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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-09-2009, 01:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,752
Posted By vgbyn
I to was in the same situation before buying my...

I to was in the same situation before buying my X5 4.8.
I found the range RRsport had its good things but it did not like the feel and price in comparison. found the X5 sportier inside, outside and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-30-2009, 02:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,399
Posted By vgbyn
Hi y5choi, I will keep you posted when this...

Hi y5choi,
I will keep you posted when this door acts up but I hardly use that door.
It will probably go way when it gets warmer. If its broken I ll just have to bring it to the dealer (warranty)...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-29-2009, 06:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,399
Posted By vgbyn
thankx for the tip apw2607. ? will it reset all...

thankx for the tip apw2607.
? will it reset all settings ( phone speed dial, etc ) If I do this ?

? for y5choi.
I do have comfort access on my X5 and sometimes one of door (rear right...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-29-2009, 12:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,399
Posted By vgbyn
Hi y5choi, Thanks for the tip. I...

Hi y5choi,

Thanks for the tip.
I actuallay realize that I have an Ipod attached to the front lighter socket and a phone charger attached on the glovebox socket.
That may be a possible thing...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-28-2009, 07:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,399
Posted By vgbyn
Wink Clock reseting --:--

:dunno:
I have the same issue with just the clock setting only at __-__, this winter when the temp reached -20 to -30 and and is been at that state when i start every time, there is a cold snap...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-28-2009, 07:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,133
Posted By vgbyn
previously posted clocked reset issue

I previously posted about the clock reset issue.
IT happent to me again and gave me a warning message and I think this could be the source of the the lock reseting.
I starting that there was a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-16-2009, 12:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,133
Posted By vgbyn
Wink Clock resetting at 0

I have the same issue with just the clock setting only at __-__, this winter when the temp reached -20 to -30 and and is been at that state when i start every time, there is a cold snap where i am...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-01-2008, 07:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,426
Posted By vgbyn
Reasons why I did not opt for the running boards ...

Reasons why I did not opt for the running boards

:confused: Did not look stream line with the dotted surface

:dunno: Would probably be hard to keep clean with the uneven surface

:( I not...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-17-2007, 05:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,196
Posted By vgbyn
Blind spot

Has anyone noticed a blind spot when viewing through driver side mirror?
I have noticed this when driving in slow traffic
Is it probably the mirrors are not convexed or my sitting position/hieght,...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-03-2007, 04:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 975
Posted By vgbyn
I did not need/get TPM sensors and did not get...

I did not need/get TPM sensors and did not get any errors. I probably have to reset the FTM but since the wheel were the same Overall size I left it for my Summer setting when I put it back
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-03-2007, 03:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 975
Posted By vgbyn
They are great, I had a similar type on a Honda...

They are great, I had a similar type on a Honda once and it handle great even on the hiway. I also hardly hear any road noise they are as quiet as my summer tires.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-02-2007, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 975
Posted By vgbyn
There no spacers but I had to get the hub milled...

There no spacers but I had to get the hub milled ID 46.4mm to fit flush with the disc, also the offset of the wheel was 40mm
I just have enough clearance with the calipers and rim weights.
I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-02-2007, 07:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 975
Posted By vgbyn
I just got 1200 kms on my X5 and hopefully it...

I just got 1200 kms on my X5 and hopefully it takes the canadian weather
I know there is a lot of electronics in the car, crossing my fingers
Ottawa (valley) is the second coldest capital is the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-02-2007, 02:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 975
Posted By vgbyn
Canadian winter wheels setup

Finally installed and enjoying it after all the hassle of getting aftermarket set
18 x 8.5 Beyern 5 with Michelin latitude HP (zero pressure/run flats)
paid $700.00 cdn less than BMW package.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-28-2007, 11:01 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,004
Posted By vgbyn
So far so good since Nov 2, Havent driven it...

So far so good since Nov 2,
Havent driven it since the snow fell 10 days, miss driving it, still waiting for my winter wheels due this week.

PRO'S
- Comfort access, very convenient
- Soft...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-28-2007, 10:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,977
Posted By vgbyn
IMO Tabacco is well matched with the rest of the...

IMO Tabacco is well matched with the rest of the black interior trim.
I believe it is one of the colors (with black, grey, beige) that is color matched with the carpets and most of the interior...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-15-2007, 01:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 748
Posted By vgbyn
Info re> Winter wheel pakage (Canadian)

I am just about ready to buy a set of winter wheels for my X5 4.8 w/sport 20s.
I was informed that you have to intall sensors so that you would not get the warning light to go on the dash and can...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-09-2007, 10:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,718
Posted By vgbyn
It is factory privacy glass. I also like that...

It is factory privacy glass. I also like that greenish tint as well.
I dont intend to have tint film installed for maintenance reasons
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-09-2007, 02:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,718
Posted By vgbyn
Thanks for the comments so far. Another reson...

Thanks for the comments so far.
Another reson for the re-badge is to have a better focal point with the options of the X5 (4.8> tail pipe, 20s and engine):thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-09-2007, 01:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,718
Posted By vgbyn
Rebadged X5 4.8

After recieving My X5 4.8 last week, I had debadged it to have a cleaner and personalized look. Then I decided to rebadge it in different way to have a personal preferance. Comments anyone?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-06-2007, 02:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,114
Posted By vgbyn
At the time my X5 was being built in October it...

At the time my X5 was being built in October it was not available.
I really wanted to have that option. Any body knows if it is installable after build.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-04-2007, 06:44 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,738
Posted By vgbyn
Thanx denalio

Thanx denalio
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-04-2007, 06:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,212
Posted By vgbyn
Hey Mkar, I just got my X5 4.8 space grey, same...

Hey Mkar,
I just got my X5 4.8 space grey, same color as yours.
I to like debadging, I have been doing that to all my cars.
It is so much cleaner and easier to wash/clean/wax.
I have debadged my...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-04-2007, 06:04 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,738
Posted By vgbyn
Hi NYND, I glad you noticed the missing sport...

Hi NYND,
I glad you noticed the missing sport button.
I was actually looking for that as part of the sport package but before running to the dealer I verified with the brochure.
I think that the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-04-2007, 02:08 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,738
Posted By vgbyn
Here is the link to dealerfit.com describing the...

Here is the link to dealerfit.com describing the wheel style 209 that I like for winter setup with michelin run flats.
http://bmw.dealerfit.com/store/bmw-x5-alloy-wheels-prod1389_20456.php...
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