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by johnz3
Fri 28 Aug, 2009 10:29
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Ultimate BMW Show, Santa Pod, Sunday 20 September 2009
Replies: 108
Views: 24469

Not been there before but looking to go either on the Sat or Sun. The price for Sat is £10 (£15 Sun)

Is that a reflection on the numbers of cars on show etc etc or are both days well supported.

Many thanks
by johnz3
Thu 13 Aug, 2009 19:06
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted...Simota or Gruppe M induction Kit
Replies: 9
Views: 1356

Hi About a year ago I had a box put on by Jason (around the Heathrow area) anyone got his details as I need to contact him

Thanks
by johnz3
Sun 26 Jul, 2009 17:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Indy's in Essex / East London?
Replies: 7
Views: 919

Very good one in Rayleigh that I always use. Let me know if you want details
by johnz3
Sun 19 Jul, 2009 13:23
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: New Z4 on Top Gear
Replies: 31
Views: 5204

New Z4 on Top Gear

Clarkson test drives a Z4 tonight on Top Gear
by johnz3
Sun 31 May, 2009 07:16
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 2 Questions - Rattly Aircon compressor and possible pinking
Replies: 2
Views: 398

Hi,

Did you manage to sort this problem?

Thanks
by johnz3
Mon 04 May, 2009 16:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Timing Chain
Replies: 32
Views: 3469

hi,

Any updates on this please
by johnz3
Sat 02 May, 2009 06:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: S2000 Aerial!
Replies: 18
Views: 1656

Hi Pangster

Have you got details of where you got it.

Was it Ebay or Honda

Thanks
by johnz3
Tue 14 Apr, 2009 17:28
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Drivers wing mirror
Replies: 2
Views: 317

Drivers wing mirror

[color=red]Please please - try readng the notice in the Z3 Knowledgebase NOT to post questions! This forum is for descriptions of how to dothings. If posted in the correct forum you may even get more replies. Moved by MF [/color] Sure enough tried to remove the drivers side door mirror and the alumi...
by johnz3
Mon 13 Apr, 2009 16:01
Forum: Z3 range knowledgebase
Topic: Mirror Base Refurbishment
Replies: 6
Views: 16932

Sure enough tried to remove the passenger side door mirror and the aluminium base snapped. I will try BMW tomorrow but anyone know if I can obtain just the snapped bit. Sorry I am not that clear but it has snapped at the base where the return spring is. There is a myredzed post on Mirror Base Refurb...
by johnz3
Sun 22 Mar, 2009 17:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: AC pedals
Replies: 11
Views: 1384

Yes, two at the top. Bit awkward to fit but worth it.
by johnz3
Sun 22 Mar, 2009 16:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: AC pedals
Replies: 11
Views: 1384

Only managed two holes for each pedal.

Make sure you nip the bolts as they are quite long and can get caught on shoe laces
by johnz3
Sun 22 Mar, 2009 15:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Stubby Airel
Replies: 4
Views: 535

Thanks Guys. All ordered.
by johnz3
Sat 21 Mar, 2009 07:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Stubby Airel
Replies: 4
Views: 535

Stubby Airel

Hi, Could someone please have a look at mangowalk (Ebay) and let me know if the stubby airels will fit onto the Z3. It says it will but the bit I am not sure about is the picture which shows the ariel on its base. This is offset where as the Z3 is upright. I am not sure how to post a link but if you...
by johnz3
Sun 15 Mar, 2009 17:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What is your Z?
Replies: 133
Views: 19258

1) Johnz3
2) 2.8 1997
3) manual
4) Artic Silver - Red leather
5) Black Roof
6) 80k
7) UK/Essex
by johnz3
Sat 14 Mar, 2009 18:58
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: opinions on personalising the zed
Replies: 33
Views: 2590

Hi Wendy,

In order

Got rid of the black front window sceen surround

Chrome door handles

Chrome gear stick surround

Lost £20 on ebay for the three chrome heater dials.................

Re map

Simota induction
by johnz3
Sat 21 Feb, 2009 18:09
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Stubby Ariel z3
Replies: 2
Views: 515

Stubby Ariel z3

Anyone got one for sale or know a reliable source for one.

Not happy with using Ebay
by johnz3
Sun 08 Feb, 2009 11:24
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Red roof on Artic Sliver Z3
Replies: 1
Views: 632

Red roof on Artic Sliver Z3

I have finally decided to buy a red roof for the Z.

HotHoods in Romford Essex do one for £520 all in.

About a year agoI asked if anyone could recommend or otherwise the company. No replies Good or Bad.

Has any one any experience of them.

Thanks
by johnz3
Sat 10 Jan, 2009 14:06
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Replacement hood / change of colour
Replies: 4
Views: 490

Hi, Can you keep me in touch if you go ahead with the roof. I am in Essex and will be looking for a red roof in a few months time.

Thanks
by johnz3
Sat 20 Dec, 2008 16:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: slow moving windows
Replies: 6
Views: 922

I have experienced this in the last few weeks.

Is it a 'winter' cold thing
by johnz3
Sun 30 Nov, 2008 14:23
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: 1997 R 2.8 Z3. Excellent condition etc etc
Replies: 0
Views: 423

1997 R 2.8 Z3. Excellent condition etc etc

Hi,

Anyone looking to swap with a cash balance and downsize their Z3 3 litre or Zm or Z4 3 litre or over. Details above.

If so basic details at the point only please.

Thanks
by johnz3
Sat 11 Oct, 2008 17:47
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rattle
Replies: 10
Views: 594

A bit more info.

If I sit in the car in neutral with my foot hard down on the clutch pedal I get the rattle noise if I blip the throttle slowly

Thanks
by johnz3
Sat 11 Oct, 2008 14:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rattle
Replies: 10
Views: 594

Incorrect gear change:

Don't think so. Only because it does it in reverse up the drive.
by johnz3
Sat 11 Oct, 2008 14:06
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rattle
Replies: 10
Views: 594

I will go and have listen. Should have said that it is a 1997 2.8 with 71k
by johnz3
Sat 11 Oct, 2008 13:46
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rattle
Replies: 10
Views: 594

Rattle

HI, I have searched 'rattle' but no luck with my particular problem. When the engine is under strain for example reversing slowly up a steepish drive or pulling away slowly in first I get an engine rattle. The same will happen if say I am in 5th gear and press the throttle pedal when really I should...
by johnz3
Thu 18 Sep, 2008 10:01
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Fitted a few new bits
Replies: 13
Views: 2389

The Style Bars from XS Power look good on their website. Did they just 'slot in'

Thanks
by johnz3
Fri 12 Sep, 2008 08:42
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Friday Laugh
Replies: 19
Views: 2763

Friday Laugh

On a golf tour in Ireland, Tiger Woods drives his BMW into a petrol station in a remote part of the Irish countryside. The pump attendant, knowing nothing about golf, greets him in a typical Irish manner completely unaware of who the golfing supremo is. "Top of the mornin' to yer, sor" say...
by johnz3
Sun 31 Aug, 2008 09:07
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Couple of Z's Spotted - Southend and Sadlers Farm
Replies: 2
Views: 609

Was the Z green or the kid :)
by johnz3
Sat 23 Aug, 2008 18:32
Forum: Performance
Topic: Falken Tyres
Replies: 17
Views: 5532

Just had four 452 tyres put on but forgot to ask the fitter what the pressures should be.

Any ideas please. If it matters it is a 1997 2.8.

Thanks
by johnz3
Thu 21 Aug, 2008 11:57
Forum: Performance
Topic: Falken Tyres
Replies: 17
Views: 5532

Thanks Adam.

I have the toyos on at the monmnet but am told you can no longer get them?

I will check again
by johnz3
Thu 21 Aug, 2008 10:45
Forum: Performance
Topic: Falken Tyres
Replies: 17
Views: 5532

AndyBass and Muppet

Are you still happy with your Falken FK-452.

I need four new tyres and these seem best.

Thanks
by johnz3
Thu 31 Jul, 2008 06:52
Forum: Performance
Topic: Confused over remap
Replies: 2
Views: 906

Confused over remap

I am booked in for one of the above shortly and would also like a new exhaust system back box for a bit more throaty sould.

I have seen a post on here which says that you should get the exhaust first and then the remap done.

Any views please and does it really matter.

Thanks
by johnz3
Mon 28 Jul, 2008 14:59
Forum: Performance
Topic: RE MAP recommendation
Replies: 2
Views: 906

Thanks Jason
by johnz3
Sun 27 Jul, 2008 05:55
Forum: Performance
Topic: RE MAP recommendation
Replies: 2
Views: 906

RE MAP recommendation

evolveyourcar.com

Any one recommend or otherwise the above please

Thanks
by johnz3
Fri 25 Jul, 2008 12:02
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: polishing windscreens
Replies: 2
Views: 1164

polishing windscreens

Hi, Anyone done this. Firstly I had to have my Front bumper resprayed and needed to take off the front light. THey has loads of marks on them and using wet and dry, then paste etc they came up a treat. Made me think about the windscreen which is original and is covered with minor marks from stone an...
by johnz3
Tue 22 Jul, 2008 19:30
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: 20 Sept: ZRoadster Visit to Herts Police HQ
Replies: 41
Views: 6138

Hi, Is the book still open?
by johnz3
Mon 21 Jul, 2008 17:51
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3 Car Mats
Replies: 0
Views: 504

Z3 Car Mats

Hi,

I have been looking for an original set of the above. On the drivers side mine have the two holes where a'toggle' pushes through and twists to hold the mat in position.

I have looked without any luck for the same. Anyone brought a set like the above recently?
by johnz3
Mon 21 Jul, 2008 17:26
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: BMWCC festival Gaydon Sunday Aug 10th
Replies: 68
Views: 10317

Companies who will be there at Gaydon

Hi, Last year I went to the above to buy some extras, mainly interior etc but everyone said 'if only you had said I would of brought them along'. I am not a grea otne for buying on spec and like to see what I am buying. I therefore asked for a list of companies attending and thought I would pass it ...
by johnz3
Fri 18 Jul, 2008 18:24
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Mike Fishwick Visit ?
Replies: 8
Views: 997

Mike Fishwick Visit ?

Well off topic but has there ever been a cruise to see Mike?

MOD EDIT: SPLIT FROM Best Driving MemorieZ THREAD TO KEEP LATTER ON-TOPIC
by johnz3
Thu 03 Jul, 2008 20:09
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: 1997 2.8 front bumper
Replies: 3
Views: 543

Hi to you.

Many thanks
by johnz3
Thu 03 Jul, 2008 18:47
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: 1997 2.8 front bumper
Replies: 3
Views: 543

1997 2.8 front bumper

Does anyone know where or have a secondhand Z3 front bumper for sale
by johnz3
Mon 30 Jun, 2008 17:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Replacement Hood
Replies: 1
Views: 595

Replacement Hood

Hi,

Any one used these guys and can offer a recomendation

Hot Hoods
17 Heathfield Park Drive
Goodmayes
Romford
Essex
RM6 4FB

@£520 including fitting seems a good deal
by johnz3
Mon 30 Jun, 2008 09:12
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: New pic added some nice bits for sale
Replies: 9
Views: 2273

'set of headlights chrome rings £60ono'

What are these please?
by johnz3
Sun 29 Jun, 2008 11:30
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: *WANTED* Simota Induction
Replies: 27
Views: 2852

[quote="garythefish"]How about a Gruppe M replica? I had one of those and it worked well[/quote]

Hi Gary,

Does the word replica mean in this case not the real thing (and therfore cheaper) and if so where did you get it.

Thanks
by johnz3
Fri 27 Jun, 2008 15:15
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Hayward & Scott Exhausts - possible group buy.
Replies: 76
Views: 12862

'but the downside is that unless they have previously made a system for your model of car, they will need to keep yours for a few days to take the pattern and make the jig. I need to ask if they have done any BMW Zed systems in the past' Alfie. If all this gets of the ground and you need someone for...
by johnz3
Fri 27 Jun, 2008 15:11
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Soft top dye
Replies: 7
Views: 1134

I have to agree, There is one in Basildon that really looks the business
by johnz3
Fri 27 Jun, 2008 04:47
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Hayward & Scott Exhausts - possible group buy.
Replies: 76
Views: 12862

Hi,

I would be interested although again no committment at this stage.

1997

2.8

Thanks
by johnz3
Thu 26 Jun, 2008 05:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rear Spoliers
Replies: 0
Views: 290

Rear Spoliers

On the www.directcarparts.co.uk web site they have a number of rear spoilers for BMW s(plus other makes as well) Some of the BMW spoliers look quite good, not OTT etc.


Does anyone have a non Z3 rear spolier fitted and if so where from etc etc

Thanks
by johnz3
Wed 25 Jun, 2008 15:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New set of rims for Rodney
Replies: 14
Views: 1677

Nice set of wheels, nice car. Where did you get the rear spoiler?
by johnz3
Fri 20 Jun, 2008 19:18
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Replacement Hood
Replies: 0
Views: 937

Replacement Hood

Hi,

Any one used these guys and can offer a recomendation

Hot Hoods
17 Heathfield Park Drive
Goodmayes
Romford
Essex
RM6 4FB
by johnz3
Thu 19 Jun, 2008 14:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ACS footpedals
Replies: 2
Views: 648

Hi, I got mine from Ben as well. They are easy but fiddly to fit. I took off the rubbers and discardaed them. I found that the pedals were smaller that the new chrome pedals and this meant that for the clutch and brake pedal I could only drill two holes at the top of each pedal. Interestingly one of...