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by Vic-Z3
Wed 30 Mar, 2016 19:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Special Tool - Viscous Fan Removal
Replies: 13
Views: 5897

Re: Special Tool - Viscous Fan Removal

Nice.
Thank you
by Vic-Z3
Tue 29 Mar, 2016 10:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: being dazzled
Replies: 28
Views: 7066

Re: being dazzled

I hate LED headlights ..........................
Rear brake holders should get points on there licenses.
As for that new detection then dip beam, what a load of old tosh.
You should not be running on full beam.
Rant over.
by Vic-Z3
Tue 29 Mar, 2016 10:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Bonnet release lever.
Replies: 5
Views: 1389

Re: Bonnet release lever.

On the subject of cleaning the catches........

How do they come off... :?:
by Vic-Z3
Sun 27 Mar, 2016 12:16
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Special Tool - Viscous Fan Removal
Replies: 13
Views: 5897

Re: Special Tool - Viscous Fan Removal

Nice one ......................

Just how long is the locking tool. :?:
by Vic-Z3
Sun 27 Mar, 2016 12:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Is it just me....
Replies: 11
Views: 2201

Re: Is it just me....

It must be just me then ........................

I can see nothing that makes me think Z3.
by Vic-Z3
Mon 14 Mar, 2016 20:24
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Bootlid struts.
Replies: 7
Views: 2409

Re: Bootlid struts.

Thank you.
by Vic-Z3
Sun 06 Mar, 2016 20:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Bootlid struts.
Replies: 7
Views: 2409

Re: Bootlid struts.

Can I have the ebay link please.
by Vic-Z3
Sun 14 Feb, 2016 18:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Water in boot
Replies: 88
Views: 25615

Re: Water in boot

Crack Cure is still holding on mine since initial install ................................... :thumb:
by Vic-Z3
Sun 20 Dec, 2015 21:06
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: MERRY XMAS ALL
Replies: 15
Views: 7784

Re: MERRY XMAS ALL

drive more, drink more and don't blow your Zed or yourself up
All the things us Europeans are famous for .............. :wink:

Merry Xmas All.
by Vic-Z3
Sun 20 Dec, 2015 21:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Build a Z3 for Christmas
Replies: 13
Views: 3577

Re: Build a Z3 for Christmas

This has no practical use whatsoever ...........................

I absolutely love it :D
by Vic-Z3
Wed 09 Dec, 2015 18:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: M54 2.2 Exhaust
Replies: 3
Views: 993

Re: M54 2.2 Exhaust

there is a steel exhaust bracket in the vicinity of the gearbox which can break with age/rust. This is what happened on my 2.2i ........... Had it welded back together with a bit of strengthening added. Then a small bracket that holds the two pipes parallel snapped, this I just bent a bit more to s...
by Vic-Z3
Thu 26 Nov, 2015 20:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Starter advice please
Replies: 3
Views: 1087

Re: Starter advice please

That is a starter motor that is......
by Vic-Z3
Sun 04 Oct, 2015 18:48
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Mazda MX5Z3 Coupe
Replies: 2
Views: 2549

Re: Mazda MX5Z3 Coupe

Yes I like it ......... :thumb:
by Vic-Z3
Mon 31 Aug, 2015 17:41
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Pershore Plum Festival
Replies: 1
Views: 1563

Re: Pershore Plum Festival

Spotted a Z3 ............................ :wave
by Vic-Z3
Thu 27 Aug, 2015 18:22
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Pershore Plum Festival
Replies: 1
Views: 1563

Pershore Plum Festival

This Bank Holiday Monday ...................... :arrow:

Perhaps I might see you there, amongst all the festivity ...... :)
by Vic-Z3
Thu 27 Aug, 2015 18:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Windscreen Wipers rubbing on bonnet.
Replies: 9
Views: 2146

Re: Windscreen Wipers rubbing on bonnet.

Looking at your pictures on flickr, I think you may have a bigger problem .......... :arrow:
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Like how the hell are you going to explain that amount of cash away ..... :cheers
by Vic-Z3
Sun 16 Aug, 2015 19:40
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Can't pick a name
Replies: 18
Views: 2065

Re: Can't pick a name

My car is called Dofa ........................

Caus it'll do fa me ...... :)
by Vic-Z3
Wed 12 Aug, 2015 20:22
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Replacing of rear window service in the Midlands
Replies: 6
Views: 1116

Re: Replacing of rear window service in the Midlands

I also used the chap in Coventry. Well worth it as he put in a complete new rear window after mine was Stanley knifed and
he also stitched up some of the missing threads. This was two and a half years ago and it is still all good.
by Vic-Z3
Wed 12 Aug, 2015 20:18
Forum: Performance
Topic: Redex
Replies: 11
Views: 7393

Re: Redex

Tesco's quite often have it at half price, which is when I purchase mine for £1.98.
I have used it in many of my vehicles, it certainly has done them no harm and from
reports published seems to do some good.
by Vic-Z3
Wed 29 Jul, 2015 19:53
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Help with rear tyres
Replies: 11
Views: 1734

Re: Help with rear tyres

You sussed the irony there though ...................... :nerd: :wink: :)
by Vic-Z3
Mon 20 Jul, 2015 16:37
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: radio reception
Replies: 11
Views: 1525

Re: radio reception

Dare say it is metal that has no insulation material round it.
Try it again but cover it with earth wire covering .........
by Vic-Z3
Sun 19 Jul, 2015 18:22
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Flat spot and pinking cured
Replies: 15
Views: 3861

Re: Flat spot and pinking cured

Mine was exactly the same, full length crack and it was just about holding onto the peg.

A quick and temporary fix with black insulation tape wrapped round several times and
it is a very snug fit back on.

:thumb:
by Vic-Z3
Mon 25 May, 2015 18:56
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Bespoke Luggage Bags
Replies: 0
Views: 3938

Bespoke Luggage Bags

I am a long standing member of our Midlands area Mx5 Owners Club. This was posted on our Web Site and the person was applauding them. I thought it might be of some benefit to some of us on here. http://bag-world.co/portfolio-item/car-luggage/ They are based in Redditch which is the only thing I have...
by Vic-Z3
Wed 13 May, 2015 17:38
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Fuel Cap Stop
Replies: 22
Views: 3865

Re: Fuel Cap Stop

A pair ................. ? odd
by Vic-Z3
Mon 11 May, 2015 17:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Fuel Cap Stop
Replies: 22
Views: 3865

Re: Fuel Cap Stop

Hi lost mine ages ago .................... :(

What is the part number anyhow :?:
by Vic-Z3
Mon 11 May, 2015 17:31
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Shelsey Walsh Breakfast Meet
Replies: 2
Views: 1452

Re: Shelsey Walsh Breakfast Meet

Nice thought ....................................... :thumb:
by Vic-Z3
Sat 09 May, 2015 19:24
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Shelsey Walsh Breakfast Meet
Replies: 2
Views: 1452

Shelsey Walsh Breakfast Meet

Extreme Short Notice .......................... :(

Tomorrow Morning Sunday 9.00am - WR6 6RP

Get there if you can ............. :)
by Vic-Z3
Sun 26 Apr, 2015 20:49
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: No return for May without Clarkson but...
Replies: 16
Views: 4350

Re: No return for May without Clarkson but...

My money is on this fellow .................... :arrow:

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by Vic-Z3
Sun 19 Apr, 2015 20:13
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Alloy Repair/Refurbishment
Replies: 16
Views: 9331

Re: Alloy Repair/Refurbishment

Side pictures on car required asap .................................. please ...... :) :thumb:
by Vic-Z3
Sun 12 Apr, 2015 19:00
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Alloy Repair/Refurbishment
Replies: 16
Views: 9331

Re: Alloy Repair/Refurbishment

£35.00 a wheel don't sound to bad.......... :)
by Vic-Z3
Fri 10 Apr, 2015 18:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Wheel width query
Replies: 12
Views: 2523

Re: Wheel width query

BMW wheel rim style 78 I think they were called lightweight wheels in The Z3 catalogue.
They are 7.5 x 17 front and 8.5 x 17 rear on my 2.2 sport.
by Vic-Z3
Sun 22 Mar, 2015 19:46
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Guess the car price...
Replies: 14
Views: 3640

Re: Guess the car price...

5 out of 10 for me ............ Oh well back to my day job (Car Sales) ..... :oops:
by Vic-Z3
Fri 27 Feb, 2015 19:38
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Whats in your garage?
Replies: 31
Views: 11861

Re: Whats in your garage?

The Posh Garage Floor Award go's to ............. :)
by Vic-Z3
Tue 24 Feb, 2015 20:41
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: SOLD
Replies: 11
Views: 2301

Re: Radio Cassette & CD Changer from 2001 car

So a large box of Smarties is not on the cards then ............... :arrow:

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Shame ...... :wink:
by Vic-Z3
Tue 24 Feb, 2015 20:32
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Midland meet 16-08-15
Replies: 75
Views: 19546

Re: Midland meet 16-08-15

Put me an the better half down for this please ........ :thumb:

Vic-Z3 & Jill Z3 2.2i

Thank you
by Vic-Z3
Mon 23 Feb, 2015 18:36
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: RESEARCH - COMMENTS AND ASSISTANCE...
Replies: 7
Views: 2620

Re: RESEARCH - COMMENTS AND ASSISTANCE...

I like it ................................... :thumb:

Just need the lead to be around 4mtr imo.
by Vic-Z3
Sun 22 Feb, 2015 18:45
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Whats in your garage?
Replies: 31
Views: 11861

Re: Whats in your garage?

What's in my garage ............................. :arrow:

Anything my wife say's there is nowhere to put it in the house.
As luck has it I have a place still .............. :wink:
by Vic-Z3
Sun 22 Feb, 2015 18:24
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: HEEL HOLE IN FLOOR CARPET
Replies: 8
Views: 6144

Re: HEEL HOLE IN FLOOR CARPET

A bit late for me ............... :(
by Vic-Z3
Wed 18 Feb, 2015 21:01
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Unique ASC+T issue
Replies: 12
Views: 2390

Re: Unique ASC+T issue

Tyres are a good call....... Check the age of them and if they are budget type ones on the rear change them for something a lot better. At least then the tyres and mechanical grip will be up to a much better standard. I would also be checking for a dodgy ASC / Traction Control Module after that if i...
by Vic-Z3
Mon 09 Feb, 2015 19:00
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: anyone know what it could be?
Replies: 37
Views: 14160

Re: anyone know what it could be?

Hi again ............. I have just been outside in the dark with a torch and looked at exactly the part in question. Surprize surprize mine is just as split as yours ................ :( I can only think this is an inlet and not an outlet pipe as the rubber plug was so loose it would be blown off wit...
by Vic-Z3
Thu 29 Jan, 2015 12:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ebay supercharger
Replies: 6
Views: 1142

Re: ebay supercharger

I think you may have got a tube of glue in that airfix kit to fix the plane to the stand ..............Bargain..... :shock:
by Vic-Z3
Mon 26 Jan, 2015 19:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Water in boot
Replies: 88
Views: 25615

Re: Water in boot

I like ............................. :thumb:
by Vic-Z3
Wed 21 Jan, 2015 19:55
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Silverstone classic 2015
Replies: 16
Views: 5725

Re: Silverstone classic 2015

I shall be attending ........ :thumb:
by Vic-Z3
Tue 20 Jan, 2015 20:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: anyone know what it could be?
Replies: 37
Views: 14160

Re: anyone know what it could be?

I shall have a look in the daylight ........ :thumb:
by Vic-Z3
Mon 19 Jan, 2015 19:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: anyone know what it could be?
Replies: 37
Views: 14160

Re: anyone know what it could be?

I for one would like a pic of the part in question ............... please. I guess you have the same engine as mine? I have the 2.2i Sport Roadster M54B engine, very similar to this pic. http://users.belgacom.net/ddddv/engines/2300_gr.jpg Pingu has the M Roadster S50 engine according to his profile....
by Vic-Z3
Mon 19 Jan, 2015 19:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Water in boot
Replies: 88
Views: 25615

Re: Water in boot

Ummmmmm errrrrrrr I kinda see what you have done there, is it just me........ or could this not cause a problem done the line, with water welling in certain spots. As you have gone a bit postal on it, I would still use the crack cure to fill any possible well points. If points where being awarded he...
by Vic-Z3
Sun 18 Jan, 2015 21:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Choice, Z3 3.0 or Z4 3.0
Replies: 31
Views: 5935

Re: Choice, Z3 3.0 or Z4 3.0

I am 54 and still just touching six foot, not started the inevitable downward decline as yet, as my dad has at 91.
I find the Z3 Sports Seats to be fantastic and the inclusion of the heat through the back is a godsend, as I suffer
with a dickie back that don't like me sitting down for prolong periods.
by Vic-Z3
Sat 17 Jan, 2015 16:01
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Headlight Bulb Replace - 2002 2.2i
Replies: 10
Views: 2364

Re: Headlight Bulb Replace - 2002 2.2i

BMW Z3 2.2i March 02 Build. Dipped Beam Bulb Remove and Replacement. This is how I did mine: Note: If you have shovels for hands it might be a bit of a struggle on the passenger side. Not impossible just a tad tight for space. Do wear a pair of throw away latex/vinyl gloves as new and old bulb glass...
by Vic-Z3
Thu 15 Jan, 2015 19:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Headlight Bulb Replace - 2002 2.2i
Replies: 10
Views: 2364

Re: Headlight Bulb Replace - 2002 2.2i

Roll on sat morning and I can get a look .................. :)