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by Southernboy
Sat 12 May, 2012 14:51
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted: Black Roll Hoops, Turrets, and Mounting Brackets
Replies: 9
Views: 805

Re: Wanted: Black Roll Hoops, Turrets, and Mounting Brackets

Roll hoops....have you checked on the stock exchange....I recall someone selling a pair a couple of weeks back, maybe earlier?? Also, some on eBay _ USA for $ 30 a piece
by Southernboy
Sat 12 May, 2012 12:50
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted
Replies: 4
Views: 327

Re: Wanted

Apologies...its "lotocone" who is breaking a Zed
by Southernboy
Sat 12 May, 2012 12:49
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted
Replies: 4
Views: 327

Re: Wanted

If you check through the latest posts and or "Stock Exchange" I note that Z3 Steve is breaking a zed...PM him and ask if he has a window mech...
by Southernboy
Sat 12 May, 2012 12:38
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Window Adjustment
Replies: 5
Views: 976

Re: Window Adjustment

There are quite a few for sale on eBay. (USA) They're not too expensive. But first put a "WANTED" on here...some of the guys may be able to help you quickly.. Good luck
Barry
by Southernboy
Sat 12 May, 2012 12:31
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Window Adjustment
Replies: 5
Views: 976

Re: Window Adjustment

You separate the glass by removing the 1/4 light window, and then if you raise the main window to roughly 4 or 5 inches above the sill, you will see in the door aperture the metal slides that hold the nylon bushes and lock into the main window lateral channels.. Push the window horizontally all the ...
by Southernboy
Fri 11 May, 2012 14:26
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: WANTED Trailing arm, right rear Z3M
Replies: 6
Views: 1569

Re: WANTED Trailing arm, right rear Z3M

I recently posted a topic on "stock exchange" regarding Meyle parts. Check it out...some of the guys on the forum know about Meyle and who in the UK is the outlet for their parts. Meyle in Germany manufacture for BMW. They have the trailing arms you need at about a third of the price from ...
by Southernboy
Fri 11 May, 2012 14:16
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: BMW OEM MESH WIND DEFLECTOR FOR SALE ON EBAY
Replies: 14
Views: 1564

Re: BMW OEM MESH WIND DEFLECTOR FOR SALE ON EBAY

There's a whole bunch on eBay at the moment..some at £65, and some at £150......go figure! My problem is that being stuck out here in the ex colonies, I often have the "master races" refusing to ship out here, so I get lumbered with hefty shipping costs, and I have to grovel to get them to...
by Southernboy
Fri 11 May, 2012 13:43
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Differential
Replies: 0
Views: 170

Differential

A fully rebuilt 4:10 50% LSD diff for sale on eBay $1495.00 Blanton built. Built especially for performance / track....Anybody building a Z3 for racing should look at this... Seller's name is "aardvarc" He has some pretty cool stuff in his store too.
by Southernboy
Fri 11 May, 2012 10:23
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: S54 2001 Z3 M Roadster for sale
Replies: 13
Views: 1550

Re: S54 2001 Z3 M Roadster for sale

I'd be happy to take it off you for that money!!! Do you want to take a drive to Johannesburg in it.... :D
by Southernboy
Fri 11 May, 2012 10:16
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Window Adjustment
Replies: 5
Views: 976

Re: Window Adjustment

Have a look at the angle of the side guides..if these are mis-alligned...it will go up/down at the wrong angle. The 1/4 light front triangular window has 3 bolts. 2 are behind the door card at the top, and one is under the door. (all size 10 spanner) The other guide at the door lock end has only 2 b...
by Southernboy
Fri 11 May, 2012 05:31
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: BMW OEM MESH WIND DEFLECTOR FOR SALE ON EBAY
Replies: 14
Views: 1564

Re: BMW OEM MESH WIND DEFLECTOR FOR SALE ON EBAY

In really good condition...£.75.00 But, you have to be patient, and watch eBay... I reckon some sellers have their mates bidding and the price can get stupid...£200 ish..
by Southernboy
Thu 10 May, 2012 13:18
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Zedfest..cleaning the Zed?
Replies: 11
Views: 1342

Re: Zedfest..cleaning the Zed?

Glad to hear our water infrastructure isn't the only system that leaks.....Still, what do you pay for a carwash? I was referring to a hand-wash for £5.00. I'm not a fan of the jet-wash or the rollers...
by Southernboy
Thu 10 May, 2012 12:43
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Zedfest..cleaning the Zed?
Replies: 11
Views: 1342

Re: Zedfest..cleaning the Zed?

I really feel for you guys! I guess we take it forgranted that water is always available here. I don't suppose it'll last forever...the planet is drying up a tad. But seriously, I can't imagine not taking a drive to the carwash on a sunday morning and for £5 and a £1.50 tip to the cleaners, I get a ...
by Southernboy
Wed 09 May, 2012 19:06
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: advice please
Replies: 3
Views: 298

Re: advice please

I would imagine the part number should be available on one of the OEM sites.... Check it out, and perhaps even ask Coopers.... You might save yourself a few bob in shipping cost.
by Southernboy
Wed 09 May, 2012 10:08
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: BMW OEM MESH WIND DEFLECTOR FOR SALE ON EBAY
Replies: 14
Views: 1564

Re: BMW OEM MESH WIND DEFLECTOR FOR SALE ON EBAY

Yes but........I also have a shipping cost to include!!! However, it was "as new"......and indeed it was. :D
by Southernboy
Wed 09 May, 2012 07:04
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: BMW OEM MESH WIND DEFLECTOR FOR SALE ON EBAY
Replies: 14
Views: 1564

Re: BMW OEM MESH WIND DEFLECTOR FOR SALE ON EBAY

:head: Just paid £75 for one!! Good luck with your auction!! You shoul've put it up to the guys on the forum first.......... :)
by Southernboy
Wed 09 May, 2012 07:01
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: WANTED Trailing arm, right rear Z3M
Replies: 6
Views: 1569

Re: WANTED Trailing arm, right rear Z3M

Check out eBay - USA - There are a few on there for around $100 - 200. Search under BMW Z3 M
by Southernboy
Tue 08 May, 2012 14:19
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: REAR MUD FLAPS
Replies: 16
Views: 1090

Re: REAR MUD FLAPS

Yes, them. They dont appear as if they will accommodate the curve of the "skirt" which runs along the body. But as you say, it tapers to nothing, so I amy be mistaken.
by Southernboy
Tue 08 May, 2012 13:54
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: REAR MUD FLAPS
Replies: 16
Views: 1090

Re: REAR MUD FLAPS

Rob, those are the rear ones. I was refering to the fronts he has advertised... I f you check out his "otheer items" he has a set of fronts listed. They are the quesyionable looking set.
by Southernboy
Tue 08 May, 2012 12:48
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: REAR MUD FLAPS
Replies: 16
Views: 1090

Re: REAR MUD FLAPS

Take a look at these on eBay (US) - the seller is "peschenberg" They sure don't look as if they're moulded to go around the shape at the front???
by Southernboy
Tue 08 May, 2012 12:17
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: REAR MUD FLAPS
Replies: 16
Views: 1090

Re: REAR MUD FLAPS

My mistake.... the ones on eBay are for the M Coupe....
by Southernboy
Tue 08 May, 2012 11:52
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: REAR MUD FLAPS
Replies: 16
Views: 1090

Re: REAR MUD FLAPS

There's a set of fronts for the M on eBay at the moment, and they dont look as if they will fit around the skirt which runs along the bottom of the non M's. Maybe it was just the angle of the photo.
by Southernboy
Tue 08 May, 2012 11:10
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: REAR MUD FLAPS
Replies: 16
Views: 1090

Re: REAR MUD FLAPS

Front flaps are still available from BMW......They only ever carried part# 82169405191 which is the front pair. These will fit all models except M roadsters. All the others have the same bodyline with the skirt profile.
Coopers have them in stock at a good price.
by Southernboy
Tue 08 May, 2012 07:40
Forum: Computer help
Topic: Is this genuine?
Replies: 6
Views: 5497

Re: Is this genuine?

I wouldn't go to the suggested site!!! That could well be part of the scam. I would do the usual login and reset the password there. I get emails from banks that I don't bank with and those I do...all suggesting that an attempt has been made etc etc...It's a scam. Whenever an actual attempt takes pl...
by Southernboy
Mon 07 May, 2012 18:09
Forum: Performance
Topic: Nitrogen
Replies: 23
Views: 3010

Re: Nitrogen

Nitrogen is standard issue here when buying a new set of tyres. Seems that it doesn't contain water condensate which seems is better for your tyres - from the inside - Also, it doesn't heat up like standard air and expand in the same manner. That means your tyre pressures are relatively constant...
by Southernboy
Mon 07 May, 2012 16:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: setting mileage on clock cluster
Replies: 17
Views: 2790

Re: setting mileage on clock cluster

You can buy a set of new "faces " for the dials... You then need to overlay them on the existing faces, your "mileage reading" will still be in Kms though....
by Southernboy
Mon 07 May, 2012 12:22
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Replacing the rear window
Replies: 3
Views: 743

Re: Replacing the rear window

Thanks mate. That was a huge plus! Very grateful.
Barry
by Southernboy
Mon 07 May, 2012 11:44
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: REAR MUD FLAPS
Replies: 16
Views: 1090

Re: REAR MUD FLAPS

Sounds promising!! If you can check them against a 2.0 , 2.2, 2,8 and see if the fit is good...then we're on our way !!!
by Southernboy
Mon 07 May, 2012 11:36
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Replacing the rear window
Replies: 3
Views: 743

Replacing the rear window

I have looked on the Z3 Knowledge base, and come up empty. Anyone who has replaced the rear window - zipper type - that can add any subtleties to the procedure ??? I will welcome all advice.. :lol:
Barry
by Southernboy
Mon 07 May, 2012 11:27
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: Another car, another club
Replies: 7
Views: 1323

Re: Another car, another club

Welcome to the "nut-house"...you've just joined the best BMW Z Forum in the world........
Nice car....!!!!
by Southernboy
Mon 07 May, 2012 08:44
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: REAR MUD FLAPS
Replies: 16
Views: 1090

REAR MUD FLAPS

I am in discussion with a rubber products manufacturer here to copy the rear mud flaps for the Z3. 2.8 Pre- 1998... Before I go ahead, I would like to get an indication as to anyone that may be interested in a set. If I can get an idea of numbers, it will go a long way towards making a valid decisio...
by Southernboy
Sun 06 May, 2012 17:34
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Mud flaps
Replies: 17
Views: 831

Re: Mud flaps

I suggested to Wildeboy that if he garages his car next winter, he should send one rear flap out here, and I'll have a proper mold made, they can mirror it for the opposite side, and have a few dozen sets knocked out and put 'em on the forum at cost for anyone who wants a "genuine" knock-o...
by Southernboy
Sun 06 May, 2012 14:29
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Mud flaps
Replies: 17
Views: 831

Re: Mud flaps

Since they are no longer available, I think I might make the effort to make a mold, and have a local rubber manf make up a set for the rear.
by Southernboy
Sun 06 May, 2012 10:56
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Mud flaps
Replies: 17
Views: 831

Re: Mud flaps

Thanks and chat again sometime..
by Southernboy
Sat 05 May, 2012 17:44
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Mud flaps
Replies: 17
Views: 831

Re: Mud flaps

I found these part numbers.....the spec say its for the Z3 1.9 Roadster...but the fitting instructions also included the 2.8 ??
Front 82169405191
Rear .............192.
by Southernboy
Sat 05 May, 2012 16:58
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Mud flaps
Replies: 17
Views: 831

Re: Mud flaps

Any chance you can check for a part number on the rear ones. I'm pretty sure it'll be one final digit for left and the next digit for right. I'll try the local BMW agents, and maybe get lucky...
Thanks
Barry
by Southernboy
Sat 05 May, 2012 16:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Phase sensor error
Replies: 3
Views: 421

Re: Phase sensor error

I think it's the one that also does the Salsa as it passes by the Cat :lol:
by Southernboy
Sat 05 May, 2012 16:53
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Mud flaps
Replies: 17
Views: 831

Re: Mud flaps

Damn!!! :head: :head:
by Southernboy
Sat 05 May, 2012 15:29
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Mud flaps
Replies: 17
Views: 831

Re: Mud flaps

Yes..very!!!! I'll take 'em off you if you like!!!!1 :D
by Southernboy
Sat 05 May, 2012 10:49
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Mud flaps
Replies: 17
Views: 831

Re: Mud flaps

Thanks Tim....I'll give 'em a try.
Barry
by Southernboy
Sat 05 May, 2012 10:27
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Mud flaps
Replies: 17
Views: 831

Mud flaps

Anyone that can/will refer me to a good source of mud flaps ???? Or, if you have a set for sale........ :D
by Southernboy
Fri 04 May, 2012 08:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: More Z3 storage
Replies: 27
Views: 1978

Re: More Z3 storage

I think he just found the memory card which had fallen down the side of the seat.... :shock:
by Southernboy
Thu 03 May, 2012 15:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: setting mileage on clock cluster
Replies: 17
Views: 2790

Re: setting mileage on clock cluster

Did you get sorted with the relevant pages?? If not, PM me your email addy and I'll send them to you.
by Southernboy
Thu 03 May, 2012 09:34
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: LookinFoolish Progress Thread
Replies: 20
Views: 5664

Re: LookinFoolish Progress Thread

We don't get that product out here, so I can't say anything about it. The Autoglym has a very fine grit in it, which at first I thought might not be a great idea, but after reading the instructions, which say...apply without heavy rubbing, and leave for a few minutes, and wipe off....it sounded like...
by Southernboy
Thu 03 May, 2012 09:23
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: LookinFoolish Progress Thread
Replies: 20
Views: 5664

Re: LookinFoolish Progress Thread

The best leather cleaner I have come across is Autoglym......anyone else tried it??
by Southernboy
Thu 03 May, 2012 09:19
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Gazzas 'M', make over progress
Replies: 74
Views: 8922

Re: Gazzas 'M', make over progress

I really hate logging in here!!!!!!1 I went and had a look at my paintwork..and yes.....now I really think a full paint overhaul is on the menu........Must add...Your car looks absolutely yummeth!!!!
by Southernboy
Wed 02 May, 2012 12:11
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Gazzas 'M', make over progress
Replies: 74
Views: 8922

Re: Gazzas 'M', make over progress

What's the paint / body job costing you over there?? I must say, I'm really impressed..colour is stunning!!
by Southernboy
Wed 02 May, 2012 08:34
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: Hi every Z3 owner i am new
Replies: 3
Views: 972

Re: Hi every Z3 owner i am new

2.8..........or an z3 M if you can go the money....... 1.9's are good if they are supercharged...but if you want instant fun....2.8 or M...... :D
by Southernboy
Wed 02 May, 2012 08:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: setting mileage on clock cluster
Replies: 17
Views: 2790

Re: setting mileage on clock cluster

If you have access to a workshop manual - Bentleys, you will find a detailed description on "re-setting the mileage".... If you go to page 841, at the bottom the article begins, and goes to page 842. The mileage info on your car is stored in 2 places...Something called an EEPROM..in the ac...
by Southernboy
Wed 02 May, 2012 05:59
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Meyle
Replies: 4
Views: 653

Re: Meyle

I called Incomex, the local retailer for Meyle products, and have decided to go with the OEM rear wishbone bushe replacements. They are only £16.00 for the pair including 14% VAT... a 10 mile drive.. :D and since the autumn / winter here in the south has reduced the temp to a "cool" 24.C, ...