam
by ADD
Tue 21 Sep, 2004 14:14
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Good things do come to those who wait!

Hi all, I received my phone call this afternoon….dealer ‘3’ have offered me the apprenticeship position :D . I’m so happy, I can’t stop smiling :D :D :D :D . At long last I get to live my dream job! I would like to say thank you to everyone for their comments, time and support! I just can’t believe ...
by ADD
Mon 20 Sep, 2004 20:04
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, I had my final interview at dealer ‘3’ today, there were 3 people (service manager, assistant service manager and a technician) interviewing me. The interview went well, we talked about a few different things including where I would like to be in 4/5 years, the training scheme, travelling th...
by ADD
Fri 17 Sep, 2004 11:33
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Latest update

Hi all, I would have given the update sooner but I’ve been a bit busy including upgrading my ThinkPad with a new harddrive, upgrading the network and a few other things. I went in for my day work experience at dealer ‘3’ on the 6th. I had a full tour around the dealership, there are 16 Technicians i...
by ADD
Thu 09 Sep, 2004 17:16
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: //M 1/4 mile times
Replies: 25
Views: 2320

Performance Chart

Hi all,

Just put all the figures together I have for most of the ///M Cars in a chart and a few supercars.

Adam
by ADD
Thu 02 Sep, 2004 18:14
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Could this be it?

Hi all, I spoke to the service manager from dealer ‘3’ this afternoon and I’ve been put on a short list :D (myself and one other candidate). The service manager asked if I could come in, to take part in a day work experience, which will be on Monday and the other person will be in on Tuesday. Follow...
by ADD
Fri 20 Aug, 2004 16:04
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Just a little update

Hi all, I received a voice mail message on my phone yesterday from the service manager at the ‘certain’ dealer, explaining that he has had trouble getting hold of the other candidate for his weeks work experience. He has now got in touch with him and he will be in for his week at the end of the mont...
by ADD
Mon 09 Aug, 2004 21:41
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

I mentioned about last weeks work experience at the ‘certain’ dealer and that I wasn’t impressed :shock: :shock: don't ever believe dealers don't talk to each other or that the manager could move to another dealership.. I know that. The service manager I saw today knew people at my local dealer and...
by ADD
Mon 09 Aug, 2004 18:32
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, I had my interview today at dealer ‘3’. The interview went well, talked about my work experience at my local dealer, the apprenticeship scheme, my score on the assessment and traveling etc. I mentioned about last weeks work experience at the ‘certain’ dealer and that I wasn’t impressed, the ...
by ADD
Fri 06 Aug, 2004 22:08
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, I had my final day. I assisted a different Technician today who has worked for the dealer for six years. I assisted the Technician with the following cars; • E36 318i – Inspection 1 • E46 318i Touring – Customer wanted a check over. • Min One – New driver’s top seat cover. • E39 M5 – Used ca...
by ADD
Fri 06 Aug, 2004 22:05
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

It can be a NoWin situation sometimes!!!. Car goes off road , over verge into ditch.Assessor says 4 New wheels & Tyres. Unless someone is going to X-Ray the rims and even then, who will say they are 100% sound.So err on the drivers safety, cos if they dont renew and theres another off-- Mega La...
by ADD
Thu 05 Aug, 2004 22:50
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, I had my 4th day at the dealer, it was very interesting and enjoyable. I assisted a different Technician today who has worked for the dealer for two and half years. He was very switched on, explained what he was doing/why and answered questions I asked. We were chatting all day, he ask what ...
by ADD
Wed 04 Aug, 2004 22:24
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Re: Keep with it

It would also be worth considering looking for an apprenticeship in a local independent garage, as it will give you a lot wider experience of the motor trade. I know you really want to work for BMW, but I think you would be more value to a good independent workshop who would be very impressed by yo...
by ADD
Wed 04 Aug, 2004 22:13
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Re: Keep with it

Also if you are asked to empty the bins, do it. This is part of training in most work places, although not the most important job, it still needs doing and is the newbies job usually. You wouldn't expect BMW to pay one of its Techs to do it and waste time they could be earning £60-£70 an hour for t...
by ADD
Wed 04 Aug, 2004 22:02
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Apprentice Technician Assessment? Help/advice
Replies: 243
Views: 47573

Hi all, I had my 3rd day at the dealer and things were a bit better than the last two days. I asked if I could work with a Senior or Master Technician but both were away on training. I assisted a different Technician today who has worked for the dealer for six years. He looked after his tools, was f...