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by John Wilson
Mon 15 Jun, 2015 08:36
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: MORA, OUR Z3, SADLY FOR SALE
Replies: 5
Views: 2381

Re: MORA, OUR Z3, SADLY FOR SALE

We're glad you're still in the area. I imagined you were moving to the other ends of the earth (Essex, or somewhere!). I'm sorry, but a Z4 can't fill the void. They don't even have a smart crease across the middle of the back window like some trousers straight from a Corby press. Anyway, anyone shou...
by John Wilson
Wed 10 Jun, 2015 21:46
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: MORA, OUR Z3, SADLY FOR SALE
Replies: 5
Views: 2381

Re: MORA, OUR Z3, SADLY FOR SALE

So sorry you're having to sell Mora, Mike and Sandy. You two have done so much in promoting the Z in East Anglia. You really are enthuziasts. Thanks for running such happy and memorable runs out.
All the best
John and Wendy x
by John Wilson
Sat 16 May, 2015 20:31
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: DavidZ3's 2000 1.9i Z3 - Scarlett
Replies: 104
Views: 29252

Re: DavidZ3's 2000 1.9i Z3 - Scarlett

Looks good with the whitewalls. just dont go through any dirty puddles
by John Wilson
Sat 16 May, 2015 15:51
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: new model Z4?
Replies: 1
Views: 4079

new model Z4?

I see the Z4 has made it into Topgear magazine's top 10 list. It certainly looks at its best in the photo.

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by John Wilson
Wed 03 Dec, 2014 18:24
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Loss of power
Replies: 4
Views: 1122

Re: Loss of power

I would guess at the wheel sensors. A few years ago mine did the same thing regularly until I started to clean them once a year. Now, no trouble at all. Just on Allen bolt in each one, but hard to do the first time because they will be rusted in and the bolt can sheer off. So soak in lots of releasi...
by John Wilson
Tue 21 Oct, 2014 19:31
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: 'New topic' button has gone
Replies: 8
Views: 2729

Re: 'New topic' button has gone

There's just been a new IOS update issued today. I took a deep breath and went for it. It actually seems very promising. I can connect to the internet consistently and can run YouTube videos all through. It's just like the old days. Hope it lasts.
by John Wilson
Tue 21 Oct, 2014 14:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Throttle cable oiling
Replies: 10
Views: 2779

Re: Throttle cable oiling

It must be a couple of years since I had to free up the cable so I think it's worth doing. I was brought up to repair components rather than replace. I remember watching my father take apart a petrol pump, cutting a new diaphragm out of an old inner tube, and putting it back together, better than ev...
by John Wilson
Sun 19 Oct, 2014 14:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Throttle cable oiling
Replies: 10
Views: 2779

Throttle cable oiling

I've just freed up the throttle cable with a bit of oil down it. It might have been covered before, but I thought I'd share how I did it without having to take off any parts except the cable itself. This is the cable on my 2litre Z3. The problem is that where you are working you can't see at all so ...
by John Wilson
Sun 19 Oct, 2014 13:32
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: 'New topic' button has gone
Replies: 8
Views: 2729

Re: 'New topic' button has gone

Oh, the button has returned. It happened after I logged into the old Ipad. Sorry to Apple for doubting you.IOS 8 is brilliant. I quite like having the WiFi drop out continually.
by John Wilson
Sun 19 Oct, 2014 13:23
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: 'New topic' button has gone
Replies: 8
Views: 2729

'New topic' button has gone

I was trying to post a new topic from my Ipad mini, and the button for doing so had disappeared. My old ipad still had the button and I was wondering if it had something to do with the fact that my old Ipad had not been updated to the dreaded IOS 8 and the Ipad mini had been. The operating system ha...
by John Wilson
Mon 11 Aug, 2014 21:16
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: CLEAR HEADLIGHT INDICATOR LENS SETS - £48. All incl.
Replies: 66
Views: 14309

Re: CLEAR HEADLIGHT INDICATOR LENS SETS - £48. All incl.

Ah, yes sorry for the confusion. So the pics arent 'before and after' fitting, but with the lights off and on. It's me being thick. Sorry for doubting you.
by John Wilson
Mon 11 Aug, 2014 20:53
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: CLEAR HEADLIGHT INDICATOR LENS SETS - £48. All incl.
Replies: 66
Views: 14309

Re: CLEAR HEADLIGHT INDICATOR LENS SETS - £48. All incl.

Sorry to be a bit suspicious, but arent those 'before and after images' the same picture photoshopped. Even the reflections of the clouds on the bonnet are identical in both.
by John Wilson
Mon 14 Jul, 2014 20:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Halfrauds
Replies: 13
Views: 1409

Re: Halfrauds

I really feel the need of another trip to Halfords. Last time I was pleasantly surprised by what they stocked. Their touch up paint for Titan silver is the best that I've tried and has a nice pen applicator. I got a few other useful bits and pieces as well. I remember the time when you could get an ...
by John Wilson
Mon 07 Jul, 2014 22:42
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New tomtom limitations
Replies: 4
Views: 580

Re: New tomtom limitations

You cant even access your acount without Flash. We only had an Ipad with us on holiday, so couldnt do anything to try and sort it out.
by John Wilson
Sun 06 Jul, 2014 17:01
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New tomtom limitations
Replies: 4
Views: 580

New tomtom limitations

Our old tomtom go fell on my Storm gear knob and smashed the screen just before our holiday to France, so we quickly got a tomtom start 25. I thought I'd be able to transfer our France map with no problems, but apparently you cant. The whole access to the Tomtom has changed. You now cant see the fil...
by John Wilson
Wed 02 Jul, 2014 21:01
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Mcjazz's dakar yellow in Northern France
Replies: 2
Views: 1268

Mcjazz's dakar yellow in Northern France

On holiday in Northern France, we pulled into a nice resturant in Chateau Beaulieu in Busnes and parked next to a very smart Dakar 2.2. We spent the meal speculating about who the owners could be. So, British- by the numberplate, no tables more than 2 people, etc. As we were leaving, we met the owne...
by John Wilson
Thu 26 Jun, 2014 21:38
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: roof knifed
Replies: 13
Views: 1354

Re: roof knifed

No,no, I wouldnt go on 'org'. Just the thought of it..... (Only kidding). I've just found the thread I was thinking of. http://www.zroadster.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=40918&p=380141&hilit=Roof#p380141 (Mind I'm sure them at org know what they're talking about as well---as they're usu...
by John Wilson
Thu 26 Jun, 2014 12:27
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Otley Carnival
Replies: 1
Views: 1192

Re: Otley Carnival

I suppose, being from Yorkshire, it is licenced t' kill
by John Wilson
Thu 26 Jun, 2014 11:31
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: roof knifed
Replies: 13
Views: 1354

Re: roof knifed

There has been a thread recently about best replacement roofs, I've had a quick look but cant find it. I know Titan Tim is looking to get a red one (stick to black, I say) and he contributed, but I dont know who started the thread. Anyway, sorry to hear of the vandalism, especially on such a nice lo...
by John Wilson
Sat 21 Jun, 2014 11:37
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Headlight Converter / France Trip
Replies: 22
Views: 2555

Re: Headlight Converter / France Trip

Mike, it's not a case of just being stroppy. My headlights were damaged by using converters. I'm just off to France again in a weeks time, and you can't blame me for being a bit worried about it. I've always complied with French regulations, but just would like to be sure that it won't happen again....
by John Wilson
Tue 17 Jun, 2014 19:27
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: After a puncture.
Replies: 88
Views: 13668

Re: After a puncture.

I diagree. Lots of useful information concerning punctures, and all spot on topic. It should be in the knowledge base for reference.
by John Wilson
Tue 17 Jun, 2014 16:07
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: After a puncture.
Replies: 88
Views: 13668

Re: After a puncture.

I think, to sum up, that a George Forman is the best solution to a flat on a Z3. But what about the fumes from the grill. Will they enter the cabin and pose a danger?
by John Wilson
Tue 17 Jun, 2014 14:17
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: After a puncture.
Replies: 88
Views: 13668

Re: After a puncture.

By dismantling it into it's individual components, you could actually get an Actifry into a Z3 boot.
Also, what is an Actifry?
by John Wilson
Sat 14 Jun, 2014 12:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: After a puncture.
Replies: 88
Views: 13668

Re: After a puncture.

I used to have an 1948 Austin 16 which had it's own built in jacking system. Under the bonnet was a place for a small lever which worked a hydraulic system that could raise the car front, rear or all 4 off the ground. That was the only hydraulic system in the car. The brakes were operated by rods.
by John Wilson
Fri 13 Jun, 2014 10:09
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: After a puncture.
Replies: 88
Views: 13668

Re: After a puncture.

If you have a cat fitted, you wont get carbon monoxide fumes anyway. It is converted to carbon dioxide, which isnt poisonous and, if it is not excluding oxygen altogether, wont harm you.
by John Wilson
Tue 10 Jun, 2014 20:56
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Yorkshire cruise Saturday 9th August 2014
Replies: 106
Views: 22012

Re: POSTPONED Yorks cruise Saturday 7th June

Having being moaning on about speed limits, could I also add that everyone should attend a Deano cruise at least once. Always an unforgettable experience, well organised, and taking place in the best countryside in the world.
by John Wilson
Mon 09 Jun, 2014 20:33
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Yorkshire cruise Saturday 9th August 2014
Replies: 106
Views: 22012

Re: POSTPONED Yorks cruise Saturday 7th June

I dont want to sound patriachal, but I dont think we should be promoting breaking speed limits on a post organising a cruise. If nothing else, it could put off people attending a cruise if they thought that they were going to be travelling at 150 % ofthe speed limit. The cruises I have been on, whil...
by John Wilson
Sun 08 Jun, 2014 20:03
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Yorkshire cruise Saturday 9th August 2014
Replies: 106
Views: 22012

Re: POSTPONED Yorks cruise Saturday 7th June

I do believe we are not allowed to exeed the speed limits whether we have points or not.
by John Wilson
Tue 27 May, 2014 22:40
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Wheel wound
Replies: 4
Views: 720

Re: Wheel wound

One of the most important things is to keep the sanding flat. Don't be tempted to use something like a dremmel which will result in undulations. Hand sanding it is surprisingly quick as the alloy is quite soft.
by John Wilson
Mon 26 May, 2014 21:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Wheel wound
Replies: 4
Views: 720

Wheel wound

http://i1190.photobucket.com/albums/z452/Johnzwilson/IMG_0284.jpg Nasty gouge in one of my wheels after parking in John Lewis carpark in Norwich. I've shown how I dealt with this problem in a previous post, but this is a more extreme scrape, really quite deep and jagged edge. I cut my finger on it ...
by John Wilson
Sat 17 May, 2014 20:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What I did when the ABS light came on
Replies: 5
Views: 4305

Re: What I did when the ABS light came on

Great account. This sort of sharing is what I most like about the zroadster site. Thanks.
by John Wilson
Wed 14 May, 2014 08:31
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: BMW Z2
Replies: 28
Views: 5822

Re: BMW Z2

You don't have to be driving like mad to benefit from rear wheel drive. When you are accelerating, the weight is transferred to the rear of the car, so that's were the driving wheels should be. When you are in a hurry to pull out of a junction, with a lock on, my focus front wheels are just spinning...
by John Wilson
Tue 29 Apr, 2014 23:02
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: DSC light comes on at 20mph
Replies: 48
Views: 6551

Re: DSC light comes on at 20mph

It sometimes takes a couple of journeys before resetting itself. Hope it works.
John
by John Wilson
Sun 20 Apr, 2014 19:06
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: DSC light comes on at 20mph
Replies: 48
Views: 6551

Re: DSC light comes on at 20mph

You could try a proper releasing oil. I believe that The WD40 people do a releasing oil, but that the standard WD40 is not strickly for that use. Try keeping it soaking for a few days. It might save you a few quid distroying the sensors.
by John Wilson
Fri 11 Apr, 2014 17:28
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: DSC light comes on at 20mph
Replies: 48
Views: 6551

Re: DSC light comes on at 20mph

I agree with Mike that you should just get the wheel sensors out, and if they are damaged, then just replace them for a few quid. At least the bolts are removable and have not sheared, which is the biggest problem. Once out, they can then be easily cleaned on a regular basis, thus preventing future ...
by John Wilson
Fri 28 Feb, 2014 17:36
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Dare I say...Spitfire/MGB Roadster
Replies: 46
Views: 6793

Re: Dare I say...Spitfire/MGB Roadster

I was just looking at the 'Antiques road trip' on the telly (yes, that's my life). They were driving around in what was described as a Triumph GT6 roadster. As I don't think that ever existed, I'm guessing it was a Spitfire body stuck on a GT6. It was a really nice looking car and takes the best par...
by John Wilson
Sun 09 Feb, 2014 15:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Dealing with rust?
Replies: 8
Views: 925

Re: Dealing with rust?

I think its zinc sulphate solution they use. Im sure it must be all on youtube. The thing is about electroplating is that as long as zinc is deposited, it will oxidise preferencially to the steel. Some steel hulled boats have a big lump of zinc bolted to the hull for that reason. It sets up like a b...
by John Wilson
Sun 09 Feb, 2014 12:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Dealing with rust?
Replies: 8
Views: 925

Re: Dealing with rust?

I'm wondering if DIY electroplating could be a possibility. It would be hard to do a whole sill because of the size of bath needed, but with quite a small bath you could dip the front edge in , where the rusting problem occurs, bung in the chemicals and a bit of zinc, attach a car battery charger, a...
by John Wilson
Sun 02 Feb, 2014 17:51
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Been out in the zed this weekend?
Replies: 6
Views: 1422

Re: Been out in the zed this weekend?

That's a powerful pressure washer you've got
by John Wilson
Mon 27 Jan, 2014 15:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Electric Z3 conversion
Replies: 5
Views: 562

Re: Electric Z3 conversion

An electric motor might be alright for the Dyson, but I'm not swopping it for my Z. Surely the engine is one of the main joys of owning a Z. Otherwise I'd just be lugging heavy batteries around in a Prius, and pretending I'm saving the planet.
by John Wilson
Sun 26 Jan, 2014 11:17
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front mud guards
Replies: 14
Views: 901

Re: Front mud guards

I've had this problem of rusting in this area and have recently taken the sills off and had them treated and resprayed. While I'm sure that part of the problem was stone chipping on this area, there is also a problem with muck getting down between the front edge of the sill and the wheel arch liner....
by John Wilson
Sun 12 Jan, 2014 22:24
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Storm handbrake handle
Replies: 4
Views: 858

Re: Storm handbrake handle

I agree. They are good quality turnings and look good, but, at the price you pay, it's not asking too much that they fit according to their own instructions. All they had to do was to measure the diameter of the existing button, and made their inside diameter a bit bigger than that. It doesnt even h...
by John Wilson
Sun 12 Jan, 2014 15:16
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: DSC light comes on at 20mph
Replies: 48
Views: 6551

Re: DSC light comes on at 20mph

I've found that the front sensors are more likely to be at fault because they are the ones that are more exposed to spray. That is why they are also more difficult to remove. I understand your reluctance to remove them. I had one shear of and it then needed drilling out and retapping. It's worth try...
by John Wilson
Sun 12 Jan, 2014 15:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Storm handbrake handle
Replies: 4
Views: 858

Storm handbrake handle

I've just fitted a Storm handbrake handle to match the gear knob I have. It turned out to be a bit of a pain to do. The new button is meant to fit over the old one and then is secured by allen keys. The problem was that it was too small to fit over. I eventually got it on with hammering and damage t...
by John Wilson
Sun 29 Dec, 2013 17:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What a beautiful day...
Replies: 5
Views: 525

Re: What a beautiful day...

We took the Z3 to the Norfolk coast today, at Winterton. Roof down all the way there with blue sky and heater up full. Saw the seals with cubs on the beach then wonderful bacon bagettes and soup in the cafe just by the beach. Had to pass a gritting lorry on the way back so now it doesnt look as clea...
by John Wilson
Tue 05 Nov, 2013 22:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rusty Z3 - Repair or Sell??
Replies: 3
Views: 794

Re: Rusty Z3 - Repair or Sell??

I had my sills done last spring. I've a 2000 Titan Silver 2litre. The sills were rusting from behind but the chassis members behind were in perfect condition. I just took the sills off myself and then had them sandblasted and sprayed. The colour match was perfect. The sills are fairly easy to get of...
by John Wilson
Sun 03 Nov, 2013 18:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Whats my Zed worth
Replies: 8
Views: 1071

Re: Whats my Zed worth

Tim
You're always saying that you are going to sell that car. When it comes to the crunch you can't do it. So it doesn't really matter what it's worth. You've put too much into it to let it go for just a few grand.
by John Wilson
Sat 19 Oct, 2013 21:57
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: How can anyone do this.
Replies: 5
Views: 1881

How can anyone do this.

http://i1190.photobucket.com/albums/z452/Johnzwilson/20131019_153658.jpg I spotted this Z4 today. I couldnt believe that it's been scraped against the curb in such a way. All of those nice alloys were completely ruined all the way round. It has obviously been parked continually with no thought of w...
by John Wilson
Fri 06 Sep, 2013 22:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Lost power 2l Z3 2000 MY
Replies: 25
Views: 7187

Re: Lost power 2l Z3 2000 MY

I too have a 2 litre 2000 Z3. I used to have lots of trouble with the ABS light coming on and the car losing power as a result. Although it might not be the same in this case, I would really recomend regular cleaning of the wheel sensors no matter what any diagnostic equipment says. The first time y...