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Hi Kevin...welcome to the forum!

Definitely a mid-life crisis, lol

I also have a Bimmer convertible (Z3) and a GS1200 bike :-)

Look forward to chatting further about mid-life, etc 

Cheers   Trevor

Not sure really, but electronic sensors are susceptible to vibration, heat and moisture...all three being present in the DSC sensor environment.

Also, the brand quality can also be an issue...maybe worth looking at an alternative make of sensor?

Hi Steve...welcome to the Forum!

Have seen posts about retro-fit electric mirrors on other vehicle make forums so it is possible as the manufacturers usually run the wiring to where the (modified) switch would be and then the dealers/manufacturers can then just fit the folding mirror package as required.

I would imagine you need the replacement parts (eBay?) and then code it into the electronic body control system once fitted.

Anyone else done this mod?

Cheers   Trevor

Welcome to the forum!

Have you managed to run a scan to see which sensor it is this time?

Would be back luck if it's the same one gone faulty.

Cheers   Trevor

Here is some info on the variable acoustic manifold system (if it's the same system as yours) 

http://www.forzagb.com/tech/

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4-x-22-mm-Swirl-Flap-Flaps-Replacement-Removal-Blanks-Gaskets-for-BMW-2-0-M47-/181544146050?hash=item2a44dfd482:g:9DgAAOSw5IJWflKT

Absolute winner!

Great result...that is really good of BMW, maybe though they know there is an issue with these boxed if they're failing early and only pull them in if the customer complains.

That's and expensive failure!

I would try to find a specialist gearbox rebuilder in your area who could just replace the defective synchro and anything else that looks like it could be worn.

Maybe cheaper than a whole replacement gearbox

Let us know how you get on with it

Hi John...welcome to the Forum!

You certainly like your Beemers then!

Good to have you onboard and look forward to reading your posts

Cheers,  Trevor - Admin

Quite agree with you John...get rid of the emissions related equipment it was only ever fitted to allow the manufacturers to produce vehicles that met the Euro Cat requirements.

After that, its not really needed...ditch the exhaust acoustic valve (if still present in the rear silencer) the EGR and any Cats in place.

If an engine is running extremely well then its all unnecessary 

That does not sound like a good situation then as you say it fits well but if it does not fully lock in then it's probably not worth taking the chance.

That's not a bad price for all those parts being fitted...result !

Hi Roger...welcome to the Forum!
Sounds like it needs some WD40 as something maybe sticking? When it locates and you turn it surely it should snap into place...if not then the mechanism maybe sticking slightly. Not sure if I'd want to use to tow with if I'm not satisfied that its not secure.  Check eBay for replacement ones, there are some on there but they're not cheap!

Anyone else know what the issue is and a solution?

Hi Andy...welcome to the Forum!

It's good that you have both types of Beemer...hardtop and soft top...both are superb cars.

Do you have any pictures of them to post up on here?

Good luck with the Z4 repairs...let us know how you get on with it

Cheers,  Trevor

Best bet is to take it in for a scan to see what the codes are for and go from there really.

Hopefully, nothing too expensive 

Hi Javaid...welcome to the Club!

I don't know of any specialist garages in your area that I could recommend but if it's just a service and brake pads, I think you should be able to find someone local who can carry out those tasks competently and at a reasonable price.

Maybe worth looking for a Bosch Service Centre or something similarly branded?

Let us know how you get on

Cheers,   Trevor - Admin

Hi Sundeep...welcome to the forum!

I'm not entirely sure but I think they are an option on the Z4 as well

Let us know how you get on with acquiring a 1 series Beemer

Cheers   Trevor - Admin

Hi Vincent,

I believe the Vanos is a bit of a s*d to set up...and definitely worth using the special tools to set up the cams with.

Let us know how you get on with it

Cheers,  Trevor - Admin

Hi Andrew....welcome to the Club!

Glad you're enjoying your Beemer...is it fully loaded with options, manual or automatic transmission?

Good to have you onboard

Cheers,   Trevor - Admin

Hi Andy...welcome to the club!

Not entirely sure which component could be causing the noise but I wonder if any other members have experience this before.

Has it just started or has it been since something has been disturbed, say during work on the engine for example?

One other cause may be the Vanos system (if fitted)...and if so, maybe just a case of replacing the engine oil to quieten down...just a thought!

Cheers   Trevor - Admin

I would agree totally with Greydog with his diagnosis and rectification....great advice!

Generally, the first port of call with any electrical diagnosis is to start with the Battery and check it's condition. If you can get your Mechanic to carry out a Heavy Duty Discharge Test on it to determine the overall health of the battery and if it is dubious, replace it.

Let us know how you get on with it.

Cheers,   Trevor

Hi John

I can't imagine you have knocked any switches to bring about the problem.

Could be the boot lock solenoid has failed possibly. Does the lock solenoid make any noises when operating with the key?

Let us know how you get on with it.

Cheers   Trevor

Hi Dave....welcome to the Club!

How you getting on with the 730? 

Cheers   Trevor

Hi Denny...welcome to the Club!

The CI is a great car...do you have any pictures of it to upload?

Regards   Trevor

Hi Dave...

I think the only real solution is to find where the moisture is entering the headlamp and seal it before trying to dry it out.

Not sure the best way to do it, but maybe reseal the lens to body seal by applying silicon sealant externally around where the two parts join?

Anyone got any ideas?

Hi David

Certainly a case of better safe than sorry...money well spent in the long run I would imagine.

Did you notice any difference afterwards?  (apart from the lighter wallet)