Teach me something I didn't know about the Z4!

BMWZ4 · 08-18-2010, 12:59 PM

Sorry, but this is

NikkiZ4 · 08-18-2010, 03:08 PM

The storage space compartment below the door handles pulls out so you can access it easier.

Rafale · 08-18-2010, 03:20 PM

The inner headlight of our car is not functional it does not even have a bulb:
It looks like we only have 3 bulbs in the headlight housing:
The Signal light PY24W
The Main headlight D1S Xenon which is used for both low and high beam
The Angel eyes light H8.

Basically the inner ones are just for esthetic at least in the US where there is only a Xenon HID version.

BlueZ4AZ · 08-18-2010, 03:42 PM

The price of eggs in China went up yesterday.

teagueAMX · 08-18-2010, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by mcbeee

So I guess it's normal, don't like it but what happens if we get the camber eased off a bit, loss of handling?

No, actually you'll have a little less understeer.

Mr. ///M3 RD · 08-18-2010, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlueZ4AZ

The price of eggs in China went up yesterday.

you don't say

no need to tell you that you are

Mr. ///M3 RD · 08-18-2010, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave Marien

Sorry, but this is

what is, can you be more specific?

teagueAMX · 08-18-2010, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolf-Dieter

you don't say

no need to tell you that you are

Alext · 08-19-2010, 02:28 AM

The Z4 35i production code is LM72 in Europe and LM 73 in US.
The Z4 35is production code is LM11 in Europe, LM 12 in Australia and LM13 in US.

You might have seen these numbers on your order form/contract.

Haha how boring!

Dr Stig 2 · 08-19-2010, 04:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alext

The Z4 35i production code is LM72 in Europe and LM 73 in US.
The Z4 35is production code is LM11 in Europe, LM 12 in Australia and LM13 in US.

You might have seen these numbers on your order form/contract.

Haha how boring!

OK, just wait where you are Alex. The big men with the white coats will be there soon.

Alext · 08-19-2010, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr Stig 2

OK, just wait where you are Alex. The big men with the white coats will be there soon.

Wait, are they bringing my car? So soon?!

mcbeee · 08-19-2010, 06:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by teagueAMX

No, actually you'll have a little less understeer.

So, that would be a good thing. what's wrong with those people...?????

teagueAMX · 08-19-2010, 07:20 AM

A friend has a stunning white e46 M3 with exactly the same problem with excessive camber. In his case I think his springs may need replacement.

I think one of the pitfalls of the rear independent suspension, regardless of make/model is even though it's superior from a performance point of view, as you add more weight to the car, it squats. This increases negative camber. If you already have a significant amount of negative camber it gets somewhat worse.

One typical cure to extend tire life is rotation, but in most cases, the staggered front/rear wheel/tire sizes doesn’t permit rotation. The last possibility it to take it to a independent alignment shop to see if it’s possible dial out some of the negative camber.

The effect of significant negative camber is that advanced tire wear results to the inside edge.

solidgold · 08-19-2010, 07:44 AM

Anyone try driving off while putting the hardtop back on? A friend told me he managed to do it at a very slow start, less than 15km/hr. Move off and hit the hardtop button on the dashboard to get the top up.

mcbeee · 08-19-2010, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by teagueAMX

The last possibility it to take it to a independent alignment shop to see if it’s possible dial out some of the negative camber.

That's what I was thinking too, I'll need new rears soon anyway so I'll check with my tire guys to see what's up ..

BMWZ4 · 08-19-2010, 08:32 AM

Rolf, you're asking what is off topic....your post just prior to mine! Might be just me, but don't see anything here that relates to "tell me something I don't know about my Z4".....

Dave

Drive in the Mohave Desert and Hyway 1 from LA north to Origain and you will too have rear wheel cracks I guarantee it. oh yes and the sharp on and off ramps to the US express ways ... unless you take it real gentle and hold everyone behind you up.

Just keep an eye on the rear rims, slightest sign of a crack you know where to bring your toy

Did I tell you they wanted to have me call Road Assistance for them to tow me to the nearest Canadian BMW dealership ... that would have been Calgary I guess or even Lethbridge, Alberta the nerve I opted for option two get a new wheel mount it and let me drive home.

BlueZ4AZ · 08-19-2010, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave Marien

Rolf, you're asking what is off topic....your post just prior to mine! Might be just me, but don't see anything here that relates to "tell me something I don't know about my Z4".....

Dave

Personally, I don't care if a post or 2 goes Off Topic. I am guilty of it myself, in this very thread.

However, discussing what is Off Topic or why another's post may or may not have been Off Topic, is, in and of itself, Off Topic

BMWZ4 · 08-19-2010, 01:16 PM

I've seen others post similar messages of being off topic....so guess it's just me and doesn't apply to anyone else I guess.

tranquility · 08-19-2010, 01:38 PM

C'mon guys, we're all BMW enthusiasts here. I don't think anyone here means any ill-will. Let's keep the thread going in a constructive manner.

BlueZ4AZ · 08-19-2010, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlueZ4AZ

Personally, I don't care if a post or 2 goes Off Topic. I am guilty of it myself, in this very thread.

However, discussing what is Off Topic or why another's post may or may not have been Off Topic, is, in and of itself, Off Topic

To clear the air......this was just a joke.

mcbeee · 08-19-2010, 02:51 PM

Devils advocate here...

I was interested in knowing more because I have 19's on my car, I'm going on a 6000km trip in a week and didn't know until now about the issues with 19's cracking ...so technically rolf was on topic

But I wouldn't care anyway 'coz everything is a learning moment...

Mr. ///M3 RD · 08-19-2010, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave Marien

Rolf, you're asking what is off topic....your post just prior to mine! Might be just me, but don't see anything here that relates to "tell me something I don't know about my Z4".....

Dave

Drive in the Mohave Desert and Hyway 1 from LA north to Origain and you will too have rear wheel cracks I guarantee it. oh yes and the sharp on and off ramps to the US express ways ... unless you take it real gentle and hold everyone behind you up.

Just keep an eye on the rear rims, slightest sign of a crack you know where to bring your toy

Did I tell you they wanted to have me call Road Assistance for them to tow me to the nearest Canadian BMW dealership ... that would have been Calgary I guess or even Lethbridge, Alberta the nerve I opted for option two get a new wheel mount it and let me drive home.

Well Dave,

You see I was raised in Europe (mind you a long time ago), still when I am asked a question I try to respond as best as I can

As you well know mcbeee asked a question or was it a remark, still I replied to it. Then again when you think about it ... is a CRACK in your wheel not something you should be aware of? So can we agree to disagree that it might well fit in here anyway? Are you not glad to have read about the possibility of cracked wheels? and will you not check your wheels now that you know about it? I am sure we both agree that it is something that not everyone knew.

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teagueAMX Colonel 60 Rep 2,087 Posts Drives: Some are road worthy Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: So Cal, USA iTrader: (0)	A friend has a stunning white e46 M3 with exactly the same problem with excessive camber. In his case I think his springs may need replacement. I think one of the pitfalls of the rear independent suspension, regardless of make/model is even though it's superior from a performance point of view, as you add more weight to the car, it squats. This increases negative camber. If you already have a significant amount of negative camber it gets somewhat worse. One typical cure to extend tire life is rotation, but in most cases, the staggered front/rear wheel/tire sizes doesn’t permit rotation. The last possibility it to take it to a independent alignment shop to see if it’s possible dial out some of the negative camber. The effect of significant negative camber is that advanced tire wear results to the inside edge. __________________ "Political correctness is a doctrine fostered by a delusional liberal minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end".-- Unknown Last edited by teagueAMX; 08-22-2010 at 03:18 AM..
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BMWZ4 Major General 1908 Rep 5,102 Posts Drives: '23 X1/'23 Allroad Progressiv Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Toronto iTrader: (1)	Rolf, you're asking what is off topic....your post just prior to mine! Might be just me, but don't see anything here that relates to "tell me something I don't know about my Z4"..... Dave Drive in the Mohave Desert and Hyway 1 from LA north to Origain and you will too have rear wheel cracks I guarantee it. oh yes and the sharp on and off ramps to the US express ways ... unless you take it real gentle and hold everyone behind you up. Just keep an eye on the rear rims, slightest sign of a crack you know where to bring your toy Did I tell you they wanted to have me call Road Assistance for them to tow me to the nearest Canadian BMW dealership ... that would have been Calgary I guess or even Lethbridge, Alberta the nerve I opted for option two get a new wheel mount it and let me drive home. __________________ '11 Z4 30i (retired);'11 X3 28i (retired); '15 M235i Stage 1 Dinan (recalled & crushed); '16 M235i Stage 3 Dinan (retired); '15 X3 28i (retired); '14 328i (retired), 2019 X3M40i (retired); Loaded '18 X1 (retired); Loaded '20 X3MC DG, Black/Tan Merino (retired); Loaded '23 X1 Cape York green and Red/Black interior; '23 Audi A4 Allroad Progressiv
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