What was the 1st thing or things you did to your Z?
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just looked online and there about £60 for a clear replacement...... not worth it so will only consider if mine breaks, thanks for the heads up 
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Yep they are not cheap. I wasn't keen on the clear one I preferd the standard one but that is more expensive than the clear ones too
[/quote]Yep they are not cheap. I wasn't keen on the clear one I preferd the standard one but that is more expensive than the clear ones too
are the aero worth it? ive had these on a couple of other cars and they were total shite. ther were decent ones from costco (Goodyear) kept missing bits of the window as the arms didnt press them down hard enough? on my focus it was right in the middle of the screen!
mine could do with replacing at the mo
mine could do with replacing at the mo
I'm getting mine tomorrow. I'll not rush into anything and of course I've not had a lot of time to look at the car in any detail, but I already have in mind the following:
- CDV delete. I found on the test drive that my 1st to 2nd changes were not good - the engine revving before the clutch had bitten. Only realised afterwards that it wasn't just my incompetence!
- Tart up the centre console. These seem to attract scratches over time. Not sure how yet. Wrapping looks nice, but I'm concerned it'll be too after-market and probably won't stand the test of time. Painting is another option and I've also found this on eBay: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/black-sti...rg=20140131123815&rk=3&rkt=15&sd=390811723689
- Sort out the kerbed alloys and get some new rear tyres (they're already non RFTs)
- Maybe do the DISA replacement
Of course, I could find all manner of other more important things once it's in my garage - but I'm really hoping not!
- CDV delete. I found on the test drive that my 1st to 2nd changes were not good - the engine revving before the clutch had bitten. Only realised afterwards that it wasn't just my incompetence!
- Tart up the centre console. These seem to attract scratches over time. Not sure how yet. Wrapping looks nice, but I'm concerned it'll be too after-market and probably won't stand the test of time. Painting is another option and I've also found this on eBay: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/black-sti...rg=20140131123815&rk=3&rkt=15&sd=390811723689
- Sort out the kerbed alloys and get some new rear tyres (they're already non RFTs)
- Maybe do the DISA replacement
Of course, I could find all manner of other more important things once it's in my garage - but I'm really hoping not!
First thing I did was swap out the battery (the day I got the car) and then proceeded to add some boot lights to the storage areas behind each light cluster.
IMG_7690 by NeilllP, on Flickr
IMG_7723 by NeilllP, on Flickr
41. Boot lights. by NeilllP, on Flickr
After that it got a little silly with the audio, suspension, and wheels.
IMG_7690 by NeilllP, on FlickrIMG_7723 by NeilllP, on Flickr41. Boot lights. by NeilllP, on FlickrAfter that it got a little silly with the audio, suspension, and wheels.
Purchased a 2003 Z4 3.0 MT on 10/27/14 - 43,791 miles. It previously had the top motor replaced, all coils upgraded to Bosch, and upgraded steering column installed.
Checked brakes - pads look good, but, dust is unacceptable. Order low dust pads/brake fluid/front rotors for DIY.
Read the Owners Manual and scoured the forums - removed the front license plate holder.
Clean/Condition interior. Gummi Pfledge all rubber seals.
Clean motor.
Headlights polished and coated with Opti-lens
Talked to top shop about spots on the convertible top. That say - probably tree Sap. Recommend Acrysol to clean it - worked very well. Can be used like the Goof off that wouldn’t touch my spots.
Ordered wiper blade inserts - Bosch. They didn’t work - as the two inserts are different lengths. Will start over here.
Took to a local indy for complete inspection/service; remove clutch delay valve; reprogram memory settings; activate the Clown nose so that it blinks when the car is locked; coolant flushed/replaced; re-lubed the steering column for easier adjustment; checked strut bolts for proper torque; checked rear sway bar bolts for proper torque. Car checks out “very good”.
Car came with Michelin Super Sport tires on the front and Bridgestone Potenza run-flats on the rear. Install jack pads: order 12V compressor; get a tire repair kit, jack ordered.
Replace rear run-flat tires with Michelin Pilot Sport AS/3. Difference in ride is amazing.
After reading more, I plan to replace Transmission, Differential, and Power Steering fluids as per Mike’s old time maintenance schedule - although Indy said that it wasn’t necessary - the car is 12 years old. Cabin Filter is on the way.
So far, it's a wonderful car. Still need to upgrade headlights and polish/coat the car - maybe next month.
Checked brakes - pads look good, but, dust is unacceptable. Order low dust pads/brake fluid/front rotors for DIY.
Read the Owners Manual and scoured the forums - removed the front license plate holder.
Clean/Condition interior. Gummi Pfledge all rubber seals.
Clean motor.
Headlights polished and coated with Opti-lens
Talked to top shop about spots on the convertible top. That say - probably tree Sap. Recommend Acrysol to clean it - worked very well. Can be used like the Goof off that wouldn’t touch my spots.
Ordered wiper blade inserts - Bosch. They didn’t work - as the two inserts are different lengths. Will start over here.
Took to a local indy for complete inspection/service; remove clutch delay valve; reprogram memory settings; activate the Clown nose so that it blinks when the car is locked; coolant flushed/replaced; re-lubed the steering column for easier adjustment; checked strut bolts for proper torque; checked rear sway bar bolts for proper torque. Car checks out “very good”.
Car came with Michelin Super Sport tires on the front and Bridgestone Potenza run-flats on the rear. Install jack pads: order 12V compressor; get a tire repair kit, jack ordered.
Replace rear run-flat tires with Michelin Pilot Sport AS/3. Difference in ride is amazing.
After reading more, I plan to replace Transmission, Differential, and Power Steering fluids as per Mike’s old time maintenance schedule - although Indy said that it wasn’t necessary - the car is 12 years old. Cabin Filter is on the way.
So far, it's a wonderful car. Still need to upgrade headlights and polish/coat the car - maybe next month.
sasker said:just looked online and there about £60 for a clear replacement...... not worth it so will only consider if mine breaks, thanks for the heads up
Yep they are not cheap. I wasn't keen on the clear one I preferd the standard one but that is more expensive than the clear ones too[/quote]
You would easy get £30 for your red one on here if it's not cracked.
Not much to my coupe but on the roady i recently bought i have cleaned it & changed the alloys , then i cleaned it & changed the alloys , then i changed the alloys before going on to changing the alloys 
Love it as it is now & not much else in front of me other than fuel & miles
Love it as it is now & not much else in front of me other than fuel & miles
NeilP said:First thing I did was swap out the battery (the day I got the car) and then proceeded to add some boot lights to the storage areas behind each light cluster.
IMG_7690 by NeilllP, on Flickr
IMG_7723 by NeilllP, on Flickr
41. Boot lights. by NeilllP, on Flickr
After that it got a little silly with the audio, suspension, and wheels.
Spend a lot of time in your boot lol
quite a variety of different mods people do!
sorry if im being thick but could people explain (or just simplify) what these mean please?
intravee (whast this??)
CDV (Cluth Delay Valve???) whats the purpose of this and is it a good/easy mod??
sound gen mod?? (i have an aftermarket exhuast so would this matter??)
DISA replacement??
sorry if im being thick but could people explain (or just simplify) what these mean please?
intravee (whast this??)
CDV (Cluth Delay Valve???) whats the purpose of this and is it a good/easy mod??
sound gen mod?? (i have an aftermarket exhuast so would this matter??)
DISA replacement??
Year 1:
09/10/2012 Aux lead
10/10/2012 Minijack cable
18/10/2012 Autoglym Hood kit
28/10/2012 Stubby
14/11/2012 Cup holders
03/12/2012 ZHP
24/12/2012 OBD2 scanner
25/12/2012 Wheel brush
28/12/2012 Cleaning stuff
28/12/2012 Gummi Pflege
02/01/2013 Rubber mats
30/03/2013 Renovo Reviver
30/03/2013 Tyre Tread Gauge
22/04/2013 Slime 473ml
22/04/2013 Clear 3rd brake light
25/04/2013 New tyres
29/04/2013 Stainless tips
27/05/2013 Gliptone
04/06/2013 4" door speakers
04/06/2013 Panel Tools
08/06/2013 CDV removal
08/06/2013 1 litre engine oil
08/06/2013 Vanity mirror
06/06/2013 Lint roller
06/06/2013 Microfibre towels
06/06/2013 Wheel brush
06/06/2013 Dust sheets
06/06/2013 Torx multi-tool
20/06/2013 Speakers
30/07/2013 MSFW buttons
03/09/2013 Cruise control bits
26/09/2013 Dust caps, c/cruise retrofit
30/09/2013 Brushes, screen wash
And yes, because I know you're wondering, I'm pretty popular with the ladies. Oooooh yeeeahhhh.
09/10/2012 Aux lead
10/10/2012 Minijack cable
18/10/2012 Autoglym Hood kit
28/10/2012 Stubby
14/11/2012 Cup holders
03/12/2012 ZHP
24/12/2012 OBD2 scanner
25/12/2012 Wheel brush
28/12/2012 Cleaning stuff
28/12/2012 Gummi Pflege
02/01/2013 Rubber mats
30/03/2013 Renovo Reviver
30/03/2013 Tyre Tread Gauge
22/04/2013 Slime 473ml
22/04/2013 Clear 3rd brake light
25/04/2013 New tyres
29/04/2013 Stainless tips
27/05/2013 Gliptone
04/06/2013 4" door speakers
04/06/2013 Panel Tools
08/06/2013 CDV removal
08/06/2013 1 litre engine oil
08/06/2013 Vanity mirror
06/06/2013 Lint roller
06/06/2013 Microfibre towels
06/06/2013 Wheel brush
06/06/2013 Dust sheets
06/06/2013 Torx multi-tool
20/06/2013 Speakers
30/07/2013 MSFW buttons
03/09/2013 Cruise control bits
26/09/2013 Dust caps, c/cruise retrofit
30/09/2013 Brushes, screen wash
And yes, because I know you're wondering, I'm pretty popular with the ladies. Oooooh yeeeahhhh.
