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  1. Trevor /chedder

    Rear speakers, no bass

    Great stuff. Glad it worked out
  2. Trevor /chedder

    Rear bumper weights and Ai

    As I have wider rears fitted. I asked if this would make a difference. (Style 68s) Here is the answer.... Quite interesting Yes, **adding wider tires** can help compensate for the removed rear bumper weights to some extent, but there are trade-offs to consider. Here’s how it works: ### **How...
  3. Trevor /chedder

    Rear bumper weights and Ai

    I popped a question into AI about the rear bumper weights and got this answer. The weights you see on the rear bumper of some BMW Z3 models are actually part of the car's design to address a specific handling characteristic. Here's what they're for: ### **1. Improving Weight Distribution &...
  4. Trevor /chedder

    Help with seat height adjuster - hitting is not the answer!

    When doing the above, you may find that the threaded bit needs to be unbolted, then turned a few times then reattached. They can reach the end and need to be rescrewed back on. Sorry for crap terminology 😀
  5. Trevor /chedder

    For Sale FREE black interior dash & central console plastics

    I could do with a driver air vent , the triangle one if you have it and the rear storage bin lid. I pass through Chester all the time. Thanks
  6. Trevor /chedder

    Added a remote to my android headunit

    Added a cheap remote to my android headunit. Works well easy to fit. Another AliExpress find 😀👍
  7. Trevor /chedder

    Wanted Wanted Passenger side (UK) rear quarter panel in Atlanta Blue with no rust?

    Hi All anyone got a Passenger side (UK) rear quarter panel in Atlanta Blue with no rust? 1.9 pre-facelift 1998 Mine is a bit crusty on the bottom- so looking for a near perfect one, no rush Thanks
  8. Trevor /chedder

    Rear speakers, no bass

    Update. I bought a cheap amp from Ali express, just plugs in between the car and headunit. And it's really good. It has a bass control which I turned up and now with the headunit on flat eq and the field set to the centre, I'm really happy. Big improvement Link £41.44 | Car DSP Amplifier DC 12V...
  9. Trevor /chedder

    Rear speakers, no bass

    I thought that. So tried wiring direct. But it didn't make much if any difference
  10. Trevor /chedder

    Rear speakers, no bass

    So I tried wiring direct and couldn't detect any difference, it has to be the speaker position and the baffles,or lack of, behind the seats. Hi ho
  11. Trevor /chedder

    ABS/ASC issue

    Not sure if it's the same as mine , 1.9. but I had ongoing issues with the abs lighting up. I replaced all the sensors, eventually narrowed down to the abs box. The unit has two solder joints that can crack, it's a dead easy fix once you get the unit open. You could hardly see the cracking in...
  12. Trevor /chedder

    Stereo Upgrade Query

    One tip. Pullout the vents when fitting, you can then plug the Ariel in easily. It's a faff otherwise
  13. Trevor /chedder

    Stereo Upgrade Query

    Wiring . You will need an adapter it's a common fit. I think it's called a euro. But not sure. Amp. It's sounds fine without one. I have upgraded all of the speakers though.
  14. Trevor /chedder

    Stereo Upgrade Query

    Yes its a good fit
  15. Trevor /chedder

    Difficulty finding replacement exhaust - 2002 BMW 1.9i

    Not that cheap but... https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/185192467168?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=ZcqNW1HZQHm&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=Eb1xvxKnSKW&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
  16. Trevor /chedder

    Stereo Upgrade Query

    I've had a few different ones, currently trying this 1 u android one. So far it's working out fine. I just found this on AliExpress: £50 ISH. | Navifly 2G+32G Universal 1 Din Android 6.86 Inch HD Touch Screen Wireless CarPlay Auto Car Radio Multimedia Video Player GPS FM...
  17. Trevor /chedder

    Defroster Vent repair L + R Kit 3d print files

    thanks for this - trying it out tonight!
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