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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-08-2016, 04:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,686
Posted By Alex35X
I certainly wouldn't call it a deal. The...

I certainly wouldn't call it a deal. The alternative is to buy the whole panel for ~$100, or deal with it.

I also bought the outer plastic trim, since mine was broken (as seen in pics), coming...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-01-2016, 09:31 PM
Replies: 17,636
Views: 3,747,082
Posted By Alex35X
Got some replacement retainer clips from Amazon...

Got some replacement retainer clips from Amazon after noticing 3/4 missing:
Amazon.com: 25 BMW Bumper Trim Retainers Clips Series 3 5 & 7 51-11-8-174-185: Automotive...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2016, 10:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,686
Posted By Alex35X
Yeah, I thought about it. I always end up buying...

Yeah, I thought about it. I always end up buying stuff like that and then it just sits around not being used. Hopefully no other buttons break and the $25 one time investment pans out.

I read...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2016, 09:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,686
Posted By Alex35X
Climate Control A/C button fixed - easy and affordable

My 'Colder' button was broken, falling out easily

Via ebay mobile I bought a replacement button - looked okay on their poor quality pics on the eBay listing - and all positive feedback. Those...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-05-2015, 09:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,557
Posted By Alex35X
Thanks everyone for info. I ordered the one I...

Thanks everyone for info. I ordered the one I linked, along with the BT adapter.

I will post up a couple pics of the install if anyone else needs info.

Thanks again.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-26-2015, 11:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,557
Posted By Alex35X
Auxilary Audi Jack w/ Business Cd - want to order

Hi, just to make sure before I place order, if anyone can chime in:

I have 2004 with business cd, no navigation. Looks like:
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y264/BMWg84/Installed.jpg

I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-14-2015, 07:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,111
Posted By Alex35X
But then you don't get that sweet sweet...

But then you don't get that sweet sweet satisfaction from doing it yourself!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-14-2015, 12:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,111
Posted By Alex35X
These are not identical to the old one. I also...

These are not identical to the old one. I also ordered these in addition to the ones I ordered from Alibaba. Like mentioned, the leads are not in the right place. You can modify it and do additional...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2015, 11:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,111
Posted By Alex35X
These are the correct batteries, and this is the...

These are the correct batteries, and this is the same listing from which I bought them with no problem.

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Rechargeable-Battery-for-BMW-Remote-Key-2pcs/1890632831.html...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-08-2015, 03:16 PM
Replies: 17,636
Views: 3,747,082
Posted By Alex35X
Could you please give a rough idea of cost for...

Could you please give a rough idea of cost for doing this? I am thinking it is very straight forward, like changing the struts on any vehicle. Any custom work needed?

Do the X5s with air...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-06-2015, 08:59 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 24,719
Posted By Alex35X
Arizona: German Autotec 480-921-9700 ...

Arizona:

German Autotec
480-921-9700
2330 W. Main St.
Mesa, AZ 85201

Family owned shop, in West Mesa, in business since 1986. Great reviews.
German Autotec Home - German Autotec AZ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-02-2015, 11:34 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 9,642
Posted By Alex35X
To me, carrying a gun is no different than...

To me, carrying a gun is no different than carrying a spare tire and a couple wrenches.

I don't leave my house thinking "I am afraid of those nails on the highway. I must protect myself at all...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-01-2015, 10:49 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 9,642
Posted By Alex35X
Since this post is seriously off track from the...

Since this post is seriously off track from the broken X5...Only one more!

Full auto suppressed Uzi 9mm
http://i58.tinypic.com/2z99y05.png
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-01-2015, 10:20 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 9,642
Posted By Alex35X
Sometimes that is all you can say! TiAgX5 -...

Sometimes that is all you can say!

TiAgX5 - thanks. I personalty have some Ranger T's in my guns.

Where do you guys think I could conceal this Benelli M4? :D

http://i58.tinypic.com/mt9et1.jpg
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-01-2015, 07:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,824
Posted By Alex35X
Sorry, previous message was from my phone. So...

Sorry, previous message was from my phone. So painful typing on it sometimes (I was tipsy at the pool).

So, try this video out. Basically the batteries are "lifetime" - so BMW wants to sell you a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-01-2015, 05:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,824
Posted By Alex35X
If you search for posts I made, I posted in "what...

If you search for posts I made, I posted in "what did you do to your x5 Today." you need to swap the battery and thrn do a simple reprogram of the remote. Only tools needed are exact knife and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-01-2015, 03:47 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 9,642
Posted By Alex35X
Many people mistake hollow points as "evil". In...

Many people mistake hollow points as "evil". In fact, they are much safer for personal defense. Because of their design, the bullet stops quickly. Energy is dissipated into the target. These bullets...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-29-2015, 07:52 PM
Replies: 17,636
Views: 3,747,082
Posted By Alex35X
Also, if anyone is interested, apparently this is...

Also, if anyone is interested, apparently this is the correct battery for the keys. I bought a different one on amazon and the little pieces on the battery are not in the correct orientation so you...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-29-2015, 07:18 PM
Replies: 17,636
Views: 3,747,082
Posted By Alex35X
Got my radio back from pixel repair. Looks great....

Got my radio back from pixel repair. Looks great. Total cost $118, quick removal/install and 5 days mailing back/forth.

http://i60.tinypic.com/28irksj.jpg

Used these guys:
BMW MID Multi...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-29-2015, 01:01 AM
Replies: 17,636
Views: 3,747,082
Posted By Alex35X
If you turn the car on, let it get to normal...

If you turn the car on, let it get to normal temp, then turn on the A/C, I believe the aux fan should just come on immediately. It may even come on directly with the a/c button on. Go out, open the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-29-2015, 12:59 AM
Replies: 17,636
Views: 3,747,082
Posted By Alex35X
I don't think the heater would stop working...

I don't think the heater would stop working because of AUX fan. If anything, the heater would work better if the coolant is hotter. I noticed my car will operate at normal coolant temp while driving...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-27-2015, 11:44 PM
Replies: 17,636
Views: 3,747,082
Posted By Alex35X
Bought a new Aux Fan Assembly. This price is a...

Bought a new Aux Fan Assembly. This price is a lot better than anything else I could find, they sell a lot of them with good reviews. :dunno:

00 06 BMW x5 E53 AC Radiator Cooling Auxiliary Air Fan...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2015, 01:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,070
Posted By Alex35X
I probably should have asked you guys for advice,...

I probably should have asked you guys for advice, but I was anxious to get started. I used this company. $109 for non-nav repair.

I saw kits for sale online for $50 or so, but I didn't want to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2015, 01:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,070
Posted By Alex35X
I did. Also I personally know the previous owner....

I did. Also I personally know the previous owner. He's a family friend and owned the car since nearly new.

I just sent in my non-nav radio for pixel/ribbon repair. Doing some fluid changes, power...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2015, 01:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,070
Posted By Alex35X
This X5 was not involved in a crash. Someone (not...

This X5 was not involved in a crash. Someone (not me) stepped on the plastic while it was on the floor during a service.

I'm excited to be in a X5. Had an e39 and e36, regretted selling both....
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