Recent content by BumpyZ4

If it runs better with the MAF unplugged, it is a good indication that the MAF is bad or it could have something on resister wire.

If you are in the States https://www.redlineautoparts.com/ has a couple of complete tops.

I'm always afraid that I'm going to break something yanking the door off. So, I found a universal torx extended bit that can get to the two screws with the door held partially open.

I bet nobody can tell with the top down!

Get an aftermarket key with transponder and an AK90 programmer (to program the transponder to the EWS). You will have to have someone cut the key blank but still way cheaper than a factory key. I've got two aftermarket keys, and they've worked great for the last 5 years.

Yes, GL5 for the diff. I used Mobil 1™ Syn Gear Lube LS 75W-90

I used Redline MTL 75W80 full synthetic.

Nope, it's sewn into the top. Most of our tops look like that age. It shouldn't leak from what I understand that was sewn into the top to stiffen the edge and to help the top fold correctly.

I turned the anti-pinch off using NCS expert.

Scanners are mostly built and programmed in China. They vary wildly in accuracy. My cheapest one shows 13.4 and my most expensive one shows 15.6. The only accurate way is to use a dedicated voltmeter.

Price, simplicity of the E85, and the M54 engine!

Nice. The only thing I would add is ensure that the line doesn't turn while tightening the banjos. If not, the lines will rub.

This is from BMW TIS; Home / BMW E85 Z4 3.0i Roadster / Repair Manuals and Technical Data / 00 Maintenance and general note / 4.0 BMW Longlife-01 BMW Longlife-01 engine oils are a minimum requirement for all BMW Group petrol engines without petrol particulate filter from model year 2002 and for...

I run 5W30 and get it from Walmart.

I use Castrol Edge "Euro Car" it meets the BMW LL-01 spec.