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by Boysie
Wed 05 Feb, 2014 09:57
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Dare I say...Spitfire/MGB Roadster
Replies: 46
Views: 6806

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

MGB's are very affordable these days but a MGC or a MGB GT would be a better investment or as somebody said earlier in the thread the TR4/5 route the way to go Or even the Triumph GT6 footnote Geoff H I thought I had been on this site a few years until I noticed when you joined A month after its cre...
by Boysie
Thu 16 Jan, 2014 20:33
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Ctek charger deal
Replies: 9
Views: 2858

Ctek charger deal

Picked up mine today a battery charger for caravan whilst battery is off A alternator/battery tester and a boot tidy That's the trouble I should wear blinkers, I only went to buy the charger I forgot 2 high viz tops as well, handy in the cars if you have to stop in an emergency and wonder out of car...
by Boysie
Mon 13 Jan, 2014 10:09
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: F/S - Karcher K Series Under-body Lance
Replies: 5
Views: 1119

Re: F/S - Karcher K Series Under-body Lance

Arrived today Many thanks
The wrapping was amazing
You must be the best present wrapper ever :)
by Boysie
Sun 12 Jan, 2014 17:26
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: tonneau cover for sale on ebay
Replies: 3
Views: 476

Re: tonneau cover for sale on ebay

alec.m wrote:Hi Boysie, He does say further down in ad "We are now willing to post this item at £12.50 cost". You can :) now
I already have one
but as said in previous threads I want to change the colour to Imola red, so I want a back up one
by Boysie
Sun 12 Jan, 2014 17:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Bentley Manual for sale
Replies: 6
Views: 531

Re: Bentley Manual for sale

I still have one on the shelf, still in its new wrapper never opened I thought a must have, i must open it one day nah Having the vast knowledge base on this forum who needs one plus the people are so friendly and enjoy parting with their own knowledge and experiences Explanations on here sink in be...
by Boysie
Sun 12 Jan, 2014 17:16
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: tonneau cover for sale on ebay
Replies: 3
Views: 476

Re: tonneau cover for sale on ebay

I hate all this collect only :head: :head:
by Boysie
Thu 09 Jan, 2014 13:47
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Displaying Tax Discs????
Replies: 19
Views: 2012

Re: Displaying Tax Discs????

With no tax disc looming
What is dumped ??
by Boysie
Wed 08 Jan, 2014 21:20
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Jonttt Imola II Red S54 Z3m Roadster Journal
Replies: 671
Views: 309630

Jonttt Imola II Red S54 Z3m Roadster Journal

It does if it's pampered and kept undercover and not used in the rain and snow, I have a similar one in my garage, my wife calls the cars the spoilt bitches lol


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by Boysie
Wed 08 Jan, 2014 21:17
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Displaying Tax Discs????
Replies: 19
Views: 2012

Re: Displaying Tax Discs????

Always try the grovelling letter. I did a good few years ago with the predecessors of the Environment Agency over fishing license. My friend couldn't be bothered. He went to court and was fined I didn't and never heard any more about it. Got to be worth a try? In my matching fishing days I overlook...
by Boysie
Wed 08 Jan, 2014 17:44
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Displaying Tax Discs????
Replies: 19
Views: 2012

Re: Displaying Tax Discs????

I was to understand you have to tax the car even on private land hence this sorned thingy introduced I was told they even have the power to remove the vehicle from your land :roll: There must be lots of cars under tarpaulins with no tax albeit the vehicle age date's well back It could be up-to-date ...
by Boysie
Mon 06 Jan, 2014 19:09
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Bertini GT25 - new Z3 body change kitcar
Replies: 191
Views: 46450

Re: Bertini Falco - new Z3 body change kitcar

stupot50 wrote:Anyone seen this one before?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tribute-Autom ... 1024285403
I quite like that
when the paint is done it will look good
it is different, nice curves :lol:
by Boysie
Sat 04 Jan, 2014 20:40
Forum: Performance
Topic: Simota Induction Kit S50 Z3m Roadster
Replies: 3
Views: 1479

Re: Simota Induction Kit S50 Z3m Roadster

PM sent
by Boysie
Sat 04 Jan, 2014 20:36
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: F/S - Karcher K Series Under-body Lance
Replies: 5
Views: 1119

Re: F/S - Karcher K Series Under-body Lance

Is the K series the standard fittings
if so i'll have it
I need to check in the morning
I bought a new Karcher on wheel and a reel
tried using old fitting which I have several and the small
yellow insert came out after reattaching them ??
by Boysie
Sat 04 Jan, 2014 15:06
Forum: Performance
Topic: Simota Induction Kit S50 Z3m Roadster
Replies: 3
Views: 1479

Simota Induction Kit S50 Z3m Roadster

I have read several threads on here regarding the Simota + and - benefits I read Jontt's thread about the Simota, amazingly that was 5 years back and he had trouble getting one then, so he got in touch with evolve to sort one, not sure is that still an option/route, Jontt had a S50 then. If anybody ...
by Boysie
Sat 04 Jan, 2014 13:14
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Unused, boxed AC Schnitzer rear bumper spoiler
Replies: 7
Views: 1570

Re: Unused, boxed AC Schnitzer rear bumper spoiler

A bargain for somebody
I still like the idea of front flippers
by Boysie
Fri 03 Jan, 2014 14:53
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Barnfinds
Replies: 0
Views: 3275

Barnfinds

Ive been following this site for some time now
I thought I would share it
More so for Gary in mind

http://www.barnfinds.com/
by Boysie
Wed 01 Jan, 2014 12:11
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Can I connect an iPod to standard stereo?
Replies: 9
Views: 1059

Re: Can I connect an iPod to standard stereo?

I bought one over a year ago
I could not get it to work
Maybe I was doing something wrong
is there an Aux button I need to press ?
I have the standard radio tape player in the car
by Boysie
Tue 31 Dec, 2013 17:20
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Back at last
Replies: 14
Views: 2433

Re: Back at last

I have used gliptone colours, well the refurbished did on my seat bolster I did asked could it be sprayed as he did on the bolster, he said yes But on asking not long ago he said no ? I did look at purchasing a small air spray, as you commented preparation is paramount albeit just a wipe over with t...
by Boysie
Tue 31 Dec, 2013 14:16
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Ctek charger deal
Replies: 9
Views: 2858

Ctek charger deal

Over Christmas not sure what day maybe boxing day I got an email from Amazon about deals on the day They were doing a deal on the Ctek Charger half price I thought yeh and then thought I have three I went into the garage the next day for a spin out in the car, must add top off and the bloody charger...
by Boysie
Tue 31 Dec, 2013 13:09
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Back at last
Replies: 14
Views: 2433

Re: Back at last

Hi BB, Yeah totally agree on the tonneau! Was the tonneau already tan or did you have it coloured I want to get mine sprayed Imola red, but not having a lot of success I spoke to a leather refurbisher who said cant do it as it is exposed to the elements I said I don't use it in the rain :head: I'm ...
by Boysie
Tue 31 Dec, 2013 12:58
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Is there life after a Z3?
Replies: 63
Views: 9761

Re: Is there life after a Z3?

As somebody has already said wow
What a surprise Barry
You will be missed and be a big lose to the Forum
I'm sure what route you go down with your new project/car
you will put your incredible commitment into it
by Boysie
Mon 30 Dec, 2013 21:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Class and Tacky
Replies: 27
Views: 3240

Class and Tacky

My dad had Morris Marina TC from new, from a independent dealer, it was his company car, he died and my brother bought the car, he had some work done and discovered it had a lotus engine in it, not sure if my dad knew about this, he was a sly one lol and had a good job, it did fly I remember that No...
by Boysie
Mon 30 Dec, 2013 09:46
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Bertini GT25 - new Z3 body change kitcar
Replies: 191
Views: 46450

Re: Bertini Falco - new Z3 body change kitcar

1 question though: as you are clearly a pro at this, have you ever considered creating a mould for a Z3 hardtop? Something like a weisman speedster look ? I'm sure there are several people here who'd rip your arm off for 1...... Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk I have tried Googling this, but no pi...
by Boysie
Sun 29 Dec, 2013 16:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Class and Tacky
Replies: 27
Views: 3240

Re: Class and Tacky

I bet she said don't show that picture :head: she doesn't know :lol: Tell your wife she looks lovely :wink: I tell her everyday :) if that was a twin cam or Mexico escort they are worth in excess of £25k today don't remember what model it was, it was later fitted with a roll bar, good job too as he...
by Boysie
Sun 29 Dec, 2013 11:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Replies: 2088
Views: 412673

Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?

lebigmec wrote:A car capsule... Looks huge in the garage! :shock:
A Carcoon ?
Any info on it please
by Boysie
Sun 29 Dec, 2013 11:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 bits and pieces
Replies: 18
Views: 2389

Re: Z3 bits and pieces

I need to replace one of the trays under my car somebody has cut a section away? albeit only small a small bit I did wonder was it the mice/rats to gain access When I said to my mechanic about getting a new one, he gave me a weird look, he thought I was crackers. If I had his lift the car would be a...
by Boysie
Sun 29 Dec, 2013 11:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Class and Tacky
Replies: 27
Views: 3240

Re: Class and Tacky

I bet she said don't show that picture :head: Looking at the cars in the background bring back memories Oh my I am showing my age now lol Tell your wife she looks lovely :wink: Insurance is relative I had a Austin mini cooper the insurance was £32 I was 19ish 43 years ago that was over a months mone...
by Boysie
Sun 29 Dec, 2013 11:13
Forum: Site Announcements and Feedback
Topic: RSS Feed of Zroadster.net
Replies: 15
Views: 15971

Re: RSS Feed of Zroadster.net

Is this not the same as having the latest Threads button
as other forums have ?
by Boysie
Thu 26 Dec, 2013 09:31
Forum: Site Announcements and Feedback
Topic: RSS Feed of Zroadster.net
Replies: 15
Views: 15971

Re: RSS Feed of Zroadster.net

I am like several people on here thinking what is RSS Feed What Is RSS? RSS Explained What is RSS? RSS (Rich Site Summary) is a format for delivering regularly changing web content. Many news-related sites, weblogs and other online publishers syndicate their content as an RSS Feed to whoever wants i...
by Boysie
Mon 23 Dec, 2013 13:38
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: E36 Centre Arm Rest
Replies: 17
Views: 3188

Re: E36 Centre Arm Rest

Although I have this one in my Zed with the drink holder and armrest

Image

Prior to this I was told the 5 series armrest was the way to go
by Boysie
Mon 23 Dec, 2013 08:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 tonneau?
Replies: 4
Views: 700

Re: Z3 tonneau?

It amazes me the crap info on Ebay
No wonder it didn't sell
by Boysie
Sat 21 Dec, 2013 14:58
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: New Z3 addicted from Florence, Italy
Replies: 14
Views: 2831

Re: New Z3 addicted from Florence, Italy

Hi Lorenzo
Welcome to the Forum
by Boysie
Fri 20 Dec, 2013 13:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Now Pay Attention 007 ......
Replies: 33
Views: 5036

Re: Now Pay Attention 007 ......

Stormy_be wrote:On the field of bond cars, nothing beats the old Aston.
Regards, Koen
my neighbour had an old aston
It was like a tank so heavy, you thought it was never going to stop
The chase scenes must have been speeded up in the film,
there is no way you could corner at speed in the mountains
by Boysie
Fri 20 Dec, 2013 10:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Now Pay Attention 007 ......
Replies: 33
Views: 5036

Re: Now Pay Attention 007 ......

http://i814.photobucket.com/albums/zz61/buz007/Matte%20Surround/DSC03369.jpg Ive also just purchased a white lotus esprit (which needs alot of work)! This is my friends Lotus esprit, he's a car nut He has spent a few bob on it He didn't need to do it, its immaculate he just likes spending his money...
by Boysie
Wed 18 Dec, 2013 14:52
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: Z3 1 Bambi 0
Replies: 6
Views: 2083

Re: Z3 1 Bambi 0

seasick steve wrote:Would have loved to have kept it, but the farmer had other plans!
Probably had a Xmas stag do planned :D
by Boysie
Wed 18 Dec, 2013 14:48
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: FS Leather trim panels center console black RHD
Replies: 2
Views: 674

Re: FS Leather trim panels center console black RHD

Scratching my head where they went :oops:
by Boysie
Wed 18 Dec, 2013 14:46
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: New here
Replies: 4
Views: 1340

Re: New here

Hi
Welcome to the Forum
by Boysie
Tue 17 Dec, 2013 13:59
Forum: Performance
Topic: DID YOU KNOW....diff noise revelation!!!
Replies: 16
Views: 10945

Re: DID YOU KNOW....diff noise revelation!!!

Taken from Wikipedia

A giubo (/ˈdʒuːboʊ/ JEW-boh; etymology: Giunti Boschi), also known as a flex disc,[1]
and sometimes misspelled as guibo
by Boysie
Tue 17 Dec, 2013 10:40
Forum: Performance
Topic: DID YOU KNOW....diff noise revelation!!!
Replies: 16
Views: 10945

Re: DID YOU KNOW....diff noise revelation!!!

Joycey wrote:Very intresting, My Zed has suffered this noise all the years i have owned it. I have a new Guibo to fit but still havent got round to fitting it.
Showing my ignorance
I just goggled Guibo thinking whats that :dunce:
by Boysie
Tue 17 Dec, 2013 10:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Halfords tool sets for carrying out Z3 overhaul
Replies: 28
Views: 6248

Re: Halfords tool sets for carrying out Z3 overhaul

...There are a few get out of jail tricks as well, a 12 point socket can adequately drive certain larger torx nuts... Allen keys / hexagon bits can also be used on internal Torx. and last top tip... flat blade screwdrivers can be used to open pots of paint :lol: . I know this was said in jest, but ...
by Boysie
Mon 16 Dec, 2013 18:42
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3, Z3M & Z3 Coupe Seat bushes for SALE !!!
Replies: 159
Views: 54000

Re: Z3, Z3M & Z3 Coupe Seat bushes for SALE !!!

That's handy they do my car, when it's in for its service, I'll ask them cost it to do them


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by Boysie
Sun 15 Dec, 2013 10:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Santa came early !
Replies: 23
Views: 2050

Re: Santa came early !

Took the car out for a drive this morning and it's not annoying at all ! At low RPM you get this noticeable growl but put your foot into the carpet and wow ! it sounds incredible real deep tone and pure music !! Don't think I will be playing the stereo much !! I have always liked the TVR sound, is ...
by Boysie
Sun 15 Dec, 2013 09:37
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Santa came early !
Replies: 23
Views: 2050

Re: Santa came early !

If that youtube sample was anything to go by
It sounds fantastic, music to your ears
by Boysie
Sat 14 Dec, 2013 12:08
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Merry Xmas.
Replies: 22
Views: 4034

Re: Merry Xmas.

A good thread to start Barry
A Very Merry Christmas to you
and to all fellow members on here
by Boysie
Tue 10 Dec, 2013 19:58
Forum: Performance
Topic: Fifth Gear
Replies: 4
Views: 1647

Fifth Gear

Just watched Fifth gear Very interesting, they were checking if you can regain the cars Horsepower to original spec The car was old but in good condition, say 15-20years, an early quick VW Vr6 ? Original spec stated 190hp Tested now 177hp on rolling road, they put it on the road after every stage Ad...
by Boysie
Mon 09 Dec, 2013 12:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Halfords tool sets for carrying out Z3 overhaul
Replies: 28
Views: 6248

Re: Halfords tool sets for carrying out Z3 overhaul

For most of us, I think the advantage of the sets is a box to keep everything in - that way you shouldn't lose any bits and everything is to hand when you're doing a job. Halfords Professional range is pretty good kit - I have two sets of combination spanners (one metric, one AF) out of this range ...
by Boysie
Mon 09 Dec, 2013 12:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Boot battery holder?
Replies: 24
Views: 2948

Re: Boot battery holder?

Pretty standard on most cars so I would think a visit to a local breaker would do the trick Its a specific bracket not any part will do Having your battery moving about can be very dangerous there are a few people breaking car on here ask one of them Ive got a Saxo and a transit van sat outside, bo...
by Boysie
Mon 09 Dec, 2013 12:41
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Boot battery holder?
Replies: 24
Views: 2948

Re: Boot battery holder?

stupot50 wrote:Pretty standard on most cars so I would think a visit to a local breaker would do the trick
Its a specific bracket not any part will do
Having your battery moving about can be very dangerous
there are a few people breaking car on here ask one of them
by Boysie
Sun 08 Dec, 2013 12:52
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Selling: AC Schnitzer door mirrors (LHD only)
Replies: 12
Views: 1529

Re: Selling: AC Schnitzer door mirrors (LHD only)

Its strange you tend to think you are the only
country to have Zed forum, especially with the same layout
by Boysie
Fri 06 Dec, 2013 13:46
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Selling: AC Schnitzer door mirrors (LHD only)
Replies: 12
Views: 1529

Re: Selling: AC Schnitzer door mirrors (LHD only)

OXO wrote:
Boysie wrote:I cant see the bases for them ?
They fit directly onto the door using the existing holes and rubber gasket.
A lot neater I think than OEM ones