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by alec.m
Sun 17 Jul, 2011 16:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: picture at last
Replies: 7
Views: 806

Thanks for the comments. Colour is Atlantic blue
by alec.m
Sun 17 Jul, 2011 12:01
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: picture at last
Replies: 7
Views: 806

picture at last

Thanks to spokey and his sticky on posting pics. Simples! Well here`s my baby S Reg 2.8 in maybe the best colour?
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by alec.m
Sun 17 Jul, 2011 11:57
Forum: Test track
Topic: test
Replies: 0
Views: 5503

test

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by alec.m
Thu 07 Jul, 2011 10:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tyre suppliers
Replies: 7
Views: 937

I`ve used black circles, had a choice of three places to fit them locally. I was pleased with price and service. On your tyre choice there are a few of us on here that have gone for Falken 912s and have been very happy with them. They just about got rid of my tramlining and they are about the same p...
by alec.m
Wed 06 Jul, 2011 12:48
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Sports seats - ebay
Replies: 3
Views: 395

Great firm to deal with (nothing to do with me), bought a quarter light of them a couple of months ago and recieved it very quickly.
by alec.m
Mon 04 Jul, 2011 13:28
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Mortified!
Replies: 4
Views: 670

OMG :( , I`m 6'2", I hope I don`t look like that. Are you sure you have the seat down as far as it goes?
by alec.m
Thu 23 Jun, 2011 14:06
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: F/S Complete front wishbones, polybushed etc & big discs
Replies: 5
Views: 815

Please pm me if your wishbone sale falls through. Thanks Alec
by alec.m
Thu 23 Jun, 2011 07:46
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: F/S Complete front wishbones, polybushed etc & big discs
Replies: 5
Views: 815

Hi, could you give me an idea what money you`re thinking of and whether you know if they fit a prefacelift 2.8. I`m replacing shocks and springs in a month or two and these wishbones would ensure the front end was sorted for a long time. Thanks, Alec
by alec.m
Mon 20 Jun, 2011 20:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Leather Seat repair/replacement
Replies: 3
Views: 600

Hi, There is a post somewhere about leather repairs and I bookmarked this firm that was mentioned in it. They cover Birmingham, worth an enquiry.
http://www.lhcupholstery.com/1904.html
by alec.m
Sat 18 Jun, 2011 06:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 Values
Replies: 42
Views: 4228

Just out of interest I went on to "webuyanycar.com" and filled the form in. 1999 2.8 with 90000 miles on the clock and full service history. £2055 was the offer! They are going to be making some good money if they are buying in at those prices.
by alec.m
Fri 17 Jun, 2011 14:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: wipers
Replies: 2
Views: 377

Thanks, never noticed it before. MOT is due soon and I was thinking, oh no not another job to sort out.
by alec.m
Fri 17 Jun, 2011 10:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: wipers
Replies: 2
Views: 377

wipers

I`ve just noticed that when my wipers are on normal speed they switch to intermittent when I stop, still with the engine running. When I set off again they resume normal operation. Is this normal or have I got some weird electrical problem? This doesn`t happen when they are on fast speed. Car is 199...
by alec.m
Mon 06 Jun, 2011 08:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New Member
Replies: 6
Views: 603

Hi Den and welcome. Retro fitting seems to be an expensive job. Have a look at this post, it gives you a lot of info
http://www.zroadster.net/forum/viewtopi ... ight=hoops
Alec
by alec.m
Sat 28 May, 2011 12:47
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front shocks and springs
Replies: 1
Views: 328

Front shocks and springs

I need to replace front shocks and springs. Been googling but 99% of results come up with lowering kits. Just want standard ones. Anyone point me towards reasonably priced ones or is it down to the dealers for a quote? Anything else I should replace (top mount bush?) while they`re off and will it wa...
by alec.m
Wed 25 May, 2011 10:53
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Only taken me 8 months to post these pics...
Replies: 17
Views: 1894

Cracking job, looks brilliant. At that price it`s hardly worth replacing a damaged rear window.
by alec.m
Wed 25 May, 2011 10:08
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Which Battery?
Replies: 3
Views: 606

£63 These look good value and free shipping. Bosch and 4 year warranty.

http://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/c/BMW_Z ... 6ff3b&BATT
by alec.m
Mon 23 May, 2011 09:22
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: door card clips
Replies: 3
Views: 590

Thanks both of you for info. So many jobs, so little money!
by alec.m
Mon 23 May, 2011 08:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: door card clips
Replies: 3
Views: 590

door card clips

Hi, door cards are coming off soon to give window mechanism a good clean and lube. It looks like at least one of the fastener/clips is missing from the bottom of the card before I start. Had a look on real oem but can`t find them. Does anyone know the part number and approx cost of these. Rather hav...
by alec.m
Wed 04 May, 2011 11:44
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: WANTED - a few bits and bobs
Replies: 2
Views: 474

Hi, got this saved in my favourites for when the time comes

http://www.carmats4u.com/BMW-Z3-Z3-Road ... oduct.html

And these,
http://www.mrcarmats.com/bmw-z3-1995-2003-4361.html#

Hope this helps
by alec.m
Tue 03 May, 2011 09:42
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: rear window £160 fitted
Replies: 3
Views: 603

rear window £160 fitted

Just seen this on ebay. Might be of interest to a few, not used them so this is not a recommendation but seems a good price. I`m thinking of a new hood otherwise I would try this firm. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BMW-E36-Z3-CONVERTIBLE-SOFT-TOP-REAR-SCREEN-WINDOW-/270689973277?_trksid=e17000.m7&_trkpa...
by alec.m
Tue 26 Apr, 2011 16:55
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Breaking - Titanium Silver Zed on eBay
Replies: 5
Views: 848

Thanks for the link g8jka. Bought a n/s quarter light to replace my opening one! Been looking for one for ages.
by alec.m
Mon 04 Apr, 2011 06:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Start button - cool/not cool
Replies: 21
Views: 1627

Thanks Devon Z, I`ll be looking out for your post.
by alec.m
Fri 01 Apr, 2011 13:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Electric seat malfunction
Replies: 17
Views: 1522

Don`t know if I`m too late. Mine jammed when right back. I managed to free it by moving the "seat back" as far forward as it can go using the lever at the side of the seat. This takes pressure off the bottom frame and allowed the motor to move it again. Careful now that I don`t move it too...
by alec.m
Fri 01 Apr, 2011 10:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Start button - cool/not cool
Replies: 21
Views: 1627

Devon Z solution looks like the way I`m going to go. Some details of how you did it would be great.
by alec.m
Thu 31 Mar, 2011 14:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Start button - cool/not cool
Replies: 21
Views: 1627

Great replies guys. I like the idea of using the cigarette lighter socket but I too need it for the sat nav. I`m not good with electrics, could anyone advise me if a sat nav could be powered by a small plug and socket? I`m thinking of the blank space between the roof opening button and the OBC reado...
by alec.m
Thu 31 Mar, 2011 10:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Start button - cool/not cool
Replies: 21
Views: 1627

Start button - cool/not cool

I`ve always fancied a push button start. Anyone fitted one in their Z and where? Seen the following but there`s loads to choose from
http://www.cbsonline.co.uk/product/BILL ... START_PBSM
by alec.m
Fri 25 Mar, 2011 07:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Quarterlight loose from frame.
Replies: 8
Views: 1009

Thanks Mr silver, unfortunately all on ebay are drivers side. Will keep an eye on there though. None for sale when I was looking. audiovideodisco you can swap with me if you want an opening one.
by alec.m
Thu 24 Mar, 2011 22:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Quarterlight loose from frame.
Replies: 8
Views: 1009

Welcome to the forums. I have the same problem. No one on here had come across this before so I did some research. Unfortunately there is no easy fix. I tried autoglass and other similar firms who weren't interested. The only offer of a repair was from main BMW people who said they could rebond it b...
by alec.m
Sun 20 Mar, 2011 20:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: DIY roof repair?
Replies: 8
Views: 1051

Just done mine. Black silicone from halfrauds. Use a thin blade and smear some on both surfaces, leave to go tacky and press together. rub over join every few minutes until it stays stuck together. Unfasten roof to take pressure off while you do it. Simples. Good luck
by alec.m
Tue 08 Mar, 2011 09:44
Forum: Performance
Topic: Steering knock
Replies: 5
Views: 1105

Update. New tyres on the front and the noise has disappeared. The explanation given about old tyres and cold weather holds good for me.
by alec.m
Tue 01 Mar, 2011 18:27
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Engine Not Getting Up To Temperature
Replies: 7
Views: 752

I had same symptoms with temperature guage. Thermostat replaced and now engine gets up to temperature in 3 or 4 minutes. Heater is now like a blast furnace. Like peterandjenny I`m now getting a few more miles to the gallon as well.
by alec.m
Tue 01 Mar, 2011 18:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Engine Not Getting Up To Temperature
Replies: 7
Views: 752

I had same symptoms with temperature guage. Thermostat replaced and now engine gets up to temperature in 3 or 4 minutes. Heater is now like a blast furnace. Like peterandjenny I`m now getting a few more miles to the gallon as well.
by alec.m
Wed 23 Feb, 2011 16:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: No more tramlineing!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 18
Views: 1748

I`ve a very good pair of F1s on the back but when they need changing I`ll be putting 912s on the back as well. Wonder if anyone would be interested in buying some F1s with loads of tread on?
by alec.m
Wed 23 Feb, 2011 12:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: No more tramlineing!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 18
Views: 1748

Falken 451s. They looked quite old and were starting to crack a bit. There are a few posts on here from people fitting 912s with good results so I thought I`d get away from directional tyres and give them a go.
by alec.m
Wed 23 Feb, 2011 12:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: No more tramlineing!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 18
Views: 1748

No more tramlineing!!!!!!!!!!

Just back from tyre fitters. New Falken 912s fitted on the front and she drives like a dream now, no tramlineing at all. Did the usual over the last 6 months, bushes renewed, tracking checked and new callipers fitted as they were sticking. No improvement at all from all that but it all needed doing ...
by alec.m
Tue 22 Feb, 2011 16:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Thanks for the advice, best mod ever, tyres
Replies: 3
Views: 558

It`s great to hear another positive opinion on 912s. I`m having a pair fitted on the front tomorrow and hoping for a great improvement in the tramlining department. Camber correction bolts going on as well as I`ve got 3 degrees on both sides.
by alec.m
Wed 16 Feb, 2011 23:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Window struggling to go down
Replies: 7
Views: 1232

Thanks for all your comments, I`m glad there`s no negative thoughts about the amount of silicone that went in. All grinding noises gone now, I think it`s got to all the moving parts.
by alec.m
Wed 16 Feb, 2011 12:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Window struggling to go down
Replies: 7
Views: 1232

Window struggling to go down

I`ve been waiting for some decent weather to take the door card off and lubricate the winder mechanism. However it got so bad I tried the following which might interest to those who are wary of taking the door card off especially if you have side airbags. I wound the window down as far as it goes, f...
by alec.m
Tue 08 Feb, 2011 16:56
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Camber correction bolts
Replies: 3
Views: 427

Thanks Mr Silver. That`s just what I wanted to hear. Will get bolts and nuts ordered pronto. Think I can guess how you know!
by alec.m
Tue 08 Feb, 2011 12:24
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Camber correction bolts
Replies: 3
Views: 427

sorry, double post, don`t know why it happened
by alec.m
Tue 08 Feb, 2011 12:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Camber correction bolts
Replies: 3
Views: 427

Camber correction bolts

Hi, it`s nearly time to put two new tyres on the front. Last time I had the tracking done the camber was -3 degrees both sides. I`m thinking of having some camber correction bolts fitted but wondered if they will give enough adjustment to cure this?
by alec.m
Tue 08 Feb, 2011 12:22
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Camber correction bolts
Replies: 0
Views: 181

Camber correction bolts

Hi, it`s nearly time to put two new tyres on the front. Last time I had the tracking done the camber was -3 degrees both sides. I`m thinking of having some camber correction bolts fitted but wondered if they will give enough adjustment to cure this?
by alec.m
Sat 29 Jan, 2011 12:29
Forum: Performance
Topic: Steering knock
Replies: 5
Views: 1105

Thanks Titan. Read the link, wallet is feeling better already! Just insurance, 2 new tyes and thermostat next month.
by alec.m
Sat 29 Jan, 2011 08:03
Forum: Performance
Topic: Steering knock
Replies: 5
Views: 1105

Hi Icecube. Just read your post and wondered if you had sorted your problem as I have the same symptoms. Just hope it isn`t as expensive as it sounds. It seems to happen once every revolution of the wheel and I`m leaning towards it being a brake issue but I had new discs, pads and cylinders a few mo...
by alec.m
Sat 29 Jan, 2011 07:59
Forum: Performance
Topic: Steering knock
Replies: 5
Views: 1105

Hi Icecube. Just read your post and wondered if you had sorted your problem as I have the same symptoms. Just hope it isn`t as expensive as it sounds. It seems to happen once every revolution of the wheel and I`m leaning towards it being a brake issue but I had new discs, pads and cylinders a few mo...
by alec.m
Wed 13 Oct, 2010 09:57
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Newbie intro and couple of queries
Replies: 15
Views: 1031

Thanks Dave, I will call at Autoglass today to see if they are able to do anything and how much. Will see how much a new one is as well but thinking it will be many ££££££s. Will post later when I`ve been through all the options. Fortunately it`s not hanging off so it`s not urgent and I`ve time to f...
by alec.m
Tue 12 Oct, 2010 21:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Newbie intro and couple of queries
Replies: 15
Views: 1031

Thanks Titan and jontymo for the welcome.
by alec.m
Tue 12 Oct, 2010 20:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Newbie intro and couple of queries
Replies: 15
Views: 1031

It`s my only car so it will be out all winter, doesn`t get that bad here on the coast. Hood down, got a lovely sheepskin flying jacket and a pistonheads (hope that`s not a swear word on here) bonce warmer. Loads of beach huts at Calshot, a few come up for sale now and again but they sell for serious...
by alec.m
Tue 12 Oct, 2010 19:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Newbie intro and couple of queries
Replies: 15
Views: 1031

Don`t worry, nice to hear from you, no one seems to have a solution to my probs. The forest was at its best today, blue skies, sunshine and no visitors. Went through the forest this afternoon to Calshot to watch the Queen Elizabeth leave on her maiden cruise, it was a wonderful sight. The leaves are...
by alec.m
Tue 12 Oct, 2010 19:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Newbie intro and couple of queries
Replies: 15
Views: 1031

You do know it well. You forgot to mention the deer, foxes,cows,pigs and not forgetting tourists driving at 10mph with their cameras stuck out of the window! Not a place to let the Z go.
Alec

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