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Post by patriot66 » Sun Mar 19, 2017 12:34 pm

Simon Blythe wrote:They are THE best wheels for the Z4 IMHO :)

Regarding the CCV, I'm going to change this as a precautionary measure - can someone point me in the direction of a part number please. I'm assuming it's not too expensive and not a difficult job?
Hello and Welcome ! You've got a really handsome Zed there in a great colour ! :wink:

I fitted this ccv recently: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/262184950052
Not the cheapest but a good quality brand. It's not a difficult job to do. More time consuming as there is a fair few components to remove to get access. There are plenty of useful videos on YouTube. :thumbsup:
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Post by Simon Blythe » Sun Mar 19, 2017 1:23 pm

Patriot66 your car looks fierce!!!

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Post by Simon Blythe » Sun Mar 19, 2017 1:49 pm

Just had a major stock of luck. I was investigating the prices of the wind deflectors on eBay however, when I went to clean the rear screen, there just happens to be one on the shelf :D

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Post by Izzyspi » Sun Mar 19, 2017 1:59 pm

Simon Blythe wrote:Just had a major stock of luck. I was investigating the prices of the wind deflectors on eBay however, when I went to clean the rear screen, there just happens to be one on the shelf :D
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Post by csquire4 » Mon Mar 20, 2017 9:59 pm

Hi and welcome. are you auto or manual ? If manual I would strongly recommend removing the CDV, it really makes a difference to the clutch feel and gear change (especially first to second) and getting a weighted gearknob (Storm werks V1 or V2 or ZHP) to reduce notchiness.

Gearbox oil change is good maintenance for autos and manuals, although a lot more expensive for autos (needs about 9 litres versus 1.5 litres for the manual).
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Post by Simon Blythe » Mon Mar 20, 2017 11:28 pm

Thanks for the advice csquire4. I've been strongly considering doing the CDV delete as launch and 1st to second leave something to be desired. I'm also going to change the crank case breather as a precaution.
The previous own removed the foam from the sound generator by the sounds of it - can you buy the foam to replace it and where does it go?

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Post by Simon Blythe » Mon Mar 20, 2017 11:29 pm

Gearbox oil will be getting done when I do the engine oil.

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Post by DaveZ4richardson » Sat Mar 25, 2017 10:44 pm

I took the plunge too today. Can't wait to get her home 2003 3.0 Auto. 55k miles on the clock got myself a gem. :driving:
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Post by DaveZ4richardson » Sat Apr 01, 2017 7:57 pm

Here it is folks, more pics to follow once am out and about cruising in the Lakes :driving:
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Post by si-forks » Sat Apr 01, 2017 8:02 pm

Hello and welcome to the forum Z looking great :thumbsup:
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Post by DaveZ4richardson » Wed Apr 12, 2017 7:54 pm

Well I only had my Zed for 10 days and already added Smart Top Module, new wiper blades, got my soft top cleaning kit ready, checked the drains and cleaned out and just added my private plate. Am in love :driving: :rofl:
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Post by Mr Tidy » Wed Apr 12, 2017 11:52 pm

Excellent news - they are a bit like that aren't they? :lol:
Coupes because stunning!
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Post by DaveZ4richardson » Thu Apr 13, 2017 3:23 am

Very addictive
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