Stranded in Bozeman MT...

Mphatik · #1 07-27-2010, 08:44 PM

Thanks guys. The internet at the hotel here was down (thunder storms) and is just now back up.

I have talked with my tech in Seattle (Strictly BMW indy) and ran through the basics with them (checking connections etc.) And got a few local contacts here. Auto Works (Tim Fountaine) is one of them but they were closed by the time I called them. The local Audi indy recommened Auto Stop, who did answer my call. They agree to 'see' the X in the morning, which isn't too bad for a cold call.

I found an O'Reily's to see about pulling out any codes but it's too far away. With the net back up, I'll look for something closer to the hotel.

Mphatik · #2 07-27-2010, 08:56 PM

...and, just to add a positive spin on this. Some (most) of the roads out here are absolutely fantastic and really display the prowess of the X5, or any nice road car for that matter. Today we drove secondary roads (mostly posted at 70 mph) from Whitefish to Bozeman (a little over 300 miles) and what a joy. The closest thing to driving in Germany that I have experienced. Great scenery too! But, look out for deer, they bounce out of the woods frequently!

Okay, back on the search engine… J

mgbmwx5 · #3 07-27-2010, 09:06 PM

I know what you mean about the roads, as I've driven in Bozeman on my way to Big Sky. At one time there wasn't a speed limit and it was like driving the Autobahn. Montana is wonderful! Good luck with the X5 and have fun! Please let us know how it works out for you.

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Originally Posted by Mphatik

...and, just to add a positive spin on this. Some (most) of the roads out here are absolutely fantastic and really display the prowess of the X5, or any nice road car for that matter. Today we drove secondary roads (mostly posted at 70 mph) from Whitefish to Bozeman (a little over 300 miles) and what a joy. The closest thing to driving in Germany that I have experienced. Great scenery too! But, look out for deer, they bounce out of the woods frequently!

Okay, back on the search engine… J

mgbmwx5 · #4 07-27-2010, 08:58 PM

Mark, based on past experience I always carry a code scanner with me, just in case, and a set of tools. My X5 only has about 70K miles on it, but you never know what could go wrong on the road. Let me know if you need any assistance, as I can call you and help you troubleshoot the problem. Send a PM any time and I'm here to help.
Good luck!
Mike