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Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 07-18-2007, 05:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,881
Posted By Rick in Prescott
" So far after 40 miles no transmission...

" So far after 40 miles no transmission problems".

You're kidding right? After 40 miles you didn't even burn 2 gallons of gas. We've got 37k on our 06 bought in april 06. Here's the list of...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 07-18-2007, 05:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,711
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Run what the factory says to run. there's more...

Run what the factory says to run. there's more than one reason to do so.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 06-27-2007, 12:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,343
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Mines fine but I do have a "Air Pump" getting...

Mines fine but I do have a "Air Pump" getting replaced on saturday. 1st thing to need attention in 36k miles. Now worries here. This X3 has been the most trouble free BMW I've ever owned.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 06-07-2007, 10:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,135
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Press and hold the music symbol on the radio...

Press and hold the music symbol on the radio while pressing and holding all 4 window switches down. With the other hand point your finger at the speedo and click your heals twice. That will keep you...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 06-07-2007, 10:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,463
Posted By Rick in Prescott
I use a cap of Murphy's Oil Soap in a 1/2 gallon...

I use a cap of Murphy's Oil Soap in a 1/2 gallon of water for all of my interior cleaning. You might give it a try.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-31-2007, 11:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,400
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Welcome. Yes, your transmission is "dropping" in...

Welcome. Yes, your transmission is "dropping" in to 1st gear. No worries
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-29-2007, 08:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,066
Posted By Rick in Prescott
I like it. Getting a new car is so fun. Nice...

I like it. Getting a new car is so fun. Nice combo. I won't get my next BMW without Nav
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-17-2007, 05:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,507
Posted By Rick in Prescott
White smoke is usually an indicator of a blown...

White smoke is usually an indicator of a blown head gasket or cracked head (burning coolant). Blue smoke would be oil. Our 00 328 started to use oil but in fact the oil was entering in to the coolant...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-17-2007, 02:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,507
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Mine didn't do that either. I think I might of...

Mine didn't do that either. I think I might of added about 1/2 a qt before I did the first change at 7500 miles. After that, I've never had to add oil between changes.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-02-2007, 10:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,630
Posted By Rick in Prescott
I believe the system measures the rpm of each...

I believe the system measures the rpm of each tire through the abs system. Once a tire starts turning at a different speed (faster) the alarm is sent.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-02-2007, 10:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,078
Posted By Rick in Prescott
I'm using the internal rack that mounts on the...

I'm using the internal rack that mounts on the floor rails. Got it off eBay. It was short a couple of bits but I fabricated a few here in the shop and it works great.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-12-2007, 01:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,920
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Vern, that really looks nice. Can you send the...

Vern, that really looks nice. Can you send the info as well. Thanks in advance. You're X3 is the same color as mine. Very very nice mod.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-12-2007, 01:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 20,958
Posted By Rick in Prescott
I just bought a Plenio 7" GPS from Costco online...

I just bought a Plenio 7" GPS from Costco online for 414.00 express delivery included. It'll fit right in the little sunglass cubby on the dash perfectly. It's portable so I can also take it in the...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-11-2007, 01:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,920
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Try reading this maybe it'll help ...

Try reading this maybe it'll help
http://www.x3world.com/frequently-asked-questions.html?s=&do=search&q=picture&match=all&titlesonly=0
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-11-2007, 12:34 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 28,842
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Very, very nice. I'd leave it alone.

Very, very nice. I'd leave it alone.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-11-2007, 12:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,920
Posted By Rick in Prescott
If you could post a picture we could see how they...

If you could post a picture we could see how they look.
Forum: Detailing Forum 04-06-2007, 10:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,317
Posted By Rick in Prescott
I've used Zaino leather in a bottle but Murphy's...

I've used Zaino leather in a bottle but Murphy's really works great and it very inexpensive. The Zaino product took to long to apply and I didn't like the finish on the leather when done.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-02-2007, 11:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,832
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Vern, you got mail!

Vern, you got mail!
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-01-2007, 11:33 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,832
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Vern you might want to be careful about calling...

Vern you might want to be careful about calling me a liar. I drive with a light foot for the most part. I do get 22 on my average driving between light hiway and mild city driving. I live in a...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-30-2007, 10:51 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,832
Posted By Rick in Prescott
If I had to pick one and stay with the one car...

If I had to pick one and stay with the one car family setup like we have currently, I'd go X3. Great lease rates, very versatile, does everything a sedan will do, (almost) and I'm guessing for 99% of...
Forum: Detailing Forum 03-22-2007, 07:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,622
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Me too! Toro electric. Saves time and gets that...

Me too! Toro electric. Saves time and gets that pesky water outta those seams and openings where a towel can't go. I even blow out the inside of the car. Gets out dirt and dust where your vacuum will...
Forum: Detailing Forum 03-22-2007, 07:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,317
Posted By Rick in Prescott
I've used Murphy's oil soap and warm water for...

I've used Murphy's oil soap and warm water for years. About 2 caps of oil soap to a 1/2 gallon of warm water. One microfiber towel for the wash and one for the dry off. Works on all surfaces with no...
Forum: Detailing Forum 03-22-2007, 07:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,455
Posted By Rick in Prescott
I use Z5 and ZFX all the time, no problems at all.

I use Z5 and ZFX all the time, no problems at all.
Forum: Detailing Forum 03-22-2007, 07:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,601
Posted By Rick in Prescott
All Zaino (z5 is the polish of choice) on the...

All Zaino (z5 is the polish of choice) on the outside except for Rain-X on the glass.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-20-2007, 07:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,649
Posted By Rick in Prescott
Cool site?? Looks like X3world in german. It's an...

Cool site?? Looks like X3world in german. It's an answer for a question never asked.
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