Name and size of hardtop bolt

[Gwyndaf]

Hi everyone, what ismthe name and size of the bolts securing the hardtop on the z3.

 

[hard top]

Can't remember the size but it is just a Torx bolt.

 

[g8jka]

I have a photo somewhere with one against a ruler showing the size but can’t find it anywhere. There is a thread on the forum with he size of it and the picture also.

 

[Gwyndaf]

Thanks if anyone knows size or where i can buy one oet me know asap please

 

[hard top]

Just buy some assorted sizes Torx bolts and try them out.

 

[Mazza]

Don’t know if the following will help identify what you need

 

[mwpe]

Torx bolt M8X18 2 off

Part number 54218410534

 

[Gwyndaf]

Thanks great help,thank u

 

[DavidM]

M8x18 you need two for securing the front of hardtop to the car. Reference No 3 in the diagram above.

 

[Low Rider]

BMW Number 54218410540
Torx Bolt M8x18

 

[Pingu]

Can't remember the size but it is just a Torx bolt.

They are not standard bolts (see image above).

 

[hard top]

(see image above).

You talking about the head of the bolt?
You can use Torx kit straight out of your tool box at home if you are missing the BMW one in the boot tool kit.
I know because I have done it.

 

[mrscalex]

They have a rubber seal fitted which stops the bolt from falling out of the socket when it's unscrewed.

The head is also a specific shape to fit into the socket.

It's been discussed before and I don't think anyone has found a cheap and effective way out of this with a regular bolt.

They are about £8 each from the dealer.

 

[Paulro]

I might have 2 that I can lay my hands on. Let me know if you haven’t ordered from main dealer.