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by z3steve
Tue 11 Oct, 2011 17:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rear shock removal
Replies: 4
Views: 395

Rear shock removal

Hi all - quick question hopefully, is the access to the bolts on the top of the rear shocks through the boot ie remove the carpet etc?

Cheers,

Steve
by z3steve
Mon 10 Oct, 2011 16:38
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: v belt - little cracks!
Replies: 5
Views: 784

Excuse my ignorance but what and where is the 'v' belt????

Steve
by z3steve
Wed 05 Oct, 2011 21:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Lowering springs help!
Replies: 2
Views: 236

Ragtop wrote:This may be of help Steve.

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showth ... adid=16582
Thats the one I saw.........thank you 8-)

Steve
by z3steve
Wed 05 Oct, 2011 21:07
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Lowering springs help!
Replies: 2
Views: 236

Lowering springs help!

Evening all, does anyone know of a good write up (with pics) on how to change the springs on the Z3 - I'm sure I saw one on here recently but I can't find it. Thank you!

Steve
by z3steve
Wed 31 Aug, 2011 17:54
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Water Drip from middle of car!
Replies: 5
Views: 2068

Have you had the aircon on? I know it drips water when its running. Just a thought!!

Steve
by z3steve
Tue 23 Aug, 2011 20:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front tyre wear on 18" wheels
Replies: 6
Views: 377

Funnily enough I've got the same size tyres (225/40 18) and also the Style 32's, I've never had a problem...........
by z3steve
Sun 07 Aug, 2011 12:47
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Homemade stainless Quad exhaust 3.0i
Replies: 12
Views: 2043

Very nice, job well done by the looks of it! :thumb:
by z3steve
Thu 21 Jul, 2011 16:37
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front Splitters/Flippers for Facelift 1.9 Bumper
Replies: 38
Views: 1915

markrnorton wrote:Ahem, yes quality is not... well you get what you pay for.

mine are cracked and chipped, so need filling and the prime and paint.

but they were only a tenner

plus mine aren't going on a Z now !
Yes mine are the same - not cracked though....as you say you get what you pay for!

Steve
by z3steve
Thu 21 Jul, 2011 13:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front Splitters/Flippers for Facelift 1.9 Bumper
Replies: 38
Views: 1915

Got mine too....All I can say is prepare for some hard work!

Steve
by z3steve
Wed 20 Jul, 2011 22:55
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Laptop for sale
Replies: 22
Views: 1962

"TT, when I log onto this site, I do not expect to read a post from someone in Ireland trying to flog a laptop."

You have a choice in whether to read a topic or not, I often skip topics because I have no interest or have no valuable input to the poster....

Steve
by z3steve
Sun 17 Jul, 2011 18:19
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Spare Z3 bits for sale
Replies: 5
Views: 762

PM sent!
by z3steve
Fri 15 Jul, 2011 10:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front Splitters/Flippers for Facelift 1.9 Bumper
Replies: 38
Views: 1915

Z3cade wrote:i'll post up some pics when there on Tim.. im sure they'll need miner modification but at that price be worth getting the jig saw n sand paper out... me like a challenge ;-)
there either gunna be great or..... shite
we'll see..... ;-)''
Couldn't have put it better myself.......lol

Steve
by z3steve
Thu 14 Jul, 2011 19:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front Splitters/Flippers for Facelift 1.9 Bumper
Replies: 38
Views: 1915

Tim, trust me they won't be going on if they don't look right!!

Steve
by z3steve
Thu 14 Jul, 2011 16:38
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front Splitters/Flippers for Facelift 1.9 Bumper
Replies: 38
Views: 1915

ive just ordered a set of universal splitters off ebay... maybe worth ago at only £13!! may need slight modification but worth the challenge ;-) Any linky? :lol: Tim. Yep :wink: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Universal-Corner-Splitters-/280699405287?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item415afd03...
by z3steve
Thu 07 Jul, 2011 21:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: CD Changer
Replies: 20
Views: 1105

Badman gee wrote:steve,

we all learn something new everyday.

:)

mark
:cheers

Steve
by z3steve
Thu 07 Jul, 2011 21:27
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: CD Changer
Replies: 20
Views: 1105

Haha show me now when I've spent all day down loading (or is it uploading?!?) to my current memory stick which is about four times as big!

But, I'm chuffed to bits with what I've got, not sure why I didn't think of USB before! You lot must think I'm a right numpty :fade

Thanks again, Steve
by z3steve
Thu 07 Jul, 2011 13:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tyre suppliers
Replies: 7
Views: 941

Same experience as the above, used them a few times and never had a problem. Good prices too, they get my vote!

Steve
by z3steve
Thu 07 Jul, 2011 11:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: CD Changer
Replies: 20
Views: 1105

So far getting on just fine with Media Player........but thanks for the suggestions and comments! Its not that difficult after all :)
by z3steve
Thu 07 Jul, 2011 10:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: CD Changer
Replies: 20
Views: 1105

Brilliant, thanks Gaz :o
by z3steve
Thu 07 Jul, 2011 09:17
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: CD Changer
Replies: 20
Views: 1105

Thanks Mark,

I know what I'll be doing on my day off today then.........

Cheers,

Steve
by z3steve
Thu 07 Jul, 2011 07:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: CD Changer
Replies: 20
Views: 1105

Well all sorted! Found a USB 2gb stick in the drawer, loaded it with all the music on my PC (about 100 songs) which was very easy to do - even for me! So thanks for all your help, I can now delete the cd changers on Ebay I was watching! One question though, how do I burn songs from a cd onto my pc? ...
by z3steve
Wed 06 Jul, 2011 23:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: CD Changer
Replies: 20
Views: 1105

Hey Mac, thanks for your very prompt reply!! I'm not very tech savvy, but yes it does have the aux connection on the front but I don't even own an MP3 player.......but now you have mentioned it it might well be a cheaper option to buy one and learn how to use it!!!!! I think it is a usb port, so def...
by z3steve
Wed 06 Jul, 2011 22:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: CD Changer
Replies: 20
Views: 1105

CD Changer

Hi all, I'm looking to install a CD Changer to my zed. I currently have a mid range (new) Pioneer head unit and I don't think that there has been a changer installed previously. I would like to know what I need to get in addition to a changer - brackets or cables etc. Are there fixing points in the ...
by z3steve
Mon 27 Jun, 2011 16:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Engine temps in hot weather
Replies: 37
Views: 3533

I'd be interested to know the answer to this too.....
by z3steve
Fri 24 Jun, 2011 17:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Who has the highest and lowest mileage!
Replies: 56
Views: 5801

jont wrote:In Klms 255000 which = 159375 Miles not bad

:squeeze: :squeeze: :squeeze: :squeeze: :squeeze:
How bizarre, mine reads 159381 at this moment in time.......

I would imagine that most if not all your miles are with the top down tho, unlike mine!!

Steve
by z3steve
Fri 24 Jun, 2011 17:28
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Interior Mirror
Replies: 11
Views: 1063

Ah I see! You learn something new every day lol... :rtm:

Steve
by z3steve
Fri 24 Jun, 2011 16:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Interior Mirror
Replies: 11
Views: 1063

What does the mirror have to do with central locking? :?

Steve
by z3steve
Wed 22 Jun, 2011 07:31
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Who is the oldest Zedder.........
Replies: 74
Views: 7833

Third youngest so far at '79..... :)

Steve
by z3steve
Mon 20 Jun, 2011 18:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Who has the highest and lowest mileage!
Replies: 56
Views: 5801

pingu wrote:
simonbud100 wrote:But I was driving a vehicle today 2006 (06), just turned 2 million km's, or 1.3 million miles on its original engine and box :shock:
Details please. I reckon it was a ship :?:

104,000 miles for me.
Spaceship?
by z3steve
Mon 20 Jun, 2011 14:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Who has the highest and lowest mileage!
Replies: 56
Views: 5801

MickJ wrote:Born August 1998, 29500 on clock.

(Old MoT's make interesting reading 1 year it only did 195 miles between tests and more like that)
Wow, mine is more like 10,000 between MOTs!!

29500 is going to take some beating me thinks.......

Steve
by z3steve
Mon 20 Jun, 2011 12:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Who has the highest and lowest mileage!
Replies: 56
Views: 5801

Who has the highest and lowest mileage!

Well following from the topic 'Young and old' I thought we could find out who has the most and least miles on their Z3.

I suppose I'll start it off then.....

Built July '99; 159k miles...

Steve
by z3steve
Wed 15 Jun, 2011 20:24
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 Production numbers & colours
Replies: 5
Views: 4379

I remember now, it was from a web page that an american couple had produced coz they had a Z3. I remember it because not only did it show the different colours sold, also had the interior colour options - I remember thinking my colour combo there were only x amount sold......I'll be buggered if I ca...
by z3steve
Tue 14 Jun, 2011 17:37
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 Production numbers & colours
Replies: 5
Views: 4379

Might be the first one but can't find it. There was a page which showed how many were produced in each colour?
by z3steve
Tue 14 Jun, 2011 17:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 Production numbers & colours
Replies: 5
Views: 4379

Z3 Production numbers & colours

A little while ago there was posted a spreadsheet type page showing what numbers of the different colors of z3 were produced. Anyone know where I can find it?

Cheers, Steve
by z3steve
Mon 13 Jun, 2011 21:01
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Young and old
Replies: 34
Views: 3089

July '99!

Has there been a thread on the highest mileage?
by z3steve
Mon 13 Jun, 2011 19:47
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rear quarter panel
Replies: 3
Views: 2032

Wow thanks Frank, who needs a garage if you've got instructions like that??!! :rtm:

Cheers, Steve
by z3steve
Mon 13 Jun, 2011 19:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rear quarter panel
Replies: 3
Views: 2032

Rear quarter panel

Has anyone done a diy replacement or removal of the rear quarter panel? Mine has a dent and I've been fortunate enough to get one on Ebay in good condition and the same colour :) Just want to know what it involves so I've got a bit of knowledge on how to replace it. Thank you!

Steve
by z3steve
Mon 13 Jun, 2011 10:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Gear and handbrake gaiter
Replies: 8
Views: 393

I suppose I should also ask how easy they are to fit?
by z3steve
Mon 13 Jun, 2011 10:48
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Gear and handbrake gaiter
Replies: 8
Views: 393

Ahh, i see. I'll email the seller just to make sure they have the right one then. Thanks again!
by z3steve
Mon 13 Jun, 2011 10:38
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Gear and handbrake gaiter
Replies: 8
Views: 393

Cheers Gaz, what do you mean by two different types?
by z3steve
Mon 13 Jun, 2011 10:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Gear and handbrake gaiter
Replies: 8
Views: 393

Gear and handbrake gaiter

Mornin' all, I'm guessing someone on here must have replaced their gaiters on the handbrake and gear stick before. I'm looking to replace mine as the colour is getting faded in certain areas, I've seen the ones on Ebay (seller id is topgaiters) - has anyone bought from these guys and were they good ...
by z3steve
Wed 01 Jun, 2011 21:37
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Headlight adjustment
Replies: 2
Views: 210

Ooooh thank you myredzed, just what I was hoping for!
by z3steve
Wed 01 Jun, 2011 20:11
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Headlight adjustment
Replies: 2
Views: 210

Headlight adjustment

Evening all! A while back I resprayed the front bumper which entailed removing the headlights. Now I'm not sure if the headlights are set at the correct 'level' or not! MOT isn't due 'til the end of the year but would like to make sure I'm not dazzling the motorists coming the other way. Is there an...
by z3steve
Thu 19 May, 2011 17:14
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: my latest addition - bmw swarovski steering wheel badge
Replies: 14
Views: 2063

Ladies version available too........

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Pink-red-swarovsk ... 3366c41118
by z3steve
Mon 16 May, 2011 11:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Pedals fitment?
Replies: 7
Views: 609

Cheers for the replies, not sure I'm going to bother now!

They do look good when fitted though, it might be worth a punt at £20 (Ebay)

I'll let you know how I get on if I do go for it, at least it isn't impossible by the sounds of it.

Thanks again,

Steve

P.S Cheers for the link :)
by z3steve
Mon 16 May, 2011 08:03
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Jersey
Replies: 6
Views: 694

Enjoy the trip, its a stunning island if you havent been before 8-) Beg to differ, have never been to a more boring location in my life, and I have traveled a bit. Might just as well go to Margate. Hired a Smart Roadster cabriole for the week and that was about the most fun we had. You would be bet...
by z3steve
Mon 16 May, 2011 07:58
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Pedals fitment?
Replies: 7
Views: 609

Pedals fitment?

Hi all, has anybody bought these metal pedals?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BMW-E30-E36-E46-M ... 20b3c98153

If so how did you fit them? Doesn't look very clear to me on how to :rtm:

Cheers, Steve
by z3steve
Sun 15 May, 2011 17:39
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Jersey
Replies: 6
Views: 694

Hi Macca, the wife and I got married in Jersey last year and we definately didn't need passports as its part of the UK. As said if you are going to the continent from Jersey then you would need them.

Enjoy the trip, its a stunning island if you havent been before 8-)
by z3steve
Sun 24 Apr, 2011 18:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 Central Locking actuator
Replies: 4
Views: 865

Hi, I did this job on my Z3 a couple of weeks ago. I bought a second hand one off Ebay (see link) which was for all E36 models and it worked a treat.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... K:MEWNX:IT

Cheers, Steve
by z3steve
Sun 10 Apr, 2011 20:34
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Kent cruise 10 April 2011
Replies: 23
Views: 5607

Hi all, my turn to say a big thank you for todays outing! We were a bit apprehensive at first as we had never done anything like this before and didn't really know what to expect - but it turned out to be a cracking day 8-) . Enjoyed meeting all of you and we will definately be hooking up with you a...

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