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- Wed 01 Jan, 2014 11:45
- Forum: Performance
- Topic: STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS NEEDED.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 6658
Re: STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS NEEDED.
This is all from Bentley's and is completely at your own risk, I haven't tried this I'm just copying it from the manual. But it does appear that you need the coding plug from the old cluster to sort this out legitimately. Coding plug, removing and installing The coding plug stores one of two records...
- Sun 22 Dec, 2013 18:55
- Forum: Let's talk
- Topic: Milestone today
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1361
Re: Milestone today
Mine's coming up, maybe we could have t-shirts printed
- Sun 22 Dec, 2013 18:53
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Z3 tonneau?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 699
Re: Z3 tonneau?
More likely to be off a 3 series.
- Fri 22 Nov, 2013 16:01
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: Hardtop hoist
- Replies: 17
- Views: 3751
Re: Hardtop hoist
Not sure if you've already got all the info you need but just in case please allow me to pimp my knowledgebase article
http://www.zroadster.net/forum/viewtopi ... 18&t=29951
http://www.zroadster.net/forum/viewtopi ... 18&t=29951
- Mon 18 Nov, 2013 13:19
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: FOR SALE: One of a Kind BMW Z3
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1341
Re: FOR SALE: One of a Kind BMW Z3
I spotted thatwonderloaf wrote:It really is one of a kind, apparently it's mid-engined
- Mon 18 Nov, 2013 13:16
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Alarm help pleeeeeeeaaassseeee
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1083
Re: Alarm help pleeeeeeeaaassseeee
...you can set the alarm with remote, then within a few seconds hold down remote button again for 5 secs... You don't need to hold the button down for 5 seconds, you just need to press it for a second time within 5 seconds of the first press. You can tell if this has worked by watching the way the ...
- Mon 18 Nov, 2013 13:11
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: What does this electrical feed do?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 413
Re: What does this electrical feed do?
Your picture is not very clear, but I do know that the receiver for the central locking/alarm remote is in the interior mirror.
H.T.H.
H.T.H.
- Fri 15 Nov, 2013 09:14
- Forum: The Lounge
- Topic: FRIDAY FUN.....
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1793
Re: FRIDAY FUN.....
Man, talk about drag up ancient history...Bobbit I bet 50% of the members on here aren't old enough to know who that isSouthernboy wrote:...... ever since the "Bobbit" incident, I have been wary....
- Sat 19 Oct, 2013 13:14
- Forum: Let's talk
- Topic: Tax disc or fuel charge ?
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2745
Re: Tax disc or fuel charge ?
Surely the solution is to end road tax completely and add a little to the fuel duty. That way, if you don't drive you don't pay and those who drive a lot (like me (>30K a year) will pay that bit more. Even better would be a system to allow anything over a certain number of miles claim a rebate, thu...
- Wed 16 Oct, 2013 10:07
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Z3 FAQ - your questions needed - FAQ me!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 754
Re: Z3 FAQ - your questions needed - FAQ me!
Q: Which models are at risk from Vanos Failure and what can be done to prevent it.
Q: Which models are most at risk from Boot Weld Failure and what can be done to prevent it.
Q: Which models are most at risk from Boot Weld Failure and what can be done to prevent it.
- Wed 25 Sep, 2013 13:51
- Forum: Let's talk
- Topic: What planet do insurance companies live on?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2321
Re: What planet do insurance companies live on?
I love insurance company adverts the stats always make me giggle. I particularly love the LV offer 70% NCD does this mean that there policies are 10% cheaper than everyone else, err no. :head: Insurance company adverts are almost as good as beauty product adverts... "our anti wrinkle horse piss...
- Mon 09 Sep, 2013 08:04
- Forum: The Lounge
- Topic: A BAOBAB TREE...
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2653
Re: A BAOBAB TREE...
As I was reading the first post I was wondering, is this not just the Tree of Life from Disney's Animal Kingdom? http://disney.wikia.com/wiki/Tree_of_Life
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 19:01
- Forum: The Beauty Parlour
- Topic: Leather Trimmer in Essex
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1053
Re: Leather Trimmer in Essex
Hi Gary,
I wasn't sure what to do with it.
I wasn't sure what to do with it.
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 16:47
- Forum: The Beauty Parlour
- Topic: Leather Trimmer in Essex
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1053
Leather Trimmer in Essex
So the whole purpose of the dash removal was to repair a couple of pieces of leather trim that had shrunk in the heat. In the end it wasn't me that did it I found a local lady who amongst others does leather work for the local Rolls Royce dealership ( P.A.Woods in Great Easton for those who might be...
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 10:01
- Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
- Topic: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
- Replies: 13
- Views: 41068
Re: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
Here's one I made earlier So if everything has gone to plan you should now have this... https://5as2ka.dm1.livefilestore.com/y2p4py4VJcZGQnw7wQ5LKWI-mpq65Aoi8YuUM-MIx8iOwIkzZP4PSPu4r06WA9t2m8GSkG9aO5g4MkO_egUJGi2jnQ9optTM5B8WMFLyWqOd14/052.jpg ...and this... https://5as2ka.dm1.livefilestore.com/y2p...
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 10:01
- Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
- Topic: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
- Replies: 13
- Views: 41068
Re: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
Dashboard Disassembly Working with the Dashboard on a flat surface covered with a sheet or similar... Remove the 'A' Pillar Trim Pieces on both sides. These have plastic tounges with little locking tabs on them that hook into slots on the Dashboard. https://5as2ka.dm1.livefilestore.com/y2pnOwGb7RiR...
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 10:00
- Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
- Topic: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
- Replies: 13
- Views: 41068
Re: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
Removal of Dashboard - Final Stages Remove the 4 * Dashboard mounting bolts, 2 at each end, in the area of the door openings. https://5as2ka.dm1.livefilestore.com/y2p8yAwbMgcV-llPWl2eRTRUndXQC-rZznkkRJDlVR14JlMS7D-ARALbsMBmd1DiM-5AHm28b5Vr6V3qgQQIWEGNdPYnwDedN5o4bU0Bs-bb5k/039.jpg Remove the 2 * Da...
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 10:00
- Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
- Topic: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
- Replies: 13
- Views: 41068
Re: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
Removal of Switches & Electrical Accessories Headlight Switch Using your prying tool remove the Cap from the Headlight Switch Knob. Remove the Lock Nut inside the Headlight Switch Knob and then unscrew the Knob from the threaded spindle. Mine was quite tight and the plastic feels a little britt...
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 10:00
- Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
- Topic: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
- Replies: 13
- Views: 41068
Re: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
Removal of Instrument Cluster Remove the retaining screw from the top of the Steering Column trim panel and remove the panel. https://5as2ka.dm1.livefilestore.com/y2pgQm8bz9cHd8Itaovm7tOioXxXHGonOKxYhXFi4Zfw9kVpyMCAGC5T9pyIWw5STFBYfaQOC9xUwXb5LpXfMTpFx88NU9ft86bU7BhZrm1ybo/027.jpg Remove the 2 * To...
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 09:59
- Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
- Topic: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
- Replies: 13
- Views: 41068
Re: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
Removal of Centre Console You should already have removed the first two screws as mentioned in the Removal of Under Dash - Right post. Remove Radio - I'm not going into detail here as there are so many aftermarket units around and there is information on removal of OEM units elsewhere on this forum...
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 09:59
- Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
- Topic: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
- Replies: 13
- Views: 41068
Re: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
Removal of Steering Wheel Make sure Front Wheels are pointed straight ahead and Steering Wheel is centred. Engage Steering Lock. Remove Steering Wheel centre bolt. I had a bit of trouble with this as I only had a 3/8th drive 16mm socket and my 3/8th breaker bar is only 12" long. So I treated m...
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 09:59
- Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
- Topic: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
- Replies: 13
- Views: 41068
Re: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
Removal of Driver's Side Airbag Notes: Make sure the battery is disconnected. If you are following this guide in order you should have disconnected it during the Removal of Under Dash Trim - Right . If you are following this guide in order then the required 10 second residual power discharge period...
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 09:58
- Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
- Topic: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
- Replies: 13
- Views: 41068
Re: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
Removal of Glove Compartment In the Left Footwell reach up behind the Glove Compartment to find 2 * Plastic Trim Clips. Twist ½ turn each to release Under Dash Trim Panel. Unclip panel and remove. https://5as2ka.dm1.livefilestore.com/y2pmWsa6OoxZ4Big9_V9d38c8DwyAnV1dwwMFDQfPaPlnVywFfcccOPWQLuZuaQET...
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 09:58
- Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
- Topic: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
- Replies: 13
- Views: 41068
Re: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
Removal of Under Dash Trim - Right Before getting to the Under Dash Trim Pieces there are two screws that hold the Centre Console in and need to be removed first. Move both Seats as far forward as they will go and tilt the Backrests to vertical. This gives you access to one screw on either side of ...
- Mon 12 Aug, 2013 09:57
- Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
- Topic: Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
- Replies: 13
- Views: 41068
Dashboard, Removal & Disassembly
After finding that the Leather Trim on my dash had finally succumb to the heat I spent my summer holiday following Zed Carer's lead and stripping out my dash to attempt a leather repair. For anyone else who wants to attempt this I have written this guide to help. It is based on the Dashboard, removi...
- Fri 09 Aug, 2013 09:43
- Forum: Site Announcements and Feedback
- Topic: Changes to Knowledgebase Image Hosting
- Replies: 19
- Views: 17447
Re: Changes to Knowledgebase Image Hosting
I would rather the images be hosted here, at least I know Rob won't be selling copies to line his own pockets, unlike photobucket.
- Mon 05 Aug, 2013 18:52
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Wheel badges
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2378
Re: Wheel badges
The reason why the centre caps on the Style 64 wheels are so expensive is that they are not he normal 2" caps. These are about 6" in diameter and hide the wheel bolts. In addition to the stickers in the middle wearing they also chip around the slot for levering them off the wheel. If you t...
- Mon 05 Aug, 2013 10:30
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Wheel badges
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2378
Re: Wheel badges
I have the same wheels as you and had the same problem just prior to having the wheels refurbed. In the end I had the centre caps repainted as part of the refurb and got new stickers from BMW. Looking at the invoice the Stickers were £14 + vat for 4 which seems steep but when compared to new centre ...
- Sun 14 Jul, 2013 11:11
- Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
- Topic: WANTED: S54 M-ROADSTER
- Replies: 28
- Views: 3253
Re: WANTED: S54 M-ROADSTER
Are all S54s post 1st March 2001 then?
The pre 2006 rule does not apply to vehicles registered pre 2001 as evidenced by my 3.0i registered in Aug 2000 and being £225 again this year (well £227.50 as I paid by CC).
The pre 2006 rule does not apply to vehicles registered pre 2001 as evidenced by my 3.0i registered in Aug 2000 and being £225 again this year (well £227.50 as I paid by CC).
- Thu 11 Jul, 2013 10:01
- Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
- Topic: WANTED: S54 M-ROADSTER
- Replies: 28
- Views: 3253
Re: WANTED: S54 M-ROADSTER
...i learned the road tax is a lot more from 2001 onwards due to tax banding changes. I think it doubles! (Nearly £500 a year for S54 version 2001-2002) Band K* 201 - 225gCO2/km *....Includes cars with a CO2 figure over 225g/km but were registered before 23 March 2006. Therefore all Z3s come under ...
- Mon 08 Jul, 2013 08:30
- Forum: The Beauty Parlour
- Topic: SEATBELT GUIDE MOD FOR SALE...20 BUYERS NEEDED
- Replies: 59
- Views: 6570
Re: SEATBELT GUIDE MOD FOR SALE...20 BUYERS NEEDED
Hi Dave, Personally I would prefer the button head screw..it's a 4mmD head vs a 5mmD countersunk screw head. Hi Barry, I agree completely but would this allow for the bracket to be redesigned so that the two horizontal bars are narrower than the diagonal bar thereby matching the official logo more ...
- Mon 08 Jul, 2013 08:04
- Forum: The Beauty Parlour
- Topic: SEATBELT GUIDE MOD FOR SALE...20 BUYERS NEEDED
- Replies: 59
- Views: 6570
Re: SEATBELT GUIDE MOD FOR SALE...20 BUYERS NEEDED
How does the head diameter of the "Button Head Panel Screw" (4.0) compare with the head size of the screws shown in the example? If they are smaller would that allow for the bracket design to be altered to more accurately match the official zed "Z".
- Mon 08 Jul, 2013 07:38
- Forum: The Beauty Parlour
- Topic: HELP !! SEATBELT GUIDE RESOLUTION
- Replies: 31
- Views: 4028
Re: HELP !! SEATBELT GUIDE RESOLUTION
When you say about drilling 1.6mm holes are you talking about drilling pilot holes in the seatbelt guide or are you talking about drilling the bracket? I agree that the flush (countersunk) screws look a lot better than the dome head screws, but without a drill press I think it would be quite tricky ...
- Thu 04 Jul, 2013 14:26
- Forum: The Beauty Parlour
- Topic: HELP !! SEATBELT GUIDE RESOLUTION
- Replies: 31
- Views: 4028
Re: HELP !! SEATBELT GUIDE RESOLUTION
I'm tempted.
- Wed 03 Jul, 2013 14:30
- Forum: The Lounge
- Topic: Z3: A Babe Magnet
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2085
Re: Z3: A Babe Magnet
...when some crusty old bint started washing my windscreen and dropping fag ash on the bonnetchris1984_99_99 wrote:This happened to me last week! There I was sitting at a red light in the middle of Glasgow....
- Mon 01 Jul, 2013 18:12
- Forum: Check your diary
- Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
- Replies: 216
- Views: 70205
Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
- UPDATE 28 June - You should all have had an email from Duncan in the last couple of days. Not me :| Who is Duncan ? I've had 2 emails from Duncan :shock: Garry PM me an email address if you want copies. As per the second email, are ZR.net organising a forum specific area, it looks like the other ...
- Fri 17 May, 2013 19:01
- Forum: The Lounge
- Topic: Something For The Weekend
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1342
Re: Something For The Weekend
First laugh out loud for a long time.
- Tue 14 May, 2013 07:32
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: Wanted - BMW business cd player for Z3
- Replies: 3
- Views: 552
Re: Wanted - BMW business cd player for Z3
Genuine ones of these are quite expensive, even second hand, comparatively. But be aware that there was/is a seller on ebay who had/has a lot of these for sale but his are rebadged Rover units rather and the BMW version. If you search the forum you will find quite a few threads discussing the varian...
- Mon 22 Apr, 2013 08:06
- Forum: The Lounge
- Topic: Happy Birthday Robert T
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3445
Re: Happy Birthday RobT
Is he really? He doesn't look a day over 52
Happy Birthday Rob.
Happy Birthday Rob.
- Mon 15 Apr, 2013 09:11
- Forum: The Lounge
- Topic: I've won a new BMW
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1468
I've won a new BMW
Got this in my inbox this morning, then noticed it's for a 2011 model car, don't think I can be assed for a car that old. Oh well maybe next time :( BMW LOTTERY DEPARTMENT 5070 WILSHIRE BLVD LOS ANGELES. CA 90036 NEIGHORHOOD: MID WILSHIRE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Dear Winner, This is to inform you ...
- Thu 28 Mar, 2013 13:11
- Forum: Check your diary
- Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
- Replies: 216
- Views: 70205
Re: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 26 – 28 July 2013, Silverstone Circuit
Saturday ticket package booked, will drive up and back on the day.
- Sat 16 Mar, 2013 19:14
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: Hard top trim wanted
- Replies: 14
- Views: 888
Re: Hard top trim wanted
Maybe some gentle heat with a hairdryer to soften the sealant :?: get the underneath as clean and smooth as possible before applying the new rain gutters, the gutters are never the same after they have been removed IMO. Good luck Thanks for the tip. I knew the old ones wouldn't go back on too well ...
- Sat 16 Mar, 2013 11:28
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: Hard top trim wanted
- Replies: 14
- Views: 888
Re: Hard top trim wanted
Just off the phone with Coopers in Chelmsford, Left Rain Guide - 54218397669 £15.35 + vat available in UK Right Rain Guide - 54218397670 £15.35 + vat from Germany about a week Now I've just got to figure out how to get the old ones off. They started lifting after the respray and I think they are now...
- Tue 12 Mar, 2013 20:30
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: Hard top trim wanted
- Replies: 14
- Views: 888
Re: Hard top trim wanted
Aha, that's a useful post. When I had my hard top repainted I was told these were no longer available. Oh well, there goes this weeks beer money
- Mon 04 Mar, 2013 09:03
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: hardtop
- Replies: 25
- Views: 2032
Re: hardtop
Haven't seen the sun at all in these parts this year. Not totally convinced it's still up there Hard Top staying on for now.
- Mon 11 Feb, 2013 08:34
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Aluminum bonnet release handles
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1845
Re: Aluminum bonnet release handles
I also bought one of these last time around. Can't recommend them enough.
- Thu 31 Jan, 2013 17:06
- Forum: The Lounge
- Topic: Best smilies?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 823
Re: Best smilies?
I've seen this used a lot to good comic effect.
- Thu 10 Jan, 2013 12:50
- Forum: The Lounge
- Topic: now i would love to do this
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2359
Re: now i would love to do this
Not really fair is it, picking on Americans who work in drive throughs.
- Sun 23 Dec, 2012 10:36
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: BMW Straight 6
- Replies: 5
- Views: 827
Re: BMW Straight 6
I'm not sure about engines from an M3 or M5 but a M54 BMW Straight Six goes in like this...
- Fri 14 Dec, 2012 19:25
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Warranty Advice
- Replies: 15
- Views: 812
Re: Warranty Advice
Consider opening yourself a new savings account and pay the £495/year into that. Obviously it will take a while for you to be able to afford a £3000 gear box replacement out of that account rather than being covered immediately. But if you don't have any big repairs to spend out on between now and w...