Newbie to Z4

[Shacho]

I recently acquired my brother 2004 E85 with some well known issues...ie soft top motor, ABS/Brake wheel sensor, oil filter housing etc either not working or throwing codes. Given the deal he presented me with, I couldn't refuse it. Now, the fun part and headache starts....I managed to remove the soft top to validate what I had read concerning the location of the motor and hinges. Well, the condition of these items were beyond my expectation. I disassemble the motor cleaned it and tapped on it a couple of times and I was able to resurrect it. I was somewhat baffle because I couldn't figure out why it didn't have any fluid. So, with that being, I serviced the motor, applied power and the driver side hydraulic tube has a pin hole at hinge base due to the corrosion. I'm thinking about applying JB steel sealant and test again. These cars are a major money pit... What have I gotten myself into? Definitely looking forward picking everyone's brain when necessary.

[Mr Tidy]

Hi and welcome to the forum.

But as I've only had Coupes I can't offer any real help with your roof issues, although there are a couple of forum members breaking Z4s so maybe you could get a replacement hydraulic tube from one of them.

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Anyway good luck getting your car how you want it, and don't forget we like to see photos of new members' cars!

[buzyg]

Welcome to the forum. E85s may not be new, but they are still fun.

[Shacho]

[KeithRT]

Welcome to the group!

[Ole gits rule]

Hello and welcome to the forum

[Shacho]

[Mr Tidy]

I'm surprised we have got this far without anyone asking to see some photos of your Z4 - we do like photos on here!

[Shacho]

I'll post some this weekend. It is still a work in progress.

[MikeyH]

Welcome to the forum, yes photos please