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by Buz007
Tue 06 Jan, 2015 23:20
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Brakes - help
Replies: 8
Views: 3142

Re: Brakes - help

Thanks guys,

Won't the brake pipes clamp to save bleeding the whole system?
by Buz007
Thu 01 Jan, 2015 21:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Brakes - help
Replies: 8
Views: 3142

Re: Brakes - help

Cheers chaps much obliged
by Buz007
Wed 31 Dec, 2014 20:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Brakes - help
Replies: 8
Views: 3142

Brakes - help

Hi Everyone, I'm putting a list of jobs together for the new year, one of which is to remove andrespray the brake calipers. I was wondering if anyone had done this recently and knew the thread direction of the main bolt which holds the calipers for all 4 corners? Just to save me sweating at the end ...
by Buz007
Fri 05 Dec, 2014 22:17
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: To start or not to start?
Replies: 22
Views: 5880

Re: To start or not to start?

For the past 5 years every November I've put mine in the garage with the brakes copper greased and handbrake off, alarm off, roof unlocked, oil changed, full tank of petrol, cleaned and waxed and just sat for 6/7 months... No charger just a tailor made Z3 car cover and without fail....she starts up ...
by Buz007
Sat 11 Oct, 2014 20:09
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: working on the z3
Replies: 3
Views: 980

Re: working on the z3

Sounds like my perfect satuarday too! :D
by Buz007
Thu 21 Aug, 2014 12:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Lowest mileage Z3?
Replies: 33
Views: 7111

Re: Lowest mileage Z3?

does it really matter these days what the little digital number is on the dashboard?? I have seen far more cars belonging to forum members that have maybe 80-90k miles that are immaculate, I would much rather have than these than some mega low mileage example which hasn't even been run in yet!! Just...
by Buz007
Mon 11 Aug, 2014 10:42
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: RENT-A-GARAGE!
Replies: 5
Views: 1729

RENT-A-GARAGE!

Hello All, A mate of mine is currently in the process of setting up a new business which is renting ramps in a warehouse he owns nr M62. He's basically kitted it out into 3 'bays' which can be rented for people to do their own maintenance/parts swaps/brakes etc, you can get the car up on the ramps a...
by Buz007
Mon 11 Aug, 2014 10:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Lowest mileage Z3?
Replies: 33
Views: 7111

Re: Lowest mileage Z3?

spurs fan in a coupe wrote:I'd break it
BRILLIANT! :D LOL
by Buz007
Fri 08 Aug, 2014 22:59
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: BMW Business Radio & 6 CD Changer Free
Replies: 3
Views: 1414

Re: BMW Business Radio & 6 CD Changer Free

Many thanks to Mr Ragtop. I will post separately but if anyone is interested in purchasing a Becker head unit which has all manuals and CDs for sat nav the. Pm me. All proceeds of the sale will go directly to the forum.

Buz
by Buz007
Thu 07 Aug, 2014 22:09
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale 1.9 SS Cobra exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 1736

Re: For Sale 1.9 SS Cobra exhaust

Excellent, cheers boss. Will be having a go at the weekend :D
by Buz007
Tue 05 Aug, 2014 09:04
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale - complete beige interior
Replies: 2
Views: 491

Re: For Sale - complete beige interior

Hi Andy,

Would you flog the beige floormats separately?

Cheers

Marc
by Buz007
Mon 04 Aug, 2014 11:21
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale 1.9 SS Cobra exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 1736

Re: For Sale 1.9 SS Cobra exhaust

So with a bit of luck it looks like I have finally broken SFIAC and he's sold it to me :D does anyone have any tips for fitting these to a 1.9 or a link to a thread?

Cheers
by Buz007
Tue 22 Jul, 2014 21:18
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale 1.9 SS Cobra exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 1736

Re: For Sale 1.9 SS Cobra exhaust

Offer still stands pal! Plus I get paid next week! :D
by Buz007
Wed 25 Jun, 2014 17:28
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale 1.9 SS Cobra exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 1736

Re: For Sale 1.9 SS Cobra exhaust

!!! Bump :D
by Buz007
Wed 25 Jun, 2014 11:50
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Otley Carnival
Replies: 1
Views: 1199

Otley Carnival

I promise you it wasnt my idea but my schools carnival theme this year was James Bond! the music teacher having seen the car when i brought it to work for an MOT insisted it become part of the parade! We had a great day and finished 2nd! few pics.... http://i814.photobucket.com/albums/zz61/buz007/IM...
by Buz007
Wed 25 Jun, 2014 11:31
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Le Mans24
Replies: 26
Views: 1799

Re: Le Mans24

I was on holiday in france while Le Mans was on, heading for St Hillaire De Rias in the Vendee had to drive right past Le Mans. I saw a black Z just after I got off the Boat at calais on the 12th, saw some amaizing motors from calais to Le Mans. Made the drive much more interesting! wrapped Astons, ...
by Buz007
Sat 31 May, 2014 21:21
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Tools FOR SALE
Replies: 1
Views: 471

Tools FOR SALE

Hello All, Sadly my great uncle died last year. He was a foreman mechanic and taught me all I know about cars. He left me a literal shed load of tools, some of which I have kept but most of which are duplicating what I already have or are just beyond my skill level. I've attached some pics of the hu...
by Buz007
Fri 30 May, 2014 22:23
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: "JAMES BOND" Limited series..??
Replies: 4
Views: 1378

Re: "JAMES BOND" Limited series..??

And I'm pretty sure all the engines were 1.9..... :nerd:
by Buz007
Fri 30 May, 2014 22:22
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: "JAMES BOND" Limited series..??
Replies: 4
Views: 1378

Re: "JAMES BOND" Limited series..??

Marcus Neimen catalogue in USA offered a limited edition Goldeneye version with a plaque, some 007 floormats, a rear luggage rack and walnut centre console. It cost around $5000 more than the standard car and apart from the coulour (Atlanta Blue) looked nothing like the actual car from the film! Min...
by Buz007
Fri 30 May, 2014 22:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Shock absorbers
Replies: 9
Views: 780

Re: Shock absorbers

I've just had both my rears replaced today during the MOT and could tell the difference immediately, went for the dearer ones at £46 each but was given the option of cheaper ones at £33 each, £60 quid to fit!
by Buz007
Mon 26 May, 2014 06:42
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Induction Kit
Replies: 2
Views: 706

Re: Induction Kit

Hi mate, I've fitted the k&n to my 1.9 and it is pretty straight forward there is a hole in the back of the cone for the sensor, it's just clicks in
by Buz007
Mon 26 May, 2014 06:39
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: M Roadster owner from tomorrow
Replies: 15
Views: 2780

Re: M Roadster owner from tomorrow

Another gem. Brilliant :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Buz007
Sat 03 May, 2014 06:18
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: MIDWEEK HUMOUR....
Replies: 16
Views: 2183

Re: MIDWEEK HUMOUR....

I never realised this was the benny hill forum? What's with the influx of poor smut? Can the moderators do something about this. We have female members too. It's quite pathetic
by Buz007
Tue 22 Apr, 2014 05:48
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: 1.9 OEM EXHAUST
Replies: 3
Views: 422

Re: 1.9 OEM EXHAUST

Full lot! :D
by Buz007
Mon 21 Apr, 2014 22:11
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: 1.9 OEM EXHAUST
Replies: 3
Views: 422

1.9 OEM EXHAUST

I'm selling my perfectly good standard exhaust to hopefully go towards funding a performance exhaust from spurs fan in a coupe. Any takers? I'm in Leeds
It's covered 65k summer use only. Can post pics if interested
Cheers
by Buz007
Fri 11 Apr, 2014 06:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: front caliper changes
Replies: 43
Views: 3591

Re: front caliper changes

Why does the word 'bleed nipple' always make me wince? :cry:
by Buz007
Wed 09 Apr, 2014 05:45
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Not ready yet's Z3
Replies: 13
Views: 4496

Re: Not ready yet's Z3

Wow, great colour combo
by Buz007
Mon 07 Apr, 2014 20:02
Forum: Performance
Topic: IS THIS FOR REAL???
Replies: 7
Views: 2616

Re: IS THIS FOR REAL???

Nice one. Fingers crossed Mr Spursfaninacoupe comes up trumps for me! :)
by Buz007
Mon 07 Apr, 2014 19:44
Forum: Performance
Topic: IS THIS FOR REAL???
Replies: 7
Views: 2616

Re: IS THIS FOR REAL???

Cheers mugs, any idea where you purchase from? :oops:
by Buz007
Mon 07 Apr, 2014 05:35
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: DavidZ3's 2000 1.9i Z3 - Scarlett
Replies: 104
Views: 29403

Re: DavidZ3's 2000 1.9i Z3 - Scarlett

Do you have to put this back on using a torque wrench?
by Buz007
Sun 06 Apr, 2014 20:27
Forum: Performance
Topic: IS THIS FOR REAL???
Replies: 7
Views: 2616

IS THIS FOR REAL???

have been toying with the idea of a stainless exhaust this summer, bit better sounding and maybe a few more bhp? then I looked on ebay and saw the price :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Z3-1-9-STAINLESS-STEEL-CATBACK-CAT-BACK-EXHAUST-SYSTEM-W-ROLL...
by Buz007
Tue 01 Apr, 2014 19:25
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: New Zzzz coming
Replies: 3
Views: 1561

Re: New Zzzz coming

Worth reversing my vasectomy for... :cry:
by Buz007
Tue 01 Apr, 2014 19:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Progress on my Z3 - pix
Replies: 10
Views: 1665

Re: Progress on my Z3 - pix

Looks good to me! :nerd:
by Buz007
Fri 28 Mar, 2014 21:20
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: SEATBELT GUIDE FIX AVAILABLE
Replies: 1
Views: 260

Re: SEATBELT GUIDE FIX AVAILABLE

How much?
by Buz007
Thu 27 Mar, 2014 10:34
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Matte Black Window Surround
Replies: 4
Views: 2084

Re: Matte Black Window Surround

no probs pal, good luck with the retrim! :squeeze:
by Buz007
Wed 26 Mar, 2014 22:19
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Matte Black Window Surround
Replies: 4
Views: 2084

Re: Matte Black Window Surround

Bump for Mugs
by Buz007
Wed 19 Mar, 2014 20:28
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 38
Views: 5464

Re: Steering wheel

Do you know you've fitted it on the wrong side? Epic fail. :dunce:
by Buz007
Wed 19 Mar, 2014 20:27
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 38
Views: 5464

Re: Steering wheel

I need an airbag the way I gork at birds while I'm driving :oops: :oops: :lol:
by Buz007
Wed 19 Mar, 2014 17:08
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 38
Views: 5464

Re: Steering wheel

A re-cover it is! You've all sold it to me plus the pics look great. Cheers everyone!
by Buz007
Wed 19 Mar, 2014 12:14
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 38
Views: 5464

Re: Steering wheel

im torn between doing this and fitting a RAID. been in touch with carnewal in Belgium and they want 60 quid for a boss and about £400 for the wheel itself. Expensive stuff :shock: posts from others suggest the feel is totally different and an essential mod, driving a car like a Z3 with a wheel from ...
by Buz007
Fri 14 Mar, 2014 18:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: A SAD DAY MY Zed is up for sale! :(
Replies: 5
Views: 740

Re: A SAD DAY MY Zed is up for sale! :(

Trust me, you'll regret it...... I'm on my second Z3 :shock:
by Buz007
Thu 19 Dec, 2013 11:42
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Now Pay Attention 007 ......
Replies: 33
Views: 5059

Re: Now Pay Attention 007 ......

Image

I am just one of the aforementioned ''james bond nuts''

Ive also just purchased a white lotus esprit (which needs alot of work)!
by Buz007
Tue 01 Oct, 2013 08:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Titanium chassis James Bond edition ??????
Replies: 16
Views: 1541

Re: Titanium chassis James Bond edition ??????

yeah right LOL!!!
by Buz007
Thu 21 Mar, 2013 18:30
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: WANTED!! Seat belt Guides
Replies: 4
Views: 454

Re: WANTED!! Seat belt Guides

Cheers chaps. So I can just ring the dealer and order them? Easy as that? :) :shock:
by Buz007
Thu 21 Mar, 2013 11:37
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: WANTED!! Seat belt Guides
Replies: 4
Views: 454

WANTED!! Seat belt Guides

Has any one bought too many? I need the drivers and passenges side, can only find suppliers in america!

Cheers
by Buz007
Thu 21 Mar, 2013 11:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What's your private plate?
Replies: 82
Views: 8754

Re: What's your private plate?

ON Z3 007

for my bond spec one, my best mate is a copper and he keeps reminding me it illegally spaced but ive never been stopped. Keep spare ones in the boot just in case on avice from Jontt!
by Buz007
Sat 20 Oct, 2012 20:42
Forum: Performance
Topic: Strut brage 1.9
Replies: 10
Views: 1563

Re: Strut brage 1.9

cheers everyone very informative, is there a noticable difference when its on? looking forward to mine arriving courtesy of PASCM!!
by Buz007
Fri 19 Oct, 2012 17:46
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: BREAKING Z3
Replies: 6
Views: 596

Re: BREAKING Z3

It's a pre facelift model, all in good nick ust shocks and break pipes which are no good. Like I say pics to follow