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by Rob Tan
Fri 04 Jun, 2010 00:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Windscreen wiper mechanism buzzing
Replies: 4
Views: 479

Bless you, Robert ..... some of us are slow learners! Andy did try to re-solder the solder, but our soldering iron is not good enough and not hot enough, so had no choice but to go see the professionals! This weekend I am hoping to put the glove-box back in and put the hard top on. We've got to adju...
by Rob Tan
Thu 03 Jun, 2010 20:47
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Windscreen wiper mechanism buzzing
Replies: 4
Views: 479

Got our auto electrician to re-solder the old solder and she's as good as new!
by Rob Tan
Sat 29 May, 2010 05:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Windscreen wiper mechanism buzzing
Replies: 4
Views: 479

Under investigation with my son; Here's a video of the fault: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrGpNGG762s&feature=player_embedded Hunted around for the clicking relay: http://i946.photobucket.com/albums/ad309/rmt2006/Z3.jpg This slides all the way off, took us a while before we realised it was ye...
by Rob Tan
Fri 28 May, 2010 01:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Windscreen wiper mechanism buzzing
Replies: 4
Views: 479

Windscreen wiper mechanism buzzing

At first I could not figure out what the horrible buzzing sound was (worse than the sound when you turn off the car and you get that buzzing to let you know your headlights are still on). Then last night I was out and wen I got home it was buzzing badly. I turned off the wipers and ... they remained...
by Rob Tan
Mon 24 May, 2010 20:38
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Very lucky escape
Replies: 8
Views: 1885

Wow!
by Rob Tan
Mon 24 May, 2010 20:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Strange behaviour
Replies: 18
Views: 1457

The whole DIY is really satisfying. I had never tried any such thing till I bought my Z3 and my son, Andy, said we could retro fit the roll bars ourselves, and replace the seat bushings and electric seat switch. And we DID! It was the most fun I had had in ages, and it removed all fear I had about w...
by Rob Tan
Mon 24 May, 2010 20:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Winter Use
Replies: 8
Views: 949

I was at martial arts classes. It was PELTING down, and hailing! IN between classes I sprinted to my car to make sure it was not leaking, and then sprinted back. The car was FINE. No leak anywhere. I, on the other had, was drenched!
by Rob Tan
Sun 23 May, 2010 10:07
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: How long should I keep the hard top on?
Replies: 5
Views: 488

Yes, Titan, it is one spoiled little car....what can I say, I love it more NOW than I did when I bought it!
by Rob Tan
Sun 23 May, 2010 08:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: How long should I keep the hard top on?
Replies: 5
Views: 488

http://i946.photobucket.com/albums/ad309/rmt2006/DSC02553.jpg Ahhh, so I should keep this ON when I fold the top down! I got the star cover (polarfleece) to keep the soft top clean. When the wind is blowing the dust and dirt comes UNDER the garage door. I did not think of leaving it ON! The black t...
by Rob Tan
Sat 22 May, 2010 23:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: How long should I keep the hard top on?
Replies: 5
Views: 488

How long should I keep the hard top on?

Hi everyone Winter is starting to bite over here in NZ. I am going to put the hard top on, and just wanted to ask your advice. How long should I leave it on? I plan to wash the car first so that when I do fold down the soft top it will be clean and dry. But I don't want to damage my soft top, (had a...
by Rob Tan
Sat 22 May, 2010 22:57
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: My new Z3
Replies: 52
Views: 12989

Good looking Z3. It's nice to get to fix things up, because it makes the car more your own.
by Rob Tan
Tue 04 May, 2010 20:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Possible grounds for divorce ?
Replies: 20
Views: 2508

White Rose ....I'm a bit speechless ... but I'd be thinking "What can I get out of this?" She's SO going to owe you, so: new paint job, new Harley motorbike, new soft top/hard top, ....what can you now get that you always wanted. I am of course assuming the Z is repairable? Can't see the f...
by Rob Tan
Tue 27 Apr, 2010 20:56
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Touching up paint chips
Replies: 12
Views: 2787

Your responses are very timely as I have not yet done this task and have been thinking about it again lately. I know I won't get a perfect finish, but I want them touched up so they don't stand out so much, and so that the metal underneath is better protected. Your guidance and advice greatly apprec...
by Rob Tan
Sat 24 Apr, 2010 23:35
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Roll on tomorrow!!!
Replies: 28
Views: 2526

Hi Shieldz. You'll just keep on loving that car!!! I have spent a bit on mine to get things up to scratch...which just makes me love it even more. And mine is a 1.9, so quite economical. The day I got mine I took it straight in for new tires and a wheel balance. Since then have replaced a few things...
by Rob Tan
Sat 24 Apr, 2010 05:32
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Any budding writers out there?
Replies: 9
Views: 980

So, Mike...you gonna get in there and do this?!
by Rob Tan
Thu 22 Apr, 2010 02:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: retrofit rollbars now complete ( pics )
Replies: 9
Views: 948

They look GREAT! And they do look like they have always been there! Nice job. We retrofitted them in ours too, and it was great fun!

Nice work!!!
by Rob Tan
Thu 22 Apr, 2010 02:53
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Spot The Difference
Replies: 9
Views: 1379

Blue soft top looks great. And the new wheels look great too!
by Rob Tan
Mon 19 Apr, 2010 23:11
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New soft top needed - recommendations ?
Replies: 12
Views: 2035

I'm over in NZ, and had a Robbins soft top put on last December. It looks great and we haven't had any problems with it.
by Rob Tan
Sat 17 Apr, 2010 07:17
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Fred Dads Z3
Replies: 12
Views: 1885

Beautiful looking car!
by Rob Tan
Sat 17 Apr, 2010 07:16
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Fitting Roll Bars..
Replies: 4
Views: 645

My son and I retrofitted rolls bars and trim off a wrecked Z3 into our Z3. Took us half the day .... but it was actually kind of fun. It's not difficult so long as you have all the parts you need.
by Rob Tan
Sat 17 Apr, 2010 07:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Volcanic Ash
Replies: 48
Views: 5164

This is the time you need a good car cover, I guess. Grateful that I'm over here in NZ!
by Rob Tan
Sat 17 Apr, 2010 07:11
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Roll on tomorrow!!!
Replies: 28
Views: 2526

WELCOME to theshields ... and I think your wife will come around. It's art on wheels, or "fashion on wheels" so how can she NOT come to love that car too!
by Rob Tan
Mon 12 Apr, 2010 04:38
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: hi all
Replies: 27
Views: 2085

Welcome. I think you'll enjoy it here. Nice people, great advice and HEAPS of experience and knowledge about Zs!
by Rob Tan
Mon 12 Apr, 2010 04:37
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Z3 2.8 - 1st time z3 owner
Replies: 17
Views: 2138

BEAUTIFUL Z3. Montreal blue?
by Rob Tan
Mon 05 Apr, 2010 03:44
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: JOURNAL - Z3 Individual - Sold!
Replies: 266
Views: 78335

I am surprised that the bra looks that good. Like you I wouldn't leave it on all the time...thanks for posting the pics.
by Rob Tan
Sun 04 Apr, 2010 22:13
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: BMW Z3M Center Console Surrounds - SOLD
Replies: 12
Views: 1713

I'm sorry I'm sorry I'm sorry ...but ... that is a really nice nob!
by Rob Tan
Sun 04 Apr, 2010 22:07
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 1.9 Clutch Replacement?
Replies: 4
Views: 538

Is it ever worth considering getting the parts of a wrecked Z3? Or are they likely to be damaged?
by Rob Tan
Sun 04 Apr, 2010 22:02
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New owner introducing myself
Replies: 15
Views: 921

Chappers! What a great looking car!!! If the replacement of the back window was a dodgy job, I would be very careful about hosing it. In fact, I'd get IN the car and then get someone to hose it. Check for water coming IN. And have a towel ready in case it is. Also check the boot AFTER hosing to make...
by Rob Tan
Sun 04 Apr, 2010 21:55
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rear Windows
Replies: 10
Views: 1493

I am not certain here...but my understanding would be that you could take the car to a really good auto trimmer and they should be able to remove the soft top and replace the window. This would demand a highly recommended auto trimmer! The person who replaced the plastic window in ours, before I bou...
by Rob Tan
Sun 04 Apr, 2010 21:53
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Wing Mirror Knightmare
Replies: 13
Views: 821

I think if someone broke the mirror of my Z3 I'd go ever so slightly ballistic!
by Rob Tan
Sat 03 Apr, 2010 05:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: should i buy 1
Replies: 32
Views: 2430

When I first started considering a Z3 I made the decision to go and sit in one. I figured I'd either hate it or like it, and if it was 'hate' then better I know now. Well ... I sat in one and fell in love with it. It felt like 'home'. I didn't buy that one (it was automatic and I wanted a manual dri...
by Rob Tan
Thu 01 Apr, 2010 10:03
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: HI, New Zroadster forum member
Replies: 15
Views: 1591

Every time I see a Z3 I am amazed at how they look like such a work of art. My heart flutters every time.
by Rob Tan
Tue 30 Mar, 2010 21:13
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Updated pictures before the new roof is fitted AND TOPLESS!!
Replies: 74
Views: 8417

the zip should be visible from the inside...I think
by Rob Tan
Tue 30 Mar, 2010 20:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: The second coming
Replies: 8
Views: 918

beemz, well done. I love my Z3 so much ... no other car even comes close.
by Rob Tan
Sat 27 Mar, 2010 01:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Nasty accident involving a Z3
Replies: 15
Views: 1282

That kitten pic made me feel all happy again...
by Rob Tan
Sat 27 Mar, 2010 01:23
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Updated pictures before the new roof is fitted AND TOPLESS!!
Replies: 74
Views: 8417

We had a news soft top installed in December and our auto trim guy was brilliant and made sure we had no leaks. I was at a martial arts class last Wednesday evening and it starting bucketing down! Between classes I sprinted through the pouring rain to make sure car wasn't leaking! Car was fine .... ...
by Rob Tan
Thu 25 Mar, 2010 20:01
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: HI, New Zroadster forum member
Replies: 15
Views: 1591

Hi indizee
Sitting in my Z3 is one of my favourite places in the world!
by Rob Tan
Fri 19 Mar, 2010 21:06
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: New fog lights Better Pictures Added
Replies: 29
Views: 2762

Bunty???? Somewhere in this thread someone called their car 'Bunty', which made me wonder what other names we all have for our precious Z3s?
by Rob Tan
Fri 19 Mar, 2010 21:04
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Got a bit carried away on Ebay...now with pictures
Replies: 66
Views: 7469

How on Earth foes all of THAT fit into a Z3??? Please post pics once the job is completed. I can't wait to see from the underside and the top. It looks more like something that should power a small rocket ship ..... or are you just THAT kind of driver? :wink:
by Rob Tan
Fri 19 Mar, 2010 05:09
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: New fog lights Better Pictures Added
Replies: 29
Views: 2762

Tori, the car is looking GREAT!
by Rob Tan
Mon 15 Mar, 2010 19:27
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: New Z3 owner
Replies: 9
Views: 883

VERY NICE looking Z!
by Rob Tan
Sun 14 Mar, 2010 20:17
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Ok my car might be a bit marmite but...
Replies: 38
Views: 2331

no no no no no pink and beige do NOT go together!
by Rob Tan
Thu 11 Mar, 2010 21:07
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: New hotness -> Schubert Motorsport Z4 GT3
Replies: 2
Views: 1759

I could tolerate driving that....javascript:emoticon(':)')
by Rob Tan
Thu 11 Mar, 2010 08:13
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Wish me luck
Replies: 19
Views: 1544

Michael, that is great news. Congrats!
by Rob Tan
Wed 03 Mar, 2010 21:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: newbie on installing fog lights
Replies: 11
Views: 806

We don't get a lot of winter fog here in NZ, but if we DO I want to be clearly visible to other drivers -- and to see where I am going. I think there are two points of view on fog lights, and that's fine. If you want them, put them in, if you don't then don't put them in. It's a bit like having a wo...
by Rob Tan
Tue 02 Mar, 2010 20:52
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Magnetic Stoneguards (black)
Replies: 197
Views: 25649

The stone guards look great, but I think they look the sexiest on a RED Z3!
by Rob Tan
Mon 01 Mar, 2010 23:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: new hom for Tims knob
Replies: 19
Views: 1186

:shock:
by Rob Tan
Mon 01 Mar, 2010 20:37
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Magnetic Stoneguards (black)
Replies: 197
Views: 25649

Image

Finally managed to get a pic.

And yes, those are door protector strips. Not sure the door protector strips will stay on, I have noticed a bit of rubbing on the paint...and yes, those are mirror covers.
by Rob Tan
Mon 01 Mar, 2010 20:24
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Magnetic Stoneguards (black)
Replies: 197
Views: 25649

I think you should PM Hang em High. Might be able to work our a deal.
by Rob Tan
Mon 01 Mar, 2010 20:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: new hom for Tims knob
Replies: 19
Views: 1186

Well, Titan .... I have been loath to say it but .... everywhere I look I see your knob .

(I mean on the forum!)

And it will take only as long to live down as it takes someone else to offer us something so deliciously fun (Sheesh, even THAT sounds rude!!!)

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