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by Rory4711
Thu 01 Nov, 2018 13:00
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: bmw z3m analogue clock Not working
Replies: 7
Views: 7030

Re: bmw z3m analogue clock Not working

It may be worth trying J Morrow of West Kilbride ( 01294-829 839 ) They do clock repairs and restorations. Ok, it's 12v not 240, but I assume principles are similar. At worst they may be able to recommend someone. Also, Petcossie's right; I do remember seeing something showing you one pulled apart t...
by Rory4711
Wed 31 Oct, 2018 13:48
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: bmw z3m analogue clock Not working
Replies: 7
Views: 7030

Re: bmw z3m analogue clock Not working

I know this particular clock...

it either ceases to work or goes very slow if the car doesn't get much use. Weird, but it's what happened when I had it. A good few runs and it goes just fine AND keeps time ! Mind you, maybe it's just knackered by now :lol: Trust everything else is still ok
by Rory4711
Fri 21 Jul, 2017 17:49
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3M Roadster
Replies: 17
Views: 7803

Re: Z3M Roadster

Hi all; just to let you know, car is now SOLD. Went to a fellow forum member; I'll let him introduce himself if he so wishes.
It's been good to belong here, and at any opportunity I'll recommend the community to others. Thanks and 'bye. K
by Rory4711
Thu 20 Jul, 2017 12:20
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3M Roadster
Replies: 17
Views: 7803

Re: Z3M Roadster

Thanks for your kind comments John; by the way I've still got a photo of the car when you had it looked-over at Sytner's ! Am now considering next move, perhaps I may it onto Pistonheads; we'll see.
by Rory4711
Thu 13 Jul, 2017 08:54
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3M Roadster
Replies: 17
Views: 7803

Re: Z3M Roadster

reply now sent
by Rory4711
Tue 27 Jun, 2017 08:07
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3M Roadster
Replies: 17
Views: 7803

Re: Z3M Roadster

e-mail sent. Rgds
by Rory4711
Fri 16 Jun, 2017 18:42
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3M Roadster
Replies: 17
Views: 7803

Re: Z3M Roadster

Thanks Gazza; I believe I've successfully sent the pm.
by Rory4711
Fri 16 Jun, 2017 18:21
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3M Roadster
Replies: 17
Views: 7803

Re: Z3M Roadster

Thanks Gazza; I wonder if you recall my meeting you at Stanstead a few years ago when I was looking for one - yours in particular; alas you changed your mind................... On an other matter I wanted to reply and contact Alfie, but when I try to PM I get a message along the lines of the request...
by Rory4711
Tue 13 Jun, 2017 11:33
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3M Roadster
Replies: 17
Views: 7803

Re: Z3M Roadster

the mice? you never know; it could be a deal-maker !
by Rory4711
Tue 13 Jun, 2017 10:33
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3M Roadster
Replies: 17
Views: 7803

Z3M Roadster

Morning all Although I assume most members will be owners and thus not necessarily looking to buy, I thought I’d nevertheless put it on here while before advertising more widely. 1998. Arctic silver. Current mileage c.79600, owned for last 7 years. Full service history with oil inspection I, plus re...
by Rory4711
Sat 03 Jun, 2017 10:48
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Mounting a hardtop
Replies: 5
Views: 2199

Re: Mounting a hardtop

Morning; go online and type in:

[PDF]Z3 Hardtop Use & Install Information

Hopefully that'll be a good start for you
by Rory4711
Sun 05 Feb, 2017 13:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Dead Battery.
Replies: 19
Views: 6101

Re: Dead Battery.

Have has a CETEK for years, can safely be left on all winter. Currently ( no pun intended ) I don't use it since the charger that comes with the Carcoon indoor cover is a clever little beast; if it's brought your battery up to speed and is still connected, if there is a power cut - we've had a coupl...
by Rory4711
Sun 29 Jan, 2017 12:58
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Dead Battery.
Replies: 19
Views: 6101

Re: Dead Battery.

Am not convinced about the indicator on the battery, unless I've a duffer. The Carcoon I keep the car in winter months comes with a built-in constant trickle charger which is always on. The car starts first turn of the key but on checking the battery indicator it's either black, or possibly blank.
by Rory4711
Sun 16 Oct, 2016 11:06
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Full set of Z3M alloys for sale.
Replies: 2
Views: 1747

Re: Full set of Z3M alloys for sale.

pm sent
by Rory4711
Tue 04 Oct, 2016 12:47
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: anyone thinking of selling?
Replies: 6
Views: 3175

Re: anyone thinking of selling?

Phil wrote:Everything has a price!!! How much? My S54 Sapphire Black, totally original, well known, well documented, treasured etc etc
oiro £15K, as stated
by Rory4711
Tue 04 Oct, 2016 12:45
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: anyone thinking of selling?
Replies: 6
Views: 3175

Re: anyone thinking of selling?

oops time. Further pm sent
by Rory4711
Tue 04 Oct, 2016 10:16
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: anyone thinking of selling?
Replies: 6
Views: 3175

Re: anyone thinking of selling?

pm sent
by Rory4711
Sat 01 Oct, 2016 22:28
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Replies: 2088
Views: 411498

Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?

Thanks.
by Rory4711
Sat 01 Oct, 2016 15:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Replies: 2088
Views: 411498

Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?

Reply sent this morning, but I see it sits in 'out' box instead of 'sent messages' box - is that normal ?
by Rory4711
Fri 30 Sep, 2016 13:24
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: anyone thinking of selling?
Replies: 6
Views: 3175

Re: anyone thinking of selling?

Afternoon. Was thinking of selling in Spring since I assume demand will be a little higher, but have just had service & MOT and in process of putting it away for the winter - see pics uploaded today under Z3 forum under " what did you get yours this week ?" It's a '98, S50 with approx....
by Rory4711
Fri 30 Sep, 2016 12:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Replies: 2088
Views: 411498

Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?

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New home for the Autumn/Winter, replaces previously-used Air Chamber, now passed on to a fellow owner
by Rory4711
Tue 02 Aug, 2016 14:09
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Thinking about an M again
Replies: 4
Views: 2178

Re: Thinking about an M again

Afternoon. Am considering selling mine this autumn or the coming spring as I fancy building something like a Caterham in autumn/winter 2017. It's booked in for annual service and fresh MOT later this month when we're back from our hols. If interested I can e-mail you details and photos, either befor...
by Rory4711
Sun 15 Mar, 2015 14:38
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Recommissioning after 9 months garaged
Replies: 24
Views: 6038

Re: Recommissioning after 9 months garaged

Robert T wrote:The layout of the fuses is shown on a sticker on the inside of the fuse box lid, along with a chart saying what the fuses do.

Cheers R.
Got it ! Many thanks. Incidentally it identifies 2 on the M, nos 13 & 18
Rgds
by Rory4711
Sat 14 Mar, 2015 14:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Recommissioning after 9 months garaged
Replies: 24
Views: 6038

Re: Recommissioning after 9 months garaged

Afternoon all. Can someone tell me where the fuel pump fuse is and how I can identify it ?
many thanks
by Rory4711
Wed 14 Jan, 2015 15:21
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Where is best to get your Z3M serviced in Scotland?
Replies: 11
Views: 2811

Re: Where is best to get your Z3M serviced in Scotland?

Errm; no-one seems to have covered the original question - any info, anyone ?
by Rory4711
Fri 24 Aug, 2012 09:37
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: New daily driver dilema
Replies: 11
Views: 2622

Re: New daily driver dilema

I've a roadster for fun ( ex-John Wayne ) and as a daily driver a Chrysler 300C 3.0 diesel touring. Magnifcently comfortable, not even a squeak or rattle after nearly 3 years and, despite it's apparent size, very nimble on the road as well as reasonably economical
by Rory4711
Fri 29 Jun, 2012 08:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Wave goddamit, wave
Replies: 13
Views: 1195

Re: Wave goddamit, wave

Yep; quite agree with sentiments shown here. I always wave and, to date, I've never has a single acknowledgement
by Rory4711
Thu 18 Aug, 2011 12:18
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Z3M Oil Temp - Long time to get upto temperature?
Replies: 10
Views: 1837

pre-heating

Half a sec guys. Remember that the pre-heater - I've got an old one but not fitted it as yet - is for the water; not the oil. It may help a bit, but I think you'd be better off withone of the stick-on pad sytems you can get for heating the sump. Can't remeber the name off-hand but it can be googled
by Rory4711
Fri 04 Feb, 2011 14:07
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Advice on Leather care.
Replies: 11
Views: 1493

Top tip: Pampers babywipes - not Huggies - they aren't as good
by Rory4711
Tue 01 Feb, 2011 16:45
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Full set of Z3M roadster alloys and tyres
Replies: 11
Views: 1866

comms

Hi John; Am having the greatest difficulty in establishing if my e-mails, via Outlook Express - which I trust, - get through to you , eg the one I sent early January. More topically I've no idea if my current attempts to reply to you via pms via the forum are getting through since the 'system' appea...
by Rory4711
Sun 30 Jan, 2011 12:38
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Full set of Z3M roadster alloys and tyres
Replies: 11
Views: 1866

Noted, and thanks for the info.

The last e-mail I got was the one on 6th Jan which I repled to using outlook express to your "normal" e-mail address I had from last April.

Best rgds

ps: what did you get to replace the set you're possibly selling ?
by Rory4711
Sun 30 Jan, 2011 11:16
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Full set of Z3M roadster alloys and tyres
Replies: 11
Views: 1866

Hi John

What alse would be needed if I were to buy these as a full spare set ?

ps: you have pm
by Rory4711
Thu 16 Dec, 2010 13:54
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Snow socks
Replies: 20
Views: 2441

Snow socks

My experience of these is very positive. Although the Z is tucked-up in an air-chamber for the winter I bought a set of these for my daily runner which is a Chrysler 300C auto Touring, which is also rear-wheel drive. Pretty interesting in the snow and ice we've had up here in Scotland. I have to say...
by Rory4711
Fri 06 Aug, 2010 10:01
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: 5 quick pics - after black grill fitted
Replies: 25
Views: 3006

Classy. Very nice.
by Rory4711
Wed 04 Aug, 2010 07:47
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Boring Z3M Questions - Safety and MPG
Replies: 24
Views: 2751

fuel economy

As to it dropping below 20mpg - I doubt it. I've had my M for some months now, and on the few occasion I've measured consumption ( brim-to-brim ) I've been getting 24/26 mpg over a mixture of good a-roads and winding b roads. I've havn't been tootling about, but clearly I'm not driving it hard enoug...
by Rory4711
Fri 23 Jul, 2010 13:52
Forum: Performance
Topic: Z3M: wandering, if you get my drift....
Replies: 18
Views: 2920

wandering......

Am inclined to agree Mike. Looking at it, any lowering will definitely cause potential rubbing problems.
by Rory4711
Tue 20 Jul, 2010 13:31
Forum: Performance
Topic: Z3M: wandering, if you get my drift....
Replies: 18
Views: 2920

wandering..

I certainly won't sacrifice the 'lower' speed fun and handling etc for the sake of 'higher' speed stability via mods such as lowering and splitters, and it's good to have one's suspicions clarified by yourselves. that said, point about steering/suspension component generally is also one well made. a...
by Rory4711
Tue 20 Jul, 2010 11:43
Forum: Performance
Topic: Z3M: wandering, if you get my drift....
Replies: 18
Views: 2920

wandering

many thanks for your responses
by Rory4711
Tue 20 Jul, 2010 10:29
Forum: Performance
Topic: Z3M: wandering, if you get my drift....
Replies: 18
Views: 2920

Z3M: wandering, if you get my drift....

Have noticed that at around 100mph+ ( private road, naturally ) the front end/steering starts to get fairly light. Standard suspension, 19" wheels, front brace, tyres - 235/35/zr P7000s, perfect nick and at a recommended pressure of 33 psi Given my lack of development experience, what's the con...
by Rory4711
Tue 29 Jun, 2010 07:08
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Duff belt or pump or what?
Replies: 3
Views: 794

belt, pulleys etc

Morning All,

Thanks for the advice, much appreciated
by Rory4711
Mon 28 Jun, 2010 13:54
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Duff belt or pump or what?
Replies: 3
Views: 794

Duff belt or pump or what?

Afternoon all; I've the s50 engine. When parked but started and running from cold there's a rhythmical 'zizzing' noise coming from the front of the engine; not quite a belt 'squeal' of the old fan-belt slipping squeal or even the shriek of a bearing from something that's dying. If I spray the genera...
by Rory4711
Sat 19 Jun, 2010 11:34
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Thought I would try a perspex bonnet!
Replies: 12
Views: 2307

photo tricks

Very clever; well done
by Rory4711
Sun 13 Jun, 2010 10:23
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: StoneGuards fitted
Replies: 2
Views: 684

StoneGuards fitted

At last, had a moment to do this and take some more photos. http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae94/Rory4711/IMG_0033.jpg http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae94/Rory4711/IMG_0029.jpg http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae94/Rory4711/H10%20FUD/IMG_0032.jpg http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae94/Rory...
by Rory4711
Tue 08 Jun, 2010 11:27
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: softtop care?
Replies: 8
Views: 2848

soft-top

My Z is a recent acquisition as well, and for what it's worth until I get a feel for what's out there, what I did was to take a very stiff brush to the top, and then hoovered it. Looks fine

Rgds
by Rory4711
Thu 03 Jun, 2010 13:12
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Magnetic Stoneguards (black)
Replies: 197
Views: 25581

stone guards

Good point about paint flexing. Plus, they do actually look ok; the black is a good contrast in the right place
by Rory4711
Thu 03 Jun, 2010 06:57
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Magnetic Stoneguards (black)
Replies: 197
Views: 25581

invisible stone guards

Good innit? Seriousy, they look fine although I may think about spraying them
by Rory4711
Wed 02 Jun, 2010 14:39
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Z3 insurance
Replies: 9
Views: 1698

///M insurance

£240 with LV= ( via Frizzell ) includes comp breakdown service, otherwise £190, restricted mileage
by Rory4711
Wed 02 Jun, 2010 08:32
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Magnetic Stoneguards (black)
Replies: 197
Views: 25581

Stoneguards

Just to let you know; they arrived this morning. Many thanks.
by Rory4711
Sun 30 May, 2010 18:25
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Magnetic Stoneguards (black)
Replies: 197
Views: 25581

TO HANG-EM-High

edited by Rory
by Rory4711
Sat 29 May, 2010 12:02
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Magnetic Stoneguards (black)
Replies: 197
Views: 25581

Many thanks indeed. It looked as if they were all from Roty4711 TO Rory4711