Roof motor- definitive list and prices
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I hope you never, ever go there again. Please name and shame.Jackbowen said:
Hi all,
I'm new to the Forum, and have found this thread very useful, as my roof motor has just died, despite being garage kept in my 5 years ownership, and only dry summer use.
It did sit outside for a couple of weeks back in May, so guess that's done for it... windows go down, roof un-clips, dead motor.
I therefore need to get the refurb and relocation sorted, as I'm not confident enough to have a try myself, and it looks like Number5 is the nearest person with the skills. I'm in Devon, so 1.5hrs from Bristol.
As I newbie I can't yet PM anyone, so if you're reading this, do get in touch so we can hopefully arrange something suitable.
Love my Z4... get a buzz every time I drive it, more so with the top down!!
Rich
I'm new to the Forum, and have found this thread very useful, as my roof motor has just died, despite being garage kept in my 5 years ownership, and only dry summer use.
It did sit outside for a couple of weeks back in May, so guess that's done for it... windows go down, roof un-clips, dead motor.
I therefore need to get the refurb and relocation sorted, as I'm not confident enough to have a try myself, and it looks like Number5 is the nearest person with the skills. I'm in Devon, so 1.5hrs from Bristol.
As I newbie I can't yet PM anyone, so if you're reading this, do get in touch so we can hopefully arrange something suitable.
Love my Z4... get a buzz every time I drive it, more so with the top down!!
Rich
Hi,
I see this is an old thread but I am also looking for someone who could re locate my roof motor (E85). At the moment it doesn't function but the motor does still make a noise and was sluggish for quite a while so I think it might just need hydraulic fluid.....perhaps? Might be a good time to check and also relocate before the Summer
I'm in Berkshire so anywhere I can travel to reasonably would be great, otherwise may travel much further afield.
I see this is an old thread but I am also looking for someone who could re locate my roof motor (E85). At the moment it doesn't function but the motor does still make a noise and was sluggish for quite a while so I think it might just need hydraulic fluid.....perhaps? Might be a good time to check and also relocate before the Summer
I'm in Berkshire so anywhere I can travel to reasonably would be great, otherwise may travel much further afield. 
Attleborough, Norfolk
Welcome to the forum.bugsy69 said:Hi,
I see this is an old thread but I am also looking for someone who could re locate my roof motor (E85). At the moment it doesn't function but the motor does still make a noise and was sluggish for quite a while so I think it might just need hydraulic fluid.....perhaps? Might be a good time to check and also relocate before the Summer
You have the choices of RBM at Hook, [ref]bigwinn[/ref] in Lincoln, [ref]Number5[/ref] in Bristol, and me in Norfolk.
There are others but further away.
If I've missed anyone my apologies.
If you had a fluid leak I would think it would fail pretty quick as they fire the fluid out fast.
The fact it was sluggish for a while would possibly suggest a failing hydraulic pump. Did it move better one way than the other?
Anyway, several choices and sources for parts should you need them.
Thanks for the response, that's really helpful! It closes better than opening. I used to give it a hand, literally over my head and it would engage but then it wouldn't quite engage properly. Now it makes a noise but won't go back other than releasing the mechanism. Hook is close to me and Bristol Isn't too far. I looked but couldn't contact anyone, not sure if it's because I'm a new member? Is there a way to get contact numbers? Been a while since I was in Norfolk, used to go there every Month! Thanks.
Once you have 3 posts you can pm people, so if you just reply to say how amazingly nice and helpful I am, then you'll get your three.bugsy69 said:
The one's I've highlighted in bold will have received notification from that.
RBM are a business but very well thought of on here. You should be able to look them up.
Hi enuf zed / just signed up on the forum to see where you are in Norfolk I’m in Sudbury Suffolk but come up to Yarmouth once a month for work
My Zed’s roof has just stopped working
haven’t been driving her much lately and today the roof action was dead
Checked the parcel shelf was seated down
No sounds from the motor just the latches opening
Also couldn’t push the roof manually down even with the red pull switch out to disengage the hydraulics
Not sure if there is a blockage on the hydraulics
Did this once before and Had no issues with it before that no warning signs. Is it the motor do you reckon? Cheers
My Zed’s roof has just stopped working
haven’t been driving her much lately and today the roof action was dead
Checked the parcel shelf was seated down
No sounds from the motor just the latches opening
Also couldn’t push the roof manually down even with the red pull switch out to disengage the hydraulics
Not sure if there is a blockage on the hydraulics
Did this once before and Had no issues with it before that no warning signs. Is it the motor do you reckon? Cheers
Nowhere near Yarmouth really. Attleborough on the A11 by Snetterton race circuit. It’s not a five minute job either. I think a specific trip may be easier if you can fit that in. 43 miles up through BSE and Thetford.BMUU said:
Just sent you a PM with my contact details.
In the meantime, do not try to force it open manually as you run the risk of bursting a pipe.
The fact it won't move is a good sign that the fluid lines are all still intact and creating a hydraulic lock at least.