New E86 Z4 Owner

[AEDD22]

Hi all,

I purchased my first Z4 last week and safe to say I’m loving it!
She needs a little love and TLC but hoping to do this over the next couple of weeks/months as we head into better weather.
I fitted a new window regulator and plan to do a complete mechanical overhaul as it came with no service history.
I’ve purchased some Eibach pro springs and Bilstein B4’s all round based on recommendation from a new friend and also z4 owner!
Can you help recommend what top mounts I should opt for?
I’ve seen mixed reviews and even horror stories of some failing only after a couple of miles.

Thanks in advance
Andrew

 

[R17SKO]

Welcome! Sure you’ll get plenty of advice

 

[TriggerFish]

I just ordered E9" xi top mounts for my e86.

Meant to be much stronger.

Post in thread 'Thicker spring pads/shims to raise the front a touch?' https://z4-forum.com/threads/thicke...o-raise-the-front-a-touch.151934/post-2166175

Also, welcome!

 

[Mr Tidy]

Hi Andrew and welcome to the forum from a serial E86 owner.

We do like to see photos of new members' cars!

 

[buzyg]

Welcome Andrew. Just in time for the sunny weather. Hope it came with a tin opener.

You will soon get the hang of our humour.

 

[AEDD22]

Welcome Andrew. Just in time for the sunny weather. Hope it came with a tin opener.

You will soon get the hang of our humour.

Consider it done!

 

[AEDD22]

Hi Andrew and welcome to the forum from a serial E86 owner.

We do like to see photos of new members' cars!

Here’s one for you

 

[AEDD22]

Here’s one for you

 

[RossT]

Welcome! Nice wheels, and the car looks decent considering the lack of service history.

 

[AEDD22]

Thanks Ross! All in all, not bad considering. She just needs a little TLC

 

[jamie_braham]

Beautiful car, i'd love an E86!

 

[Steve807]

Hi! Great choice

 

[Gwest44]

Well done I think I remember seeing that one for sale - a nicely specced example with the two tone leather and I love the plate. Was the plate optional as part of the purchase?

 

[AEDD22]

Well done I think I remember seeing that one for sale - a nicely specced example with the two tone leather and I love the plate. Was the plate optional as part of the purchase?

The photos are a little deceiving but correct! Two tone leather performance seats, heated and memory which is great.

The plate came with the purchase!

I’ve got coils and struts to replace on all corners but it needs a new lower steering column as that’s completely failed and is causing a knocking in the steering.

The AC doesn’t work and neither does the door mirror adjustment. I think it’s in transport mode but my code reader doesn’t have the ability to remove this so will need a garage to diag.

Engine seems fine, I’ve swapped the sparks and changed the air filter.

I need a new fuse box for the fuses under the bonnet as this is also missing.
It’ll take some money to get it back to how it should be but I’m thoroughly enjoying it so far

 

[enuff_zed]

I have a decent, low mileage (60k) lower steering column if you're looking for one.

 

[AEDD22]

I have a decent, low mileage (60k) lower steering column if you're looking for one.

Thank you @enuff_zed that would be great.
This is the part number for ref - 32306767054
Does this match?

How much would you like for it? Do you have any photos? Cheers mate

 

[enuff_zed]

As far as I know they are all the same.
Not light, so I'd say £40 including postage.
I'll see if I can get a photo now for you.

 

[enuff_zed]

Here you go. Absolutely no play at all in the UJs either end.

 

[AEDD22]

Here you go. Absolutely no play at all in theView attachment 293492View attachment 293493View attachment 293494 UJs either end.

Thank you @enuff_zed please may I buy this from you? Will try an DM - thanks mate

 

[enuff_zed]

Thank you @enuff_zed please may I buy this from you? Will try an DM - thanks mate

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