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by Brittas
Mon 29 Apr, 2019 11:20
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Have I overpriced my car?
Replies: 8
Views: 3562

Re: Have I overpriced my car?

You can get a 3.0 Z4 for £5k. https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201903135851504?maximum-mileage=70000&postcode=st16rn&model=Z4&radius=1500&make=BMW&sort=sponsored&advertising-location=at_cars&onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=New&a...
by Brittas
Sun 07 Apr, 2019 11:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front foot well speaker upgrade ?? Originals not that bad
Replies: 8
Views: 5377

Re: Front foot well speaker upgrade ?? Originals not that bad

I used existing wiring. Are you sure the bog standard set up has an amp?
by Brittas
Sat 06 Apr, 2019 12:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 1998 1.9 Z3 Sudden higher pitch engine whine
Replies: 2
Views: 1224

Re: 1998 1.9 Z3 Sudden higher pitch engine whine

I am thinking alternator. I had a burnt electric smell today with my new battery needed a jump from a boost pack. I am not too sure if it is an easy swap over or not. Looks a bit confined. I have found a new one with 12 months warranty for £90. Hopefully I can swap it out my self.
by Brittas
Fri 05 Apr, 2019 14:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 1998 1.9 Z3 Sudden higher pitch engine whine
Replies: 2
Views: 1224

1998 1.9 Z3 Sudden higher pitch engine whine

Car has sat for a week in garage just started her up and there is a higher pitch engine whir/whine . Seems hard to locate. Turning into a costly caper these older cars. Car is a 1998 1.9 with 87000 miles.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWPeGdS ... e=youtu.be
by Brittas
Fri 05 Apr, 2019 05:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front foot well speaker upgrade ?? Originals not that bad
Replies: 8
Views: 5377

Front foot well speaker upgrade ?? Originals not that bad

I have put a pioneer head unit in my 1.9 Z3 which has really improved the music sound. I have tried a 15cm pair of kenwoods that were £55 from Halfords ..... Sounded worse than standard speakers. I have tried some Fusion Encounter 240w . 6.5" 4 ohm. EM-CM65 ... these sounded worse. It seems the...
by Brittas
Mon 25 Mar, 2019 08:08
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 1.9 takes time for idle speed to reach correct point.
Replies: 4
Views: 3852

Re: Z3 1.9 takes time for idle speed to reach correct point.

Sounds exactly how mine behaves. You could have same 'problem'.
by Brittas
Sat 23 Mar, 2019 06:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Grommet part number for handle cover replacement
Replies: 3
Views: 1610

Re: Grommet part number for handle cover replacement

Many thanks found and ordered.
by Brittas
Fri 22 Mar, 2019 06:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Grommet part number for handle cover replacement
Replies: 3
Views: 1610

Grommet part number for handle cover replacement

I am looking for the oval Grommet at the back of the door that allows you access to the door handle cover latch . Can any one find a link to purchase in the UK? I have found every door part imaginable apart form that grommet.
by Brittas
Wed 13 Mar, 2019 15:08
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 1.9 takes time for idle speed to reach correct point.
Replies: 4
Views: 3852

Z3 1.9 takes time for idle speed to reach correct point.

When stopping in traffic engine stays at 1300 rpm approx. After a short while it drops to a 1000 rpm. Eventually it settles to its normal idle speed of 700-800 rpm. Is there some sort of air leakage problem here or nothing to worry about?
by Brittas
Wed 13 Mar, 2019 10:55
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Any one tried Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 ?
Replies: 4
Views: 2914

Any one tried Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 ?

I just ordered x4 for under £130 (16"). I know they are not really that sporty but My 21 year old 1.9 doesn't get thrown around that much. I was trying to get Uniroyal Rainsport 3's but x2 tyre companies were messing me about trying to get hold of them. I have had the Hankook evos (sportier) on...
by Brittas
Tue 12 Mar, 2019 11:22
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 fog light switch removal
Replies: 1
Views: 1126

Re: Z3 fog light switch removal

Yes it does lever out if anyone wants to know...sorted.
by Brittas
Tue 12 Mar, 2019 11:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 fog light switch removal
Replies: 1
Views: 1126

Z3 fog light switch removal

I have to change the switch. Does it pop out or do I need to get access from the back of the toggle switches ?
by Brittas
Tue 05 Mar, 2019 07:20
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 1998 Z3 key question UK
Replies: 7
Views: 2770

Re: 1998 Z3 key question UK

The guy I bought car off has found another key . It is probably number 3 in the list.
The spare key with no buttons.
Could this be used to copy for a new master key with buttons from locksmith?
by Brittas
Mon 04 Mar, 2019 08:47
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 1998 Z3 key question UK
Replies: 7
Views: 2770

Re: 1998 Z3 key question UK

£214 from stealer probably not an option. It may be my only option as there is no 'master' key to copy.
by Brittas
Sun 03 Mar, 2019 19:46
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 1998 Z3 key question UK
Replies: 7
Views: 2770

Re: 1998 Z3 key question UK

thanks for that looks like a trip to dealer
by Brittas
Sun 03 Mar, 2019 19:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 1998 Z3 key question UK
Replies: 7
Views: 2770

1998 Z3 key question UK

I only have 1 grey bodied key for my 98 Z3 UK. It does not lock the storage space behind the seats. It does not lock boot. It opens and locks central locking including boot and starts car . It has no buttons on it . Perhaps the locks have been changed? would there have been a fob type key when it wa...
by Brittas
Fri 01 Mar, 2019 08:42
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: newbie leaky roof questions
Replies: 6
Views: 2089

Re: newbie leaky roof questions

Door membranes can cause water to come in to foot well. Pop off door card and check /reseal with silicone sealant. They are a real weak flimsy foam like material.
by Brittas
Wed 03 Mar, 2010 16:26
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Z4 2.5 SE Synthetic oil change...Flushing question
Replies: 2
Views: 1673

I had a Z3 before this one.I have found out via some oil bible that flushing is not really needed. I have now used e-bay and changed plugs to iridium..K and N panel filter, K and N oil filter, 8L of castrol edge sport(6.6L used) all for under £140. You need a 36MM socket for oil filter housing.
by Brittas
Wed 24 Feb, 2010 13:11
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Z4 2.5 SE Synthetic oil change...Flushing question
Replies: 2
Views: 1673

Z4 2.5 SE Synthetic oil change...Flushing question

Hi my new 04 2.5 SE Z4 58,000 miles got an oil service from the 2nd hand car place I got it. To be honest They could have put chip oil in it for all I know. I am going to do a castrol edge 0 40 oil and filter change. I could be putting syth. oil on to old mineraloil left overs. Would it be prudent t...
by Brittas
Wed 24 Feb, 2010 13:08
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: delete pls posted in wrong section
Replies: 0
Views: 301

delete pls posted in wrong section

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