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Lancsbob

Yes i saw that, also the driverless cars that couldn't crash that have & now been withdrawn.

Bob

Lancsbob

WOW!

Why didn't they just stick with a simple cable which worked fine.

Change for change's sake. Everyone's obsessed with changing everything to electronic/digital
not always an improvement IMHO

Thanks for the in depth explanation. Bob

Lancsbob

A pressure bleeder is necessary for bleeding dual-circuit brakes - it forces brake fluid into the systems by air pressure. In the old days an assistant used to press the brake pedal to do so, which was a tiresome method for both peole, but with the advent of dual-circuit brakes it became impossible...

Lancsbob

SNAP! Exectly the same as mine i bought last month. Tha dash lights had gone because on mine the "light up" gear lever knob had shorted & burnt ot the rheostat, if yours is a SPORT model check this out. On my cd changer i used a smooth credit card slid under the cartridge to activate t...

Lancsbob

Yes, I do all my own maintenance, including items not included in the minimalist BMW schedule, and ignore the service indicator lights, resetting them with a piece of wire. A lot of people think that a fault code will tell you exactly what is wrong, but they need to be interpreted - in the worst ca...

Lancsbob

Is it right that you only get limited access to the codes through the OBD2 socket compared with the
under bonnet round socket? IE is it better to get a code reader that fits the round socket.

Bob

Lancsbob

Unless you have a problem you do not need a code reader - it is not a necessary part of maintenance routines. I have never needed one in fifteen years of ownership and 130,000 miles. Spend your money on tools instead. That sounds encouraging, do you do your own maintenance? For the cheap price of t...

Lancsbob

http://www.amazon.com/ScanTool-427201-O ... +scan+tool

Will this work with an Ipad & does it look any good?
My Brother lives over their & is visiting in Sept

Lancsbob

I dislike FBW - it makes fine throttle control more difficult. It's only when I drive my son's S2000 (wire cable throttle), or especially my Westfield (wire cable and carbs) that I realise just how anaesthetic the FBW pedal is. The Westfield, with 150bhp and a weight of c.600kg, is lively to say th...

Lancsbob

Been reading loads of posts thats included needing a scanner/code reader & realise that i probably require one. Am an amature mechanic & not brilliant with electronics so don't want anything too complex.This is all new to me, only had MG's & Triumphs. Something to read/clear codes etc. C...

Lancsbob

The clue is in the name bmmini - they do discounted bmw and mini parts, both are made by bmw now. Sports seats are quite a complex shape if you look at the shape of the bolster. The seat base and bolster are all from one piece. I thought price was ok if you want a good fit, just my opinion. Hi agai...

Lancsbob

Might be worth looking into a new Throttle Position Sensor. It may be possible to reset the TPS by using the key in the ignition, I've heard that the ECU memorises the driving style and adjusts the TPS accordingly. Thats all interesting, as it happens iv'e only driven the car home & moved it ab...

Lancsbob

Althulas wrote:Have you thought of going to a trimmer and asking for a quote might not be as bad as you think. I don't know how far they are from you but just a quick google http://www.kewcoachtrimmers.co.uk

Yes i have used these people before & was very pleased with their quality.

Thanks for that. Bob

Lancsbob

Hi My 2.2 Z3 has an electronic accelerator, this is the second car iv'e had with one the other being a Mazda 3 Sport & i have to say that i'm not fussed on them. There is a definate lag in response from the engine all be it a split second but i do find it annoying sometimes especially when your ...

Lancsbob

Hi I can feel the metal support starting to break through the foam but luckily the leather hasn't split yet although there is a wear mark showing. I have seen a Utube film repairing the foams but am wondering if there are new seat base foams available? Mines a Sport with heated seats, will there be ...

Lancsbob

Looks like your going to have to make some sort of brackets that will fit to the upper edge of boot lid.Can you connect a bracket to the rack using the side clamp bolts then up to the top edge of boot lid? I was looking at this rack :- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Boot-luggage-rack-carrier-BMW-Z3-Roads...

Lancsbob

No, the Sport had extras like heated seats & air con plus M bits & pieces i think & include an M gear knob.
Mines a 5 speed manual.

Bob

Lancsbob

Hi Bob. Not a problem and thank you for your reply. I am intrigued by the "Lit-up Gear Knob" Do you mean the gate cover or the actual shift stick ? baring in mind that mine is an auto gearbox. The actual gear knob has 2 wires going into it from the gear lever to a light in the gear knob. ...

Lancsbob

I decided to replace the 2 ridged belts as they looked iffy and look what i found when removing the air filter box. http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss238/lancsbob/BMW%20Z3%20Air%20Intake%20001.jpg http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss238/lancsbob/BMW%20Z3%20Air%20Intake%20002.jpg http://i579.phot...

Lancsbob

Hi All
Can anyone recommend a good removeable boot rack to fit the Z3 that wont damage/scratch paintwork.

Cheers Bob

Lancsbob

Hi Lancsbob. Off topic but from a personal perspective - adjustable instrument lighting,I wouldn't be without it and especially when driving on pitch black motorways and trunk routes. The constant brightness can be very very tiring on the eyes. The instrument panel on my Volvo V70 D5 SE Geartronic ...

Lancsbob

Have been looking at the zipped rear window but can't find the thing
you pull to unzip it. Is the zip purely to replace the window if damaged & not
to be used on a daily basis in the sunny weather?
How is it unzipped?

Cheers Bob

Lancsbob

My new purchase. :D http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss238/lancsbob/BMW%20Z3%20004.jpg http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss238/lancsbob/BMW%20Z3%20003.jpg http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss238/lancsbob/BMW%20Z3%20001.jpg And my previous baby..! I missed it so much i had to replace it. :( http:...

Lancsbob

One of my 2 remote keys won't initialise to the locking system. Gone through the procedure in the manual for both keys but one won't work. The red light stays flashing then stops & thats it. Does this mean its knackerd? Do i need to replace the complete key to get one that works. Both had new ba...

Lancsbob

Thanks to Brian H

i now have instrument lights & a buzzer...

Definately the rheostat at fault caused by the gear lever knob light, what a crap idea.
Am slowly working my way through the little faults, there will be more i'm sure.

Cheers Bob

Lancsbob

Thanks for that but found this-

http://www.zroadster.net/forum/viewtopi ... 18&t=35763

Cheers Bob

Lancsbob

Thats champion Brian, will give it a try tomorrow.

Cheers Bob

Lancsbob

As you stated Bob, the rheostat will have burnt out, two solutions really, replace with new or bridge out a couple of connections inside the switch. The later means you will no longer have adjustable lighting in the instrument cluster. I'll dig out a pic of the pins that need to be connected if you...

Lancsbob

Hi All After investigating me gear lever knob wireing & found it to be a dead short (have now disconnected it at plug) have tried the lights which are all OK except for the instrument lights & warning buzzer not working, i assume that the fault with the gear lever may have something to do wi...

Lancsbob

After Googling i now find that indeed some Z3's do have illuminated
gear lever knobs.So now i am worried as the wires were badly cut
& had lots of bare wiring, just hoping that it has been disconnected.

Bob

Lancsbob

I noticed the M type gear knob on my newly bought 2.2 was loose so i investigated and found it just pulled off but there where bare wires hanging from it which shocked :shock: me a bit, they disappeared into the lever gaitor. I'm hoping that they were just to try and fix the knob & don't have an...

Lancsbob

How often do these need changing?

Bob

Lancsbob

Anyone used/got a jack adapter to use with a trolly jack as the one listed
on Ron Stygar's web page. Wonder if they are available to buy in GB.

Bob

Lancsbob

Didn't realise BMW made a specific protector. Does the window get scratched on the inside or outside?
How do you attach your protector?

Only got my car Saturday so not checked it out yet but the window is a mess + hood freying in places.

Cheers Bob

Lancsbob

Thanks for the in depth reply, you are obviously very knowledgeable about these cars & of great help.

Cheers Bob

Lancsbob

Just getting used to my 2.2 There seems to be quite a bit of free movement in the accelerator peddle before revs start to increase is this normal? I believe that the later cars used electronic pedal's. Mine's an 02 plate. Is there a way to reduce this free play or is this just the way it is. Cheers ...

Lancsbob

Been searching for a while now for a decent 2.8/3.0 in blue with low miles & reletively close but nothing turned up & i got impatient then a nice 2.2 with 62000mls in Estorial Blue/ black interior appeared so i caved in & went for it, got it home yesterday with a big smile :D Will do me ...

Lancsbob

Thanks for reply. Can't see bolts as hidden behind carpet wasn't sure if carpet needed removing, anyway all is now fine as i found a post to try ejecting cassette with credit card & it worked. All working now & i get 6 free CD's as previous owner couldn't fix. :D Perhaps i need to lubricate ...

Lancsbob

CD player not working, can't get cassette to come out but radio works OK. When CD mode is selected i get "CD Error" Does CD have a seperate fuse or is it run from radio. How do you remove player from boot. I only collected car yesterday, previous owner told me it worked intermitantly but s...

Lancsbob

Watching the link has convinced me not to bother. (Thanks for that) I notice a few references to "The Soft Top Shop" in Stockport which is near me, anyone been there & are they any good. Whilst doing the job is there anything else thats advisable to replace like seals etc or are they d...

Lancsbob

Hi
Anyone had a go of fitting a new hood themselves & if so is it complicated?

Cheers Bob

Lancsbob

One advert i viewed says "Semi-Automatic" Is there more than Manual & Automatic to choose from?

Are Manuals valued higher & more desirable as asking prices dont seem to reflect that.

Bob

Lancsbob

Looking at some adverts they mention wing mirror corrosion, is
this something i should be looking at when i go to see a car
advertised. What should i be looking for?

Cheers Bob

Lancsbob

Thanks for that.
Is the boot floor a structural part of the diff mounting?

Bob

Lancsbob

Been looking at a few adverts and they've said "no rust in boot" is this a place thats vunerable to rust & how do i check it out. Do you need to go under the car to find it or can it be spotted inside of boot. Is it something to be worried about. Is there any other places to check for ...

Lancsbob

Just had my first test drive of a 2.8 & found it really good. The gearbox was a bit notchy & a weak 2nd syncro on a 45K mls car is this a normal thing in these. Are gearboxes a bit of a weak spot. It was a pre facelift car is there any advantages in hanging on for a facelift model. Did the e...

Lancsbob

Thanks for all the input, very helpful.

Bob

Lancsbob

I will be looking for a Z3 soon as i have just retired & want some fun, been looking at 2.8/3.0s but also considering 2.2s, at 63 do you think a 2.8 is OTT really only need the power for overtaking & the odd thrill on the open road :twisted: but i thought the bigger engines would hold their ...

Lancsbob

Thanks for that, i'm thinking of the old MG's etc where you could swap over the backs.

Bob

Lancsbob

Have seen quite a few with badly worn drivers side lumbar supports & wonder
if you could get a decent passenger seat & swap the backs over.
Seems to be plenty of cars getting broken on ebay.
Bob

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