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I have put CD into my DVD player and it works OK through the TV, found this info under properties, type= CDFS ??????

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Yes, + a new brand to me SKC - CD R but that does not work either, funny that it happens with Roxio as well. could it be my hard drive or even the version of M Player, perhaps a re install would work?

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Yep, all legal and paid for

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Suddenly I am having problems with media player 11, having upgraded from version 10, I cannot copy or make audio CD, they play in random order on PC but will not play on CD player, no track info shows at all, I then tried the Roxio disc copier but while this ripped and burned as per normal the finis...

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I cant get a good finish either, so unless you want to spend hours on them, all I do is to apply 1 touch of paint and 1 touch of clear varnish this seals the damaged area so further deterioration is stopped, then eventually take it to the painter and get the lot done professionally, you could fit a ...

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briguy wrote:While removing and greasing wheel nuts discovered that the fitting for the locking wheel nuts is slipping on all wheels, has anyone any helpful hints on how to remove the locking wheel nuts, Thanx Briguy

Do you mean it is slipping over the Nut??

mich

Get a scarf, hat and turn the heater on! a bit of rain isnt noticeable above 50 anyway it gos straight over! Yep, totally agree, a good ‘go faster cap’ [back closed in] a nice white scarf wrapped around your neck, heater full blast, you can go all day and stay nice and warm. Just one thing, if you ...

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Thanks dave and pingu, have saved doco, both links lead to same site, so it must be good :) . Felt a fool when I couldn't open the flap at the gas station, of course with the 6CD unit fitted in the boot the manual release was covered, got home and removed the CD unit pulled the green tab which was n...

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Can anyone help with a wiring diagram for a 2002 Z3 3.0L, specifically to show Fuel Filler Flap feed and fuse, Thanks,

could not find in Z3 product range or with a search

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greg_ch wrote:It depends on demand but you should have one in 3 months. Yes the current Z4's is produced in Spartenburg USA. The new Z4 will be produced in Germany.

Wow

That is one in the eye for China

mich

I am sure that I have read somewhere that 100,000 miles is an expected interval for Plug change, it would of course depend on which plugs are fitted! if original plugs I would aim for 100,000mls.

mich

Hi SpunkyM
Yes, being down under I was forgetting contamination etc, and I suppose it builds up over time, at least that is one expense that I do not have.

mich

Unless you are a perfectionist why would you want to polish a clear coat of lacquer assuming that it is in good condition? [If you are down to the basic paint then that would be different]
otherwise a wax should be all that is needed providing that it is applied frequently

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mich

I didn’t know Z3’s came out with cruise control!! The worst cruise control I have is the missus. And that is total control

mich

I was under the impression that the towel came free with the hard top but you had to obtain, and pay, if you purchase hard top as an extra latter on.

mich

OK, I am guilty as well, is it curable??

mich

Thanks for the input, They are expensive see http://techreport.com/articles.x/13163 I am in for a new desk top but will stick with the normal HD

mich

I read some where recently that the days of the Mechanical Hard Drive were over, but have been unable to re locate the article, has any one seen this or offer any further info? Thanks

mich

I had the same problem,all I did was to place knot a at the end of the sting and thread it through the spring making a loop then clamp the loop with two small tie wraps.Mine has been ok since.Do this with the top down. I too had this happen 3 yrs ago, did the same fix [connect to spring] has been O...

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Gday srvz3, A cutting compound certainly removes some paint, it does this to get rid of imperfections and give a smooth even finish, some polishes may also do this. But a liquid wax is simply a coat laid on top of the paint for protection and of course to give a nice shine so any imperfections rema...

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Gday srvz3, My problem with clay is this: it claims to: “Clay Kit. Our non-abrasive clay bar safely, easily, and instantly removes paint over spray, fallout, environmental contaminants and more, making waxing easier and more durable.” now if it is non-abrasive what method does it use?? Is it chemic...

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Sure, but this will happen what ever you use, You spend heaps getting a near perfect finish, then after say 4-5 days motoring you have all the gunk etc back on the top, a good tough wax will help protect, but nothing will prevent it.

mich

Hmmmm Actually a rag top on the Z3 fitted with a lining is very cosy and water proof, I think you are getting soft in your old age lol.

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Srvz3 How does oxidation build up on a clear lacquer??

mich

Me too, but only 9, as I am not keen on Black

mich

Hard top??? Then why a roadster??

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I really am confused or, I am missing something, why on earth would you fit one of these if there is no improvement in reception. It is short and fat and looks terrible compared to the long, slender, strong original which I would suspect performs better.

mich

I agree with 321 bhp, all I use is Meguires Gold Class Liquid Wax @ NZ 25.00 and will do at least 6 polishes,

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Regards to Wolfgang

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Have a look in the Owners Handbook, which is full of interesting information, including this one. You don't have one? Go and buy one - you won't regret it. :D Ha Ha, You made my day Mike, :D I wonder at times why manufactures bother with Owners Handbooks, :D it is amazing what you can find in them ...

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A couple of other problems that could be encountered: Check that both footwell speakers work, having said that it is easy to fix if you have a faulty relay. Inlet Camshaft sensors were a bit temperamental, just make sure that it keeps idling when coming to a stop and takes away smoothly. A noisy Dif...

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tom_deas, I am not going to dampen your enthusiasm but believe me “the more you know the more you realise that you don’t know” and this applies to most things in life, also replacing a head gasket without finding out what caused it’s failure is pointless, ask your local mechanic, I was in the trade...

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[quote="tom_deas"]id obv DIY for everything up to and including an engine rebuild quote]

At 19? where has your experience come from

, still there is nothing like the confidence of youth, the best of luck

mich

If the plastic is scratched you will not get rid them by polishing, you would actually have to reduce the surface of the plastic down to the same level as the lowest part of the scratch, depending on how deep the scratches are the likelihood of doing this is just about zero.

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BonBon A stupid question but, you obviously did both sides of the window

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Are those 'stick on' stone protectors on the rear guards?? [yellow M]

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Hi Mrs Mozart, can we call you Constanze? How is Amadeus?

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Well it sure does point that way if you and MikeR have had the same experience, thanks

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MikeR, The actual operation is quite and smooth, just that final 5mm that ends in a clunk, but thanks all the same

mich

Just very suddenly the LH window mechanism has developed a very loud and solid clunk when reaching the closed position, the rest of the operation is as smooth as, does the mechanism have a rubber or plastic covered stop ?? If so, it sounds as if this could have come adrift, has any one had this happ...

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Well done, did you catch the little dos

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Would those of you who have invested in strutt braces say that it increase or decreases scuttle shake/chassis vibration? I can honestly say, on mine, there was a slight reduction in shakes but remember the Z suspension is hard anyway so you will always get a few rattles etc, but the improvement in ...

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After three days in Singapore, my wife and I arrived in Christchurch, New Zealand, yesterday after our second overnight flight in five days. I saw only one Z4 in Singapore, but as soon as I left the hotel this morning I saw an immaculate bright red Z3 2.8 coming towards us. Welcome and I hope you e...

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Just waiting for our antipodean friends to pipe up now :roll. Well I'll be there next week for a five week tour of New Zealand and Australia 8-) hopfully I'll come back to some Z weather. Who do you mean :shock: I have just popped out of the refrigerator, for a leak, Steve, most of NZ is now in dro...

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whiteminks wrote: It is forecast rain and snow over the next few days............ |

Rain?? what's that?? if only we had some

hard parched ground, too hot at night, even have to have the Z hood up and the air conditioner going flat stick, never though I would drive with the hood up when the sun shines.

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i continued to question the reason why a german car company who are renowned for supreme effiecency would let americans build a car. :roll: It makes you wonder :? must be down to money in the end, how many more can you think of that have done similar ? Jaguar and MG spring immediately to mind. :win...

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Z3M Jason wrote:Hi all,
Also does anyone know whether or not you can buy oil filters with built in magnet to collect stray filings etc......

Any advice welcomed please!!

Thanks in advance!
Jason

Try a magnetic sump plug, much safer,

mich

OK, OK, I know when to call it a day, I am in a minority of one, but remember most of the brilliant minds in history were also in a minority, so I don’t feel too bad.

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Are you a little Grumpy this morning Mich? :) This morning?? what do you mean, I am always grumpy it comes with age “GOMS” Grumpy old man syndrome. To continue ::::: Some of us do use our first or Christian name but what ever name you choose actual or user, that is the one that should be used by ot...

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I have noticed a growing trend over the last 12mths or so, of posters using the real name of someone instead of the user name when they reply to a posting, why?? Is it meant to show that you are one of the boy’s/girls and know a lot of the members personally??[ Egotistical ] Surly the whole point of...

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