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by Bloke
Wed 01 Aug, 2007 19:50
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Optimax/Super Unleaded etc..
Replies: 30
Views: 3091

Tescos 99 is just as good as V power but 3p/litre less. High octane fuels are only essential in high compression ratio engines such as the ///M. Well mine is not an ///M, but a 3 litre and I get a difference - 30 MPG instead of 25 I second that, I ONLY have a 3.0ltr Z4 and I always use Shell V-Powe...
by Bloke
Wed 01 Aug, 2007 09:16
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Photo's of Dunsfold 29/07/2007
Replies: 39
Views: 7103

garythefish wrote:I'm sure there are some that haven't posted yet :lol: :lol: :lol:

Gazza.
I have a couple of Classic Gary photos, :twisted: :twisted:

sorry for the delay been a tad busy organising a house move, so ill get to them later this week,

Bloke
by Bloke
Mon 30 Jul, 2007 11:42
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMWCC Nurburgring Driver Training 2007
Replies: 18
Views: 1834

Re: BMWCC Nurburgring Driver Training 2007

As usual I'm attending this 3 day event again this year and you'll be delighted to know that a number of ZRNet members are taking up the challenge this year! Some of the site's Moderators are going in convoy - Spokey, Rob Bruce and I leave for the Ring at some unholy hour on Sunday morning. The ear...
by Bloke
Sat 28 Jul, 2007 21:34
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Dunsfold Park - Pre Event Meet
Replies: 36
Views: 5033

unfortunately, weather is not looking so good for tomorrow...

http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/tod ... =guildford

Cya all tomorrow

Bloke
by Bloke
Sat 28 Jul, 2007 10:43
Forum: Performance
Topic: Disa
Replies: 6
Views: 1251

Re: Disa

No - it is a flap valve on the manifold, fitted to all M52TU cars, and also - in a different form - the 1.9. When open, all six cylinders share a common manifold, but when closed, the manifold is seperated into two sections, so feeding the front and rear sets of three cylinders from seperate sectio...
by Bloke
Fri 27 Jul, 2007 16:02
Forum: Performance
Topic: Disa
Replies: 6
Views: 1251

Hi Zoro,

excuse my ignorance, what is a DISA?

Bloke
by Bloke
Thu 26 Jul, 2007 14:01
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Dunsfold Park - Pre Event Meet
Replies: 36
Views: 5033

08:30 ish OK for me, although I doubt we need 90mins from south mimms to Guildford? anyhow, will see you all at south mimms just gotta agree on meeting point (petrol station or services?) anyhow i can PM mobile numbers etc. see you on sunday Bart Car park at the services is good, somwhere in the mi...
by Bloke
Wed 25 Jul, 2007 20:25
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Dunsfold Park - Pre Event Meet
Replies: 36
Views: 5033

Rocketman wrote:Hi there Bloke and Bart,

South Mimms is ideal for me. Anyone want to come up with a meet time?

Cheers

Jeremy
Hey Bart , Hey Jeremy

Ok, what sort of time? 8:30 ish?

Bloke
by Bloke
Wed 25 Jul, 2007 10:37
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Newbie here...
Replies: 9
Views: 1599

Re: Newbie here...

This is the one I had before... the steering on this was a nightmare, so I was really unsure of getting another - but the 3.0i handles like a dream, you can actualy let go of the wheel and it doesn't try to go the other way... and its on runflats...! Get rid of the run flats, you will have even mor...
by Bloke
Wed 25 Jul, 2007 08:48
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Dunsfold Park - Pre Event Meet
Replies: 36
Views: 5033

Right I'm all signed up for the Dunsfold trip and BBQ. Reading this thread I see a few people are meeting up on the way. I can come down M11 or A1M. South Mimms would be idealfor me to meet up with anyone whose going that way but I'm open to other ideas. Please let me know, always more impressive t...
by Bloke
Wed 25 Jul, 2007 08:33
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Here She Is !
Replies: 13
Views: 1928

Welcome to the Z4 club matey :lol: :lol:

Bloke
by Bloke
Mon 23 Jul, 2007 11:49
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Dunsfold Park - Pre Event Meet
Replies: 36
Views: 5033

Hi Guys,

Ill def have to meet somewhere,
South Mimms is normally the place of choice, but wherever? :lol:

Bloke
by Bloke
Fri 20 Jul, 2007 11:38
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: bonnet catch
Replies: 4
Views: 629

Have somone apply a little pressure on the front of the bonnet when you pull the lever.

that might release it..

Then a bit of WD40...

Bloke
by Bloke
Wed 18 Jul, 2007 08:56
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: I just fitted angel eyes :)
Replies: 5
Views: 1377

It looks like I'm going to put my old ones back in. Stuff I couldn't test until nightfall. I have no high beam, I have it when I push the stalk forward but when I pull it back nothing. When the lights are off if I pull the stalk back the standard xenon beam comes on but will not witch off unless I ...
by Bloke
Tue 17 Jul, 2007 19:31
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: I just fitted angel eyes :)
Replies: 5
Views: 1377

What are you doing with your old xenon lights, and can they be retro fitted to a 2003 Z4 3.0ltr :P :P

Cheers

Bloke
by Bloke
Tue 17 Jul, 2007 15:36
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Tyres & Run Flats
Replies: 12
Views: 2090

Thanks for all the replies. I decided to go with a pair of Goodyear Eagle F1's for the front pair. Been driving steadily for the past few days, giving the car a good poke every now & again and all seems well. Have to say though, it's made a huge difference in the ride. It's so much smoother and...
by Bloke
Sun 15 Jul, 2007 20:48
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Z4 red leather wearing badly
Replies: 5
Views: 1115

tetchmeister wrote:No problems with my Red leather, March 04 registered, and its a daily driver for me, so used all the time.
(Maybe I just get into the car more gently....!!)
Trying to suggest something...... :lol: :lol:
by Bloke
Sat 14 Jul, 2007 18:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: How many have you had?
Replies: 34
Views: 2900

2.0ltr Cosmos Z3 (Remapped facelift model)
Current 3.0ltr Toledo Blue (Remapped) Z4 :twisted:

Bloke
by Bloke
Sat 14 Jul, 2007 15:37
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Light Covers for european Trip
Replies: 0
Views: 755

Light Covers for european Trip

I have an original euroopean Light cover set, the sort you stick to your lights when you go abroad.

PN 63 12 9 071 687

This is for a Post Face lift Z3

Any (reasonable) offer secures

Bloke

:lol:
by Bloke
Sat 14 Jul, 2007 07:44
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Z4 red leather wearing badly
Replies: 5
Views: 1115

Hi Steve, My Black leather has done the same on the driver side, I questioned it whilst my car was in warranty, and it was refused, Although my car had 20,000 miles on it at that time. so with 7.5k you might be in a better position. Worth asking for a good will claim next time you are at your Steale...
by Bloke
Fri 13 Jul, 2007 14:56
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: new z3 owner
Replies: 11
Views: 2147

Dave L wrote:Welcome and good luck with your new motor.
garythefish wrote:Welcome to the forum................you are a 'Killer'

Gazza.
Gazza,
You are showing your age! So who did the vocals?

Dave L
Seal :lol: :lol:
by Bloke
Fri 13 Jul, 2007 06:12
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: AC Scnitzer Pedals for sale
Replies: 9
Views: 2327

garythefish wrote:I couldn't possibly enter into a bidding war

How much did he offer?


Gazza.

Now where are those Morerators when you need them.....

Send me a PM and ill tell you :lol:

Bloke
by Bloke
Thu 12 Jul, 2007 20:05
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: AC Scnitzer Pedals for sale
Replies: 9
Views: 2327

Bidding war... :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:


Bloke
by Bloke
Thu 12 Jul, 2007 14:21
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wind deflector for Roll Hoop Z3
Replies: 1
Views: 937

Now sold...

:P
by Bloke
Thu 12 Jul, 2007 14:20
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: AC Scnitzer Pedals for sale
Replies: 9
Views: 2327

Now sold... :P
by Bloke
Wed 11 Jul, 2007 22:10
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: AC Scnitzer Pedals for sale
Replies: 9
Views: 2327

AC Scnitzer Pedals for sale

I have a set of ACSchnitzer pedals for sale, used for about 6 months before I sold my Z3, cleaned up nicely,

Clutch and brake and Accelerator pedal covers in Chrome effect
first decentish offer secures (+ Postage £5)

If not ill bung em on ebay this weekend..

Bloke
by Bloke
Tue 10 Jul, 2007 16:32
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wind deflector for Roll Hoop Z3
Replies: 1
Views: 937

Wind deflector for Roll Hoop Z3

I still have Used wind deflector for Roll Hoops for sale, good condition

First decent offer secures... ( can collect or ship)

If it doesnt go soon, its on ebay at the weekend. :lol: :lol:



Bloke
by Bloke
Tue 10 Jul, 2007 16:29
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Tyres & Run Flats
Replies: 12
Views: 2090

I ran the original Brigestones (35,000 miles, that surprised me) and Dunlop SP9000 on the rear. I had all sorts of traction issues. As soon as I changed the fronts to Dunlops, the issues went away.... ( although they are good tyres they do wear quite quickly, I went through the rears in 8,000 miles....
by Bloke
Wed 04 Jul, 2007 21:59
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: ITV4's Used Car Roadshow would like to film a BMW Z1
Replies: 2
Views: 625

Spokey, were are you ...

You can have 15 mins of fame :lol: :lol: :lol:

Bloke
by Bloke
Sun 24 Jun, 2007 21:01
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Combining my hobbies (photography and the lovely motor).....
Replies: 10
Views: 3014

Lovely pics :) Have you been ok with the font on your number plate? I had to go for the bog standard cos was told that they are very strict with reg plates (I like the font you have used on yours). Hes been handy with photoshop or some other program, its not a real plate.... :lol: Nice car though, ...
by Bloke
Fri 22 Jun, 2007 07:28
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Lights out in London
Replies: 13
Views: 1302

I took part, sort of, turned all the lights off.. not the telly though.... :twisted:
Did light a candle though, and could see loads around where I live so that is good.

I even turned my desktop computer off............. :bawl: :bawl: :bawl: thats a first in about a year.


Bloke
by Bloke
Wed 20 Jun, 2007 18:25
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: M Roadster for sale at local (non BMW dealer)
Replies: 8
Views: 1011

Ok, being a complete S54 nerd, I can tell you that of the 14 Estorils I've noted, 11 of them have Estoril + Black inside, 3 have all black. And just to make it interesting, 10 have blue soft tops and 4 have black. :nerd: :nerd: A. :nerd: :nerd: :nerd: :nerd: :nerd: :nerd: :nerd: :nerd: :nerd:
by Bloke
Tue 19 Jun, 2007 20:26
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: The Baur is dead!
Replies: 16
Views: 1536

Bad news matey, was a good car.....

:wave RIP

Bloke
by Bloke
Tue 19 Jun, 2007 13:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: mixing tyre question-updated-F1's are awesome!
Replies: 26
Views: 2445

I ran 255's on my2.0ltr Facelift Z3 a few years ago, just gave the back end a more purposeful look :lol:

I also wouldnt suggest mixing tyres, either get 4 new, or match the 2 you are changing, always good advice on a Zed.

Bloke
by Bloke
Tue 19 Jun, 2007 13:19
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: The Phoenix has been stolen
Replies: 154
Views: 21155

Congrats, glad the whole saga is finally over...

Bloke
by Bloke
Sun 17 Jun, 2007 18:54
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z4 Rear Lights Black Tinted
Replies: 2
Views: 1358

Not sure if I like those,

would probably look good on a black car..


Bloke
by Bloke
Fri 15 Jun, 2007 15:46
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Warning Light
Replies: 2
Views: 653

I can only confirm the symbol for you, Bloke. It is indeed the brake pad warning light. The Z3 manual (yes I know you have a Z4, but BMW are consistent! :wink:): If the warning lamp for the brake pads comes on: The brake pads have reached their minimum pad thickness. Proceed to the nearest BMW cent...
by Bloke
Fri 15 Jun, 2007 14:45
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Warning Light
Replies: 2
Views: 653

Warning Light

Im sure this is the brake warning sign, Its in orange. It popped up this morning, then disappeared.... I cant look at my brochure as it got soaked when I had a leak into the boot.... But that is another story.. :head: :head: so... If it is the brake disks, how long can I run on them till I change th...
by Bloke
Thu 14 Jun, 2007 21:43
Forum: Site Announcements and Feedback
Topic: New moderator - RobBruce
Replies: 17
Views: 5383

Ello Ello Ello


:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

Bloke
by Bloke
Thu 14 Jun, 2007 16:20
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Red Z8
Replies: 13
Views: 1478

Alfie wrote:I'd like a Z8 when I grow up.

A.
That will never happen then :twisted: :twisted:

Bloke
by Bloke
Sun 10 Jun, 2007 21:06
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Norfolk ... we're back!
Replies: 25
Views: 3463

Hey Fella,


Great weekend, thanks for the effort put in, im sure you will sleep well tonight....


thanks

Bloke + Mrs Bloke
by Bloke
Sun 10 Jun, 2007 18:34
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Norfolk ... we're back!
Replies: 25
Views: 3463

Hey Fella,


Great weekend, thanks for the effort put in, im sure you will sleep well tonight....


thanks

Bloke + Mrs Bloke
by Bloke
Fri 08 Jun, 2007 13:09
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: 8-10 June 07: Norfolk and Use - ZRoadster's Big 2007 Cruise
Replies: 179
Views: 29528

See you all soon :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Bloke
Fri 08 Jun, 2007 05:09
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: aol v sky broadband
Replies: 16
Views: 1314

estocks wrote:Clicky.
Ta Muchly....

saved me a bit of berowsing :lol: :lol:

Bloke
by Bloke
Fri 08 Jun, 2007 05:08
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: aol v sky broadband
Replies: 16
Views: 1314

Elliot_D wrote:Am i correct in saying if i were to go sky BB i could connect the wireless router sky uses to the desctop pc in another way ? eg ethernet cable to get a faster connection, im not really needing wireless capability at the mo.
Correct, it has a 4 port switch on it


Bloke
by Bloke
Thu 07 Jun, 2007 21:43
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: aol v sky broadband
Replies: 16
Views: 1314

I thought they used the mac addresses to authenticate them, Ive never looked at the username details etc.... mine has been spot on, get 4MBit where I am. Bloke Sort of. The password is the MAC address, but the actual MAC of the device is never checked. Sky are using a bastardized version of the Net...
by Bloke
Thu 07 Jun, 2007 17:42
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Norfolk: Email sent out!
Replies: 7
Views: 1493

Got it ;-)

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Bloke
Thu 07 Jun, 2007 16:36
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: Hi...New Z4M Owner
Replies: 2
Views: 2601

Good luck mate,

make sure you post some pics.


Bloke
by Bloke
Thu 07 Jun, 2007 16:33
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Norfolk Run - South East Meet-up
Replies: 10
Views: 1774

Any other takers then?


( no comments from you spokey) :lol: :lol: :lol:

Bloke
by Bloke
Thu 07 Jun, 2007 16:17
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: aol v sky broadband
Replies: 16
Views: 1314

Sky BB is fantastic as long as it works. If you ever need to call their support team then G*d help you. They're Muppets. The Netgear modem Sky supply is far from Netgear's best effort. On some lines it works without issue, but on others its a disaster. My brother has it all working fine for months,...