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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-07-2019, 08:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,050
Posted By fluid
The VIN is 5UXZV4C52CL751903. I doubt anyone...

The VIN is 5UXZV4C52CL751903. I doubt anyone looking will find it in this thread - is there another one where members consolidate this type of info?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-01-2019, 06:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,050
Posted By fluid
I hadn't planned any upgrades - maybe the black...

I hadn't planned any upgrades - maybe the black grill - but a moot point now ...

We were in an accident and the car is being deemed a total loss. Short lived, but we loved the E70. We're bummed;...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-17-2019, 08:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,050
Posted By fluid
The combo of location/low miles/warranty made it...

The combo of location/low miles/warranty made it an easy decision. I wouldn't buy one without the warranty. Even with low miles the age/weather begins to break down parts so I want to be covered.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-12-2019, 02:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,050
Posted By fluid
wildtt/kankou: thx - I also like the color combo....

wildtt/kankou: thx - I also like the color combo. I wasn't sure she'd want gray but she likes it quite a bit, especially the interior color.

ard: I was searching in a 500 mile vicinity so when...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-11-2019, 12:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,050
Posted By fluid
Just bought '12 X5

Picked up a 2012 x35i, w/47k miles with extended warranty for almost 3 more years. I'd been considering a replacement to my wife's MINI Countryman but had really been focusing more on the compact...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-29-2012, 03:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,639
Posted By fluid
iPhone

I just bought my wife the Dice Silverline Duo iPod/iPhone module. Cost ~ $160 and easy to install; or take it somewhere for $40 install. She loves it. You can play music through the steering wheel...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-29-2012, 12:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,955
Posted By fluid
I just installed it in my wife's X3 yesterday -...

I just installed it in my wife's X3 yesterday - no issues. I followed the video tutorial on Youtube: "DICE BMW iPod Kit Installation for X3: 1 of 4 Center Console."

Only change was I drilled a...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-09-2012, 12:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,955
Posted By fluid
Did you ever get this working? I'm thinking of...

Did you ever get this working? I'm thinking of ordering the Dice DUO for my wife's '05 X3. I prefer not to do a trunk mount since it would involve more wire routing. What's the point? The cable...
Forum: X1 (E84) Forum 01-31-2011, 01:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,246
Posted By fluid
Pic

Per my post above, here's my iPhone pics:
Forum: X1 (E84) Forum 01-30-2011, 11:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,246
Posted By fluid
I saw an X1 in Japan back in ~ August. I was in...

I saw an X1 in Japan back in ~ August. I was in a taxi so it was quick - but it said X1 (it was parked). I saw one at a Mall in Costa Rica yesterday and took a pic with my iPhone. It was a good...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-22-2009, 11:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,619
Posted By fluid
No hating here, just an honest question. I...

No hating here, just an honest question. I looked at the link above and it does look better, no doubt. But for better handling and looks, that's the space filled by the 3-series wagon. I'd prefer...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-18-2009, 07:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,619
Posted By fluid
Ground clearance is the design reason/purpose of...

Ground clearance is the design reason/purpose of an SUV. Why would you want to remove the design intention? That's sort of like lifting a sports car.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-18-2009, 07:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,578
Posted By fluid
I had the felt-treatment done by the dealer...

I had the felt-treatment done by the dealer several weeks ago. Now there's a loud thunk when i open the sunroof so I haven't used it. I need to get it back to the dealer but have just been too busy.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-11-2009, 03:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,773
Posted By fluid
I thought so, but I'm the type that likes to...

I thought so, but I'm the type that likes to verify terminology as different people may have different interpretations. Thx.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-11-2009, 02:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,773
Posted By fluid
I agree wtih your comments above. BTW -...

I agree wtih your comments above.

BTW - What is the definition of Sprung vs. Unsprung weight?
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-03-2009, 08:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,773
Posted By fluid
We consistently get about 19 mpg with mixed...

We consistently get about 19 mpg with mixed city/freeway driving. On a road trip it's about 23-24mpg.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-18-2009, 02:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,778
Posted By fluid
Valentine V1 Hardwire Install

I'd done this on my past M5 and it was a snap - there was only 1 green wire (carries 12V). When I opened up the panel in the headliner, the wires with the white plastic end was glued right to it so...
Forum: Navigation System 10-28-2008, 03:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,007
Posted By fluid
You also have a better Avatar:) Thanks for...

You also have a better Avatar:)

Thanks for the link, I'll check it out. I haven't bought our Nav yet, at the time i created this thread I had one on order but when I was told it was back ordered...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 10-14-2008, 06:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,516
Posted By fluid
That off-road package is cool. Mechanically it's...

That off-road package is cool. Mechanically it's not designed for rugged off-roading but for lighter, unpaved roads, it has to be one of the best solutions for on/off road vehicles.
Forum: Detailing Forum 10-07-2008, 12:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,256
Posted By fluid
So if this is a dumb question as I'm new to this...

So if this is a dumb question as I'm new to this ... but what is the "Infratech" and it's purpose???
Forum: Detailing Forum 10-06-2008, 09:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,588
Posted By fluid
wheels

I cleaned and applied Rejex to my wheels this weekend. I didn't take the wheels off, just a hand washing for the areas I could reach. I've used several other type of protectants in the past (wheel...
Forum: Detailing Forum 10-06-2008, 09:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,256
Posted By fluid
Outstanding! About how long did it take you from...

Outstanding! About how long did it take you from start to finish (and how many people)?

Absolutely amazing.
Forum: Detailing Forum 10-02-2008, 03:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,588
Posted By fluid
Rejex Cost

I paid $20. Since this was in the ballpark of what I was expecting, I didn't ask if there was a custom delivery fee or not.
Forum: Detailing Forum 09-29-2008, 08:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,588
Posted By fluid
I contacted Rejex directly to inquire about...

I contacted Rejex directly to inquire about distributors in my area and they also pointed me to True Value and noted that it will be in there warehouse if a specific store does not carry it. My...
Forum: Navigation System 09-29-2008, 07:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,007
Posted By fluid
Mounting Ext. Navigation over the Vent?

I just ordered a Garmin 880 and recently saw a picture here where someone mounted their portable nav on a center vent (pic attached). I can't seem to find the thread where I downloaded the picture -...
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