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Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) Yesterday, 03:57 AM

Replies: 22 Z4 M Need Brake Pad Advice Views: 4,013 Posted By shipkiller I buy my rotors at http://www.rmeuropean.com ... I buy my rotors at http://www.rmeuropean.com I am buying the Zimmerman brand, not the ATE (OEM). I think the Zimmerman are better rotors, and they are cheaper.

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-15-2013, 11:36 AM

Replies: 5 DSC & Brake light Views: 203 Posted By shipkiller I do not think the DSC is part of the ODB-II... I do not think the DSC is part of the ODB-II system, so I do not think Ultragauge or any other ODB-II reader/scanner will see those codes. I could be wrong.... You can find out by taking your...

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-13-2013, 04:35 PM

Replies: 21 Z4 Roadster (E85) My convertible will not go down! Views: 480 Posted By shipkiller I hate to say it but I think your softtop motor... I hate to say it but I think your softtop motor is bad. Classic case of this.

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-13-2013, 02:04 PM

Replies: 9 Z4 Roadster (E85) Jacking up all 4 wheels Views: 376 Posted By shipkiller I do not know the undercar layout of the Z3 but I... I do not know the undercar layout of the Z3 but I always use the center jack point. This point is on the 'reinforcement plate' and distributes the load all over the front end. I guess that's why...

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-13-2013, 01:08 PM

Replies: 9 Z4 Roadster (E85) Jacking up all 4 wheels Views: 376 Posted By shipkiller There are six jacking points on the car. See... There are six jacking points on the car. See this post: http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3782125&postcount=37 Now, to do this without damaging the side panels, which are PLASTIC...

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-13-2013, 03:28 AM

Replies: 21 Z4 Roadster (E85) My convertible will not go down! Views: 480 Posted By shipkiller : popcorn: This thread is really starting... : popcorn: This thread is really starting to get entertaining...<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p>

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-11-2013, 02:43 PM

Replies: 21 Z4 Roadster (E85) My convertible will not go down! Views: 480 Posted By shipkiller jctrell, That is mostly correct. The top... jctrell, That is mostly correct. The top will still close (go up) if the switch is not made.

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-10-2013, 06:36 PM

Replies: 21 Z4 Roadster (E85) My convertible will not go down! Views: 480 Posted By shipkiller http://www.shipkiller.com/images/Compartment%20Flo... http://www.shipkiller.com/images/Compartment%20Floor%20Switch.jpg

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-10-2013, 03:09 PM

Replies: 21 Z4 Roadster (E85) My convertible will not go down! Views: 480 Posted By shipkiller Did you check the microswitch in the trunk? ... Did you check the microswitch in the trunk? http://www.shipkiller.com/images/Compartment%20Floor%20Switch.jpg http://www.shipkiller.com/images/Compartment%20Floor%20Switch.jpg It really...

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-10-2013, 02:36 PM

Replies: 4 Z4 Can't get my top back up!! Views: 237 Posted By shipkiller You have not really answered my questions, but I... You have not really answered my questions, but I am going to assume from the last post that the top is down (open) so that rules out the rear microswitch. When you attempt to pull the ring, and...

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-10-2013, 03:54 AM

Replies: 4 Z4 Can't get my top back up!! Views: 237 Posted By shipkiller The first thing you do is a search. Your entire... The first thing you do is a search. Your entire post has already been covered before.<O:p</O:p Since that will not happen, I have a couple of questions. What posistion is the top in when you...

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-07-2013, 03:59 AM

Replies: 17 03 z4 p0302 code wont shut off Views: 360 Posted By shipkiller I have never swapped an injector on a BMW, but I... I have never swapped an injector on a BMW, but I have done this on other engines. It’s normally not hard but I have some questions before you do this. Have you performed a GOOGLE search to see...

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-05-2013, 03:05 PM

Replies: 11 Z4 Roadster (E85) Convertible Hard Top Problem Views: 311 Posted By shipkiller It sounds like it is rapidly loosing pressure and... It sounds like it is rapidly loosing pressure and slamming down. The one hydraulic line that was 'smashed' should be replaced. Depending on the damage, it may hold pressure for a while then...

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-05-2013, 04:22 AM

Replies: 5 Consolidated Info on Aftermarket Halo Headlights Views: 216 Posted By shipkiller The headlight assemblies on the 2003-2008 Z4 are... The headlight assemblies on the 2003-2008 Z4 are sealed units and very hard (read: huge pain in the A$$) to get apart and reassembled successfully (read: stay waterproof) to add the halo rings. <O:p...

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-04-2013, 06:16 PM

Replies: 19 03 z4 oil leak(not valve cover gasket) Views: 354 Posted By shipkiller On my 03 (M54 engine), I had a small oil weep... On my 03 (M54 engine), I had a small oil weep that would cover the AC compressor and everything aft of that with a thin film of oil. I finally chased it down to the two nuts holding the Secondary...

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-04-2013, 07:36 AM

Replies: 11 Z4 Roadster (E85) Convertible Hard Top Problem Views: 311 Posted By shipkiller Sure it could. Highly unlikely but stranger... Sure it could. Highly unlikely but stranger things happen

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-03-2013, 04:09 PM

Replies: 11 Z4 Roadster (E85) Convertible Hard Top Problem Views: 311 Posted By shipkiller I would look for any weeping around all of the... I would look for any weeping around all of the hydraulics. Also, the pump is self bleeding...

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-03-2013, 02:24 PM

Replies: 11 Z4 Roadster (E85) Convertible Hard Top Problem Views: 311 Posted By shipkiller Ok, where did the original fluid go??? That is... Ok, where did the original fluid go??? That is the question... Two possibilities, a hydraulic line is leaking or one of the actuation pistons (one on each side) has a leak.

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 06-03-2013, 06:41 AM

Replies: 11 Z4 Roadster (E85) Convertible Hard Top Problem Views: 311 Posted By shipkiller Hydraulic systems are a “sealed” system. If you... Hydraulic systems are a “sealed” system. If you needed fluid, then you have two issues. <O:p</O:p Since you ran the pump with no fluid, you may have destroyed the internals of the old pump....

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 05-29-2013, 01:20 PM

Replies: 6 Z3 Fender Liner Views: 268 Posted By shipkiller Pull the wheel and there are about eight screws... Pull the wheel and there are about eight screws that hold the fender liner in place. Should take all of 30 min. to replace. A new liner comes with the two access plates.

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 05-28-2013, 06:29 PM

Replies: 6 Z3 Fender Liner Views: 268 Posted By shipkiller Are we talking about number 5 here? ... Are we talking about number 5 here? http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=BT53&mospid=47799&btnr=51_4951&hg=51&fg=75

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 05-23-2013, 03:04 PM

Replies: 4 new member here, check engine light ques Views: 279 Posted By shipkiller The BMW Z4 fuel filter is in the fuel tank next... The BMW Z4 fuel filter is in the fuel tank next to the fuel pump.....

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 05-21-2013, 03:11 AM

Replies: 11 Z4 Roadster (E85) 2006 3.0si: extra space under hood... What goes here? Views: 500 Posted By shipkiller You WERE an A-ganger, right??? :) You WERE an A-ganger, right??? :)

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 05-20-2013, 04:35 PM

Replies: 11 Z4 Roadster (E85) 2006 3.0si: extra space under hood... What goes here? Views: 500 Posted By shipkiller Remember, I received that idea from you for the... Remember, I received that idea from you for the trip to HC08. :D

Forum: E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) and E85 Z4 (2003-2008) 05-20-2013, 02:21 PM

Replies: 11 Z4 Roadster (E85) 2006 3.0si: extra space under hood... What goes here? Views: 500 Posted By shipkiller Correct... You can use this for storage on... Correct... You can use this for storage on long trips... I put a small bucket with some cleaning supplies (sealed in ziplocks) in there.. Anything as long as it is heat resistant..

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