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by swamper
Sun 09 Jun, 2013 19:04
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Retro fit cruise control to //M? HELP
Replies: 26
Views: 3861

Re: Retro fit cruise control to //M? HELP

the thing is Southernboy iv got 5 pins connected on the loom and only 2 wires on the stalk....i really don't fancy plugging the wires into different positions and taking it out for a spin ....could end up with a right situation :?
by swamper
Sat 08 Jun, 2013 23:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Removing front ABS sensor
Replies: 7
Views: 803

Re: Removing front ABS sensor

you need some heat on it..it will ruin the sensor bit it will help it come out
by swamper
Sat 08 Jun, 2013 23:13
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Retro fit cruise control to //M? HELP
Replies: 26
Views: 3861

Re: Retro fit cruise control to //M? HELP

i haven't got the part number Brian for the one i have but the number i asked for is 61318360926 and its what stated on the receipt...but i agree this is more than likely a later part
by swamper
Sat 08 Jun, 2013 16:20
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Retro fit cruise control to //M? HELP
Replies: 26
Views: 3861

Re: Retro fit cruise control to //M? HELP

as you can see liam mine only has 2 wires...but the stalk looks the same
by swamper
Sat 08 Jun, 2013 14:55
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Retro fit cruise control to //M? HELP
Replies: 26
Views: 3861

Re: Retro fit cruise control to //M? HELP

can i just revive this.. seemed to have run into an issue......the stalk has a different connector 8 pin and only has 2 wires runing to the stalk http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/swamps/Photo0014_zpsa7ca99cb.jpg loom 6 pin http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/swamps/cruise_connector28Medium29_...
by swamper
Sat 08 Jun, 2013 10:16
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: 3M Paint Defender spray on film
Replies: 22
Views: 3076

Re: 3M Paint Defender spray on film

won't the application depend on how clean your environment is..how competent you are with a spray gun..and how well you have prepped the area........i could see many attempts on getting it right
by swamper
Fri 07 Jun, 2013 20:00
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Replies: 2088
Views: 414814

Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?

just the bowden cable to go Brian
........and some more back ache trying to fit in the foot wells ...that clutch switch nearly ruined me :?
by swamper
Fri 07 Jun, 2013 19:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Replies: 2088
Views: 414814

Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?

these arrived today...

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by swamper
Thu 06 Jun, 2013 15:09
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Replies: 2088
Views: 414814

Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?

yep ..Cruise control actuator ...and clutch switch
by swamper
Thu 06 Jun, 2013 13:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Replies: 2088
Views: 414814

Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?

these..

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by swamper
Tue 04 Jun, 2013 15:18
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: It's a man thing
Replies: 31
Views: 6806

Re: It's a man thing

can i borrow that thing on the self..? :lol:
by swamper
Tue 04 Jun, 2013 12:42
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: It's a man thing
Replies: 31
Views: 6806

Re: It's a man thing

first thing i noticed .... :wink:
by swamper
Tue 04 Jun, 2013 12:36
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: It's a man thing
Replies: 31
Views: 6806

Re: It's a man thing

im an engineer.......so work ethic follows on in the garage..........really narks me when i cant just lay my hands on something :head:

edi.....i see you have the beer in there as well :D
by swamper
Tue 04 Jun, 2013 12:29
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: It's a man thing
Replies: 31
Views: 6806

Re: It's a man thing

mine......on a good day

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by swamper
Mon 03 Jun, 2013 00:39
Forum: Performance
Topic: Front brakes advice needed!
Replies: 9
Views: 1880

Re: Front brakes advice needed!

standard disks with some yellowstuff pads should see you right.......if you can stretch to it id get some refurbed calipers to go with them....at least you know there right then.... it is the brakes after all
by swamper
Thu 30 May, 2013 17:08
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: spot welds
Replies: 11
Views: 3240

Re: spot welds

he does it all for you...and needs it for half a day
by swamper
Wed 29 May, 2013 19:16
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Suspension confusion.
Replies: 7
Views: 608

Re: Suspension confusion.

yep...i need a stage 3 ..... :D
by swamper
Wed 29 May, 2013 19:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Suspension confusion.
Replies: 7
Views: 608

Re: Suspension confusion.

bilstein b8 all round spring are a arguing point but H&rs are ok...replace the top mounts and drop links while your at it...up rate the ARBs with H&rs.....get a strut brace on............may as well get the bushes done with poly ....drop of 30mm all round....some of the other guys will be al...
by swamper
Tue 28 May, 2013 20:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Cars overheating, worried
Replies: 17
Views: 1757

Re: Cars overheating, worried

check the bottom of the radiator......had me baffled for ages on my 1.9....it pooled in the rear of the bumper....no leaks on the floor and loosing very little but enough for it to keep dropping the level every time i drove it but didn't leak when cold
by swamper
Mon 27 May, 2013 17:24
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: which six
Replies: 7
Views: 1146

Re: which six

^^^^^^ :D
by swamper
Sun 26 May, 2013 19:27
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Replies: 2088
Views: 414814

Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?

aircon done at kwikfit.....
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and some new stone guards...
by swamper
Thu 23 May, 2013 16:56
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Not a Zed but still a BMW
Replies: 6
Views: 2084

Re: Not a Zed but still a BMW

certainly a good looking car and a nice daily driver
by swamper
Sat 18 May, 2013 19:49
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Free Fix for Constant Pressure Valve
Replies: 58
Views: 15862

Re: Free Fix for Constant Pressure Valve

i could do with ago myself...
by swamper
Fri 17 May, 2013 18:22
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: spot welds
Replies: 11
Views: 3240

Re: spot welds

no Ray.....im still yet to finish it off :?

results...

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by swamper
Thu 16 May, 2013 18:41
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: spot welds
Replies: 11
Views: 3240

Re: spot welds

he did mine..is that the one your referring to ?
by swamper
Tue 14 May, 2013 22:11
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: To M or not to M
Replies: 7
Views: 1183

Re: To M or not to M

sounds like you need the S50....traction control isn't an option :D
just go and drive them both ... :wink:
by swamper
Mon 13 May, 2013 20:53
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Welsh Cruise 12/05/13
Replies: 42
Views: 18388

Re: Welsh Cruise 12/05/13

well i hope you catch up with us again...it was good to see you.....if only briefly :D
by swamper
Sun 12 May, 2013 19:05
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Welsh Cruise 12/05/13
Replies: 42
Views: 18388

Re: Welsh Cruise 12/05/13

Thanks Brian H Hope this works http://s1276.photobucket.com/user/Abh29/library/Z3%20%20Brenig%20%20May%202013?view=media#/user/Abh29/library/Z3%20%20Brenig%20%20May%202013?view=media&page=1&_suid=136836846873007618502675666348 Taken at Brenig this morning thanks for taking them....we really...
by swamper
Wed 08 May, 2013 22:56
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M seats
Replies: 40
Views: 4234

Re: //M seats

snoops if you do recover them will you do a step by step guide please ? :rtm: I'm only pondering over colour and design, I wouldn't attempt to do them myself, my sewing skills are not up to that. What kind of thing are you after? Are you looking for a step by step guide of stripping off the leather...
by swamper
Wed 08 May, 2013 21:52
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M seats
Replies: 40
Views: 4234

Re: //M seats

snoops if you do recover them will you do a step by step guide please ? :rtm:
by swamper
Mon 06 May, 2013 16:38
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: CITP Newby Hall - Sunday 5th May
Replies: 85
Views: 25834

Re: CITP Newby Hall - Sunday 5th May

it was nice to blow the old cobwebs out... :wink: good to see some new faces have joined the old faithful...... thanks for a great day chaps... http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/swamps/255796_10151359065306557_1719219647_n_zps4b6cda75.jpg http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/swamps/935484_10151...
by swamper
Sat 04 May, 2013 22:14
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: CITP Newby Hall - Sunday 5th May
Replies: 85
Views: 25834

Re: CITP Newby Hall - Sunday 5th May

great pick Mike...thanks 8-)
by swamper
Sat 04 May, 2013 22:13
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 10087

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

cant wait to see the end result....
by swamper
Sat 04 May, 2013 21:33
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 10087

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

:shock: brave...very brave ...!!!
by swamper
Fri 03 May, 2013 23:55
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: M Roadster help
Replies: 8
Views: 1734

Re: M Roadster help

no 4 is this what you mean ? http://allbmw.co.uk/item/250802759457/UK
by swamper
Fri 03 May, 2013 18:24
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: M Roadster help
Replies: 8
Views: 1734

Re: M Roadster help

2 loads on ebay... 12mm rear is perfect for OEM wheels but you will need longer bolts and 3mm on the fronts.
by swamper
Wed 01 May, 2013 22:17
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Pictures of you and your car
Replies: 200
Views: 66426

Re: Pictures of you and your car

usual position ...... and getting bored :roll:

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by swamper
Wed 01 May, 2013 22:10
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: CITP Newby Hall - Sunday 5th May
Replies: 85
Views: 25834

Re: CITP Newby Hall - Sunday 5th May

maurice the martian wrote:Think i'll come along . look up some old friends .Ride shotgun for Swamper:grin:
Moz

Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk 2
good.....you meeting up with us at greenfield?

edit...been beat to it :shock:
by swamper
Tue 30 Apr, 2013 16:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Storm Werks gearknob
Replies: 16
Views: 1262

Re: Storm Werks gearknob

love it....hell of a difference..good choice :wink:

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by swamper
Mon 29 Apr, 2013 23:27
Forum: Performance
Topic: Cold air pipework
Replies: 6
Views: 1536

Re: Cold air pipework

you could always wrap more foam round it if that was a concern ?

edit...why not fit and induction kit if you want rid of the OE one?
by swamper
Mon 29 Apr, 2013 22:59
Forum: Performance
Topic: Cold air pipework
Replies: 6
Views: 1536

Re: Cold air pipework

for that price its got to be worth doing anyway ...is it the m43?
by swamper
Mon 29 Apr, 2013 22:46
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New z3 owner. Over the moon with my new car.
Replies: 84
Views: 4690

Re: New z3 owner. Over the moon with my new car.

did someone mention pie......? :bounce:

welcome to the forum....get your self out with us... :wink:

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by swamper
Mon 29 Apr, 2013 22:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Locked passenger door
Replies: 10
Views: 731

Re: Locked passenger door

had the same sort of issue...just found my old post..maybe of some help fixed.......bloody brill. for anyone reading this Robert has nailed it....but i had a slightly different stance as the battery was disconnected. 1st change battery in key fob and cycle through open/close buttons and resync it if...
by swamper
Wed 24 Apr, 2013 20:35
Forum: Performance
Topic: Z3m vs 3.0i
Replies: 41
Views: 5180

Re: Z3m vs 3.0i

Badman gee wrote:
swamper wrote:the 1.9 a great car but that was not the question i asked?
your 1.9 was great wayne (when it was pushed by an m) :D
it went quicker and further than yours ever did Mr Gee :D
by swamper
Wed 24 Apr, 2013 20:16
Forum: Performance
Topic: Z3m vs 3.0i
Replies: 41
Views: 5180

Re: Z3m vs 3.0i

the 1.9 a great car but that was not the question i asked?
by swamper
Wed 24 Apr, 2013 19:54
Forum: Performance
Topic: Z3m vs 3.0i
Replies: 41
Views: 5180

Re: Z3m vs 3.0i

how many people have driven the ///M and then decided that they would prefer the 30i?
by swamper
Tue 23 Apr, 2013 22:39
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Z3cades Zed - journal
Replies: 202
Views: 54728

Re: Z3cades Zed - journal

nice one Liam.....might have a go myself at some point now iv seen you do it 8-)
by swamper
Mon 22 Apr, 2013 22:43
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: New owner from Manchester
Replies: 23
Views: 3159

Re: New owner from Manchester

HI I live in MIddleton and also have a 2.8 Z3 mine is manual.My son <Z4 coupe> and I are thinking about going to Newby Hall on the 5th of May. Would be interested in meeting you there with the other fellow Z owners. Happy motoring in your new purchase. Ps Have you tried Brakes International in Roch...
by swamper
Fri 19 Apr, 2013 21:52
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: A good spit and polish
Replies: 25
Views: 2905

Re: A good spit and polish

iv been updating......the list....!
by swamper
Fri 19 Apr, 2013 21:32
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: A good spit and polish
Replies: 25
Views: 2905

Re: A good spit and polish

tasty ..... :thumb:

i heard that Gill.....watching with interest :shock: