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3000 Mile Euro Trip - Things to Do?
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Hello all,
Off on a trip around the Alps for 10 days with a couple of friends (One in an EVO X FQ360 and another in an SLK350) and I'm taking my Z4 3.0Si convertible... Just wondering what things I should be checking in preparation? Aside from the basics like oil, coolant etc.
So far in terms of prep I've done:
- 4x Uniroyal Rainsport 3 tyres
- K&N Air Filter
- Stormwerks Gear Knob
- Couple of tanks of redex through
- CDV delete
- 4 wheel hunter alignment
- Gearbox and diff oil change
Any other suggestions for little bits and bobs to do? We leave in 2 weeks. Anything major I should be getting checked out before such a trip?
Many thanks,
Dan
Off on a trip around the Alps for 10 days with a couple of friends (One in an EVO X FQ360 and another in an SLK350) and I'm taking my Z4 3.0Si convertible... Just wondering what things I should be checking in preparation? Aside from the basics like oil, coolant etc.
So far in terms of prep I've done:
- 4x Uniroyal Rainsport 3 tyres
- K&N Air Filter
- Stormwerks Gear Knob
- Couple of tanks of redex through
- CDV delete
- 4 wheel hunter alignment
- Gearbox and diff oil change
Any other suggestions for little bits and bobs to do? We leave in 2 weeks. Anything major I should be getting checked out before such a trip?
Many thanks,
Dan
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You need all the legal stuff for France, spare bulbs, high vis in the car etc. Check for other countries your visiting also.
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If your going through Switzerland, you will need local road tax and Swiss francs.
http://www.myswissalps.com/motorwayvignette
Have a good one
http://www.myswissalps.com/motorwayvignette
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I'm off doing the same next week in my 2003 3.0Z4 - not quite the same distance - I think ours is about 1800miles, France Germany and the Alps
I have done similar Europe trips for the last 4 years, but in my old Kit car. Fantastic fun
4 of us this year, two mercs one Toyota Celica (with very silly turbo mods) and me in my new (to me) Z4
Breakdown cover is a must.....I have never needed it yet....but its piece of mind for very little. RAC cover cost me £65 for the week
CB's are also a must for us - great for easy communication on the go and just a great laugh.....£59 for a full CB kit
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121969111644? ... EBIDX%3AIT
Have fun !
I have done similar Europe trips for the last 4 years, but in my old Kit car. Fantastic fun
4 of us this year, two mercs one Toyota Celica (with very silly turbo mods) and me in my new (to me) Z4
Breakdown cover is a must.....I have never needed it yet....but its piece of mind for very little. RAC cover cost me £65 for the week
CB's are also a must for us - great for easy communication on the go and just a great laugh.....£59 for a full CB kit
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121969111644? ... EBIDX%3AIT
Have fun !
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Spare bulbs are not a requirement in France or anywhere else for the vast majority of Europe.srhutch wrote:You need all the legal stuff for France, spare bulbs, high vis in the car etc. Check for other countries your visiting also.
The following from the AA lists the legal requirements for Europe.
http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/to ... ipment.pdf
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The Swiss road tax is only if you use the Swiss Motorways.buzyg wrote:If your going through Switzerland, you will need local road tax and Swiss francs.
http://www.myswissalps.com/motorwayvignette
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I was going to say the same about the bulb pack(ie its not required), but then found on the RAC web site a statement saying that a bulb kit is mandatory, as the police insist on you being capable of swapping bulbs on the spot. It wasnt listed on a table of things I checked out last week.....I need to check this out again before I travel. You also need a full GB sticker for switzerland - they wont accept GB plates unlike other parts of europe.
I always used to carry a spare bulb pack in my kit car , but then you tend to carry a replacement everything with the kit car
I always used to carry a spare bulb pack in my kit car , but then you tend to carry a replacement everything with the kit car
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I've just had a look on the RAC site and there's a list of compulsory items for France and Europe, but no mention of bulbs.
Of course, as you suggest, there's no harm in carrying spares for peace of mind.
Of course, as you suggest, there's no harm in carrying spares for peace of mind.
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Try cross into Switzerland without it!!Lance wrote:The Swiss road tax is only if you use the Swiss Motorways.buzyg wrote:If your going through Switzerland, you will need local road tax and Swiss francs.
http://www.myswissalps.com/motorwayvignette
Have a good one
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Have done, numerous times...........but over the mountain passes rather than major routes.Simo wrote:Try cross into Switzerland without it!!Lance wrote:The Swiss road tax is only if you use the Swiss Motorways.buzyg wrote:If your going through Switzerland, you will need local road tax and Swiss francs.
http://www.myswissalps.com/motorwayvignette
Have a good one
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Try cross a manned border Into Switzerland without it!!Lance wrote:Have done, numerous times...........but over the mountain passes rather than major routes.Simo wrote:Try cross into Switzerland without it!!Lance wrote:
The Swiss road tax is only if you use the Swiss Motorways.
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Hence the inclusion of the link. Always use ful to clarify thoughLance wrote:The Swiss road tax is only if you use the Swiss Motorways.buzyg wrote:If your going through Switzerland, you will need local road tax and Swiss francs.
http://www.myswissalps.com/motorwayvignette
Have a good one
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Hi guys .
If you get chance the gorges of Verdon
Not sure if spelt it right .
In France second biggest only to the grand canyon .
Stunning place real twisty roads and huge lake to swim in
If you get chance the gorges of Verdon
Not sure if spelt it right .
In France second biggest only to the grand canyon .
Stunning place real twisty roads and huge lake to swim in
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Now even more confused about the headlamp kit
This RAC link says its compulsory - this is what I found last night....but other links on the same web site say its not.....
This is the AA checklist - no mention of bulb kits at all
http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/to ... ipment.pdf
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This RAC link says its compulsory - this is what I found last night....but other links on the same web site say its not.....
http://www.rac.co.uk/drive/travel/drivi ... ugh-france3. Spare bulbs
By law you’re also mandated to carry a spare bulb kit for your vehicle should you have a failure – while most motorists in the UK would get a broken bulb fixed as soon as possible, the French police deem it necessary to replace it there and then on the grounds of safety. For a few pounds to buy a kit, you could avoid unwanted attention and a fine.
This is the AA checklist - no mention of bulb kits at all
http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/to ... ipment.pdf
Confused .com
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