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by Boosh
Thu 22 Oct, 2015 15:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Seatbelt Warning Light
Replies: 3
Views: 614

Re: Seatbelt Warning Light

Hi Bob, No reason to panic: the light is just a reminder to fasten you seatbelt. It will go off after a few seconds, regardless of whether you (or your passenger) fasten your seatbelt(s) or not. Proof is that nothing happens when you undo your belt with engine still running. Not even sure whether th...
by Boosh
Thu 15 Oct, 2015 09:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Got me a new Z
Replies: 6
Views: 1409

Re: Got me a new Z

Two Zeds in one household? His and hers? Now that's greedy... I mean, lucky. Saying that, between driving one or being driven in one, I know which I would choose! Moreover, that could make things easy for parts... as long as you don't get caught.
Obviously, pics or it didn't happen.

Boosh.
by Boosh
Thu 15 Oct, 2015 07:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New owner - Z3 2.8
Replies: 65
Views: 11025

Re: New owner - Z3 2.8

That would be a shame. I've personally been a member here for almost a year and found this site and its members to be a wealth of knowledge and very good support (even sometimes for things non Zed-related). Its search engine that doesn't require to be a member reflects a desire to help all fellow ow...
by Boosh
Tue 13 Oct, 2015 21:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New owner - Z3 2.8
Replies: 65
Views: 11025

Re: New owner - Z3 2.8

My car had one these on when I bought it:
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.vi ... 05&alt=web 

First thing I did was to take it down. Then again, a colleague of mine asked me to put it on his Ford...
Horses for courses, they say.
by Boosh
Tue 13 Oct, 2015 09:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New owner - Z3 2.8
Replies: 65
Views: 11025

Re: New owner - Z3 2.8

My 1.9 is so powerful (sarcasm, of course), that I put on it a different kind of badge: http://i1365.photobucket.com/albums/r743/mathieuboosh/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG0319_zpsnwq7w0ve.jpg [/URL In Nicholas Cage's voice, one can say it 'kicks ass!' Sorry, I'll see myself out... On a serious note, though,...
by Boosh
Wed 07 Oct, 2015 22:12
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Roof Top needs small repair
Replies: 39
Views: 6398

Re: Roof Top needs small repair

I had exactly the same problem when I bought my car. All it took was to adjust the angle of tilt of the window. If you have a look on the underside of the door, you will see two bolts that attach the ends of window runners to the door: one at the rear end, and one about a third in from the front. If...
by Boosh
Fri 02 Oct, 2015 13:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Replies: 2088
Views: 411065

Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?

Have to say, that is A1 Bargain. Even if it doesn't last (and probably won't), how many would you have to go through to catch up with dealer prices?
by Boosh
Tue 29 Sep, 2015 17:48
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Pressure Sensor Error Code 5E20
Replies: 14
Views: 3169

Re: Pressure Sensor Error Code 5E20

The only time I used my code reader (for the ever-so-popular airbag light), I remember needing a few attempts at resetting the faults with the machine before it did. Are you sure the faults were properly reset and then reoccurred? Wouldn't it be a waste of time and money to go through all that hassl...
by Boosh
Wed 26 Aug, 2015 21:20
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Fog light switch playing up
Replies: 10
Views: 1884

Re: Fog light switch playing up

Hi grussel,
I've got a spare working double fog lights switch hanging around. PM me if you're interested.
Boosh.
by Boosh
Sun 16 Aug, 2015 20:08
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Can't pick a name
Replies: 18
Views: 2063

Re: Can't pick a name

Doesn't the reg inspire you? Mine's pretty nice considering France doesn't have private plates. She's DR###ZR. Shame I'm no doctor...
by Boosh
Wed 29 Jul, 2015 14:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Continental adjustment of headlights
Replies: 3
Views: 872

Re: Continental adjustment of headlights

Hi, Mike,
Thanks for your reply. Well, the car did fly through the French mot and is French-registered...
It looks like I will have to search for continental headlights, then. I was hoping to be able to adjust these, but hey, it's not like I don't need other bits and bobs!
Boosh.
by Boosh
Wed 29 Jul, 2015 13:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Continental adjustment of headlights
Replies: 3
Views: 872

Continental adjustment of headlights

Hi all, As you might know, my Zed has recently been 'Frenchened', but while I have the required anti-dazzle stickers on the headlights, they are still in UK settings and do not light up the road properly (ie they currently are set up high towards the middle of the road, and low towards the pavement,...
by Boosh
Thu 16 Jul, 2015 06:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: FUEL FILTER
Replies: 7
Views: 1217

Re: FUEL FILTER

Funny you should pay that, Pingu, that's my experience on some of my previous cars. However, when I looked into changing that filter on my zed, I found that the fuel filter was held by box-standard jubilee clips. Also, the head of said clips showed signs of previous use. Added to the fact that the f...
by Boosh
Wed 15 Jul, 2015 12:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: FUEL FILTER
Replies: 7
Views: 1217

Re: FUEL FILTER

Hi K9Paul,
I managed to do it using the jack, it's fiddly and requires protective goggles, but doable on a driveway.
Hope this link helps: https://youtu.be/gaw5010KPtU

Boosh.
by Boosh
Wed 08 Jul, 2015 18:07
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Track rods
Replies: 9
Views: 1328

Re: Track rods

Thanks for your replies.
They were applying heat on the rods as I walked in. Still no budge. I'll have to look at getting some. If it's a common fault, one can only hope replacement parts won't be too dear, or I'll have to look at second-hand ones.
Thanks again,

Boosh.
by Boosh
Tue 07 Jul, 2015 22:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Track rods
Replies: 9
Views: 1328

Track rods

Hi all, I dropped my car off this morning to have the tracking done. The mechanic found the track rod ends too corroded and seized up to get adjusted. They therefore need replacing, but as my Zed and I are now living in France, my question is this: do I need to get UK track rods, or would they be th...
by Boosh
Thu 02 Jul, 2015 09:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: MOST COMMON CONSOLE COLOUR ?
Replies: 46
Views: 10630

Re: MOST COMMON CONSOLE COLOUR ?

Well, mine was wood, now vinyl-wrapped black...
Boosh.
by Boosh
Sun 28 Jun, 2015 15:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: radio service mode
Replies: 3
Views: 1355

Re: radio service mode

Hi, Neutro999, I'm not sure it helps, but my Business CD stereo does not require a long press on 'M' at all: a few short presses on the music note symbol (between - and +) goes from 'Bass', through 'Treb', 'Fadr', and 'Bal', finally to SPEED VOLUME. The - and + buttons can be used to adjust previous...
by Boosh
Tue 09 Jun, 2015 18:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: another knocking rear end - help needed
Replies: 15
Views: 3012

Re: another knocking rear end - help needed

Have I read somewhere about ballast in the bumper area?
Boosh.
by Boosh
Tue 09 Jun, 2015 18:48
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: looking for Z3 ASAP
Replies: 5
Views: 1393

Re: looking for Z3 ASAP

Welcome to the forum. The Coupe's a nice car, but I think you've made the right decision. A bit of TLC, supported by advice and banter from the forum, and you've got a head-turner for foreseeable future...
Don't forget to post some pics of your pride and joy.

Boosh.
by Boosh
Thu 28 May, 2015 16:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: CD Multi Changer
Replies: 21
Views: 4370

Re: CD Multi Changer

I've had cd changers jamming occasionally. It's usually the tray holding the disc out of the magazine that gets stuck for no obvious reason. I've always managed to get everything back on track (pun unintended) without damage to the disc. You need to disconnect the changer and remove its casing (usua...
by Boosh
Fri 22 May, 2015 18:12
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Service light reset.
Replies: 6
Views: 1373

Re: Service light reset.

Hi, Ontiken,
When I bought my Zed, two green squares were not lit. I proceeded to a service and reset the lights myself using the 'wire in Pacman' method. No problem at all. Not sure why it wouldn't work with yours...
Boosh.
by Boosh
Thu 21 May, 2015 13:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
Replies: 2088
Views: 411065

Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?

A French Contrôle Technique, which she sailed through. On apologising for taking the last slot of the day, causing him to finish late. His response was: 'it's ok, it's a nice car'. Made my day...
by Boosh
Fri 15 May, 2015 18:56
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Not been around
Replies: 9
Views: 2434

Re: Not been around

There's a theme, here. Could the Z be for the unlucky in love? Will import and register mine in France next week. I'm not keeping much, but my Zed's at the top of the list. I guess she could be a dangerous mistress.
Boosh.
by Boosh
Mon 11 May, 2015 21:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: parts wanted
Replies: 5
Views: 1142

Re: parts wanted

Hi, peter2b, It might be helpful to know that the covers that hide the lack of front fog lights can also be trimmed down for use with fog lights. There is a slight indent on one of the long sides (top or bottom) indicating where to cut. I remember seeing the pictures in a thread on here, somewhere. ...
by Boosh
Sat 02 May, 2015 12:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ignition-only fuse
Replies: 30
Views: 3503

Re: ignition-only fuse

Thanks you for clarifying that, Mike, but I fail to see how they can even be considered/intended as DRLs, as they are not facing forward. In any case my intention was to come up with something that looks good, gets me busy for a little while, and doesn't cost much. Having them on while driving is no...
by Boosh
Fri 01 May, 2015 17:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New Z3 owner with a roof and roof bar question
Replies: 13
Views: 1925

Re: New Z3 owner with a roof and roof bar question

Hi, and welcome. If you use the search function, you'll find several threads with regards to both topics. I can't answer your question about roll bars, as they were factory fitted on my car. As for the window, you need first to check that your window can be unzipped, before looking for a new zipped-...
by Boosh
Fri 01 May, 2015 16:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ignition-only fuse
Replies: 30
Views: 3503

Re: ignition-only fuse

The answer is indeed fuse #23. Although it is only 5amp (so I'll need to change my 30amp piggyback), it indeed is only live when key is in the II position. Just as I was hoping. Oh, and my car does not have fuses #50-on.
Thanks all for your help,

Boosh.
by Boosh
Fri 01 May, 2015 14:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ignition-only fuse
Replies: 30
Views: 3503

Re: ignition-only fuse

Thanks, Pingu,
As my fuse piggyback is mounted on a 30amp fuse, would F54 work as hoped? (Assuming I understand the charts). F54 is noted as 'air con & water pump'.Otherwise, if F23 was to work, I'd have to get a 5amp piggyback, wouldn't I?
Boosh.
by Boosh
Fri 01 May, 2015 12:20
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ignition-only fuse
Replies: 30
Views: 3503

Re: ignition-only fuse

...Hence my decision to not splice into headlight loom, and need for a switch: so that leds can be activated as and when is legal to do so. As it is set up now. The original purpose of this thread was to find an ignition-only fuse to make sure that leds could not be left on when keys out of ignition...
by Boosh
Fri 01 May, 2015 11:00
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ignition-only fuse
Replies: 30
Views: 3503

Re: ignition-only fuse

It's a 2002 1.9 M43, but I'm not sure I could make sense of an technical diagram...
Boosh.
by Boosh
Fri 01 May, 2015 07:46
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ignition-only fuse
Replies: 30
Views: 3503

Re: ignition-only fuse

Sure enough, but wouldn't they need to be amber colour? And mot-friendly?
Boosh.
by Boosh
Fri 01 May, 2015 07:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ignition-only fuse
Replies: 30
Views: 3503

Re: ignition-only fuse

Now, that's a good idea, but I'm not sure it is bright enough to be seen from distance and angle required. Bearing in mind those are the brightest leds available, you hardly see them when in direct sunlight. It'd be really cool, though. I got the idea from a silver z3 with a single blue led per gill...
by Boosh
Fri 01 May, 2015 07:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ignition-only fuse
Replies: 30
Views: 3503

Re: ignition-only fuse

Thank you both, For convenience, I'll have a look at fuse #23, as everything is already set up to take its feed from the fuse box. Failing that, I'll look at Southernboy 'hardwiring' solution. I must admit, I quite like the result, red leds on a red car. I had to do away with the long plastic wavy p...
by Boosh
Thu 30 Apr, 2015 23:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ignition-only fuse
Replies: 30
Views: 3503

Re: ignition-only fuse

Thanks, Southernboy, I'll have a look in the morning. Is there a fuse under there I can tap into? Not even sure what to expect behind the steering column panel...
Boosh.
by Boosh
Thu 30 Apr, 2015 19:42
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ignition-only fuse
Replies: 30
Views: 3503

Re: ignition-only fuse

Just checked. 34 is indeed marked as 'optional extras', but is permanently live, I'm afraid... As a matter of fact, windows are #14, not 40 as previously thought. Any other suggestion?
Boosh.
by Boosh
Thu 30 Apr, 2015 17:46
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ignition-only fuse
Replies: 30
Views: 3503

ignition-only fuse

Hi all, I have put some LED strips in the gills of my 1.9 (please don't judge), but didn't want them spliced into the headlights. I bought a fuse piggyback thing, and wired it all up, with a switch in the centre console. My issue is that I wanted to find an ignition-only fuse, as opposed to a perman...
by Boosh
Mon 27 Apr, 2015 23:31
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What about these wheels?
Replies: 13
Views: 3463

Re: What about these wheels?

They certainly are my favourites!
G8jka, is that z3-specific mudflaps that you beauty is sporting? Where can I find some? They're much easier on the eye than the stone guards, I think.
Boosh.
by Boosh
Mon 27 Apr, 2015 18:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: cruise control retrofit M43
Replies: 4
Views: 1114

Re: cruise control retrofit M43

Thanks, I was hoping for 'plug and play', but at least it's feasible on my engine. Cruise control is something I miss and would like, provided cost and effort are reasonable (especially cost ;-) ). The hunt for bits will soon begin, then. I'm assuming dealer prices are just for a laugh, aren't they?...
by Boosh
Mon 27 Apr, 2015 16:56
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: cruise control retrofit M43
Replies: 4
Views: 1114

cruise control retrofit M43

Hi, all, I've had a look throughout different threads and in knowledge base, about retrofitting cruise control. All the threads I found were about bigger engines. Would any of you be able to tell me whether it is possible to retrofit cruise control to a 1.9 M43? And if it is, how hard a job it is, a...
by Boosh
Thu 23 Apr, 2015 11:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Rear screen
Replies: 3
Views: 623

Re: Rear screen

Based on original description and price, it sounds that I have the same replacement screen. Ten weeks on, mine still needs a helping hand to fold neatly. It probably would sort itself out if I forced it, but I'd rather be cautious. The electric hood is quite helpful in pausing about a third down, so...
by Boosh
Sat 11 Apr, 2015 13:40
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: seat motor replacement. Advice needed.
Replies: 3
Views: 641

Re: seat motor replacement. Advice needed.

Okay... but isn't that more work than just swapping the motor over?
Boosh.
by Boosh
Sat 11 Apr, 2015 08:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: seat motor replacement. Advice needed.
Replies: 3
Views: 641

seat motor replacement. Advice needed.

Hi all, thought I'd take advantage of the weather yesterday to have a go at sorting out the passenger seat, stuck in the high position. After having read a few threads and tried all recommended techniques to no avail, I though it was time to get the seat out and investigate. The main difference with...
by Boosh
Thu 09 Apr, 2015 20:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What a Day
Replies: 6
Views: 1406

Re: What a Day

'Works starts when you'd rather be somewhere else!'
On a day like today, not many places indeed would beat driving top down.
Hope there's more of them days ahead.

Boosh.
by Boosh
Mon 06 Apr, 2015 23:28
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Airbox chamber
Replies: 3
Views: 874

Re: Airbox chamber

Ahh, so I guessed correctly, then.
Not sure I see much point in increased engine noise not teamed with better performance...
Thanks for sharing your knowledge,

Boosh.
by Boosh
Mon 06 Apr, 2015 19:55
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Airbox chamber
Replies: 3
Views: 874

Re: Airbox chamber

Anyone?
by Boosh
Sun 05 Apr, 2015 19:01
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: code 40 on a Bit reader
Replies: 8
Views: 1633

Re: code 40 on a Bit reader

If I remember correctly, once the scanner plugged in the engine-bay socket, I had to press 'reset' a few times, as if the fault had been logged in a few times, and every entry needed to be cleared.
Hope that help,

Boosh.
by Boosh
Sun 05 Apr, 2015 17:11
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Airbox chamber
Replies: 3
Views: 874

Airbox chamber

Hi all, After reading recent and old threads on modifying the air intake location, I had a quick look around this afternoon. My engine's the 1.9 8v, but I'm not sure how relevant to other engines my question is. What I'm wondering is the purpose of the hollow triangular chamber connected to the airb...
by Boosh
Sun 05 Apr, 2015 16:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: code 40 on a Bit reader
Replies: 8
Views: 1633

Re: code 40 on a Bit reader

The airbag warning light will remain on until it is reset, regardless of whether the fault that triggered it has been addressed. But because the airbag is disabled as long as the light is on, said light on is an mot failure. On putting the ignition on, the light is expected to come on for a few seco...
by Boosh
Fri 03 Apr, 2015 13:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Using French Autoroutes
Replies: 7
Views: 1784

Re: Using French Autoroutes

Hi Mike, I would've needed a similar introduction to UK motorways when I came over, almost 15 years ago, now. If I may, I would also mention the difference in signage on motorways, and how French signs bear the name of the town at the end of their course. Indeed, you can drive around Paris and see s...