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by bertiejaffa
Sat 01 Feb, 2014 19:48
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Useful bonding solution for some plastics.
Replies: 3
Views: 1030

Re: Useful bonding solution for some plastics.

Maybe useful for attaching the dial dome back to the dash?
by bertiejaffa
Sat 01 Feb, 2014 13:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ZRoadster.net Members with Diagnostic Kit
Replies: 93
Views: 61544

Re: ZRoadster.net Members with Diagnostic Kit

I have the airbag reset tool (not sure what else it does) - Manchester (Stalybridge)
by bertiejaffa
Fri 31 Jan, 2014 23:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Are titanium and artic silver the same?
Replies: 11
Views: 647

Re: Are titanium and artic silver the same?

Gookah had a few pictures somewhere of his old artic silver hardtop on my titanium silver zed. It didn't look horrendous but you could certainly see the difference. Depends how fussy you are and whether you want it the correct colour to match as after all the hardtop is only on for several months a...
by bertiejaffa
Fri 31 Jan, 2014 21:37
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Cruise April 6th 2014
Replies: 189
Views: 47526

Re: Cruise April 6th 2014

Put us down for 2 meals please..... what time are you going to be at Longnor?
by bertiejaffa
Fri 31 Jan, 2014 01:00
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?
Replies: 39
Views: 9284

Re: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?

There is definitely an opening in the market for retro Z3 lights that look modern but also have bright running halos..... if only we had an entrepreneur on this site.... :roll:
by bertiejaffa
Fri 31 Jan, 2014 00:56
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: I'm new here, having a look around
Replies: 23
Views: 3413

Re: I'm new here, having a look around

Welcome... I have to stand up for the 2.0l.... it does lack the grunt of the big engines obviously and if I had researched more then I would probably have waited and got a 2.8 or an M - however, my 2.0 cost £2k and thats a lot of car for not a lot of money and if you know how to drive its fun fun fu...
by bertiejaffa
Fri 31 Jan, 2014 00:50
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Are titanium and artic silver the same?
Replies: 11
Views: 647

Re: Are titanium and artic silver the same?

Attached - link to all exterior and interior colours and fabrics (via southernboy)

http://users.belgacom.net/bmw_z3/bmw_z3_colors.htm
by bertiejaffa
Thu 30 Jan, 2014 18:31
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 Service Manual
Replies: 18
Views: 1707

Re: Z3 Service Manual

Not compatible with Windows ?!?!?!?!? So £3.99 for your very own Z3 coaster
by bertiejaffa
Thu 30 Jan, 2014 14:47
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: POSTAL SERVICE ANNOUNCEMNET!
Replies: 7
Views: 669

Re: POSTAL SERVICE ANNOUNCEMNET!

selfishly my parcel isnt ready yet :D :D
by bertiejaffa
Thu 30 Jan, 2014 14:46
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?
Replies: 39
Views: 9284

Re: Z3 Halo Kit - Who can fit it?

Ok.... Just to throw my 2 penneth into the mix... when I bought my Z3 it had normal lights with the orange indicator (this was the only remaining tango on the car though after the previous owners mods). Having seen some of the journals on here I decided that I definitely wanted to have them changed ...
by bertiejaffa
Tue 28 Jan, 2014 22:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Hardtop HRW switch
Replies: 6
Views: 1019

Re: Hardtop HRW switch

I waited for ages for a facelift HRW switch to come up..... after 3 months got The BMW one....
by bertiejaffa
Tue 28 Jan, 2014 21:22
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 Service Manual
Replies: 18
Views: 1707

Re: Z3 Service Manual

Sure someone will be along soon with an offer of a Bentley manual on disc, Think i paid about £12 pounds for the disc I have one now transferred from my disc to over 1100 pages and nine files but much easier to look through for an oldy when working on the Z No other specific manual available for th...
by bertiejaffa
Tue 28 Jan, 2014 20:38
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: DYK.....HIDDEN VOID UNDER DASHTOP !
Replies: 34
Views: 16107

Re: DYK.....HIDDEN VOID UNDER DASHTOP !

English 101.... "Center" and "centre" have different connotations... The first relates to the position of an object relative to other adjacent boundaries...the secong describes a hub of function / activity / as in "shopping centre" vs "Center forward".....but...
by bertiejaffa
Mon 27 Jan, 2014 13:16
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: A few bits on ebay
Replies: 11
Views: 1293

Re: A few bits on ebay

Well... as Micky Flanaghan said.... We went over to Spain in the 1960's and conquered there... brought in Bingo, Sunday Roasts and English breakfasts so in a round-about kinda way...... :wink: If that doesnt work then someone here can always bid for you and/or take care of shipping etc... "We&q...
by bertiejaffa
Sun 26 Jan, 2014 22:14
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted - 6 cylinder Front Brace Strut
Replies: 31
Views: 3933

Wanted - 6 cylinder Front Brace Strut

Hi,

As per title, I am looking for a front brace strut for my 2.0l facelift Z3. Must be a decent one rather than one of the cheaper ones

Cheers
by bertiejaffa
Sun 26 Jan, 2014 15:50
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Turning 2.0L into Z3M - help!!
Replies: 8
Views: 1008

Re: Turning 2.0L into Z3M - help!!

Have you considered working largely with what you have already? You would then have something sporty and unique. It is easy to uprate the suspension to something more sporty than the M and the front brakes can be beefed up relatively easily with larger discs and callipers. For engine modifications ...
by bertiejaffa
Sun 26 Jan, 2014 15:35
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Hamman replica front bumper
Replies: 32
Views: 5711

Re: Hamman replica front bumper

I think the links are saved in your google account
by bertiejaffa
Sun 26 Jan, 2014 13:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Turning 2.0L into Z3M - help!!
Replies: 8
Views: 1008

Turning 2.0L into Z3M - help!!

Hi All.... I am looking for some advise (or counseling) regarding the loose idea of turning my facelift 2.0l into a Z3M.... Basically, I have been looking for various parts for myself and other members "south of the border" and whilst the majority of desirable items like M mirrors, M seats...
by bertiejaffa
Sat 25 Jan, 2014 22:43
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Southernboy's SCARAB II journal.
Replies: 133
Views: 25851

Re: Southernboy's Z3 journal.

Always willing to accept deliveries Barry.... Next time I hope its the full car :lol:
by bertiejaffa
Sat 25 Jan, 2014 16:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: An Introduction From a New Member
Replies: 15
Views: 1852

Re: An Introduction From a New Member

Welcome indeed... Theres lots on this site - you will soon be hooked... As for the window, check out Gookah's progress journal thread - he and his son had the full roof done for little more than you have been quoted for the window
by bertiejaffa
Sat 25 Jan, 2014 16:56
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Drivers side seatbelt
Replies: 4
Views: 394

Re: Drivers side seatbelt

Southernboy does a modification fix for this if you dont want to replace the guider properly
by bertiejaffa
Sat 25 Jan, 2014 16:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Hardtop Wiring Loom
Replies: 18
Views: 2216

Re: Hardtop Wiring Loom

Sorry.... should have read the whole thread !!! :head:

so you need the HRW Switch?? I searched for ages to get one, eventually I got it direct from BMW - wasnt cheap though, £50+VAT part number for the post face lift version is.... 61.31.8.381.912
by bertiejaffa
Sat 25 Jan, 2014 16:37
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Hardtop Wiring Loom
Replies: 18
Views: 2216

Re: Hardtop Wiring Loom

The wiring loom for the hardtop is available from BMW - they are only about £13 - part number 61108400220

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do ... g=61&fg=10

http://www.zroadster.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=22401
by bertiejaffa
Fri 24 Jan, 2014 15:28
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Cruise April 6th 2014
Replies: 189
Views: 47526

Re: Cruise April 6th 2014

Do you have the updated route? I am in Stalybridge so might come and meet for the meal
by bertiejaffa
Fri 24 Jan, 2014 12:56
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Breaking - Titan Silver 2.0 1999 Z3
Replies: 59
Views: 9610

Re: Breaking - Titan Silver 2.0 1999 Z3

Hi,

Do you have the vent out of the top of the dash at the drivers side next to the speed dials? - the small triangular one.

Cheers Lee
by bertiejaffa
Thu 23 Jan, 2014 12:20
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: O.E.M. mesh windblocker rear visibilty
Replies: 6
Views: 655

Re: O.E.M. mesh windblocker rear visibilty

I have mine up all through the summer when I don't have the hardtop on and don't find it too restrictive, only if there is a bad storm or something - then I just unzip it, only takes 5 seconds and you are straight back to an unrestricted view. Its always worth mentioning that my rear window in the s...
by bertiejaffa
Sun 19 Jan, 2014 19:19
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: OEM Black wing mirrors FS
Replies: 15
Views: 1271

Re: OEM Black wing mirrors FS

Hey Barry, Id be keen to see the leather dash bits - any pics?
by bertiejaffa
Thu 16 Jan, 2014 21:55
Forum: Performance
Topic: Accelerator Pedal
Replies: 28
Views: 5123

Re: Accelerator Pedal

Did you change the cable in the end? Did it make a difference?
by bertiejaffa
Wed 15 Jan, 2014 23:56
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Hardtop Wiring Loom
Replies: 18
Views: 2216

Re: Hardtop Wiring Loom

I have just fitted my wiring loom and switch - I havent tried it yet, but I am wondering if I will need a relay? My Zed is 99 post face lift...

If I do need a relay does anyone know the part number?
by bertiejaffa
Sat 11 Jan, 2014 17:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What goodies are you waiting to fit?
Replies: 21
Views: 2162

Re: What goodies are you waiting to fit?

Ive just started fitting my toys.... Stripped the seats and centre console out today, not taken the carpet out.... Taken all the roll bards off and the back console with the sub woofer and (FINALLY) managed to find the loom to connect my rear demist too... For anyone reading this, it is behind the p...
by bertiejaffa
Tue 24 Dec, 2013 16:54
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Heated Seat Switches -SORTED
Replies: 7
Views: 920

Re: Wanted Heated Seat Switches -SORTED

thanks all for the help, managed to get a pair
by bertiejaffa
Sat 21 Dec, 2013 21:17
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Heated Seat Switches -SORTED
Replies: 7
Views: 920

Re: Wanted Heated Seat Switches

Yep - its 2 of the top ones I need with the round buttons...... theres 1....
by bertiejaffa
Sat 21 Dec, 2013 20:16
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Heated Seat Switches -SORTED
Replies: 7
Views: 920

Re: Wanted Heated Seat Switches

Cheers SB... thats what I hoped regards the wiring... looking further online, the switches I need are 61 31 2 491 477 -
by bertiejaffa
Sat 21 Dec, 2013 17:09
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Heated Seat Switches -SORTED
Replies: 7
Views: 920

Re: Wanted Heated Seat Switches

Can someone also advise me, what will I find already in the car - I have seen some switches on ebay and some are just a switch, some have a yellow connector and some have a yellow connector with wires on them.... Which/what do I need

Thanks Lee
by bertiejaffa
Fri 20 Dec, 2013 10:14
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Heated Seat Switches -SORTED
Replies: 7
Views: 920

Wanted Heated Seat Switches -SORTED

HI

I am looking for a set of heated seat switches for a 1999 2.0l post facelift Z3.... anybody got some?

Thanks Lee
by bertiejaffa
Mon 16 Dec, 2013 11:30
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Breaking - Titan Silver 2.0 1999 Z3
Replies: 59
Views: 9610

Re: Breaking - Titan Silver 2.0 1999 Z3

Is that the under plate that goes right at the front? And will it fit a 2.0l?
by bertiejaffa
Sat 07 Dec, 2013 20:14
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: 2014 cruises
Replies: 18
Views: 8885

Re: 2014 cruises

Happy to drive from Manchester through the peaks to join you
by bertiejaffa
Wed 27 Nov, 2013 16:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: People with angel eyes
Replies: 65
Views: 8641

Re: People with angel eyes

Cheers Gookah... I looked at that and wondered where to start but now I have a fuse number it will make it a damn sight easier !!

Thanks Lee
by bertiejaffa
Wed 27 Nov, 2013 14:10
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted - Plain Centre Console Switch
Replies: 5
Views: 816

Re: Wanted - Plain Centre Console Switch

Hi, Sorry to confirm, yes I am looking for a switch that doesn't have any text or picture on it - maybe just an LED to show when it is on or off. Basically I have installed some new Xenon headlights which include Angel Eyes and I have for now done the usual modification and tapped into the sidelight...
by bertiejaffa
Wed 27 Nov, 2013 10:13
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted - Plain Centre Console Switch
Replies: 5
Views: 816

Wanted - Plain Centre Console Switch

Hi,

I am looking for a plain switch to go into the centre console of my 2.0l facelift 1999 Zed. Does anyone have one please?

Thanks Lee
by bertiejaffa
Tue 26 Nov, 2013 19:58
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: People with angel eyes
Replies: 65
Views: 8641

Re: People with angel eyes

Hi All... I have upgraded my headlight unit over the weekend with a proper set of Xenon lights including the angels eyes.... looks great I have to admit but I am wondering if there is somewhere else to connect the angels eyes to? Like everyone else I tapped off the side lights in the bumper (facelif...
by bertiejaffa
Sat 23 Nov, 2013 00:25
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Fog light blanks
Replies: 3
Views: 448

Re: Fog light blanks

I got mine from BMW directly - cost £13
by bertiejaffa
Fri 15 Nov, 2013 10:39
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted - red heated m seats
Replies: 2
Views: 444

Re: Wanted - red heated m seats

Getting colder.... :bawl:
by bertiejaffa
Thu 14 Nov, 2013 22:02
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: M stitched armrests
Replies: 8
Views: 841

Re: M stitched armrests

yes... id like to see them in place too please ;-)
by bertiejaffa
Fri 18 Oct, 2013 00:02
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Bmw z3 m roadster
Replies: 42
Views: 10151

Re: Bmw z3 m roadster

These cars are irreplaceable...... especially the Imola red ones and the S54's And the Evolve tuned ones :twisted: Imagine what an imola S54, evolve tuned would be worth :twisted: With the schrick cams it would be worth around 360bhp :shock: Do it JT.. You know you want too... :twisted:
by bertiejaffa
Thu 17 Oct, 2013 23:51
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Bmw z3 m roadster
Replies: 42
Views: 10151

Re: Bmw z3 m roadster

Pm sent
by bertiejaffa
Thu 17 Oct, 2013 22:34
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted - red heated m seats
Replies: 2
Views: 444

Re: Wanted - red heated m seats

I'm mean "has some and doesn't need them!"
by bertiejaffa
Thu 17 Oct, 2013 22:28
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted: Foglights - now sourced
Replies: 2
Views: 219

Re: Wanted: Foglights

I think I have one - will look this weekend