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03-11-2010, 08:11 AM
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M3 to X5
Hey All,
First post here and wanted to thank you all in advance for all the great posts here. I've been lurking a while and figured it's time to sign up. I just traded in my '04 M3 convertible for a '06 X5 4.4. I had a hard time giving up the "M" but I needed the extra room and I hope I got the need for speed out of my system. Lovin the new ride. All I want to do is upgrade to 20" wheels (not sure if those fit the stock 4.4) and I also want to add running boards. Not sure if I want the stock BMW brushed boards or a much cheaper version off fleabay. I'll have to see if anything has been posted on this. 
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03-11-2010, 09:32 AM
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First of all, Welcome!
As for the wheels, you can buy OEM 20" wheels. Most would be from the 4.8is or 4.6is version of the vehicle. They will definitely fit, and they will also look great. As for running boards, do not, i repeat, do not buy those cheesy ones from ebay. If you do take the ebay route, make sure that they are OEM running boards and not from a different manufacturer. The "look-a-likes" look like garbage. The OEM running boards are going to run you upwards of 600. May I suggest ordering them from Morristown BMW in Morristown, NJ. The link i'm posting is Morristown BMWs ebay link for the running boards. BMW E53 X5 Brushed Aluminum Running Boards - OEM - BNIB : eBay Motors (item 120453928205 end time Mar-27-10 09:56:31 PDT) There is also a DIY on how to install them, it looks a tad complicated, but if you have any mechanical mind in you, i'm sure it would not be that bad. Anyway, looking forward to pictures, good luck with your X5! EDIT: here is the link for Running Board Installation: http://www.xoutpost.com/articles/x5/...tallation.html
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03-12-2010, 12:36 PM
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03-12-2010, 12:44 PM
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You will definitely miss the M......Welcome
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03-15-2010, 10:45 PM
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[QUOTE=Naz24;721699]First of all, Welcome!
.................................................. .......As for running boards, do not, i repeat, do not buy those cheesy ones from ebay. If you do take the ebay route, make sure that they are OEM running boards and not from a different manufacturer. The "look-a-likes" look like garbage........................................... .. Naz is spot on with that call. Try the Search option and look up "Ekval, running boards", he is a forum member in far off Norway with a very nice black X. Man, he went through a rough deal with his after market side steps/running boards. Good luck and oh yeah, welcome.
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03-11-2010, 11:25 AM
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Congrates man! We can toss the glasses, its not that we are happy for finally letting off your "M" but "X" experience comes with even more goodies, in 4.4 speed is in there!.... as for advice NAZ said it all.
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03-11-2010, 11:42 AM
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Welcome friend, I have been enjoying MY X for a couple of weeks now. This forum is great, and you will love all the information here.. congrats again...
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03-11-2010, 12:50 PM
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03-12-2010, 02:39 PM
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coming from a M3 coupe, you'll miss it, but there's something to a relaxed ride and less worry when hitting bumps/potholes.
I swear I would tense up and cringe whenever I see any break in the concrete. Having the car lowered, not having any issues with 19" BBS RGR's made me a believer in premium wheel companies.
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