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by kruisn
Tue 02 Jun, 2009 20:39
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: Hi from Cornwall
Replies: 18
Views: 2190

Hi lizzy from us at this end of the world. Nice car with nice mileage. You will enjoy the roadster and the forum. You should have a look through the older postings when its raining or to cold to go driving top down next winter, meantime give the new toy plenty of exersize. Zds love to be driven.
by kruisn
Tue 02 Jun, 2009 20:29
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: 23rd Classic & Performance Car Spectacular at Tatton Par
Replies: 14
Views: 1168

PS. just noticed how much the emoticon in your last post looks like the front of a Bugeye :D :lol: :lol:
by kruisn
Tue 02 Jun, 2009 20:26
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: 23rd Classic & Performance Car Spectacular at Tatton Par
Replies: 14
Views: 1168

OH-Yea not the prettiest AH, but like the Bugeye is one of the nicest balanced sprites, the hundred is one of the sweetest of the big healeys. 881 looks great in that shot as well. Thanks for those, I have had a hundred since 1973 but took it off the road for repair work in 1986 still isn't back on ...
by kruisn
Mon 01 Jun, 2009 21:16
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: 23rd Classic & Performance Car Spectacular at Tatton Par
Replies: 14
Views: 1168

Nice pics Rob, Thanks for that. Didn't see any 100/4s in the back ground on the healey stand!!!.
by kruisn
Mon 01 Jun, 2009 20:32
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: I duuno!
Replies: 1
Views: 797

HA-HA-HA ! ! ! I do like that story. Good on ER-Ndoors. I hope you find your gaggle/bunch/flock/herd/gang/flotilla/group/convoy, of Zds.
by kruisn
Tue 26 May, 2009 21:22
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: UK Z1 Tour 2009 - The Dutch and German Invasion.
Replies: 200
Views: 28272

THANKS FOR ALL THE PHOTO'S
Not having yet seen a Z1 on the flesh, they are different and very good looking. It seems you all (invaders and defenders) had a great time. Hope you do it again. All the very best.
by kruisn
Mon 25 May, 2009 00:03
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Force India Photos
Replies: 1
Views: 691

Red seems to be VERY popular.
Looks like everybody is mixing and enjoying. Lets see some more shots when you can.
by kruisn
Sun 10 May, 2009 21:03
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: What products do you recommend? Help needed
Replies: 11
Views: 1718

Doesn't matter so much weather you use a mitt or sponge or light brush IMHO. the best way to eliminate swirl marks when washing the car is to have two buckets. Apply the carwash as per usuall, then rinse/splash the miit/sponge/brush out in the other bucket, releasing any grit accumulated, then back ...
by kruisn
Fri 08 May, 2009 22:37
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Z1 upside down ?
Replies: 3
Views: 990

Z1 upside down ?

We are all upside down in New Zealand. Does anybody know of any Z1's down here. I have not seen or heard of any so far, but there must be one or two hidden away ???.
by kruisn
Fri 08 May, 2009 22:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Its a very sad day!!!
Replies: 4
Views: 1005

Congrats on the job. Buy an "elcheapo" for work and keep the Zd for real driving. Keeps the mileage, mainenance, vandalism down, and you will appreciate her even more when you do drive her.
by kruisn
Fri 08 May, 2009 22:16
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Another tax paying Zed leaves the UK...need a catalytic!
Replies: 18
Views: 2618

Back on board

Hello Budget, Have been following your posts with interest, great to know you have the baby back and running in her new home. Stay in touch on the board, its always good to hear from other parts of Zworld. Enjoy the drive.
by kruisn
Tue 21 Apr, 2009 21:58
Forum: Site Announcements and Feedback
Topic: Manual approval of registration
Replies: 2
Views: 11264

Good Move. I am sure genuine new members will understand.
by kruisn
Fri 17 Apr, 2009 02:38
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Z3 haters ( - :
Replies: 49
Views: 6306

If you look around at most of the great collectable/loved cars you will find they are kept and enjoyed because of their little idiosyncrasies and faults. This is what makes a car interesting, you wont find many of the modern cars becoming classics because they are very reliable, quiet, efficient, co...
by kruisn
Wed 15 Apr, 2009 21:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Has anyone any suggestions for a smaller Z3 rearview mirror
Replies: 14
Views: 966

Could be attatched with a glob of polyurethane sealer/glue as are some small circuit boards. Or a squirt with some builders filling foam from a aerosol can.
by kruisn
Tue 14 Apr, 2009 21:14
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Ribbit!
Replies: 43
Views: 6661

Looking good Rob. Luvly to see a nice example being used. I note the dash is covered in leathergrain as opposed to the original paint finish, nice touch, and the door trims look great polished instead of anodised. The front bumper is always a (to have or not to have) although it protects the bonnet,...
by kruisn
Wed 18 Mar, 2009 21:02
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Lots of silver zeds
Replies: 14
Views: 1398

HUGE! ! ! boot space, but you have to be a contortionist to get the groceries in, and more importantly OUT. LOL.
by kruisn
Wed 18 Mar, 2009 20:39
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: tool kit missing item
Replies: 13
Views: 4304

Xcuse the technical terms, it is the sockety thing hole that unscews the tray as said above. The sockety thing is shown sitting on top for clarification. As you can see my spanner had gone missing and I bought a new one (still got the wrapping on it).
by kruisn
Wed 18 Mar, 2009 20:22
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Lots of silver zeds
Replies: 14
Views: 1398

Looks gorgeous Rob. The wire wheels certainly suit the HAN5 more so than the later models. I suspect you have the disc brake set up too? which means you may have 1275cc as well???? All very good mods and keeping well within character. The colour shows off its lines really well. Very nice piccy. ENJO...
by kruisn
Tue 17 Mar, 2009 19:35
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Lots of silver zeds
Replies: 14
Views: 1398

Have tried to attatch a photo. If it doesn't work, the car is Yellow (Primrose is the official name I think) with black upholstery. This is the second example I have owned, the first was red (of course) and in better condition. Got married and did the honeymoon in it, to an Austin Healey rally in th...
by kruisn
Mon 16 Mar, 2009 20:39
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Lots of silver zeds
Replies: 14
Views: 1398

Havn't been off as such. I have been dropping in to keep up with the news but havn't posted anything for a while. You will all be getting the hardtops of and driving topless a lot more now you are coming into the spring/summer. We have had a very hot and sticky summer (not complaing though), it has ...
by kruisn
Mon 16 Mar, 2009 20:10
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Lots of silver zeds
Replies: 14
Views: 1398

Out for a drive around the Sandspit, Matakana, Tawharanui, Warkworth areas on Sunday, very enjoyable run. Caught up with the local muscle car club as we a drove through the new Northern Gateway tunnel with them (OOOOH! ! the exaust noise thru the tunnel). (Jump on Google earth and have a look at the...
by kruisn
Sat 28 Feb, 2009 03:09
Forum: Performance
Topic: "Fruity" exhaust note wanted on my 3.0 Z3
Replies: 17
Views: 4822

Does the Remus box replace the cats? (ie; would the car need remapping?) as they seem to talk about less back pressure. Its a nice looking box, is anybody else using the same item that can give some advice.
by kruisn
Fri 02 Jan, 2009 01:54
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: ZRoadster Calendar 2009 - ORDER NOW!!!
Replies: 54
Views: 9060

PM Sent 2-01-2008 from above link.
I have just checked and it is still sitting in "outbox" not "sent box"
hope it goes when I log out.
Happy New Year to you all. "Its getting Zder all the time"
by kruisn
Sat 01 Nov, 2008 02:47
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: My Z4...
Replies: 13
Views: 2275

Looks like a very nice example despite the weather when taken. Luv to see some more shots when its fine (when?). Nice to see more Z4s taking part in the site. "ENJOY".
by kruisn
Mon 06 Oct, 2008 06:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: what miles
Replies: 58
Views: 5354

Hey There Kiwi, Nice collection you have ( photo's at bottom of post). We must meet up when (and if ) you ever return to the country of to much P.C. Mitch; must be nice to have all the time in the world to spank the little girl (Z3 I mean, or I will probably get a spanking from U know who). Best reg...
by kruisn
Fri 03 Oct, 2008 20:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: what miles
Replies: 58
Views: 5354

:oops: Oh Dear, Late 2001 3.0ltr Titanium silver/red leather, 16000ks (10000mls). But all miles were for the pure pleasure of driving it. Have an old ford which I use everyday, so it keeps the milage, vandalism, insurance down. Nothing beats taking it out early in the morning for a run with the hood...
by kruisn
Tue 22 Jul, 2008 20:08
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Cars in the Park, Lichfield, July 5th,6th
Replies: 38
Views: 5466

Magnificent photo's, Thanks for sharing. Good to see other makes of classics caught your eyes as well as the Z's. All looked very well prepared and what a nice day it must have been. Thanks again. Happy miles!!!
by kruisn
Tue 17 Jun, 2008 19:56
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: V1LAN Returns
Replies: 23
Views: 3467

Welcome back Mupps. We all like admirers of shiny things, and vilan will be nice and shiny soon I bet. Enjoy the "new" Z. Good to see it back.
by kruisn
Mon 28 Apr, 2008 05:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Two clean ladies
Replies: 3
Views: 654

Now the hard part - which one do I use tomorrow? ---- Isn't life a bich.
Both looking very cool.
by kruisn
Thu 27 Mar, 2008 04:36
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Yorks Run Saturday 15th March - Thanks Deano
Replies: 50
Views: 10905

Great comments and photo,s. many thanks. Nice to put a face to some of the handles I post to. What lovely countryside to drive through as well, despite the weather. Sharky looks poss MINT.
by kruisn
Sun 09 Mar, 2008 21:27
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Glad to see Z Roadster back up?
Replies: 46
Views: 6955

Missed the site and posts from all you nice people. BIG UPS. to the great mates who managed to get us rolling again. Makes you realise how much it means. Didn't find any other site with as much attitude and passion as ours while the site was down. Keep up the good vibes. And Happy Z-ing
by kruisn
Tue 29 Jan, 2008 04:46
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Announcement: ZRoadster.net Calendar 2008 - order now!
Replies: 100
Views: 10987

WHOOOOPEEEEE!!! the calenders arrived this avo 29/01/08. They made it all the way to lil ol NZ. Thanks to all involved (there must be some that have not been mentioned yet). Have one for the home office and one at work. Brightens up my day just looking at it. Can't drive my Z during the week (doesn'...
by kruisn
Tue 29 Jan, 2008 04:28
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Some very sad news
Replies: 40
Views: 3440

Even on this side of the world we feel we almost know you Rob, through your posts and comments. Our sympathies and condolences are with you in our thoughts. Time will heal and memories will be special. All our best wishes for you and your family at this time and for the future.
by kruisn
Sun 20 Jan, 2008 03:09
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: What attracts other people to my car !!!?
Replies: 8
Views: 981

Hi CH, The parking thing is a pain. IMHO it stems from most people in the shopping mall/parking areas that drive dull and boring cars and therefore have no pride or interest in who they use as stoppers. One thing I notice though, they always park as close to their destination as possible, (they hate...
by kruisn
Tue 15 Jan, 2008 04:04
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Announcement: ZRoadster.net Calendar 2008 - order now!
Replies: 100
Views: 10987

Thanks for the update Giles. Am waiting with bated breath (#&%$ Snail mail) Very exited about recieving it. Most of the feedback seems to be positive. Happy motoring all.
by kruisn
Fri 04 Jan, 2008 22:36
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Z3 look alike....LOL
Replies: 46
Views: 3807

HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!! Great stuff guys and gals. This thread is as funny as the Z3/Mazda.
Good start to the new year, hope you all have a great 08.
by kruisn
Fri 04 Jan, 2008 22:11
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: trouble with my hare intake
Replies: 20
Views: 2768

Driving spiritedly in the country with the top down and around a corner using all the road I could, when a Z passed me in the other direction. Lady driver yells out "COW" , I mentally applauded myself at being quite quick on the uptake at this moment as I yelled back "PIG". 200yd...
by kruisn
Wed 26 Dec, 2007 18:16
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Announcement: ZRoadster.net Calendar 2008 - order now!
Replies: 100
Views: 10987

Possibly more quality photos sent in of Z3 than Z4-Z1 etc. I am sure the guys did the best they could with available material. Easy to critisize - harder to do. Personally I dont mind which models are shown, It is a calender for all us Z-ers. I for one applaud the initiative and can't wait till mine...
by kruisn
Fri 07 Dec, 2007 05:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: //M badges and the likes
Replies: 33
Views: 3064

centre console for practicality purposes, oval mirror for its smaller size etc), the overall effect is going to be that I am trying to pass my humble Z off as an M. And I'm one of the people who scorns that :shake:[/quote] Nothing humble about "yours" or any Z Kiwi. They are great drivers ...
by kruisn
Fri 07 Dec, 2007 05:14
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Announcement: ZRoadster.net Calendar 2008 - order now!
Replies: 100
Views: 10987

PM sent. with all relevant details. Please ping me back if any queries. Great job fellas. Looking forward to receiving my calender.
by kruisn
Mon 03 Dec, 2007 05:29
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Who Decides? 2008 Calender
Replies: 5
Views: 678

Cant wait for mine, missed out last year. Will be the best no matter who decides. Thems that does the work does it thems way.
by kruisn
Wed 28 Nov, 2007 05:06
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Opinion needed on me organizing an AUTO X day
Replies: 21
Views: 3284

I would doubt track insurance would be needed, and have never had to get it in the past as the events are driving tests not track events. Only one vehicle is usually on a test at any time. The day is usually good value for those that dont drive as well, they can take part timing or marshalling, and ...
by kruisn
Sun 25 Nov, 2007 19:13
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Have a laugh at this idiot!!
Replies: 42
Views: 5079

OOPS got my finger stuck in the "E" key. Apologies.
by kruisn
Sun 25 Nov, 2007 19:08
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Have a laugh at this idiot!!
Replies: 42
Views: 5079

Its GREAT, that it isnt a beautifull Z that has been - err - modified? ?
Different strokes for different folkes, (that meust mean some folkes are strokers).
by kruisn
Wed 14 Nov, 2007 04:23
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Reservoir Zed
Replies: 16
Views: 2831

[quote="AJ"]Cheers..... I got some issues with finding wheels that look better than these on the Zed. I love the ///M ones....but they won't fit.... and the 18's i've tried make the car look tooo high. quote] I have the same colour and engine size and wheels, DONT get rid of the wheels, th...
by kruisn
Sun 07 Oct, 2007 19:40
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Twins in a Z????
Replies: 4
Views: 648

Great to have you back on the board sweetpea, Havnt heard from you for quite a while. Visit whiteminks in the lounge, when you get a minute.
by kruisn
Fri 28 Sep, 2007 05:54
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 2000 z3 Silver 2.8 roadster
Replies: 7
Views: 1858

Hi, I like that, and its the facelift model. I'm sorry to put it so bluntly but hte thing that I don't like about that car is the wooden dash and gear leaver etc. I don't like it normally and its 10 times worse with that blue! I would go straight on Ebay and get yourself either a black dash and gea...
by kruisn
Thu 06 Sep, 2007 05:16
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: looking great again
Replies: 21
Views: 4593

MAAAAAAGNIFICENT ! ! !
by kruisn
Sun 02 Sep, 2007 20:53
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: new Z4 spy shot?
Replies: 14
Views: 1816

I sincerely hope the door (panel work/damage) and bullet holes are a diguise. They look far to busy! !
by kruisn
Tue 07 Aug, 2007 05:46
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: BMWCC Gaydon 5th August
Replies: 32
Views: 4443

Great Photo's people, a good day - with SUNSHINE you say? ? ?
Its neat to see what goes on in the land of Z.

We will have to come accross in the coming year. Meet some of you and take in a couple of events. If you let colonials in that is.

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