Hey Howi, I used to live near you, in West Chiltington, before I moved to Norfolk. My band 'Cut Loose!' played many gigs in The Hen and Chicken up to 2012. Did you ever get to see us?
Bonzo.
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- Tue 14 Jun, 2016 22:20
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: BMW Z3 3.0 W Reg £5750
- Replies: 22
- Views: 6137
- Mon 13 Jun, 2016 23:15
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: New member!
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2062
Re: New member!
Too right. I had central locking issues and the boot loom looked fine......until I cut away the sleeving! One wire broken and another nearly so.
- Mon 13 Jun, 2016 23:11
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Leather fetish?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 906
Leather fetish?
Hi all, I was chatting to a taxi driver the other day and we were talking about washing cars. He said he only uses a Chamois leather to dry off the bodywork as a microfibre cloth lifts off polish. Anyone out there have a take on this?
Bonzo
Bonzo
- Tue 31 May, 2016 11:33
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
- Replies: 2088
- Views: 419560
Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Cracking deal! I got my bits from them as well, but I didn't get that much of discount. I also got all of my brake bits from them.
- Mon 30 May, 2016 13:29
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
- Replies: 2088
- Views: 419560
Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
I have recently renewed all my springs and shocks with o.e.m. Sachs kit. Where did you get yours from?Koolflyer wrote:Sachs front shocks and top mounts fitted, now just bought a pair of Sachs rear shocks.
Bonzo.
- Sat 14 May, 2016 19:19
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Boot spot weld
- Replies: 36
- Views: 10788
Re: Boot spot weld
Sorry, Randy Forbes it is. Randy Rhodes was a Rock guitarist. Being a bit of a muso, sorry, old muso, the name Randy just triggered the wrong surname!
Bonzo
Bonzo
- Fri 13 May, 2016 22:51
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Boot spot weld
- Replies: 36
- Views: 10788
Re: Boot spot weld
.............The zeds with broken brackets and mountings must surely have been abused, although some have successfully had them repaired by BMW after fighting their case. Cheers, Bonzo Not sure I can agree with you here, I am convinced that jacking under the diff and lifting the rear of the car has...
- Fri 13 May, 2016 19:48
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Boot spot weld
- Replies: 36
- Views: 10788
Re: Boot spot weld
I check my spot welds in the boot every 2 months or so and they are all fine. But having seen the horror video from Randy Rhodes, and the others on you tube, I thought I had better have a look from underneath at the diff bracket and surrounding areas. It was all fine there, (touches wood!), I was su...
- Tue 03 May, 2016 13:53
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Brilliant Duxford
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4877
Re: Brilliant Duxford
I tried that on .org, changing the username to 'Driven'. Got back on, but must have given too many clues as to my previous existence and got kicked out again. I think the 'Driven' posts are still live on it though.
Bonzo.
Bonzo.
- Mon 02 May, 2016 22:35
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Brilliant Duxford
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4877
Re: Brilliant Duxford
Did he get you with it!Badman gee wrote:Hardtop throwing rattle out of pram!bertiejaffa wrote:again?? What for this time??Badman gee wrote:I'm barred too!
- Mon 02 May, 2016 22:07
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Brilliant Duxford
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4877
Re: Brilliant Duxford
Unfortunately I am barred from .org, so I would be grateful if someone who is a joint member could copy this and post it on that site. Thank you. Not posted on .org but your message has been copied to another Zed forum that Mike and Sandy frequent. Many thanks, great to meet and chat to you yesterd...
- Mon 02 May, 2016 18:49
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Brilliant Duxford
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4877
Brilliant Duxford
I would just like to say a big thank you to all the new friends I made yesterday at Duxford, and of course meeting Mike and Sandy, and Barry again. The whole day was perfect. After meeting new and familiar faces over coffee at the John Barleycorn, even the long queue to the site entrance was bearabl...
- Fri 29 Apr, 2016 16:48
- Forum: New to zroadster.net?
- Topic: new owner
- Replies: 8
- Views: 6312
Re: new owner
Welcome buddy! Can't help you myself, but I'm sure the techy wizards will around with some sound advice!
- Wed 27 Apr, 2016 22:40
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Squeaky steering wheel fix ( read this )
- Replies: 22
- Views: 13139
Re: Squeaky steering wheel fix ( read this )
No squeak, but I noticed this under the bonnet, so I lubed it anyway!
- Wed 27 Apr, 2016 22:35
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
- Replies: 2088
- Views: 419560
Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
AW8, which part of Sussex are you from?
- Tue 26 Apr, 2016 16:54
- Forum: New to zroadster.net?
- Topic: First time z3 owner
- Replies: 7
- Views: 5516
Re: First time z3 owner
Welcome to the fold!..... Oh man, don't the Z3 look special? I never tire of looking at her, all those lovely curves...... Dammit... where are the tissues.
Bonzo.
Bonzo.
- Tue 26 Apr, 2016 16:44
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Boot spot weld
- Replies: 36
- Views: 10788
Re: Boot spot weld
I think they are more likely to fail if you are the type that habitually goes to 4000 rpm, drops the clutch and floors the loud pedal!
Bonzo.
Bonzo.
- Tue 26 Apr, 2016 16:31
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Basic Modifications and additional insurance costs.
- Replies: 16
- Views: 3032
Re: Basic Modifications and additional insurance costs.
I'm with Stacey..... Er well, when I say with her, I mean she gave me a great price for my Z3lda's insurance, mods and all. I would definitely give her a call, just say Bonzo sent you.
Bonzo.
Bonzo.
- Tue 26 Apr, 2016 11:50
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Duxford, 1st May.
- Replies: 4
- Views: 855
Duxford, 1st May.
Hi all, anyone else going to Duxford? ( Assuming we all haven't been battered senseless by hailstones and/or washed away by floods that is!) If so, do forum members meet up en route somewhere first and convoy in? I intend going, but haven't been before so any info re. times, entry, gates, parking et...
- Sun 24 Apr, 2016 22:42
- Forum: Let's talk
- Topic: manual hood wont close - dah
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4365
Re: manual hood wont close - dah
My hard top seems tighter than usual after being down for a while. I just clip it over but just close the latches halfway and leave it for a while to stretch it, then close it fully. No probs.
Bonzo.
Bonzo.
- Sat 16 Apr, 2016 18:48
- Forum: Check your diary
- Topic: Old Buckenham Wings and Wheels cancelled!
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2325
Re: Old Buckenham Wings and Wheels cancelled!
I don't know, it was going to be my first visit. Quite a few from .org were going and the BMW car club.
Where abouts are you from?
Bonzo
Where abouts are you from?
Bonzo
- Thu 14 Apr, 2016 23:07
- Forum: Check your diary
- Topic: Old Buckenham Wings and Wheels cancelled!
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2325
Old Buckenham Wings and Wheels cancelled!
Wings and Wheels at Old Buckenham this coming Sunday (17th April) is cancelled due to the fact that so much rain is forecast the grass will be waterlogged and some areas flooded! Sunday apparently will be fine!
Cheers,
Bonzo.
Cheers,
Bonzo.
- Thu 07 Apr, 2016 19:32
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Strut braces
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2022
Re: Strut braces
I have a front strut, rear lower strut and body braces. I think there was a definite improvement in ride/handling when all three were on the car.
Ground clearance with standard height rear springs is just ok, any lower would be too risky IMO
Bonzo
Ground clearance with standard height rear springs is just ok, any lower would be too risky IMO
Bonzo
- Mon 04 Apr, 2016 11:47
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Free to a good home
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1690
Re: Free to a good home
The best music comes from under the bonnet!
- Mon 04 Apr, 2016 11:39
- Forum: Performance
- Topic: Z3 Strut braces
- Replies: 37
- Views: 23561
Re: Z3 Strut braces
I have an ASC front strut brace on my 2.8. Its a good tight fit,sitting perfectly on the struts. Bonnet clearance is minimal, but okay. I have the strong strut butt strut and body braces. I haven't lowered my Z and don't intend to, so there is just about enough ground clearance. With all fitted I n...
- Tue 29 Mar, 2016 22:52
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: ICE sitrep
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1375
Re: ICE sitrep
My I.C.E. sounds come from under the bonnet..................! Generally I'm too busy enjoying the to listen to music. I listen to music at home. Sit back close my eyes and let it take me over.... .. Man.
Bonzo
Bonzo
- Sun 27 Mar, 2016 00:18
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Front brakes
- Replies: 6
- Views: 941
Re: Front brakes
I got the Norfolk Grot the just before the track day! I felt so rough, there was no way I could have enjoyed it, let alone been safe!
The yellowstuff pads give off more dust than standard pads.
Bonzo
The yellowstuff pads give off more dust than standard pads.
Bonzo
- Fri 25 Mar, 2016 00:45
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Front brakes
- Replies: 6
- Views: 941
Re: Front brakes
I fitted Yellowstuff pads all round for a track day (please don't ask how it went!) .They are mighty fine for road use as well!
Bonzo.
Bonzo.
- Mon 21 Mar, 2016 23:51
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Door tweeter grill
- Replies: 17
- Views: 3655
Re: Door tweeter grill
Mine were a bit discoloured, went over them with a black permanent marker, 2 coats, perfect.
Bonzo
Bonzo
- Sun 13 Mar, 2016 01:11
- Forum: New to zroadster.net?
- Topic: Hello all, 1st time Z3 owner
- Replies: 37
- Views: 14283
Re: Hello all, 1st time Z3 owner
I'm lucky enough to be working alongside a guy with all the test and inspect quals, it has blown the roof off doing odd jobs which really is a good get out when you don't want to do them. As yet I've not yet driven the GT6 but I do believe the rear end skits when going light on one side cornering h...
- Fri 11 Mar, 2016 23:13
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Falkens or Continentals On The Rear?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5068
Re: Falkens or Continentals On The Rear?
Agreed, did that on Z3lda. She had Avon ZV5's on the rear + Michelin's on the front = tramlining. Fitted ZV5's on the front, now no tramlining!
Bonzo.
Bonzo.
- Thu 10 Mar, 2016 00:35
- Forum: New to zroadster.net?
- Topic: Hello all, 1st time Z3 owner
- Replies: 37
- Views: 14283
Re: Hello all, 1st time Z3 owner
Just seen your profile, I was a sparky before I retired. It's all getting too involved now, too much paperwork, even for the simple jobs!
I like GT6's, but isn't the rear end a bit tricky if it's near the limit? I understand it's a swing axle set up!
Bonzo.
I like GT6's, but isn't the rear end a bit tricky if it's near the limit? I understand it's a swing axle set up!
Bonzo.
- Wed 09 Mar, 2016 13:18
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Nearly time :)
- Replies: 21
- Views: 5131
Re: Nearly time :)
Stupid boy!
- Wed 09 Mar, 2016 00:44
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: New rear shocks for Z3 3.0/2.8
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2175
Re: New rear shocks for Z3 3.0/2.8
Raf did the operation then did he?
- Wed 09 Mar, 2016 00:37
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Nearly time :)
- Replies: 21
- Views: 5131
Re: Nearly time :)
I assume you are talking about your Z3!
- Wed 09 Mar, 2016 00:33
- Forum: New to zroadster.net?
- Topic: Hello all, 1st time Z3 owner
- Replies: 37
- Views: 14283
Re: Hello all, 1st time Z3 owner
Welcome mate!
Bonzo.
Bonzo.
- Tue 08 Mar, 2016 17:35
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Nearly time :)
- Replies: 21
- Views: 5131
Re: Nearly time :)
Psychedelic Man!.... Further out!
- Tue 08 Mar, 2016 00:38
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Nearly time :)
- Replies: 21
- Views: 5131
Re: Nearly time :)
Wow! Far out man.
- Mon 07 Mar, 2016 00:42
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Nearly time :)
- Replies: 21
- Views: 5131
Re: Nearly time :)
Ok let's hear your pet names for your Z3's...... Don't be shy now! You know mine is called Z3lda.
- Mon 07 Mar, 2016 00:34
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
- Replies: 2088
- Views: 419560
Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Not this week, but fairly recently. New springs and shocks all round (OEM), new front strut top mounts and rear shock top mounts, new heavy duty drop links front and rear, new ARB mounting bushes front and rear, new rear calipers, new rear brake discs/drums, new h/brake shoes and internals, new ATE ...
- Sat 05 Mar, 2016 17:42
- Forum: New to zroadster.net?
- Topic: Cinders
- Replies: 215
- Views: 64518
Re: Cinders
I don't listen to the radio or cd's that often when out in Z3lda. The best music comes from under the bonnet and out of the exhaust pipes.
- Mon 29 Feb, 2016 00:47
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Z3 hardtop purchase
- Replies: 23
- Views: 5650
Re: Z3 hardtop purchase
Agree with you on that one!! Me too! Unless it's left outside on the road 24/7 in a dodgy area, which luckily Z3lda isn't. Top down dry driving in Winter is fine if you prepare properly. You don't really even need gloves, and if the rain starts, the top can be up in 15-20 secs. Unless you're on a m...
- Wed 24 Feb, 2016 10:53
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: For sale Z3. 2.2 M Sport Titan Silver 2002. £2250ono
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2964
Re: For sale Z3. 2.2 M Sport Titan Silver 2002. £2250ono
Ah..... that makes my 2.8 an ///M then. I'll have to get a badge to put on it!
- Wed 24 Feb, 2016 00:19
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Track day brakes!
- Replies: 25
- Views: 5350
Re: Track day brakes!
Well, I got the brakes upgraded and new suspension fitted. Got her all fettled and nice for the Snetterton track day!.............And then went down with some sort of chest and throat infection, so too ill to do the track day! Sod's law or what? And it was a fine day.
- Mon 22 Feb, 2016 19:42
- Forum: Performance
- Topic: Z3 Strut braces
- Replies: 37
- Views: 23561
Re: Z3 Strut braces
I have an ASC front strut brace on my 2.8. Its a good tight fit,sitting perfectly on the struts. Bonnet clearance is minimal, but okay. I have the strong strut butt strut and body braces. I haven't lowered my Z and don't intend to, so there is just about enough ground clearance. With all fitted I no...
- Mon 22 Feb, 2016 19:07
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: For sale Z3. 2.2 M Sport Titan Silver 2002. £2250ono
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2964
Re: For sale Z3. 2.2 M Sport Titan Silver 2002. £2250ono
I didn't know that there was a 2.2 ///M sport. I thought they were all 3.2 litres.
- Thu 04 Feb, 2016 00:34
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Tuning the 3.0i
- Replies: 27
- Views: 4663
Re: Tuning the 3.0i
DITTO!lightning wrote:The Z4 has never done it for me. I don't like the exterior design and l don't like the interior either.
Bonzo.
- Thu 04 Feb, 2016 00:30
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: So it's still not handling how I'd want...
- Replies: 64
- Views: 14077
Re: So it's still not handling how I'd want...
When I bought Z3lda she had Avon ZV5's on the back and part worn Michelin's on the front and she tramlined quite badly at times. I put new ZV5's on the front and the transformation was dramatic, NO tramlining, like driving a different car!
Bonzo.
Bonzo.
- Tue 02 Feb, 2016 10:30
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Tuning the 3.0i
- Replies: 27
- Views: 4663
Re: Tuning the 3.0i
A few options: - Change over the Air Intake Remap Custom Exhaust? I have had a remap on mine, stock Air Intake and Stock Exhaust, the remap has not dramatically changed the power delivery but it has not got a smooth power curve and what certainly seem a few more horses. Has not got a smooth power c...
- Mon 01 Feb, 2016 00:38
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: Z3 Bra
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1575
Re: Z3 Bra
Now for some panties?