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- Thu 18 Feb, 2016 16:58
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: HELP needed total loss of power
- Replies: 36
- Views: 6615
Re: HELP needed total loss of power
The above is incorrect. As per your pic, you are holding the throttle body by the electric motor which operates the flap / throttle. The motor / throttle when fotted and connected, is activated by a potentiometer which is fitted to the accl pedal - (fly by wire system). If your car had a throttle c...
- Tue 16 Feb, 2016 22:06
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: HELP needed total loss of power
- Replies: 36
- Views: 6615
Re: HELP needed total loss of power
the flap should open freely, just against the resistance of the spring. That is filthy
Use some cleaner and a scotchbrite pad after opening the flap
Use some cleaner and a scotchbrite pad after opening the flap
- Sat 13 Feb, 2016 22:17
- Forum: New to zroadster.net?
- Topic: Cinders
- Replies: 215
- Views: 63731
Re: Cinders
Wookee wrote: Anyone know the most likely culprit? From my initial research I've only seen cars that have had tiny leaks from cracked pipes....mine wasn't tiny.
Mine was a small split in the pipe at the nut end where it goes into the pump, But I dumped half of my fluid out of it turning a few corners.
- Thu 11 Feb, 2016 17:32
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Clarification requested.please
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1365
Re: Clarification requested.please
clear centre rear brake light also, and clear indicators.
Thicker anti roll bars, and 15mm lower suspension.
Thicker anti roll bars, and 15mm lower suspension.
- Thu 11 Feb, 2016 17:27
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Z3 RUNNING RICH, FUEL SMELL FROM EXHAUST....
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4525
Re: Z3 RUNNING RICH, FUEL SMELL FROM EXHAUST....
you havent got a pool of petrol under the filler cap due to a blocked drain have you?
That was the cause of my petrol smell at one time
That was the cause of my petrol smell at one time
- Wed 10 Feb, 2016 14:23
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: HELP needed total loss of power
- Replies: 36
- Views: 6615
Re: HELP needed total loss of power
has the battery died, most common cause of all of this type of thing. Check the voltage
- Tue 09 Feb, 2016 13:16
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Z3 wanted
- Replies: 19
- Views: 4163
Re: Z3 wanted
I am keeping mine
- Mon 08 Feb, 2016 15:10
- Forum: New to zroadster.net?
- Topic: Cinders
- Replies: 215
- Views: 63731
Re: Cinders
have you got the photo's mixed up. the first looks clearer than the last one
- Sun 07 Feb, 2016 17:14
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: For Sale: Door mirrors
- Replies: 1
- Views: 766
Re: For Sale: Door mirrors
Ending tonight at 9:30, still at £80 each. no reserve
- Fri 05 Feb, 2016 21:47
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: CEL just came on. Any ideas?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2797
Re: CEL just came on. Any ideas?
mine was down to split intake hose. common fault
- Tue 02 Feb, 2016 22:22
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
- Replies: 2088
- Views: 413532
Re: What did you buy your Z3 this week ?
peter2b wrote:new boot struts so swmbo can open it
peter2b
From the inside?
- Tue 02 Feb, 2016 21:19
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: For Sale: Door mirrors
- Replies: 1
- Views: 766
For Sale: Door mirrors
I have both the passenger side and drivers side door mirrors on eBay. Drivers side here http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141892354406?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1586.l2649 Passenger side here: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141892349829?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649 N...
- Fri 29 Jan, 2016 15:36
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: M50 manifold
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3541
Re: M50 manifold
I have recently done it with mine, and yes there is a dip in low end performance (which isn't really that noticeable) but the difference from 4000 revs upwards is very noticeable.
and that's the range I use for overtaking.
and that's the range I use for overtaking.
- Tue 05 Jan, 2016 23:53
- Forum: New to zroadster.net?
- Topic: Cinders
- Replies: 215
- Views: 63731
Re: Cinders
The bad news is that when the timing chain cover was put back on they didn't make sure it was flush, so it sits a couple of mm's higher that the rest of the engine :head: . Until I get round to sorting that out I will expect a bit of leakage there, but at least I'll know why. I had this problem wit...
- Thu 31 Dec, 2015 22:21
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Steering wheel removal.......
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2043
Re: Steering wheel removal.......
Mot fail unless you swap back before test , airbags where fitted have to be in place at time of test , Regardless, the test is whether the lights on the dash work as expected, not whether the airbag is fitted or not . Hmmmmmmmmm..... Vehicle and Operator Services Agency The MOT Inspection Manual Pr...
- Wed 30 Dec, 2015 21:49
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Steering wheel removal.......
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2043
Re: Steering wheel removal.......
Mot fail unless you swap back before test , airbags where fitted have to be in place at time of test , so keep your old wheel, also you will have an airbag light on permanently and passenger side will not deploy in event of an accident. Ask the missus how she feels about that
- Wed 30 Dec, 2015 21:41
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Cheap Halfords Oil
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4324
Re: Cheap Halfords Oil
Even if Halfords oil is 5 litres for £12. Its still dearer than euro car parts which is 10 litres for £19, even worse if it costs £24 for 8 litres...
euro car parts fully synth is BMW LL spec
euro car parts fully synth is BMW LL spec
- Thu 17 Dec, 2015 17:13
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Scary noise!
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1115
Re: Scary noise!
I once drove over a carrier bag without noticing,
It wrapped around the prop-shaft,
The noise sounded like the car was going to be a write off with all the major mechanicals failing at once.
was an easy fix though....
It wrapped around the prop-shaft,
The noise sounded like the car was going to be a write off with all the major mechanicals failing at once.
was an easy fix though....
- Mon 14 Dec, 2015 23:36
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Future Classic?
- Replies: 42
- Views: 9403
Re: Future Classic?
I didn't know about the "tamper dot" in the display. You'd have to go through the service and MOT history to find out why it has happened. It is listed as having a full history. Maybe talk to the servicing dealer? I like that front grille though. Can you still buy them, and how much do th...
- Mon 14 Dec, 2015 21:38
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Future Classic?
- Replies: 42
- Views: 9403
Re: Future Classic?
Just seen this, is it a good price?? Low mileage 3.0l auto http://m.wimbledoncarriage.co.uk/Stock/Details/5245390 beware of this as the mileage 'tamper dot' is showing under the 'mls' on the display. That is the indication that something is not correct with the mileage showing on the speedometer, c...
- Fri 11 Dec, 2015 17:43
- Forum: The Lounge
- Topic: MERRY XMAS ALL
- Replies: 15
- Views: 7809
Re: MERRY XMAS ALL
especially the colourful type.....Southernboy wrote:....sharp mind ! You obviously enjoy the use of language...
- Fri 11 Dec, 2015 17:09
- Forum: The Lounge
- Topic: MERRY XMAS ALL
- Replies: 15
- Views: 7809
Re: MERRY XMAS ALL
that may be the Christmas turkey...Southernboy wrote:... Gobble warming is taking it's toll
....or anything else your mind may think of..
why does cricket have so many test matches?
when will they do a real one?
- Fri 11 Dec, 2015 15:51
- Forum: The Lounge
- Topic: MERRY XMAS ALL
- Replies: 15
- Views: 7809
Re: MERRY XMAS ALL
Have a good one. Hope you are recovering...
Your shop's closed then over Christmas...Southernboy wrote:I'l be going away next week to Cape Town and I'm not taking any mobiles / tablets or laptops.......:
- Fri 11 Dec, 2015 11:19
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: steering wheel fitment
- Replies: 2
- Views: 780
Re: steering wheel fitment
let's hope not......zz3po wrote:I was wondering... will i be able to fit this steering wheel?
- Tue 08 Dec, 2015 17:39
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: wanted power steering hose
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2693
Re: wanted power steering hose
Received and fitted, fully operational again.
Thanks Brian
Thanks Brian
- Wed 02 Dec, 2015 14:15
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Air Conditioning Servicing.
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2326
Re: Air Conditioning Servicing.
My wife's Z3 has aircon and mine doesn't. I prefer the aircon option even with the roof down as it blows really cold air on you when it's hot. Also it demists quicker and keeps the windows clear when its rainy To not blow the coldest available air on you when its hot, is like saying don't use the wa...
- Wed 02 Dec, 2015 13:58
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Windscreen Wiper noise
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1133
Re: Windscreen Wiper noise
I bent the wiper arm, it was easier than messing with the shut lines.
- Wed 02 Dec, 2015 13:57
- Forum: The Gallery
- Topic: g8jka - 2.0 Progress Journal - Time to say Goodbye
- Replies: 231
- Views: 244582
Re: g8jka - 2.0 Progress Journal - Aero Rear Bumper
not really fair, my 2.8 v David's 2.0 so unfortunately he lost out, but nice photo opportunity
- Tue 01 Dec, 2015 21:07
- Forum: The Gallery
- Topic: g8jka - 2.0 Progress Journal - Time to say Goodbye
- Replies: 231
- Views: 244582
Re: g8jka - 2.0 Progress Journal - Aero Rear Bumper
spot the 9 very subtle differences that are visible if you look closely!
- Sat 28 Nov, 2015 13:19
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: wanted power steering hose
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2693
Re: wanted power steering hose
Thanks Brian
Beer tokens on way !
Beer tokens on way !
- Sat 28 Nov, 2015 11:28
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: wanted power steering hose
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2693
Re: wanted power steering hose
thats the one!
your a star
I have sent you a PM.
let me have your PayPal address so I can get some beer tokens to you
your a star
I have sent you a PM.
let me have your PayPal address so I can get some beer tokens to you
- Fri 27 Nov, 2015 17:38
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: wanted power steering hose
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2693
Re: wanted power steering hose
any news Brian. is it the same one?
- Wed 25 Nov, 2015 18:25
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Mirror switch removed fan now working.
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1289
Re: Mirror switch removed fan now working.
sounds like you may have isolated a fault after the switch
Has the wiring to the mirror been damaged behind the door card. possibly by movement of the glass? That's where I would go next
Has the wiring to the mirror been damaged behind the door card. possibly by movement of the glass? That's where I would go next
- Sun 22 Nov, 2015 21:03
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: wanted power steering hose
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2693
Re: wanted power steering hose
Searched hi and low for this but to no avail....looked on the car and it is still in situ! Just to make sure this pipe tucks behind the rack and cross brace and makes its way to the pump? Sounds like thats the one. There is a clamp behind the cross brace with a big rubber o ring /cushion and a crim...
- Sun 22 Nov, 2015 20:09
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: IHKR? on fuse 24
- Replies: 2
- Views: 729
Re: IHKR? on fuse 24
Integrierte Heiz-Klima-RegelungLancsbob wrote:what the *** is an IHKR
hope that helps.....
(climate/air con control module)
- Fri 20 Nov, 2015 17:16
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: wanted power steering hose
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2693
Re: wanted power steering hose
ok Brian, appreciate it
- Thu 19 Nov, 2015 20:36
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: wanted power steering hose
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2693
Re: wanted power steering hose
cheers Brian (Noah)Brian H wrote:I may have one of these for you, I would go have a look but I am too busy building an Ark as it has not stopped raining for days and days!
I'll have a look tomorrow for you and get a pic if I have one.
- Tue 17 Nov, 2015 22:26
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: wanted power steering hose
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2693
wanted power steering hose
Has anyone got a spare/ used power steering hose assembly for a six cylinder Z3? It is the main pressure hose from the pump to the rack, and comprises a hose crimped onto a steel pipe and banjo fitting at the rack end and a steel pipe and flared end/threaded nut at the pump end. Mine has a small spl...
- Tue 17 Nov, 2015 21:25
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spyder - circa 1962
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1784
Re: Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spyder - circa 1962
Saw this on Sunday in Mayfair. Registration M250. Pretty cool. It had only 116 miles on the clock. As the real thing is worth over $11Million - I assume it was a replica made by http://www.calspyderii.com In that location it was probably a real one. I once owned a house there. then collected £200 a...
- Tue 17 Nov, 2015 00:18
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Wheel spacers
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2421
Re: Wheel spacers
I disagree, In the example I quoted I believe the rotational forces would cause the longer bolts to deflect more than short ones. Think of it another way, loosen every bolt slightly and see the rotational deflection in the long bolts versus doing the same with the short bolts, I bet by turning the w...
- Sun 15 Nov, 2015 22:49
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Joined the 360 club
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1863
Re: Joined the 360 club
show off.....
- Sun 15 Nov, 2015 22:17
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: For sale: 2001 BMW Z3 3.0i manual (silver / black) - manual
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1004
Re: For sale: 2001 BMW Z3 3.0i manual (silver / black) - man
stevov wrote:Hi mate pics would help and a list of what you spent 4000 pounds on would help.
Yes I can see about £1200 worth, cheaper if done DIY.
Was there any paint done?
- Sun 15 Nov, 2015 21:36
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Wheel spacers
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2421
Re: Wheel spacers
I have just bought some of the 'bolt to the hub' type. The trouble with the alloy version, as in the photo, and as Mugs rightly pointed out, is that because the holes for the hub bolts are opened up, counterbored and countersunk, it will leave very little metal (of a weak type) to hold all the force...
- Fri 06 Nov, 2015 22:53
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: New soft-top fitting
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1686
Re: New soft-top fitting
soft tops in Croydon, unless you particularly have lots of money to spend thinking you are getting a better roof.
- Fri 30 Oct, 2015 16:22
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: DSC Woes Fixed (Hopfully)
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2611
Re: DSC Woes Fixed (Hopfully)
rub them down with a sheet of asbestospingu wrote:If the H+S police aren't looking - an air compressor, but I didn't say that
- Wed 28 Oct, 2015 22:49
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Engine Torque Settings Required
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1326
Re: Engine Torque Settings Required
The cylinder head torque settings are 22ft/lb (30nm) and 90degree torque angle, followed by another 90 degree torque angle. Make sure to wait approximately 10minutes before performing the 2nd torque angle. remember they are a 'use once only' bolt as they are designed to stretch, and a second time th...
- Tue 27 Oct, 2015 22:04
- Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
- Topic: S54 engine
- Replies: 8
- Views: 7651
Re: S54 engine
there are some recent horror stories on Z4Forum of the Z4M engine spinning crank bearings, and worn/scored cam lobes destroying the cams, also valve seats being pushed back into the head. http://www.z4-forum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=75008 http://www.z4-forum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=62786&...
- Tue 27 Oct, 2015 21:35
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: Wanted, cruise control retrofit items
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2703
Re: Wanted, cruise control retrofit items
bertiejaffa wrote:You also need the switch for the back of the brake pedal (again a few quid off ebay). Fitting is 60 mins tops
already fitted.... it uses the brake light switch, some models need a clutch switch but on the 3.0 that will also be fitted.
- Sun 25 Oct, 2015 11:12
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Are All Hardtops The Same?
- Replies: 37
- Views: 8502
Re: Are All Hardtops The Same?
and me, Facelift car and no relay required, plugged in and heated screen.
- Sat 24 Oct, 2015 16:50
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Lazy screen wash on one side.
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2931
Re: Lazy screen wash on one side.
I think you should check the gauze filter at the bottom of the pump, Sounds like the pump is ok to supply one side only but not both. the get clocgged up and produce poor flow for the pump.