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by snatch
Mon 26 Jan, 2009 19:42
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: wheels
Replies: 5
Views: 1031

Image
the wheels.
by snatch
Mon 26 Jan, 2009 19:14
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: wheels
Replies: 5
Views: 1031

wheels

Anyone interested in my team dynamics fronts 18/8 et35 equinox wheels
+ rears18/9 et 15 equinox
Fronts are brand new
rear are less than 6months old
I also have 2 x 18/9 et 35's
genuine reason for sale £800 for the lot or £600 for the top 4
email or ring 07812 733 174
by snatch
Thu 22 Jan, 2009 18:52
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: roof
Replies: 2
Views: 897

roof

Anyone want a cosmos black hardtop inc fitting tool inc rear window switch inc stand inc cover inc fitting kit all genuine BMW £1k all in, before I put it on ebay.
by snatch
Sun 18 Jan, 2009 13:48
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Front flippers
Replies: 1
Views: 422

Front flippers

I'm looking for the front flippers for my M if anyone knows of any could you please let me know. cheers Snatch :wink: :wink:
by snatch
Sat 08 Nov, 2008 12:54
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Please Help - Loud metal grinding noise from engine
Replies: 13
Views: 1372

speak to compressortech of Birmingham they specialise in remanufacturing compressors etc - they helped me out.
by snatch
Tue 14 Oct, 2008 18:42
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: New headlights, wheels spaced, new plate, new badges,.......
Replies: 18
Views: 2211

Absolute Dogs danglies !!! never mind the roof mate -- put my M engine box etc in it. very easy to do.!!?? :twisted:
Well done it looks trick - worth the effort.
by snatch
Sun 12 Oct, 2008 11:07
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: projector headlights
Replies: 1
Views: 534

projector headlights

As anyone got a photo or drawing explaining how or what adjusts the headlights under the bonnet...... I have the group buy projestors ??? :wink:
by snatch
Sun 05 Oct, 2008 19:06
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Check It Out
Replies: 6
Views: 818

Not many pictures I know - but the photographer had the car for about 4-5hrs he took loads.
I'm very impressed with the article though.
just got back from lands end- spent the weekend in Cornwall with Ellie my wife, the car was spot on and returned 25mpg easily. (chuffed ).
by snatch
Thu 02 Oct, 2008 19:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Check It Out
Replies: 6
Views: 818

yes sorry - performance BMW
by snatch
Thu 02 Oct, 2008 17:08
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Check It Out
Replies: 6
Views: 818

Check It Out

Novembers edition of PBMW
Z3 Roadster Rocks. :wink:
by snatch
Tue 23 Sep, 2008 19:11
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Skinny vs Snatch @ Santa Pod
Replies: 12
Views: 1376

skinny pm me your email and I'll send you some proffessional photo's
sorry everyone else but they have a copyright attached.
by snatch
Mon 22 Sep, 2008 20:56
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Skinny vs Snatch @ Santa Pod
Replies: 12
Views: 1376

When I got to santa pod the marshalls told me on saturday that I should putmy roof up or use arm restraints - incase I turn over and my arms get thrown out !!! Having met Roy i think they made him put his roof up to stop him jumping out with excitement = The man had me in hysterics with his enthusia...
by snatch
Thu 18 Sep, 2008 16:55
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: ultimate BMW show
Replies: 15
Views: 2230

I'm thinking of going sat and sun so can't wait. I've never been on a strip with a car before so i'll need a couple of practise runs first.
hoping to do well :wink:
by snatch
Sun 07 Sep, 2008 18:04
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Update time again = slowing down aren't they ! recieved the suspension 4 days after ordering from Drift Works in Birmingham. KW Variant 3 http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/ls3001.jpg Also recieved these from America = engine completed http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/ls3...
by snatch
Sun 31 Aug, 2008 15:47
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

The car is amazing still enjoying it. waiting on suspension + have ordered Remus end cans from Performance parts in Rugby so they'll soon be on. Aircon will be connected on tuesday. brakes perfect. gearing spot on. Craig is waiting for the mapping programmes so won't be long. about the same as the B...
by snatch
Sat 30 Aug, 2008 17:45
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: ultimate BMW show
Replies: 15
Views: 2230

I will be there with the thing !! :twisted:
by snatch
Fri 29 Aug, 2008 20:24
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: ultimate BMW show
Replies: 15
Views: 2230

ultimate BMW show

Anyone tell me when this show is on at Santa Pod + any info on what happens etc?
by snatch
Sat 23 Aug, 2008 07:26
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Brief up date because the sun is out and I'm off for a spin. http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/th_pgc012.jpg Listen to it , Its so quite its exactly what I wanted this car really is top draw. Underneath http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/pgc006.jpg In the sun http://i296.p...
by snatch
Thu 21 Aug, 2008 18:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Bad news / Good news
Replies: 27
Views: 2679

If your interested I have a M gearbox - clutch - prop donut and fly wheel.
Drive in and out £1000. fitted exchange -- in Birminham 30k mls from new.
by snatch
Thu 21 Aug, 2008 18:24
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

I will confirm the weight when the blasted suspension arrives + when I have fitted the new Remus end cans :D
by snatch
Wed 20 Aug, 2008 23:05
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

:D OH MY GOD this car flies = "very nearly into the canal" :dunce:
Got a big smack in the face to night by :devil: and realise that being a knob jokey will mark your wheels. :nono oops = :twisted: Satan must be treated with respect >> video 2moro when I've stopped shaking :thumb:
by snatch
Tue 19 Aug, 2008 21:48
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Firstly a big thankyou to Robbo + olive ( for going away for a week and letting him work late ) :cheers Blair for completeing the wiring and the extra's ( ie fit parrot convert light and indicators ) Blair have :bow :bow :bow and Craig + Blair's combined efforts on an amazingly trick engine bay. CHE...
by snatch
Mon 18 Aug, 2008 21:49
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

:D :D :D :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :squeeze: :squeeze: :twisted: :devil:
GET BEHIND ME SATAN
Image
IT LIVES WELL DONE BLAIR YOU'VE GOT YOUR 1st :bow
by snatch
Fri 15 Aug, 2008 20:26
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Latest update= Compressor back and fitted - thankyou Compressortech http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/v8z3043.jpg :bow Now on to Mr Taylors work http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/v8z3035.jpg :bow http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/v8z3041.jpg :bow http://i296...
by snatch
Thu 07 Aug, 2008 15:53
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

What a week !!! Craig has been working his nuts off... he has completed and fitted the headers and started on the rest of the exhaust. http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/v8z34.jpg The flow on this system will be spot on the fitment is very impressive. http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/...
by snatch
Wed 06 Aug, 2008 15:36
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale
Replies: 11
Views: 1805

Adam,
sorry they are sold I think someone is collecting them from Gaydon if not I'll pm you asap.
by snatch
Mon 04 Aug, 2008 20:14
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale
Replies: 11
Views: 1805

£80 please they are perfect.
by snatch
Sat 02 Aug, 2008 20:41
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale
Replies: 11
Views: 1805

Correct.
I've fitted chrome one so standars are surplus.
by snatch
Sat 02 Aug, 2008 18:19
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale
Replies: 11
Views: 1805

You need a fitting kit if you have'nt got one thier is a complete kit on ebay now which is very rare. there have been lots of threads on the subject.
Good luck.
by snatch
Sat 02 Aug, 2008 18:15
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Time for an update: Things that have been done since my last post include - clutch is now piped and bled so works - ABS pump has been moved and plumbed and will work - steering control arm designed manufactured and fitted + works and looks divine = thankyou Teknical Tim. Wiring as been started by th...
by snatch
Fri 01 Aug, 2008 20:14
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale
Replies: 11
Views: 1805

For Sale

I still have for sale Clear indicator lights = £150 Standard suspension - offers standard ARB's £50 S50 engine / gearbox inc all ancillaries £2k Standard front brakes £80 Standard Roll bars Standard business Radio Standard multi CD boot changer All excellent condition from my 99 M roadster. I will b...
by snatch
Wed 30 Jul, 2008 11:34
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

There was also a standard 6ltr which made 467bhp + a 5.7 with cam heads and throttle body which made 509bhp Mine is a new LS3 with new type heads uprated cam and 6.2 = :devil: BHP.
by snatch
Fri 25 Jul, 2008 20:39
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Here's a little bonus ball - Craig's own car http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/v8025.jpg He's taking it to the dyno on tuesday for set up and print out, I'm going with him so report back on his and the other 2 cars he has built soon. http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/v802...
by snatch
Fri 25 Jul, 2008 20:29
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

The latest update is - Craig has moved the ABS pump which now looks like a factory fitment http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/v8003.jpg Here is the engine fully installed without the aid of chains hoist ropes or safety nets, It should be the last time it needs to be fitted ! http://i296...
by snatch
Wed 16 Jul, 2008 20:17
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Introduction time everyone. = introducing BLAIR the god like master of wiring looms. hopfully he will work out the wiring system. I wonder which icon will be attached to further post about BLAIR.? Hopefully none of the following. :roll: :? :oops: :cry: :nerd: :dunce: :rtm: :puzzle: :geek: :shrug Cal...
by snatch
Wed 16 Jul, 2008 18:02
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

That is my target so you never know. ( Mr Taylor if your reading this ). :thumb:
by snatch
Tue 15 Jul, 2008 20:36
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Have'nt changed insurance yet but its on the list to sought v soon. The test run can't come soon enough but I'm expecting to have to wait a while for everything to come together. ie suspension = roughly 6-8 weeks but should be able to use the car on standard set for a while, I will need to run the e...
by snatch
Tue 15 Jul, 2008 17:03
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

The Prop came back from manufacturers on saturday http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/v8z3013.jpg And the powder coaters returned engine -gearbox - cross member also. Front ARB + poly kit ordered Nitron are still working on suspension, I have asked for the Eibach spring and top mount upg...
by snatch
Tue 15 Jul, 2008 16:48
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Hi & help!! (Exhaust problems)
Replies: 8
Views: 720

Very good condition 33k miles £250.Image
by snatch
Tue 15 Jul, 2008 16:01
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Hi & help!! (Exhaust problems)
Replies: 8
Views: 720

I have a cat I can sell from my 1999 s50 m if any one wants it or it may fit yours :?:
by snatch
Wed 09 Jul, 2008 17:47
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Latest up date = engine mounts + gearbox mounts designed manufactured and in place. http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/v8z3011.jpg Gearbox cross member http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/v8z3005.jpg And here is the big problem of the gear stick being in the wrong place comp...
by snatch
Sun 06 Jul, 2008 18:47
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Cruise
Replies: 0
Views: 416

Cruise

I'm after a cruise control set up if anyone has such a thing = complete obviously. :wink:
by snatch
Sat 05 Jul, 2008 20:19
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: parts
Replies: 27
Views: 3339

parts

H & R's have now sold = still have lights standard Brakes- ARB's
suspension etc.
by snatch
Thu 03 Jul, 2008 19:25
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: parts
Replies: 27
Views: 3339

I also have standard springs recently replaced by BMW and H & R lowering springs = £150 for 4 standard springs or £70 for 4 H & R as new.
Also Z3M oil cooler.
by snatch
Wed 02 Jul, 2008 18:22
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Took the suspension to NITRON in Oxford today, the place is very impressive. Pete took time to show me around + show examples of the products they procuce also discussed what I wanted and how he could achieve the best system for me,very very impressed, he says I can collect my original stuff end of ...
by snatch
Wed 02 Jul, 2008 18:09
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Couple of bits and Bobs
Replies: 3
Views: 842

If the gear knob is an m sport that lights up I'll have it ?
thankyou. :)
by snatch
Tue 01 Jul, 2008 17:42
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Deano thanks for the link, interesting, however very glad with the route I'm taking.
Thanks to everyone for the support and encourageing words I can't wait.
more photo's soon.
Remote gear change arrived today so did the twin diff mount case. :)
by snatch
Mon 30 Jun, 2008 19:18
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

I don't think he has done a 968 but this is a common conversion in the states because we have spoken on the subject before, kits are available for the 968.Exods read my earlier posts and your questions have been answered. I have not seen an e36 kit advertised but I think I'd rather have a person con...
by snatch
Sat 28 Jun, 2008 17:53
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

Today's activity has been to try the engine and gearbox in = http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/corvetteconversion045.jpg this is easy when you have the knowledge and correct equipment ( Robbo was making the tea at this stage ). http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm184/p13rka/corvetteco...
by snatch
Sat 28 Jun, 2008 17:37
Forum: Performance
Topic: LS3 V8 conversion
Replies: 104
Views: 59198

I made a mistake on the power of the grey Mazda RX7 it actually made 594 BHP + 609 FTLB of torque. As mentioned before I'm selling the original engine = gearbox -wiring loom-inc ecu etc - complete with all ancillaries = airbox - starter - exhausts - etc etc. The insurance will be slightly less than ...

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