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Southernboy

Inflation again. I have recently bought the same bolts, and yes, they're pricey. Also, there are two different head designs. One is a large diameter flat head, and the other is a hemispherical narrower diameter head. If you look at the OEM parts list they show which goes where.

Southernboy

If you go onto eBay you will find replacement mirrors. Just make sure you get a heated type. These mirrors are curved which gives a wider angle of view to the rear. I must say I'm a little mystified by your "magnified" comment.

Southernboy

Seconded.....

Southernboy

As Robin said..."Good thinking Batman...I guess a piece of flexible rubber hose would work too."

Southernboy

Perhaps consider having the larger discs and calipers fitted.....They will be more durable. I find the disc size on the Z to be a tad small, and a larger disc with 4 pot caliper does the trick. Also, I believe there is a fitted system which provides for adjustment to the front and rear discs. This m...

Southernboy

I think if you have a few bob to spare it is the time to look for a bargain. I think a lot of people are taking economic lashes right now, and getting shot of the gas guzzlers in favour of "green" cars. It won't be long before company cars become greener...as soon as the accountants see a ...

Southernboy

Spares,spares and more spares.......

Southernboy

Shouldn't wobble. Check the hinge bolts. Also, if you look carefully around the sides and front there are rubber "bungs" which are adjustable by screwing in and out. These are meant to butt up against the hood so it is stable when lowered and locked by the catches.

Southernboy

Well the consensus seems to be .........YUCK!!
That settles that then., I think we can move on to something else...

Southernboy

See the item I posted " Z3 52TU 2.0" last evening. The guys are breaking a ZED and it has both mirrors. The link to them was added by Rob, so look at his message lower down to get the link.

Southernboy

Glad you managed to get the parts from Tomas. I'd be interested to know what you paid...you can PM me with that.

Southernboy

Whilst browsing eBay I came across these guys. They manufacture body-kits. The ones for the z3 are interesting. But the one I am quite keen on is the one on the blue they show fitted to a Z Coupe. Obviously it'll also fir the roadster too. I'd like some comments from anyone that may have dealt with ...

Southernboy

If you go to your local auto spray painting shop it'll take them about 30 mins to do your existing rear lights.. They just spray them with black paint. I had my daughters done a while back and they were great..

Southernboy

What make of radio ?? Call the agents, or if it's an OEM fitting, call BMW

Southernboy

Have you spoken to Johnjo on this forum ?? He told me he was breaking 2 zeds, and may be able to help you with parts.
Barry

Southernboy

Hi'ya Monkey. If you're happy to pay £20.00 and the postage from South Africa. I will send you a brand new KN52 Cold Air Induction system complete with filter etc. I bought it about 3 months ago, and then saw an ad for the Simota system, and bought that too. I have fitted the Simota, and still have ...

Southernboy

What's a 1J engine??

Southernboy

Only time I look out the back is when I want to see if the cops are keeping up........

Southernboy

I posted an item earlier "Z3 S52TU" It refers to a zed being stripped for spares. Rob has copied the link lower down on that thread. I reckon you could get a complete mirror there. If you contact the seller, and make him an offer. He seems to be amenable to helping promptly. He is however ...

Southernboy

have you tried searching eBay under E36 M Rear trailing arm???

Southernboy

Thanks Rob....I'll try it next time....

Southernboy

Rob, everytime I hit copy, I have no idea where it has been copied to....Paste hasn't ever been used as a function yet...

Southernboy

Thanks Rob....I knew I could count on you!!.......

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Southernboy

Right now a z3 - black with roll hoops and wind deflector + all parts being stripped in the UK. Seller on eBay. (Don't asl me to give you a link - I don't know how to do it!!) The seller is q-onago anyone looking for parts go look see quick. The front left is trashed, but the rest of it looks good

Southernboy

The Goodyear F1's are really good. I've just fitted a new set a week ago. I picked up a set of 18" Z4 S Drive wheels at at a bargain price of £500.00 for the set - brand new in the box!! Good luck with the new car though, and look forward to the progress.

Southernboy

Very nice........I guess you'll be doing a few upgrades to the side indicators etc etc........You should get hold of Johnjo on this forum, he is breaking a couple of Zeds and may have some stuff you may want.

Southernboy

If you ever get here, you would sorely miss your Zed....The Cape Town area has to be one of the most stunning open car driving places in the world...not to mention the city itself...

Southernboy

I've ordered a new rear window, and before I have it fitted I would like soe advice on having the soft top proofed, and if the product exists that will blacken it evenly. It has slightly "shiny" marks where the steel frame pushes from the inside, and perhaps this can be re-dressed somehow?...

Southernboy

Shame you must sell....I've just been looking on the AutoTrader - South Africa - and the same car here would be selling for around £7,700.00... You guys are really under-pricing your cars. I saw a 2001 M Coupe with a genuine 12,600 miles going here for £.14,700.00.

Southernboy

Try the wonderful England weather....wet/dry...very cold/hot....The wet will always get into a spot weld, and when it freezes...guess what happens next...Pop

Southernboy

Sounds like a really good opportunity to "upgrade" your Zed. I would look for a M3 sedan with the 3.2 motor etc etc from the same year which is in good nick, and remove the entire motor, ecu etc etc etc and transplant it into your Zed. Then fix up your Zed head, and put it into the sedan, ...

Southernboy

Anyone with a passenger side -Beige Turret cover to fit roll hoop application. I have the pop in cover. I will pay shipping or have my courier collect from you.

Southernboy

The two pieces at the top of my gear shaft also got damaged. I simply removed them and about 6mm more of the shaft.........instant short-shift gear lever :lol: If you go for an original BM knob, use a bit of marine silicone from the hardware shop. It'll keep your knob right where it should be ....on...

Southernboy

Definitely wobbly....the door card holds it in the correct position once located.

Southernboy

Is it politically incorrect to call it "Lesbian Lime"

Southernboy

Yep.......definitely no glue!!!!! Silicone is always good on a loose Knob....

Southernboy

Heath.........are you well lad ??

Southernboy

Hi Rob. Use some marine (Clear) silicone. Just squeeze a bit into the knob hole and press it on. Wipe away any excess at the bottom, and let it dry over a few hours. It also allows it to be removed fairly easily by a simple twist and pull if you need to remove it at any time.

Southernboy

Thanks for the directions..I'm collecting parts tomorrow.

Southernboy

You can have an after-market electric fan fitted to replace the viscous fan. It's a job you couls actually do yourself. They are "reversible" so they can be made to rotate as a "push" or "pull" air flow. What you need is to "pull" air into the engine compartme...

Southernboy

The consensus on the viscous fan only being operative if the temp really gets high is correct. In fact, you guys being in the UK could all dispose of it entirely, and have the thermostatic switch changed to kick the electric fan at a slightly lower temp. This will add a few horses to your overall po...

Southernboy

Thanks Rob........appreciated.

Southernboy

Has anyone replaced the top rubber mounts on the rear shocks?? What will I need to get to replace these??

Southernboy

Is that what they mean by thinking out of the box.....

It' is quite a daring person to advertise it though. 10/10 for sheer audacity!

Southernboy

This conversation is heading south by the sound of it...

Southernboy

Have any of you ever removed the cylinder head and found that the top-side where the valve springs are is coated with a brown film which refuses to come away??? I rebuilt an E36 a while back, and apart from taking it to a specialist head rebuilder to have cleaned, which costs a packet and can take d...

Southernboy

I support Johnjo's perspective. It's really great to have the opportunity to buy OEM Z3 parts, so sacrficing a few Zeds is a benefit to a lot of other guys that really want to keep their cars OEM. And I reckon if Johnjo wants to advertise on eBay and on the forum we all have a chance to get the part...

Southernboy

Did you manage to find one yet??

Southernboy

Hi Jim. I would really like to know if you received the disc of the Bentleys Manual I posted to you ???????

Southernboy

Why not a convertible!!!! You are a blessed guy Jon

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