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by gedo
Tue 05 Feb, 2013 19:52
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale: 2006 BMW 535d M-Sport Touring
Replies: 3
Views: 934

Re: For Sale: 2006 BMW 535d M-Sport Touring

That's a lot of car for the money ! I'd consider it but I still have 1 year left on the lease of my Audi A7. Good luck with the sale
by gedo
Sat 02 Feb, 2013 11:31
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)

PCSAM wrote:look for e36 and e46 space savers mate , I'm sure they will fit OK . as standard alloys for them fit the z3
Cheers. Will get on the hunt today. Hope to remove the carrier later today as sun has finally decided to make it's first appearance in 2013 !!
by gedo
Fri 01 Feb, 2013 19:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Spare wheel woes
Replies: 9
Views: 1158

Spare wheel woes

Job for the winter is to tidy up the spare wheel carrier and replace the wheel which has rusted away to nothing. Was wondering if this size wheel is common to other BMW models which might make finding a replacement easier ? Z3 one on Ebay at the moment but £90, inc postage, seems a bit steep - http:...
by gedo
Fri 01 Feb, 2013 19:06
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)

Job for the winter is to tidy up the spare wheel carrier and replace the wheel which has rusted away to nothing. Was wondering if this size wheel is common to other BMW models which might make finding a replacement easier ? Z3 one on Ebay at the moment but £90, inc postage, seems a bit steep - http:...
by gedo
Mon 10 Dec, 2012 18:23
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)

Thanks Tim, I'll take a look at this one... Not been on here for a while due to being very busy at work and more or less finishing all of the work to the car that I had planned for this year. Car is now off the road for the winter and I'm looking for some advice on a trickle charger for the battery ...
by gedo
Sun 09 Dec, 2012 12:37
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)

Not been on here for a while due to being very busy at work and more or less finishing all of the work to the car that I had planned for this year. Car is now off the road for the winter and I'm looking for some advice on a trickle charger for the battery ? What do people recommend for over winter ?
by gedo
Sat 13 Oct, 2012 09:56
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Bespoke center console armrest opportunity.
Replies: 34
Views: 2824

Re: Bespoke center console armrest opportunity.

Me too !! It's the one thing the car is lacking in my opinion
by gedo
Sat 29 Sep, 2012 12:20
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Mini Meet Loch lomond
Replies: 4
Views: 2190

Re: Mini Meet Loch lomond

I'll ty to get along next time.
by gedo
Thu 27 Sep, 2012 19:53
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: UPDATE - FEW BITS LEFT
Replies: 27
Views: 4404

Re: The Z is gone :( left over parts

I'm intrested in the side grills & aerial. PM sent
by gedo
Wed 12 Sep, 2012 11:31
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: having a clear out
Replies: 10
Views: 2024

Re: having a clear out

Do you have a pic or link to the Chome gear knob ?
by gedo
Tue 04 Sep, 2012 07:24
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Is this a real Tonneau???????
Replies: 4
Views: 1245

Re: Is this a real Tonneau???????

That made me look twice ! Thought it was a Z4 at first glance...Anyone seen one in the flesh ??
by gedo
Tue 04 Sep, 2012 07:19
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Sold 2.2 Z3 Sport 52 plate Topaz Blue Sold
Replies: 11
Views: 1381

Re: 2.2 Z3 Sport 52 plate Topaz Blue For Sale now with pics

Looks like a very nice car...love the colour and your interior is cool as well. If someone is in the market for a 2.2 then I'm sure yours ticks all the boxes !

Good luck with the sale :thumb:
by gedo
Sun 02 Sep, 2012 14:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 front side lights
Replies: 22
Views: 3126

Re: Z3 front side lights

I also have a cracked front sidelight so would be interested to see if these fit also...
by gedo
Sun 02 Sep, 2012 14:56
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)

Other than a slight niggle with the Oil Temperature Gauge my Center Console project is now officially completed and I'm happy with the results https://m8fkfq.blu.livefilestore.com/y1p4Igtba5gyaEYefBfYnnvsDDJjanhCREHllkOYR3kdCWWIX0QuvyYRa5kx1YGybewF9wkcneGPIuMkt29cxJ2t442rXjmUDEt/console-done.jpg?psi...
by gedo
Sun 02 Sep, 2012 14:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Leatherz Oil Distribution Block - Help !
Replies: 7
Views: 863

Re: Leatherz Oil Distribution Block - Help !

Here is a picture of the installed block taken from the front of the car -

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by gedo
Sun 02 Sep, 2012 08:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Leatherz Oil Distribution Block - Help !
Replies: 7
Views: 863

Re: Leatherz Oil Distribution Block - Help !

Ah...just found this which shows that the senders does work in both ranges - http://www.egauges.com/vdo_indS.asp?Sen ... PN=323-055

Must be a connection issue, faulty sender or gauge problem.
by gedo
Sun 02 Sep, 2012 08:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Leatherz Oil Distribution Block - Help !
Replies: 7
Views: 863

Re: Leatherz Oil Distribution Block - Help !

Guys, finally got this fitted yesterday. Had to remove the Oil Pressure sender so I could get enough access to tighten up the securing bolt. Will take a picture later to help anyone else installing this unit. Got a new problem now :) I had the senders pre-installed in the US; oil pressure in PSI and...
by gedo
Thu 30 Aug, 2012 19:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Leatherz Oil Distribution Block - Help !
Replies: 7
Views: 863

Re: Leatherz Oil Distribution Block - Help !

Basically I got the block with the senders pre-installed. In this configuration it will be impossible to actually tighten the bolt which holds the block in place without 1st removing the inlet manifold !! I might be able to mount the block running vertically and will check to see if this is possible...
by gedo
Wed 29 Aug, 2012 20:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Leatherz Oil Distribution Block - Help !
Replies: 7
Views: 863

Leatherz Oil Distribution Block - Help !

I'm going to have great difficulty installing this on my car due to the lack of space around the original oil pressure sender. I'm looking for any tips from others who have used the LeatherZ Oil Distribution Block, particularly anyone who has one fitted one to a pre-facelift 2.8
by gedo
Tue 28 Aug, 2012 16:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New shoes for the Zed :o) New Piccies
Replies: 24
Views: 1671

Re: New shoes for the Zed :o)

Look like good wheels for the money. Looking forward to seeing them fitted.
by gedo
Sun 26 Aug, 2012 12:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Project Illuminated Side Vents !
Replies: 11
Views: 1299

Re: Project Illuminated Side Vents !

Nice work. May not be to everyone's taste (including my own) but it sounds like you've got a good little business going there !
by gedo
Fri 24 Aug, 2012 18:38
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

Latest console pics...I've now realised that this would have been a good project for the winter as it has kept me off the road whilst I wait on the bits coming. Still waiting on the Oil Pressure Gauge and Oil Distribution Block which have cleared customs and from the tracking info it looks like I've...
by gedo
Thu 23 Aug, 2012 15:51
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Taxed & SORN Z1's - Vaguely interesting
Replies: 6
Views: 2111

Re: Taxed & SORN Z1's - Vaguely interesting

Cool site...Cheers !
by gedo
Wed 22 Aug, 2012 14:24
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: New daily driver dilema
Replies: 11
Views: 2622

Re: New daily driver dilema

I have an Audi A7 3.0 TDi S-line and would thoroughly recommend it !!

Band E 131-140 CO2 g/km for road tax (£115 per year), 48mpg in Efficient mode and plenty fast in Dynamic mode. Go for the quattro if you want more poke (and higher running costs of course)
by gedo
Sat 18 Aug, 2012 12:19
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

Started to work on the console project whilst I wait on the final bits 'n' bobs arriving (packages on the way from the US & Poland) Removed the console, which is a bit of a 10 day camel ride. Good opportunity to give under there a good clean after 14 years of crumbs and god knows what else https...
by gedo
Fri 17 Aug, 2012 19:04
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: COSMO Strut Brace for Sale (2.8l)
Replies: 2
Views: 439

Re: COSMO Strut Brace for Sale (2.8l)

PM sent
by gedo
Fri 17 Aug, 2012 16:01
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

I wish I could but knowing that they didn't 'work' would eat away at me :D
Southernboy wrote:Use "old switches" even if they don't work... :D
by gedo
Fri 17 Aug, 2012 15:47
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

Anyone got a good source for switch blanking plates ? Will break my heart having to buy these from BMW and they are a bit scarce on Ebay...
by gedo
Fri 17 Aug, 2012 14:22
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

Thanks for that. I plan to remove the std console from the car over the weekend and will report back with my endeavours...
by gedo
Thu 16 Aug, 2012 22:07
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted - Nearside Z3 std door mirror
Replies: 17
Views: 1946

Re: Wanted - Nearside Z3 std door mirror

I wonder if this thread should be moved from Stock Exchange into Z3 Roadster and renamed as a general Mirror repair thread ? Something maybe the Mods can do ?
by gedo
Thu 16 Aug, 2012 22:04
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

I realised when looking on realoem for switch blanks that the gear stick gaitor was a separate part so I've not sourced this yet. I guess when I remove the existing console I'll find out which bits will fit into the M one and which bits won't. I'm sure with a bit of brute force, ignorance and some s...
by gedo
Thu 16 Aug, 2012 19:34
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

Bits have started to arrive for the console conversion... Z3M console - to be wrapped in brushed aluminium effect 3m DI-NOC vinyl. Before wrapping I'm going to grey prime and spray with some leftover Arctic Silver from my mirror repair. This will hopefully help avoid any 'red' peeking through around...
by gedo
Wed 15 Aug, 2012 22:59
Forum: Performance
Topic: OLD vs NEW ASC Switch wiring.
Replies: 1
Views: 1144

Re: OLD vs NEW ASC Switch wiring.

Perfect, will be hitting this hurdle soon with my own console change...Your info should make things a lot easier once I get all of the bits together.
by gedo
Wed 15 Aug, 2012 19:06
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted - Nearside Z3 std door mirror
Replies: 17
Views: 1946

Re: Wanted - Nearside Z3 std door mirror

Repairing Z3 mirrors looks like it could be a good little cottage industry ! Here is a link to a 'home-made' Aluminium melting furnace :)
http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-c ... furnace-s/
If someone makes a mold from a good mirror frame they could make a fortune !
by gedo
Tue 14 Aug, 2012 14:01
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Center console switch panel
Replies: 6
Views: 535

Re: Center console switch panel

Now sorted. Cheers Mike !
Updates for this 'project' will appear soon in my progress thread :)
johnjo wrote:Gedo PM sent
by gedo
Tue 14 Aug, 2012 10:13
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Center console switch panel
Replies: 6
Views: 535

Re: Center console switch panel

Thanks for the reponses so far. I have ordered an Oil Distribution Block from LeatherZ with senders and the VDO Oil Pressure gauge - http://leatherz.com/Merchant5/merchant. ... =Z3_Gauges
by gedo
Mon 13 Aug, 2012 21:00
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Center console switch panel
Replies: 6
Views: 535

Re: Center console switch panel

Cheers for confirming that. So anyone got a spare or unwanted panel laying around ?
Zedonist wrote:Yes a post face lift will fit, I changed mine to 2001 Aluminium console.
by gedo
Mon 13 Aug, 2012 19:46
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Center console switch panel
Replies: 6
Views: 535

Center console switch panel

I'd like to install M-Style dials in my pre-facelist 2.8 so am looking for a center console switch panel (the one with the radio slot, heating dials, etc). An M one would be fantastic but I'm being realistic so any would do as I'm going to look at covering it with something like brushed aluminium or...
by gedo
Mon 13 Aug, 2012 19:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: My experience (or lack of) with INPA, EDIABAS, etc
Replies: 13
Views: 2429

Re: My experience (or lack of) with INPA, EDIABAS, etc

Thanks for the help guys, looks like MS 41.0 for MS 52 is the correct option. Checked the memory and no errors reported so looks like everthing is fine.
by gedo
Mon 13 Aug, 2012 16:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: My experience (or lack of) with INPA, EDIABAS, etc
Replies: 13
Views: 2429

Re: My experience (or lack of) with INPA, EDIABAS, etc

Right, looks like I've got this working. Connected the laptop to the car and when I turn on the ignition the Battery & Ignition indicators go from off to on. I have pressed Shift F9 for older models and from the E36 list I picked Body and got some results back from the Airbag test. I am however ...
by gedo
Mon 13 Aug, 2012 15:45
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

Thanks Brian
by gedo
Mon 13 Aug, 2012 11:59
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Discount deals just for Zroadster members
Replies: 8
Views: 1490

Re: Discount deals just for Zroadster members

Mino,
Here is a picture of them installed on my car. Hope this helps

Image
minohc wrote:Hi, colud I have a picture of the lens(to be sure that they are, I don't want "language mistake", I'm italian and I speak only ltlle english).
Thank you!
Mino
by gedo
Mon 13 Aug, 2012 11:55
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

Had the car at work today as the mobile alarm guy was coming to remove the Clifford alarm. Removal went without a hitch and I got him to install a Toad Central Locking kit as this functionality would be lost with the alarm. Also took the opportuity to replace the rear lights with clear ones bought f...
by gedo
Mon 13 Aug, 2012 11:41
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

Well spotted ! The nut in the picture is indeed a std one. The pic was taken during the final mockup before everything was fitted to the car. The final nut used was one of these : http://www.screwfix.com/p/nylon-lock-nuts-bzp-m8-pack-of-100/58418?_requestid=378923 I now have 99 spare :? Just one qui...
by gedo
Mon 13 Aug, 2012 11:16
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

Brian, your pictures look great and no traffic which is a bonus. Lots of other selfish people in bikes and cars on the road at the weekend trying to spoil it for me :) I had to detour through Killin on the way home as there had been a bike crash on the road down from Glen Ogle to Lochearnhead. Must ...
by gedo
Sun 12 Aug, 2012 17:05
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: making the most of the sun
Replies: 5
Views: 1703

Re: making the most of the sun

Your interior, exterior and wheel combination is excellent. Suit the roadster image down to the ground .
by gedo
Sun 12 Aug, 2012 16:57
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread (Pic heavy)
Replies: 50
Views: 360436

Re: Gedo's Z3 Progress Thread

Just back from a weekend in Skye and the mirror was perfect so it's officially been 'fixed' ! Well chuffed as this has saved me some cash and hopefully will inspire a few more repairs by other Z'ders. Weather up here was fantastic...we did a total of 450 roof-down miles over 2 days and the car didn'...
by gedo
Fri 10 Aug, 2012 18:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: My experience (or lack of) with INPA, EDIABAS, etc
Replies: 13
Views: 2429

Re: My experience (or lack of) with INPA, EDIABAS, etc

Thanks guys... Probably won't get a chance to try this until after my weekend road trip to Skye. Weather up here is fantastic so can't wait to get the roof down and enjoy some of the best scenery in the world !
by gedo
Fri 10 Aug, 2012 07:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: My experience (or lack of) with INPA, EDIABAS, etc
Replies: 13
Views: 2429

Re: My experience (or lack of) with INPA, EDIABAS, etc

Thanks Paul, I thought it might have been the one on the drivers side. PM on its way ! Hi I recently got a cable and the dude sent me v detailed instructions in a PDF, some broken English, but the installation went through for in pa without a hitch. I can see if all links still work and email if you...