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by Gordon13
Mon 16 Mar, 2015 07:16
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: LOW REV HESITATION
Replies: 4
Views: 958

Re: LOW REV HESITATION

Cam sensor is entierly possible. Failure only

logs a ' silent' fault code so no warning lights.

Get the codes read at a garage or some one that has carsoft or inpa.

There may be a member near you who can help, whereabouts are you??
by Gordon13
Sun 15 Mar, 2015 21:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: A little enhancement.
Replies: 2
Views: 721

A little enhancement.

A little treat for her, brushed alloy centre consol and hood switch repositioned to the front.

All we need now is some sunshine.

Image
by Gordon13
Wed 04 Mar, 2015 19:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Alarm de-activated, how to get it back??
Replies: 1
Views: 488

Alarm de-activated, how to get it back??

Went to my garage last weekend to check up on the Z The battery was flat, except for enough juice to put on the interior light. So, simple, remove battery take home and trickle charge. Well, not quite. The alarm goes off as soon as the battery is disconnected. Got the jump leads and unlocked it prop...
by Gordon13
Tue 20 Jan, 2015 19:27
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: better lighting?
Replies: 6
Views: 2294

Re: better lighting?

I used Osram nightbreakers, they made a big difference.
by Gordon13
Fri 02 Jan, 2015 18:58
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3 Half Car cover for sale ##Now Sold##
Replies: 1
Views: 795

Re: Z3 Half Car cover for sale

PM'd you.

Gordon
by Gordon13
Wed 31 Dec, 2014 08:09
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Window drop with hood operation ?
Replies: 12
Views: 3638

Re: Window drop with hood operation ?

Mmm, looks like I didnt think that through fully lol, of course it wouldn't work because of the hood micro switch !! Thanks Ian for the wiring guide and link. It appears that the same door latch is common between the coupe and roadster so, theoretically, if the signal wire could be found, it could p...
by Gordon13
Mon 29 Dec, 2014 20:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Window drop with hood operation ?
Replies: 12
Views: 3638

Window drop with hood operation ?

Is it possible to make the windows drop slightly when operating the hood? I have an electric hood and as per the hand book instructions drop the windows before operating it, but im sure ive seen some Z's doing it automatically? Is it a later software, and if so is it possible to upgrade? Regards Gor...
by Gordon13
Tue 07 Oct, 2014 20:40
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Best Vanos repair kit ?
Replies: 1
Views: 760

Best Vanos repair kit ?

So, Ive had the Z for a week and a half now and put lots of happy miles on it, however, it is displaying all the symptoms of Vanos failure, not rattling, but poor performance under 3k, and a pronounced 'hic up' as you pull away. Original owner had the inlet cam position sensor changed, ive found the...
by Gordon13
Wed 01 Oct, 2014 19:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Buzz topz any opinions?
Replies: 5
Views: 1747

Re: Buzz topz any opinions?

Amazing the difference 24 hours makes - every thing has changed !

Now have the Z stored under cover, so I am now after a light-weight dust cover ?
by Gordon13
Tue 30 Sep, 2014 21:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Buzz topz any opinions?
Replies: 5
Views: 1747

Re: Buzz topz any opinions?

Hi, The Buzztop cover has been 'discussed to death' in previous posts, if you do a search on this site for the thread you can read and arrive at your own conclusion. I had a friend who bought one and it faded terribly and left black marks on the paintwork, admittedly they left it on unused for a le...
by Gordon13
Tue 30 Sep, 2014 20:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Buzz topz any opinions?
Replies: 5
Views: 1747

Buzz topz any opinions?

I'm Looking to protect the car a bit over the winter and started looking at covers. I found a link to 'Buzz topz' on the BMWLand forum and the members there give them the thumbs up.

Any one have any experience or views on these ? they are less than half the price of Cabrio Shield ?
by Gordon13
Tue 30 Sep, 2014 19:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New car, happy boy (and wife) :)
Replies: 4
Views: 1324

New car, happy boy (and wife) :)

Thanks to all the advise from forum members on purchasing a Z3, this is what I have bought for a bit over 3K '51 2.2, 44,000 miles backed up with all the MOTs and service history (unfortunately not all BMW) Electric Hood, M sport electric heated seats, Electric mirrors, 6 CD changer. Done a few hund...
by Gordon13
Fri 19 Sep, 2014 16:12
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 purchase. Pros & Cons?
Replies: 16
Views: 3642

Re: Z3 purchase. Pros & Cons?

WOW huge response, thanks to every one that responded. Lots more info to peruse. Recon on a post 2000 car, 2.2,2.8 or 3.0. - I think that's right, im still a little rusty on the aray of engine choices. Vanos seems to be the Achilles heel. Which were single and which were twin ? Easy fix ? Thanks for...
by Gordon13
Wed 17 Sep, 2014 18:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 purchase. Pros & Cons?
Replies: 16
Views: 3642

Z3 purchase. Pros & Cons?

First post on this Forum so 'Hello' I was pointed in this direction on the BMWland forum (my current car is an E61 ) as I am looking at getting a Z3 for 'nice days' use. I've had the 2.2 suggested as a decent choice but is the 2.0 that much different? I don't think I need to go for a 2.8/3.0 Any com...