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by dazzo
Mon Jul 29, 2013 10:40 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: alpine white 2 code 218
Replies: 2
Views: 137

Re: alpine white 2 code 218

pukar wrote:try paints4u.com
thanks ordered great advice
by dazzo
Sun Jul 28, 2013 5:03 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: alpine white 2 code 218
Replies: 2
Views: 137

alpine white 2 code 218

hi can anyone tell me were I can get some of this alpine white 2 code 218 to touch up a few stone chips thanks
by dazzo
Sat Jul 27, 2013 12:33 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: power roof not going all the way
Replies: 8
Views: 238

Re: power roof not going all the way

Hi Mate, Have a read of this, I think it should solve your problem. http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=195689 sounds good will give it a go and let you know how i get on thanks for your help tried what you suggested but when my mate came to help he showed me it was beca...
by dazzo
Tue Jul 23, 2013 7:15 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: new hood
Replies: 4
Views: 151

Re: new hood

diable wrote:Mohair is the norm.

£550 I have been quoted by carhood.com, they say it takes about 5 hours to fit the replacement.
cheers will look at mohair let me know if you have yours done thanks
by dazzo
Tue Jul 23, 2013 10:49 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: new hood
Replies: 4
Views: 151

Re: new hood

I need a new blue soft top as well am thinking of using these guys http://www.carhood.com Gert has used them as says he was happy with the job Kos recommends these guys http://www.strongandturton.co.uk but after a week they haven't got back to me with a quote (and I chased) so it seems that an E30 ...
by dazzo
Mon Jul 22, 2013 10:37 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: new hood
Replies: 4
Views: 151

new hood

hi can anyone recommend ware to get a new blue roof on my cab I am based in west mids but willing to travel, also what is the original fabric ? or should I go for mohair? any thoughts would be good thanks
by dazzo
Fri Jul 12, 2013 8:12 pm
Forum: Meets, Events & Shows
Topic: Who's going to the German show at Beaulieu? (July 21st)
Replies: 151
Views: 10594

Re: Who's going to the German show at Beaulieu? (July 21st)

i will be going doing the long journey from the midlands if any one our way is going could meet up as i am a show virgin sorry thanks
by dazzo
Tue Jul 09, 2013 9:34 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: good quality blue car mats for e30 cab
Replies: 0
Views: 62

good quality blue car mats for e30 cab

hi dont know if in right place can anyone help me get a good set of blue mats for my cab as ones ive seen seem cheap and nasty thanks
by dazzo
Mon Jul 08, 2013 7:33 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: power roof not going all the way
Replies: 8
Views: 238

Re: power roof not going all the way

Gert_8 wrote:Hi Mate,

Have a read of this, I think it should solve your problem.

http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... c&t=195689
sounds good will give it a go and let you know how i get on thanks for your help
by dazzo
Mon Jul 08, 2013 7:33 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: power roof not going all the way
Replies: 8
Views: 238

Re: power roof not going all the way

Gert_8 wrote:Hi Mate,

Have a read of this, I think it should solve your problem.

http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... c&t=195689
sounds good will give it a go and let you know how i get on thanks for your help
by dazzo
Sat Jul 06, 2013 10:09 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: power roof not going all the way
Replies: 8
Views: 238

Re: power roof not going all the way

Hi. Firstly, what you're describing is quite a common problem. I'd also like to mention, after putting the windows down and releasing the front securing latches, under the sun visors, you should ALWAYS push the roof back to begin. If you don't do this and activate the switch to fold It back, you ar...
by dazzo
Sat Jul 06, 2013 2:35 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: power roof not going all the way
Replies: 8
Views: 238

Re: power roof not going all the way

Can you go through the sequence of what the roof is doing. when you put all windows down ,moved sun visors when you press the button you have to give the roof a helping hand then the horse shoe lifts the window folds back at the rear and most of the time the roof goes back and fits into the opening...
by dazzo
Fri Jul 05, 2013 7:17 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: power roof not going all the way
Replies: 8
Views: 238

power roof not going all the way

hi can anyone give me any ideas on how to get my roof to go into the back and the horseshoe to close completly i have only just brought the car so have very little knowledge so all help appreciated thanks
by dazzo
Sun Jun 30, 2013 10:25 pm
Forum: Meets, Events & Shows
Topic: Santa Pod - BMW Show 2013 - September 15th
Replies: 284
Views: 21953

Re: Santa Pod - BMW Show 2013 - September 15th

hi new to the zone and only just got my first e30 but would like to come along and meet people and see there cars what do i need to do and am i allowed? thanks
by dazzo
Sun Jun 30, 2013 2:31 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: seat backs
Replies: 3
Views: 147

Re: seat backs

Remove the plastic cover from the side lever that tilts the seat forward. Pops off with a screw driver. Remove plastic covers (that cover the mechanism) from the side. Disconnect the cables in side the mechanism. Remove back cover. Screws at the bottom if you tilt seat forward you will see them. Wh...
by dazzo
Sun Jun 30, 2013 1:54 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: seat backs
Replies: 3
Views: 147

seat backs

hi can anyone tell me how to get the backs off the drivers and passanger seats please , i have only recently brought my h reg cabriolet and the basks are loose and dont fit properly so want to put them right but havnt a clue how the fit are they srewes on or clips or what fitting any help and advice...
by dazzo
Thu Jun 20, 2013 4:33 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: cabriolet seat runners
Replies: 5
Views: 165

Re: cabriolet seat runners

pac1982 wrote:how tall are you?
i am only 5 11 but would like bit more leg room if poss
by dazzo
Wed Jun 19, 2013 10:42 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: cabriolet seat runners
Replies: 5
Views: 165

Re: cabriolet seat runners

Brianmoooore wrote:Seat height adjustment working? It goes back considerably as it drops.
will have a look at that thanks but i think it is already working was thinking of geting some longer runners
by dazzo
Wed Jun 19, 2013 9:17 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: cabriolet seat runners
Replies: 5
Views: 165

cabriolet seat runners

hi can anyone tell me if or how i can get my seat to go back a little further as could do with a little more leg room thanks
by dazzo
Tue Jun 18, 2013 8:43 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: rev counter intermitent
Replies: 3
Views: 117

Re: rev counter intermitent

Brianmoooore wrote:Service indicator LEDs behaving themselves?
not really sure but think tose play up to i have only just brought it so very nieve thanks for all help
by dazzo
Tue Jun 18, 2013 7:11 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: rev counter intermitent
Replies: 3
Views: 117

rev counter intermitent

hi can anyone help i have just brought a 318 cab 1993 and the rev counter only works sometimes any ideas what it could be any help would be helpful thanks
by dazzo
Mon Jun 17, 2013 7:54 pm
Forum: Care and Detailing
Topic: cleaning raditor overspill in engine bay
Replies: 4
Views: 260

Re: cleaning raditor overspill in engine bay

diable wrote:Are you sure its from the rad and not the wax that was sprayed over the engine bay when the car left the factory?
on closer inspection it is the wax should i clean off or leave?
by dazzo
Mon Jun 17, 2013 7:52 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: proper colour of leather
Replies: 3
Views: 190

Re: proper colour of leather

I steered clear of recolouring mine or going for a retrim. 2 reasons 1. as above, it's a difficult colour to get right. 2. a retrim nearly always look exactly like that, A retrim! So I sourced several Indigo seats and interiors and have built up my seats and doorcards using original sections. That ...
by dazzo
Mon Jun 17, 2013 6:28 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: 15" bbs alloys centre cap
Replies: 1
Views: 152

15" bbs alloys centre cap

hi can anyone tell me what size the badge is in the middle of these latice style wheels as mine are faded and damaged thanks
by dazzo
Sun Jun 16, 2013 6:19 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: proper colour of leather
Replies: 3
Views: 190

proper colour of leather

could anyone tell me the correct colour of my dark blue leather in my cab as i want to do a colour spray of them and want to get the correct colour and are sure someone on here could tell me as i are new to e30 and only just brought mine thanks all help will be greatly recieved
by dazzo
Mon Jun 10, 2013 10:34 pm
Forum: Care and Detailing
Topic: cleaning raditor overspill in engine bay
Replies: 4
Views: 260

Re: cleaning raditor overspill in engine bay

Brianmoooore wrote:Pressure washer would be my weapon of choice.
i will try that but seems to be ingrained into the paintwork and engine cover and manifold
by dazzo
Mon Jun 10, 2013 10:02 pm
Forum: Care and Detailing
Topic: cleaning raditor overspill in engine bay
Replies: 4
Views: 260

cleaning raditor overspill in engine bay

hi has anyone got any tips on how to get rid of the orange colour on paintwork in engine bay as my rad exploded and went every ware any help would be grateful thanks