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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-25-2015, 10:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,706
Posted By macming
I have a set of new oem front and rear brake pads...

I have a set of new oem front and rear brake pads for sale if you want to save some money. I like BMW oem pads and I run them on my M3 and X5 because they have great cold bite.


Sent from my...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-28-2015, 10:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,965
Posted By macming
I'm interested to know what ended up being the...

I'm interested to know what ended up being the problem. My X5 hasn't been overly reliable either :(


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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-25-2015, 12:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 28,459
Posted By macming
How do you remove DVDs? My wife's car is having...

How do you remove DVDs? My wife's car is having high battery drain issues as well.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-07-2015, 11:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,280
Posted By macming
What is this plug?

I'm curious what this female hex plug is besides the engine oil drain plug circled in red. Does it have anything to do with the transfer case?
...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-07-2015, 12:44 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 35,519
Posted By macming
Great write up! If you replaced the tranny fluid,...

Great write up! If you replaced the tranny fluid, did you get a new transmission pan as well? I'm trying to plan out this service for my X.

Also, I noticed a 14mm plug on the bottom of the engine...
Forum: BMW SAV Items Wanted to Buy 04-26-2013, 11:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 573
Posted By macming
WTB: 2011 X5 3.5i exhaust tip

I lost an exhaust tip today. Looking for a replacement.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-15-2013, 11:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,501
Posted By macming
I had to take the piggyback off the car due to...

I had to take the piggyback off the car due to the fact the car was due for inspection I, an oil change and a new alarm module. All in all, I drove around with the X5 is stock mode for a few weeks....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-11-2013, 09:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,192
Posted By macming
Looks good! I went from OEM 19s to OEM 214s with...

Looks good! I went from OEM 19s to OEM 214s with Dunlop Sportmax run flats. The X5 looks worlds better with the fat tires.

You could use a wider fender flare though.

As far as alignment go,...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-11-2013, 09:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,592
Posted By macming
I got into the shop today, and we determined that...

I got into the shop today, and we determined that the wish bone was bent by 3/4". It definitely is a culprit and I have a new one coming. I bought the X5 used with low miles, so it's likely the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-25-2013, 12:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,592
Posted By macming
Likewise! I have Vorschlag camber plates on my...

Likewise! I have Vorschlag camber plates on my M3, so maybe I'm spoiled by the easy camber adjustment lol.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-24-2013, 08:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,592
Posted By macming
My mechanic said I need the one that is -30mm :)...

My mechanic said I need the one that is -30mm :) I'll keep everyone posted. Here is the results of my original alignment. Keep in mind the front end was not adjusted.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-22-2013, 03:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,592
Posted By macming
Some links of front suspension parts ...

Some links of front suspension parts

RealOEM.com * BMW E70N X5 35iX Frnt axle support,wishbone/tension strut (http://realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=ZV43&mospid=52206&btnr=31_0789&hg=31&fg=05)...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-22-2013, 02:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,592
Posted By macming
I have Vorschlag camber plates for my E46 M3, but...

I have Vorschlag camber plates for my E46 M3, but the E70 X5 doesn't have the same type of suspension setup. AFAIK the only way to adjust front camber is using another camber arm, but I'm not sure if...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-22-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,592
Posted By macming
Positive Camber!

I got an alignment last week, and my front left side had -0.6 degrees and right side had +0.5 degrees. The outer edge of the right tire is tearing at spots due to the positive camber.

I did a bit...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-01-2013, 09:30 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 43,195
Posted By macming
What size rivets should I use? I'm looking to...

What size rivets should I use? I'm looking to swap fender flares with a coworker :) Also, how many should I purchase? I counted 8 per flare, so I figured 40 per car to be safe. I did manage to find...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-18-2013, 08:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,179
Posted By macming
Call vorschlag. Their camber plates use...

Call vorschlag. Their camber plates use configurable parts so they may have something that'll work!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-18-2013, 08:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,179
Posted By macming
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-18-2013, 08:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,179
Posted By macming
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-04-2013, 02:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 979
Posted By macming
Thanks for the very informative reply! I have a...

Thanks for the very informative reply! I have a set of OEM 18s for winter, so I should be OK. I'm a little curious why you mentioned that I may get tired of the 214s. Would the ride quality be too...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-03-2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 979
Posted By macming
Wheel Trade, what's a fair price?

So my coworker has a set of 214s with the stock Dunlops that has maybe 100 miles on them. I have a set of 334s with 7/32" tread left on the stock Bridgestones. What do you guys think would be a fair...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-02-2013, 06:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,858
Posted By macming
What wheels do I have? I went through the list...

What wheels do I have? I went through the list but couldn't find it.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-18-2012, 11:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,501
Posted By macming
Thanks for the correction! I've updated my first...

Thanks for the correction! I've updated my first post with the correct information :thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-18-2012, 04:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,501
Posted By macming
I had to take the piggyback off the car due to...

I had to take the piggyback off the car due to the fact the car was due for inspection I, an oil change and a new alarm module. All in all, I drove around with the X5 is stock mode for a few weeks....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-18-2012, 04:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,501
Posted By macming
Burger Tuning N55 Stage 1 Tune - 2011 X5 3.5i

I acquired a 2011 X5 with a 3L engine a few months back, and just by sheer coincidence, I walked into a deal that allowed me to install and document the install process of the N55 Stage 1 tune from...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-28-2012, 08:54 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,351
Posted By macming
Looks good! How many bulbs did you have to get...

Looks good! How many bulbs did you have to get per side?
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