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Forum: X ///M Forum 12-21-2009, 02:05 AM
Replies: 300
Views: 444,387
Posted By SeattleYates
Great shots - beautiful machines! :thumbup: Keep...

Great shots - beautiful machines! :thumbup: Keep 'em coming, guys!!!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-03-2007, 11:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,736
Posted By SeattleYates
We're lovin' the M5, and it goes like a rocket...

We're lovin' the M5, and it goes like a rocket (0-60 in 4.1 seconds)! :yikes: In fact, after many years of ticketless driving, I almost immediately picked up a substantial "performance award." :) ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-03-2007, 01:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,736
Posted By SeattleYates
I'm undecided on the X6 from the shots I've seen...

I'm undecided on the X6 from the shots I've seen - will have to wait and see it in person. Does anybody know if there are there any photos of it right next to an X5 for better comparison?

I just...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-19-2007, 04:49 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 11,170
Posted By SeattleYates
I guess that's right...somebody's always coming...

I guess that's right...somebody's always coming out with something bigger/faster, aren't they!? :confused:

Somebody who's a better driver than me (and used an optimal "launch" procedure) might be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-19-2007, 12:16 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 11,170
Posted By SeattleYates
I've driven a Cayenne Turbo, and I would have to...

I've driven a Cayenne Turbo, and I would have to agree that - because of the turbo - it is quicker than any stock X5. However, I added the Dinan S3 package (which includes supercharger) to my 2003...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-12-2007, 01:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,185
Posted By SeattleYates
I'm not sure what they're talking about regarding...

I'm not sure what they're talking about regarding your X5 getting faster as the X5's computer adapts, but I doubt that it does so. The shifting might adapt (i.e., shift at higher RPMs) if you start...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-12-2007, 01:44 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,615
Posted By SeattleYates
I like some of the interior mods, but I think the...

I like some of the interior mods, but I think the outside body work (huge front and rear piece) is hideous. As for the 510 hp, I think that's impressive, but it doesn't appear to have boosted...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-20-2007, 02:28 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,633
Posted By SeattleYates
I was only reporting MY experience. For the...

I was only reporting MY experience. For the first 38K, my overall average MPG with my 4.6is was almost exactly 13, with Hwy around 16 and city 11-12.

Others may drive differently and get better...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2007, 08:20 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,633
Posted By SeattleYates
Yep, Michelle, I really am! Just yesterday I was...

Yep, Michelle, I really am! Just yesterday I was merging onto a two-lane highway out in the forest, and a car and minivan both refused to let me in. About 15 seconds later, we hit a section (going...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2007, 04:22 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,633
Posted By SeattleYates
OK, another data update, now that I've had a...

OK, another data update, now that I've had a chance to put some highway miles on my newly supercharged 4.6is:

Highway MPG: 15 - 15.5 (about the same as stock)

City MPG: 10 (1-2mpg less than...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-17-2007, 04:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,735
Posted By SeattleYates
I can tell you that anti-brake-dust paste/wax...

I can tell you that anti-brake-dust paste/wax doesn't work worth crap. Amazing to me that a product can be marketed for a specific purpose, and make little (if any) difference! I suppose it might...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-12-2007, 03:13 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,633
Posted By SeattleYates
Yes, :iagree: Elle does ROCK! I was telling...

Yes, :iagree: Elle does ROCK! I was telling someone the other day that she is probably the single best overall retail service/sales person I have EVER dealt with...for ANY product or service!...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-12-2007, 02:13 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,633
Posted By SeattleYates
Good question; I'm not sure how magazines,...

Good question; I'm not sure how magazines, manufacturers, etc. decide on the single 0-60 times and other such stats they publish. I assume manufacturers try to use the "best" times (for obvious...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-12-2007, 12:49 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,633
Posted By SeattleYates
0-60mph in 5.2 seconds - same as Cayenne Turbo!

OK, gang, I have a little more performance data on the 4.6is S3. Using some advice from others regarding launching (see http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e53-forum/26885-best-way-launch-e53-x5.html ), I did...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-10-2007, 04:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,524
Posted By SeattleYates
Oops - I didn't mean to type "engine" - I meant...

Oops - I didn't mean to type "engine" - I meant the transmission. But your additional comments make sense.

The 4.6is (and 4.8is) supposedly have more heavy-duty transmissions than 3.0 and 4.4...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-10-2007, 04:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,524
Posted By SeattleYates
Very helpful post, JCL. From what you're saying,...

Very helpful post, JCL. From what you're saying, it sounds like it would be better to keep the X5 in S mode rather than downshifting manually, since presumably BMW's engineers have made the shock to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-10-2007, 04:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,917
Posted By SeattleYates
My '03 4.6is has 38K, and I've had no problems,...

My '03 4.6is has 38K, and I've had no problems, and - even prior to the Dinan S3 kit being put on recently - ran just like new. I love to drive it, whether around town or cross country (pulled a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-10-2007, 02:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,551
Posted By SeattleYates
Huh?...I'm confused by your answer. If it DOES...

Huh?...I'm confused by your answer. If it DOES sound like a good thing, then why DON'T you think I should be doing it anymore? Did you mean to write, "it doesn't sound like a good thing"?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2007, 02:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,579
Posted By SeattleYates
Wow - that is a beautiful rig! I love the Monaco...

Wow - that is a beautiful rig! I love the Monaco Blue (in fact, I've got an M5 on order, and that's the color I chose for it, too)! Congrats on the new ride! :thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-10-2007, 01:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,524
Posted By SeattleYates
Compression braking - good? bad? ugly?

I'm curious to hear opinions regarding the advisability of using compression braking. I'm not talking about during racing, but rather for everyday driving, i.e., when slowing down (instead of just...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-09-2007, 07:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,551
Posted By SeattleYates
Does that mean using manual mode and letting it...

Does that mean using manual mode and letting it intervene, rather than just using S mode, is harder on the car/transmission, or is OK because it lets you maximize RPMs WITHOUT damaging the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-09-2007, 01:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,551
Posted By SeattleYates
I haven't used the brake at all (to hold back...

I haven't used the brake at all (to hold back while starting to rev), but as for the gas pedal, I've found that putting it into S, then downshifting to first gear (i.e., in M), if you floor it, when...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-09-2007, 12:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,551
Posted By SeattleYates
Best way to launch an E53 X5?

What is the best way for optimal "launch" from dead stop with an X5?
Just floor it?
Use "S" mode?
Use manual mode and start in 1st gear?

I've got a 4.6is, but I'm guessing the same principles...
Forum: The Lounge 02-03-2007, 01:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,373
Posted By SeattleYates
This raises two important points: 1. Comfort...

This raises two important points:

1. Comfort is in the eye (or rather ear) of the beholder. I own both QC2 and QC3, and I actually find the QC3 more comfortable, even though I don't generally...
Forum: The Lounge 02-02-2007, 07:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,373
Posted By SeattleYates
Are the Bose QC3 worth the price or there is a...

Are the Bose QC3 worth the price or there is a cheaper option?

There's always a cheaper option (heck, if you just wanted an SUV, you coulda had a Ford Explorer!) ;) but I don't think there are...
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