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Originally Posted by Skyline
There is NO part of an X5 that makes it a good platform to start with, that was my only point. But I have NO doubt that you can make your X5 a decent off roader. Many of the weak points I already mentioned will be VERY hard and VERY expensive to overcome. I hope you have access to a good fabrication and machine shop, as you're going to need it. I do think it is cool to do, my comments are coming from the practicality side.
As far as how BMW tests them, that course is specifically designed to respect the limitations of the vehicle, and sure, I'd bet that it surprises some soccer moms as to it's capabilities. But I would bet money that none of the water holes take it to a depth past 18" to put the ABS module under water. Or have big rocks on a steep upgrade that would require a low range, etc. This does NOT reflect real world off-roading.
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I am not being practical. Never said I was. Still will have to disagree that there is nothing good for off road on the x5, but its ok for you to think that.
I have had someone ask me if my wife knew I had her suv out on the trails. I said yes and proceded to go thru everything without a problem. They were amazed to say the least. I thought the comment was a good one though....wifes suv...hilarious!
I do have a machine shop local. Also driveshaft shop. Welders . Im not thinking of doing it. I am doing it.
I have been on the off road course there. Have you? If you havent, then you might not want to assume.
The low gear is being taken care of.... and you may be surprised that that modification is not as expensive as you might think.
It has been in holes deeper than 18" and no abs issues. The key is to get out of the hole not stay in it for hours...lol. I will let you know when it fails. Then I will replace it.