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  1. SilverZed

    Got a Z4 without runflats? Then check this out...

    Bought one of these off Ebay and it was delivered quickly. Totally brand new still in sealed packaging (also comes with a neat zip up case to keep it in). http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CAR-TYRE-PUMP ... 416801a4c1 A little pre-purchase googling revealed that it's one of these items...
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    Yellow to white fog lamps upgrade (on a shoestring)

    A few days after got my Z4 I noticed only one fog lamp was working. My car has xenon headlamps so the solitary fog lamp looked very yellow in comparison. I was concerned that if I bought one fog bulb it would be a different colour to both the existing working bulb and the headlights so I...
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    Spaced out!

    Well the 15mm spacers for my rear end arrived the other day and I couldn't wait to see if I'd made a mistake or not. So out I went to chuck them on. The aluminium spacer was a much tighter fit than I was expecting having fitted many in the past. I used 3 of the new wheel bolts supplied to...
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    What size wheel spacers

    When I put rear wheel spacers on my Z3 it really enhanced the look of the car. It would appear that the Z4 would also benefit from some widening of the rear track. Anyone know what size is best? I have the 108 split rims. I was going to go for either 15mm or 20mm. Any advice appreciated.
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    WTF is a cyclone valve???

    Z4 on Ebay with a brand new engine due to an apparently common problem of the cyclone valve freezing in winter... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2004-BMW-Z4-2 ... 35bc804e7f "this car apart last year had a new engine built using all GENUINE bmw parts due to the cyclone valve failing in the winter...
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    Factory Xenons

    Hi all, Just noticed one of my front fogs is out so did a quick tinternet search to see what I need and bloody hell have simple bulbs got over-complicated or what!!!! My question is as my car (2003 3.0 auto) had the factory fit Xenon lights upgrade does that mean only the dipped headlamps are...
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    Bluetooth problem

    I can't get my Z4 to pair with my Blackberry. The phone sees the car but just lists it as unknown device and won't attempt to pair. Anyone know how to get round this? I initially got a little excited about the flip up screen with satnav, hands free phone and TV but the reality seems to be...
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    Preventative maintenance for the Z4?

    Hi all, Whilst I had my Z3 I trawled the forums for potential issues with a view to carrying out some worthwhile preventative maintenance. The most widely documented issue seemed to be premature failure of the plastic impeller water pump. So as it seemed to be a no brainer I replaced it and...
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    What type of Z4 have I bought?

    Before I went to collect my Z4 I rang to change my insurance from the Z3 and they asked if it was a standard or SE model. Well I said I don't know at the moment but as soon as I get the V5 I'll confirm. Well the V5 just states 3.0i Auto so does this mean it is not an SE? In fact I'm not even...
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    My new (old) Zed

    Well I was losing hope of finding what I was looking for but then this little gem popped up...
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    Stoneguards on and lookin good!

    Been looking for a Z4 (second hand market is flooded with them at the mo) but not yet found one I like more than the Z3!! There are some rough unloved 4s out there I can tell you! I've been offered prices in the range of £1,800 and £3,000 for trade in by dealers so far (this is against Z4s in...
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    Easter picnic by the river

    Was a lovely warm day just before Easter weekend...
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    Thinking of trading the 3 for a 4

    I've not had my Z3 for long but have enjoyed it so much I now want the few little extras you get with the 4 (mainly bigger boot for weekends away and proper window in the soft top). Question is which engine to go for. I have the 2.2 Z3 and would like similar sound and performance but an 05...
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    Soft top refurb products

    Hi all, now I've had a new back window put in the Zed I'm thinking of refreshing the rest of the hood. It's not too bad but I've heard that some people have had really good results with some of the proprietary re-colouring/re-proofing products on the market. Has anyone used any of these and if...
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    The sun is out, the top is down...

    Came home from work early today with the top down. Lovely sunny afternoon drive and the sound is great as the tacho approaches that red line!
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    Air filter upgrades - anyone tried them?

    Has anyone tried a K&N element in the existing air box or the replacement induction kit? If so do they make any difference?
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    Rear wheel spacers

    Looks like the stock alloys on my Zed would look better a little wider apart to fill art those nice flared arches. Does anyone know what size spacers I need? I was thinking 20mm each side..
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    Am I cool enough?

    I have the 2.2 engine in my Zed and although it heats up quicker than most cars I've had in the past the temp gauge always sits bang in the middle suggesting all is well. However I've noticed that even after a long run the rad is stone cold apart from the top couple of inches. Is this normal...
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    Hello from North East England

    Hi all, new to the Z3 only had mine since November. It's a silver 2.2 on a Y plate 68k miles on the clock. Yes some of us have roadsters up here too! The sun does occasionally come out :rain( but I like driving with the top down in the dark anyway! :steer2) Like a couple of other newbies...
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