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@2u1n0n3z 8 күн бұрын
You need seal tape not duct tape
@aliasrandom9241 8 күн бұрын
do you put any thread lock on the nuts to stop them from getting loose? how tight do they have to be?
@allthethings1451 Күн бұрын
The nuts were locking nuts, so no need for threadlock. Can't remember the torque specs but pretty damn tight!
@aliasrandom9241 8 күн бұрын
Hi, could you please post a video with the engine running smoothly vs misfiring? It is difficult to me to hear anything wrong with the engine without hearing what it should sound like when running well.
@allthethings1451 Күн бұрын
Hi! The reason I did not include a comparison is because it's actually hard to tell the difference over cellphone/computer audio. Super frustrating, as the difference is night and day in person, but unfortunately does not translate to the video. Even more noticeable than the sound though, is the vibration caused by the misfire. Even just sitting inside the car, the vibration is apparent and on acceleration it is even worse.
@nirnikol3948 12 күн бұрын
Looks good mate! What tool and disk did you use for the rough sanding at the start? I've tried sanding a large table with an orbital sander and it took ages. That sander look a lot more suited for that
@allthethings1451 Күн бұрын
Thank you! It is actually a normal rotary polisher. The fitting is the same as some sanders, so I just used velcro sanding discs on the polisher backing plate. Though not refined, it worked great for removing material, but oh wow did it make a mess. Actual proper sanders have an extraction for dust collection, definitely going that route in the future!
@ifthisisyou5125 13 күн бұрын
Love it Marc!
@francopelser5509 14 күн бұрын
It looks too good !! Definitely my next project 😏
@eurobikefan 20 күн бұрын
Nice job on that Z4! It looks very nice. I just bought one last week and need to do the same job on the hood.
@allthethings1451 18 күн бұрын
Thank you and congrats on your purchase! They are awesome cars and I am already missing mine
@johnleeflang4304 23 күн бұрын
Thanks Marc, really enjoyed ypur videos. Suggest the next project be an Austin Healey 3000. Same engine and car type only a ‘little’ older. Good luck en see what it will be. Brgds, John (The Netherlands)
@allthethings1451 18 күн бұрын
Glad you are enjoying the videos and thank you for the suggestion! I am not too clued up on classic cars like the Healy, they are also quite rare in South Africa but I will for sure keep an eye out!
@tshepolaka8132 27 күн бұрын
Great Job you did there, the Z4 looks immaculate.
@tshepolaka8132 27 күн бұрын
I love the review and its a breath of fresh air to have review from my own country and I can relate better. I am really dreaming of owning either a BMW Z4, or Mazda MX5 or Porsche Boxter S 987. So to be informed by a fellow South African is really helpful.
@allthethings1451 18 күн бұрын
Thank you! Also very interested in the MX5, Boxter and even Honda s2000. Never actually been a fan of convertibles, but after the z4 one could say I am.... converted...
@Will_JP Ай бұрын
Another BMW next??
@allthethings1451 18 күн бұрын
Did not actually plan on doing another BMW for the next project... But you never know how things work out ;) Next video due early in the new year
@becomematrix Ай бұрын
greatings from The Netherlands
@lucienpetersen Ай бұрын
Wow dude. Where are you based? Excellent work on that E85
@allthethings1451 Ай бұрын
Thank you! I am in Somerset West
@666KP Ай бұрын
Really enjoying your videos, just picked up a cheap Z4 needing the same tlc.
@allthethings1451 Ай бұрын
Congrats! They are not difficult to work on, and small so easy to polish😄
@keyzin Ай бұрын
z4 is my first car i feel that my butt is gliding on ground ... awesome experience until you start to get out of the car everytime
@allthethings1451 Ай бұрын
They are so low to the ground!
@woodydroneson Ай бұрын
The control arms look like a quite simple task on the Z4 without any major issues, I think mine are just starting to have the occasional clunk, the car is from 2006 and low mileage, but the rubber is probably starting to break down, think when they go I will do a swap of the springs and shock obsorbers for coil over shocks as I want to keep the car till I retire and beyond if the British Government do not tax me of the road financially in an attempt to get me to swap for an EV, if I can drive my 2007 E85 Z4 2.5i until it is 40 years old I will be happy :)
@allthethings1451 Ай бұрын
The control arms are easy to do (not sure about parts/labour pricing your side of the world, but probably cheaper than you would think). Also made a big difference in how the car feels, so I would recommend doing it anyway. Coil overs will probably make the car even more stiff than it already is, but I'm sure the handling would be insane with a proper spring setup! The emissions regulations your side are crazy! None of that here in SA (except a little emissions tax when you buy a new car). I hope it doesn't get worse and that you get to keep your Z4!
@woodydroneson Ай бұрын
I live in the UK and managed to buy a 2007 E85 Z4 with a 2.5i engine with only 35k miles on the clock, a full BMW service history, and one elderly lady owner. I have had it now, for nearly 3 years and drive it short distances and longer on the weekend, it will need some attention but I can do most of it myself. I should do the roof motor modification to mine as that is a common problem too, but I do not park under trees etc. I still look at my car when we come home from family trips in my wife's Citreon C3 and say look at that beautiful car and I get a smile on my face :) I could have bought a 1-year-old car as I have done in the past costing me thousands more and then lose thousands more a few years down the line, if the Z4 costs me a few thousand as the years go by I will have had the pleasure of owning such a beautiful that is a fantastic car to drive with the same or possibly even less financial outlay. The electronic steering feels a little lacking at first until you get used to it and the car, it scared me at first, but it drives wherever I steer it with minimal drama. Sure, if you go too crazy in the end it is gonna bite ya! I love owning my Z4 and hopefully, the British Government will not financially tax me off the road in a bid to get me to swap for an EV
@allthethings1451 Ай бұрын
Wow 35k miles is nothing! It is a little gem and I am sure maintenance will be minimal. These m54 engines are generally super reliable and will last for many many years with regular maintenance, which is also easy to do. The devaluation argument is a strong one. I would also much rather drive a cheaper older car and pay for a little maintenance here and there, compared to having a downpayment on a newer car that loses most of its value quickly. I also think that cars like the z4 has probably already reached the lower part of the devaluation curve, and might even be worth more in a couple of years! I hope you get to keep yours and enjoy it for as long as you can.
@ewandutoit7986 Ай бұрын
Jy is die beste in die wille weste.🔥
@kevincoleman6246 Ай бұрын
Wow, fantastic series of videos! I've got an E85 Z4 that I'm working on - hopefully I can get it looking half as beautiful as yours.
@allthethings1451 Ай бұрын
Thank you, best of luck with yours! It took some work but they are beautiful cars so well worth it.
@popeye9048 Ай бұрын
Kudos 👌🏻
@atmtm8431 2 ай бұрын
Hello mark , thanks for showing such great video. I'm going to watch every movie you'll up. I ride the same e85 in Tokyo🇯🇵.
@allthethings1451 Ай бұрын
Thank you for watching! Some more videos coming soon
@nukeelec 2 ай бұрын
Glad you got it sorted out. What were the symptoms of bad control arm bushings other than clunking? I just purchased a 2004 Z4 with 38k miles. I wouldn't expect my control arm bushings to be bad with so few miles, but the car has the worst tramlining of any vehicle I've ever driven. It does have run-flat tires.
@allthethings1451 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! The tramlining is better, but still noticeable. I also did wheel alignment after changing the control arms which definitely helped. My suspicion is that the run flats are the main culprit for this, though
@bresek874 Ай бұрын
I have the same problem with the tramlining. Bushes seems in good condition. I have two sized rims 225/40 front and 245/35 rear, so maybe it will help when i will fit 225/45 to all wheels. Goin to replace front arm bushing in the beginning of the next year as well tho.
@markb3951 16 күн бұрын
@@bresek874 Tramlining = runflats - I had one of these when it was only 18 months old back in the day and the tramlining was terrible. Changed the tyres to non run-flat and totally went away ...
@shaunrobinson7123 2 күн бұрын
I never got rid of the tramlining after replacing everything, I think it’s just the geometry of the car with low profile, wide tyres, along with the electric steering.
@1312cleoke 2 ай бұрын
it's nice to see you working with handtools , no air pressured tools .
@allthethings1451 2 ай бұрын
Thank you, also keeps me from having to go to the gym so win-win I guess 😄
@daryngoldsbrough 2 ай бұрын
Brilliant Marc. Sharing so much knowledge and passion with the world and having a lot of fun at the same time.
@jhmlegal 2 ай бұрын
also never use cup holders and use a lubricant spray on the holder....it lessens the squeak...
@chrisbradley3224 2 ай бұрын
I use my cupholders daily, they work ok for me. Good call on the spray though.
@danielsteinmetz 2 ай бұрын
Lovely Work - Enjoy it 👍😃
@fabriziosanesi9874 2 ай бұрын
Nice job mate! Im doing the same but im not smart as you are!
@marais_mtb 2 ай бұрын
Insannnneee😮
@Arnodebeer7 2 ай бұрын
🔥🔥thank you Marc for your support pal and the mention! Truly appreciate it! To many more ventures in the future! The car came out stunning! Well done!
@simonhunt7269 2 ай бұрын
The absence of any rust is a joy to behold. Wish mine was like that!
@allthethings1451 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! It helps that the car was upcountry for most of it's life
@andrejansenvanrensburg1804 2 ай бұрын
We are in the same boat. Bought mine 2 weeks ago. Looking for interior trim. Busy with cam replacements
@allthethings1451 2 ай бұрын
Best of luck with your project! Can confirm that it is worth it. fantastic little car
@danielsteinmetz 2 ай бұрын
Dont forget to change the small o-rings on the oil filter housing stick. The small green ones :) + also had to swap out the disa-unit and the rubber boot. May upgrade the disa-unit to the one with a metal paddle and pin, so you resolve the risk with sucking in the pin and blowing the engine.
@allthethings1451 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! I have heard about the Disa-upgrade, will see how the aftermarket one holds up. I also cleaned the idle control valve off-camera, wasn't too difficult and really made the car idle nice and smooth again.
@jjayson1 3 ай бұрын
Nice vids I've just bought my first 20 year old Z4 also and planning on replacing everything underneath . God work
@allthethings1451 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Car feels super solid with the new control arms. Absolute worthwhile maintenance
@stefangouws3224 3 ай бұрын
Lekker Marc!
@miawentzel6389 3 ай бұрын
Ek wil maar net sê ek en J het dit nou regtig baie geniet en is super invested! 😂
@edwinjay7820 3 ай бұрын
This is a super cool video, would like to see the rest of the journey!