Funf Dreisig AG releases 'must have' X5 accessory!

[JCL]

While I appreciate the humour, would it not be an option to just purchase the custom-designed spring-assist strut that BMW install in this vehicle in other markets? (As Weasel suggests, and which other owners seem to have done?) I am sure if BMW NA was able to charge world prices for this vehicle in North America, they would be more likely to fully equip the vehicle with features such as this that they have already designed and sourced. Since they can't, you get a decontented version. You may even have the spring bracket already, from reading the posts above.

Item 5 is a gas pressurized spring, part number 51476980060, $57.09
Item 6 is a spring bracket, part number 51479138212, $10.17

All info from Real OEM.

[KYZRSOSE]

I see no reason why we should buy this from BMW. It's very clear that BMW see's no reason why to allow us to access our spare/tools in a convienent manner.

Therefore, its up to companies like Funf AG to research & develop alternative methods to combat the superior engineering that BMW has shown in this department.

The shorter answer to your comment...yup - much easier. But clearly not as fun as pointing out the stupidity/cost budgeting crisis at BMW.

[FunfDreisig]

Originally Posted by JCL

...would it not be an option to just purchase the custom-designed spring-assist strut that BMW install in this vehicle in other markets? (As Weasel suggests, and which other owners seem to have done?)....

Rational thought is the cumgrudgen of creative minds. We here at Funf Dreisig AG don't let such thoughts enter our pretty little heads while developing innovative cost effective solutions to life's little problems.

Besides some of us are stubborn Germans both in real life and on the net. So the very idea that BMW would leave out a vital part in order to save $67.26 - IOW less than 0.11666% - on the sale of a roughly $60,000 vehicle gets our lederhausen in a twist.

Now that we have put all that time/effort into R&D and testing a very workable solution, I wouldn't even consider buying the OEM strut. Besides it's going to be a constant source of enjoyment for me to show off the Funf Dreisig AG Cargo Bay Prop for Dummies special edition, emblazoned with the BMW slogan - "Saving .11666% was worth making this guy really, really mad".

Funf Dreiisg

[JCL]

Originally Posted by FunfDreisig

Rational thought is the cumgrudgen of creative minds.

Fair enough. At least you didn't call me a curmudgeon.

BTW, what is a cumgrudgen? Must be a neat word, since it achieves the rare distinction of getting a single solitary hit on Google (which hasn't caught up to xoutpost threads of today).

[Weasel]

How much is it to buy the OEM hydrolic ram (like a hood shock) that mounts in the front center of the cargo floor? I've worked on a few E70s with that installed and it amkes it sooo nice!

[Michelle]

Funf Dreisg is a funny dude.

[jeep]

It's a great design, I already see multiple uses for the "device" when it is not propping up the cover

[Roadster]

is this must-have item available in space gray?
If so, I want to swap my gas strut for this excellent piece of German Engineering
will ship overseas if needed

[Bozz]

Can I have one smooth and pre-oiled, is there a rubber fitting on the end so that it doesn't put marks on the fabric whilst fitting it in place.

[Edge647]

Originally Posted by Bozz

Can I have one smooth and pre-oiled, is there a rubber fitting on the end so that it doesn't put marks on the fabric whilst fitting it in place.

I'm scared to ask what the Quality Control process would be for this one