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Hello from Hampshire
- Z4_PPZ
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Hello from Hampshire
Hi!
Long time browser first time poster. Reviewed lots of advice here in the past from others with similar issues I’m facing. I’m 1 year into ownership of an ‘04 2.5 E85. Loving the drive!
My power steering died this morning, from reading posts already here looks like the EPS. Was wondering if anyone new a garage in or near Southampton that they’d recommend for a fix. Would go to RBM (did my roof last October) but it’s a fair old trek without power steering!
Thanks in advance!
Long time browser first time poster. Reviewed lots of advice here in the past from others with similar issues I’m facing. I’m 1 year into ownership of an ‘04 2.5 E85. Loving the drive!
My power steering died this morning, from reading posts already here looks like the EPS. Was wondering if anyone new a garage in or near Southampton that they’d recommend for a fix. Would go to RBM (did my roof last October) but it’s a fair old trek without power steering!
Thanks in advance!
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Hello from Hampshire
Lovely looking Z! I am sure there will be someone on the forum who can help. This community has been amazing for me!
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- Z4_PPZ
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Hello from Hampshire
Thanks very much! Fortunate to have a dad studying photography at college which allows for some lovely shots! 1 here is his and 2 are mine, I think it’s obvious which is which
- Roberltd2
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Hello from Hampshire
Good photos
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1994 Eunos J2Ltd - sold and now undergoing restoration.
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- enuff_zed
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Hello from Hampshire
I picked up a 3.0 from Shoreham and drove it back to Norfolk without power steering.
Once over walking pace it isn't too bad really. Just a bit 'old school'.
Can you not whip out the motor yourself?
Not half as difficult as it looks and I'm always happy to talk you through it if needed.
Done several now, plus another three via Whatsapp. One of those in the States.
Once over walking pace it isn't too bad really. Just a bit 'old school'.
Can you not whip out the motor yourself?
Not half as difficult as it looks and I'm always happy to talk you through it if needed.
Done several now, plus another three via Whatsapp. One of those in the States.
- Mr Tidy
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Hello from Hampshire
Hi and welcome to the forum.
I use RBM all the time, but I don't live far away. I found this list of BMW specialists on another website that might help if nobody has a recommendation:- https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/top ... 2&t=796191
I believe ECU Testing provide a mail order service and guarantee for rebuilt EPAS units.
I use RBM all the time, but I don't live far away. I found this list of BMW specialists on another website that might help if nobody has a recommendation:- https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/top ... 2&t=796191
I believe ECU Testing provide a mail order service and guarantee for rebuilt EPAS units.
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Gone - Montego Blue
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Current - Silver Grey MC, Imola Red heated Nappa & carbon trim. Aeros, H & R Coil-overs, 224s, OE Strut brace, Nav, cup-holders, DSP Hi-Fi, pdc, cruise, MFSW, no CDV! E90 330i daily
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Hello from Hampshire
Welcome to the forum. Great pics. I'm guessing 1st is your dads from the lighting. I like the 2nd the most whoever took it, shows off the flame surfacing. Love those wheels too.
- Z4_PPZ
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Hello from Hampshire
enuff_zed, thanks for your advice! I guess where I’ve never driven a car without PAS I’m not experienced enough to be prepared to drive a long way like that. However your offer of support is very generous and I’d love to take you up on it, even just to validate whether it’s something I could turn my hand to it!
Mr Tidy, thanks for this list! Really handy, if I decided I’m not capable of removing the motor myself at least I have some local recommendations who may be able to help!
Cheers all!!
Mr Tidy, thanks for this list! Really handy, if I decided I’m not capable of removing the motor myself at least I have some local recommendations who may be able to help!
Cheers all!!
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Hello from Hampshire
Z4_PPZ, if you PM me a contact number I can WhatsApp you some photos etc.
If you are fairly confident with hands on stuff it should be fine.
If you are fairly confident with hands on stuff it should be fine.
- Beatman
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Hello from Hampshire
Hi and welcome to the forum
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Hello from Hampshire
Zedebee, I am discussing heading down to Southampton to replace Z4_PPZ's steering motor with a good one I have here.
In the past when I have done this and fitted a different motor the Steering Angle Sensor has needed recalibrating.
On both occasions, after 15-20 miles it has needed doing again, then been fine. I think Street encountered the same issue too.
Given how far away I am, would you possibly be able to help out if the SAS needed recalibration after I'm gone?
In the past when I have done this and fitted a different motor the Steering Angle Sensor has needed recalibrating.
On both occasions, after 15-20 miles it has needed doing again, then been fine. I think Street encountered the same issue too.
Given how far away I am, would you possibly be able to help out if the SAS needed recalibration after I'm gone?
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- Lifer
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Hello from Hampshire
If it’s the SAS recalibration in INPA, yes no problem. It’ll be a 45 minute drive up from Southampton.enuff_zed wrote: ↑Tue Apr 02, 2024 1:05 pm Zedebee, I am discussing heading down to Southampton to replace Z4_PPZ's steering motor with a good one I have here.
In the past when I have done this and fitted a different motor the Steering Angle Sensor has needed recalibrating.
On both occasions, after 15-20 miles it has needed doing again, then been fine. I think Street encountered the same issue too.
Given how far away I am, would you possibly be able to help out if the SAS needed recalibration after I'm gone?
2003 Maldives Blue 3.0i auto
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Previously: Maldives Blue 2.5i manual (its back!) and another, and a Monaco Blue 3.0Si coupe
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Hello from Hampshire
You can get a quote for car transport and have it sent to Norfolk, then when fixed get the train. You can drive it without power steering but roundabouts can be a bit challenging!
- enuff_zed
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Hello from Hampshire
He could, but I have two people wanting airbag modules fitted and coded down there at the same time, so worth my while doing the trip.raymond.harper wrote: ↑Tue Apr 02, 2024 1:32 pm You can get a quote for car transport and have it sent to Norfolk, then when fixed get the train. You can drive it without power steering but roundabouts can be a bit challenging!