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by J_K
Sat 04 Jan, 2014 19:22
Forum: Performance
Topic: Simota Induction Kit S50 Z3m Roadster
Replies: 3
Views: 1438

Re: Simota Induction Kit S50 Z3m Roadster

I've got a second hand one that came off my z3m.
But obviously that's not new.
If you get bored of trying to find a new 1 then drop me a pm
by J_K
Wed 04 Dec, 2013 15:55
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: SUPER CHEAP M/ ON THE BAY
Replies: 48
Views: 7828

Re: SUPER CHEAP M/ ON THE BAY

Wow. Cheapest I've seen one go for apart from mine. I paid £4250 for my ///M.
But it was badly listed and Irish registered.

I love the Estoril blue.
by J_K
Tue 03 Dec, 2013 12:18
Forum: Performance
Topic: DIFF GEARING
Replies: 4
Views: 2662

Re: DIFF GEARING

Just found this thread looking for other things on the net. In answer to you r question, Yes. You can fit the 2.93 cwp onto that spool. You can fit any 188 medium case cwp onto it in fact. I've built 3.63's from E30 diffs into E36 casings for drift use. You need to mark the bolt on the input flange ...
by J_K
Thu 19 Sep, 2013 08:09
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted. Z3 M Roadster springs
Replies: 3
Views: 665

Re: Wanted. Z3 M Roadster springs

I've got a pair of rear springs off my T plate ///m Roadster. Shocks were absolutley fubar though. I hven't changed the fronts yet but got coilovers to go on if you have no luck and don't mind waiting a few weeks. Not sure on the condition of the shocks on the front but they're definitely better tha...
by J_K
Tue 17 Sep, 2013 21:43
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted - Wind deflector and strut brace etc
Replies: 2
Views: 823

Re: Wanted - Wind deflector and strut brace etc

I've got a wind deflector
by J_K
Thu 25 Jul, 2013 14:45
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3M bonnet
Replies: 7
Views: 1113

Re: Z3M bonnet

I'd be interested but at a considerably lower cost than that...
by J_K
Thu 25 Jul, 2013 14:41
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Maybe breaking 1.9 Z3
Replies: 16
Views: 1827

Re: Maybe breaking 1.9 Z3

Damn.
Would've been interested in the bonnet and the drivers door window mech.
by J_K
Thu 25 Jul, 2013 14:27
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Thanks. It is a quality cage.. No huge updates. Everything is slow going and busy at work means no progress on the Z. I have managed to get the drivers seat in. Lota of hard work. Had to notch the tunnel.. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekont/z3m/null_zpseca19df4.jpg And it still rubs up a...
by J_K
Wed 12 Jun, 2013 14:27
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Car has JUST returned. Couple of cheeky shots. Will get more when I get her in the workshop with the top off 8-) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekont/z3m/null_zps31c98d3a.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekont/z3m/null_zps5205aa00.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joek...
by J_K
Tue 04 Jun, 2013 13:10
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Oh yes.
Very much so. Hence they got the job :)
by J_K
Fri 31 May, 2013 18:59
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Comes with a serious bill too :shock:
But I thought if it's worth doing then might as well do it right. Hence getting them to fit it.
I might get sick of the drifting soon so wanted to build a car that I can use for other things and this cage should stiffen the chassis right up.
by J_K
Fri 31 May, 2013 18:25
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Got some photos from Custom cages today. Looks good. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekont/z3m/DSCF0960_zpsb1473235.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekont/z3m/DSCF0959_zpsbb9f803b.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekont/z3m/DSCF0957_zpsc3e36bca.jpg http://img.photobuc...
by J_K
Thu 30 May, 2013 21:24
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Anyone interested in SS decat pipes?
Replies: 0
Views: 585

Anyone interested in SS decat pipes?

While I had the M3 on the dyno, I was chatting to the owner of the place with the dyno and he was saying that the biggest gains they saw from S50B30 and S50B32's that they put into older beemers was through decatting with 60mm pipes with the crossover under the driver. The company that makes theirs ...
by J_K
Wed 29 May, 2013 19:44
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wide body prefacelift rear bumper with quad cut outs
Replies: 3
Views: 783

Re: Wide body prefacelift rear bumper with quad cut outs

Please.
Front and rear bumper tend to be early casualties in drifting..
by J_K
Wed 29 May, 2013 13:58
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wide body prefacelift rear bumper with quad cut outs
Replies: 3
Views: 783

Re: Wide body prefacelift rear bumper with quad cut outs

I want it but don't know when I could collect it..
Could you wrap it and I'll get a courier in??
by J_K
Wed 29 May, 2013 12:45
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Small side note. More to do with the drifting that the Z. Took the M3 down to a local dyno to try and diagnose the problem with the M3 that saw a massive lack of power which essentially made me completely uncompetative at Lydden hill. First power runs were all around 220bhp. Not good for a 3.0ltr M3...
by J_K
Thu 23 May, 2013 12:32
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Definitive engine oil choice for Z3M
Replies: 4
Views: 1632

Re: Definitive engine oil choice for Z3M

I use Fuchs Titan Race Pro S 10W-60.
by J_K
Wed 22 May, 2013 15:40
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

I think being left alone with it for an hour or 2 and it'll be fine.
I took it out so should be able to remember where it goes.

If not, I'll be looking for a wiring diagram :shock:
by J_K
Tue 21 May, 2013 16:10
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Lol. It is more about function than form for me. And at the moment, time is of the essence. The next round of the BDC is at Pembrey on the 8th and 9th of June and I intend to be there in the Z. I do have a really nice electronic dash to go in but is does so much, you have to program it. That can wai...
by J_K
Tue 21 May, 2013 16:06
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: parts
Replies: 11
Views: 2194

Re: parts

Don;t spose you've got any rear axle parts have you?
Need a complete rear axle for the M to convert it to cheap bits but parts will do.
by J_K
Tue 21 May, 2013 10:44
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Tell me about it... Basically, I cut the loom that goes forward to the headlights etc and took the fuse box apart and passed the whole lot into the cabin. The fusebox bottom part mounts to the bulkhead but there will be cage there so it had to go. I'll extend the lighting loom and relocate the fuseb...
by J_K
Tue 21 May, 2013 09:20
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Well I made the decision not to do the cage myself. Yesterday I took the car up to Custom Cages to get them to fit it. It would be a shame to waste a car just for the sake of wanting to do the job myself... Managed to get all the rear axle bushes changed so that's one less job when she's back. http:...
by J_K
Thu 16 May, 2013 18:50
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted z3m rear springs
Replies: 3
Views: 841

Re: Wanted z3m rear springs

I've got the ones I just took off mine.
They're not mint but not bad.
by J_K
Tue 14 May, 2013 17:50
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M centre console with gauges.
Replies: 7
Views: 860

Re: //M centre console with gauges.

As they're sold and have been with the new owner for about 5 days, it's not really a problem.
by J_K
Tue 14 May, 2013 14:22
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Dark grey carpet complete
Replies: 9
Views: 1102

Re: Dark grey carpet complete

OK dude.
Just let me know :wink:
by J_K
Tue 14 May, 2013 11:37
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Dark grey carpet complete
Replies: 9
Views: 1102

Re: Dark grey carpet complete

Cool.
I assume you'll want to do it one evening?
I'll take it home so Cullompton.
Saves about 25 minutes driving.
by J_K
Tue 14 May, 2013 08:24
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M centre console with gauges.
Replies: 7
Views: 860

Re: //M centre console with gauges.

It was up for a week!!
It's going to St. Austell at least.

What bits are you after?
Whole interior apart from dash top has come out.
And almost all been sold now.
by J_K
Tue 14 May, 2013 08:22
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Dark grey carpet complete
Replies: 9
Views: 1102

Re: Dark grey carpet complete

To be honest.
It's not something I wold like to try and post. Or even package up.
Welcome to come and collect.
£50?
It is //m after all :wink:
by J_K
Mon 13 May, 2013 21:25
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Dark grey carpet complete
Replies: 9
Views: 1102

Re: Dark grey carpet complete

I thought I had to put a price....
But I have no idea what it's worth so someone please make an offer..
by J_K
Mon 13 May, 2013 09:07
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Dark grey carpet complete
Replies: 9
Views: 1102

Re: Dark grey carpet complete

Is anybody even vaguely interested in this or am I wasting my time trying to sell it?
It's just too good to go to the tip...
by J_K
Mon 13 May, 2013 09:06
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M centre console with gauges.
Replies: 7
Views: 860

Re: //M centre console with gauges.

Sold.
by J_K
Sat 11 May, 2013 13:23
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Slow progress but busy at work. Managed to get the rear strut tops seam welded and primered. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekont/z3m/null_zps0098b8ac.jpg All the sound deadening is off and cleaned up. And after much head scratching and procrastinating, the car is going to custom cages to ...
by J_K
Sat 11 May, 2013 13:18
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

All the bits are for sale fella.
Currently in the stock exchange. Thought I'd ofer them here before they all go on ebay.
by J_K
Thu 09 May, 2013 17:56
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M seats
Replies: 40
Views: 4120

Re: //M seats

Glad you're happy with them.
they are really comfy seats.
And the passenger seat is mint. Amazing to see the condition of the drivers eat compared to it.
by J_K
Wed 08 May, 2013 06:51
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M seats
Replies: 40
Views: 4120

Re: //M seats

No problem. Hope you're happy with them
by J_K
Tue 07 May, 2013 20:38
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Rear tracking on an M///
Replies: 6
Views: 1715

Re: Rear tracking on an M///

No they can't.
You can get eccentric bushes but you don't get much adjustment.
That or have the rear axle modded with slotted washers which will allow toe or camber and toe correction.
by J_K
Mon 06 May, 2013 20:33
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M rear hoop's and Harmon Kardon sub.
Replies: 4
Views: 821

Re: //M rear hoop's and Harmon Kardon sub.

Gedo. I have no idea what you need. All the parts that came out of my 1999 Z3m are included. I might struggle with all the correct fixings but certainly all the plastics and inner hoop mounts. Eyerisk. Sorry man. All or nothing.. I should also just point out that one of the little plastic clips on t...
by J_K
Mon 06 May, 2013 16:36
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M seats
Replies: 40
Views: 4120

Re: //M seats

sold..
by J_K
Mon 06 May, 2013 12:13
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Price for whole interior??
Replies: 18
Views: 2626

Re: Price for whole interior??

Car's apart.
Parts have been listed.
I still have stuff like glove box and kick panels if anyone wants to buy them.
by J_K
Mon 06 May, 2013 12:09
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Dark grey carpet complete
Replies: 9
Views: 1102

Dark grey carpet complete

Front and rear carpet set. Cleans up well. The foot print marks will hoover out. Which I will do if someone buys. I have cut the carpet underneath the heater box to get it out but cut very high so once the centre console is installed, you won;t be able to see the cuts. No idea on what these are wort...
by J_K
Mon 06 May, 2013 12:04
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M rear hoop's and Harmon Kardon sub.
Replies: 4
Views: 821

//M rear hoop's and Harmon Kardon sub.

Complete rear hoops and plastic covers taken out of my //M. Includes the Harmon Kardon sub. Which works AFAIK but didn't have a radio in there very long to test it out. I have absolutely no idea what these are worth so I'll say £250 unless you can convince me it's not worth that. Or is worth more?? ...
by J_K
Mon 06 May, 2013 11:59
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M seats
Replies: 40
Views: 4120

//M seats

Pair of black electric, heated seats. rivers bolster is worn and there is a tear in the bottom pad and the drivers seat has some movement in the back when cornering. I would say a loose or broken bolt. I put some leather cleaner on them and they soaked it right up so they would become more supple wi...
by J_K
Mon 06 May, 2013 11:54
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: //M centre console with gauges.
Replies: 7
Views: 860

//M centre console with gauges.

Just started stripping the M and have a complete interior for sale but it seems that splitting it is the most sensible idea as nobody wants a complete interior.. All gauges work and come with the short loom that attaches to the back.. Needs new bulbs for illumination but all good apart from that. Le...
by J_K
Sun 05 May, 2013 16:10
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Me neither.
I wish the roll cage fairies would come and do the cage for me...
by J_K
Sat 04 May, 2013 21:44
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Lol.
Done it before. To the M3 for one.
Fortunately, the dash board is the only thing thats got to go back in.
by J_K
Sat 04 May, 2013 21:29
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

So at long last, I've started the cage install. Today has been stripping the interior. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekont/z3m/null_zpsc9037da9.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekont/z3m/null_zps91d32efc.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekont/z3m/null_zps48366a3c.j...
by J_K
Thu 04 Apr, 2013 16:14
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Not much has happened recently but I did manage to get the Z on a rolling road. Managed 326bhp which I was more than happy with. And got some pics taken.. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekont/882800_10151443468028521_316354735_o_zps894727f4.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v653/joekon...
by J_K
Thu 04 Apr, 2013 15:40
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Alpha N
Replies: 0
Views: 507

Alpha N

Anyone running it on an S50 here?

I want to but I'm not going to pay Evolve £500+vat just so I can run my carbon airbox.
by J_K
Mon 04 Mar, 2013 10:54
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.
Replies: 36
Views: 9125

Re: Project Z. BDC Drift car build.

Fitted the new rear coilovers yesterday. Man what a difference. The rear shocks were completely shot. The car feels so much more stable now which gives alot more confidence. But the new rears are now showing up the softness of the fronts. They're next on the list and hopefully get a few road miles o...