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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-08-2009, 11:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,213
Posted By HaroldC
I recently went back and plasti-dipped the front...

I recently went back and plasti-dipped the front kidneys after I had painted them flat black. There were tons of chips. I just sprayed the plasti-dip over the paint and no problems so far. I did...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-18-2009, 11:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,118
Posted By HaroldC
the 6er (e63/64) and 7er (e65/66) also had the...

the 6er (e63/64) and 7er (e65/66) also had the ring.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-16-2009, 08:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,320
Posted By HaroldC
While I guess congrats are in order here. ...

While I guess congrats are in order here.

But if you got a land rover in hopes that it will be more reliable than a bmw, when then good luck to you. :dunno:

I know, we've been through a '89...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-10-2009, 05:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,999
Posted By HaroldC
They're giving you a bunch of BS. The front and...

They're giving you a bunch of BS. The front and rear shocks can only be installed in one location. Yes, the strut holes on the front strut tower are slotted so you can have a little play in camber...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-05-2009, 11:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,002
Posted By HaroldC
Don't drive with the wheels. The wheel will...

Don't drive with the wheels. The wheel will vibrate, a lot. Extended use will cause excess wear on the hubs and uneven wear on the tires.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-05-2009, 11:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,471
Posted By HaroldC
Wow, that was one expensive brake flush.

Wow, that was one expensive brake flush.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-04-2009, 06:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 23,720
Posted By HaroldC
Ronal and Borbet make wheels for a few OE...

Ronal and Borbet make wheels for a few OE applications, as well as some aftermarket. My front Hartge 21" Classic 2s were made by Ronal and the rears were made by Borbet.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-03-2009, 02:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,278
Posted By HaroldC
It's not only the tread pattern, but the actual...

It's not only the tread pattern, but the actual rubber compound is different for winter tires vs summer tires. Winter tires have a compound that is still pliable in the cold whereas summer tires...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-03-2009, 01:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,278
Posted By HaroldC
Your salesman is incorrect. Performance in snow...

Your salesman is incorrect. Performance in snow and ice is dependent on the tires, not the size of the wheels. The reason why your e39 was terrible in the snow with the new 18" wheels was that they...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-03-2009, 01:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,941
Posted By HaroldC
The active steering doesn't counter steer for...

The active steering doesn't counter steer for you. The only mechanical operation of active steering is a change of steering rack ratio. It will compensate if you over correct by reducing the ratio.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-24-2009, 06:59 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,573
Posted By HaroldC
Nice cars:thumbup: Makes me miss my M5........

Nice cars:thumbup:

Makes me miss my M5.....
http://members.roadfly.com/haroldc/e60m5_hartge_a.jpg
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-11-2009, 08:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,884
Posted By HaroldC
With the latest software, the steering wheel no...

With the latest software, the steering wheel no longer moves when you turn the ignition off.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-31-2009, 09:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,893
Posted By HaroldC
I'm getting the 'parking brake malfunction' error...

I'm getting the 'parking brake malfunction' error message even though the parking brake works and releases fine.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-30-2009, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,893
Posted By HaroldC
The new firmware doesn't do much in terms of the...

The new firmware doesn't do much in terms of the parking brake. I'm still having a problem with mine after it got upgraded to the latest firmware (Dec '08). It's going in again this monday for the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-29-2009, 09:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,618
Posted By HaroldC
You're going to find very limited options for the...

You're going to find very limited options for the e70 right now. This may improve over time, but it's just going to be a waiting game to see who develops anything for the X5.

H&R and Eibach have...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-28-2009, 11:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,843
Posted By HaroldC
No, the angle and shape of the opening in the...

No, the angle and shape of the opening in the bumpers are different.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-22-2009, 06:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,087
Posted By HaroldC
The fact that all of those lights are on is not a...

The fact that all of those lights are on is not a good sign. There could be a huge number of reasons why they are on, and they might not be related. Which means the ABS light may have nothing to do...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-17-2009, 09:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 16,119
Posted By HaroldC
Pretty simple procedure. 3.0: In engine...

Pretty simple procedure.

3.0:
In engine bay:
1. remove intake neck and unclip the top of the air filter housing. (to expose the oil filter cap, covered by intake neck)
2. unscrew oil filter...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-16-2009, 10:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,087
Posted By HaroldC
BTW - working on that motor is not going to be...

BTW - working on that motor is not going to be cheap. I know of a few people knowledgeable enough, but at that point it might be better finding a replacement engine. There's no telling what the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-16-2009, 10:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,087
Posted By HaroldC
I need more background on the car in order to try...

I need more background on the car in order to try to diagnose the problem. Here are few questions:

1. You mentioned that the car no longer has the factory warranty due to 'water damage'. What...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-16-2009, 09:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,127
Posted By HaroldC
There are only one set of cats on US cars,...

There are only one set of cats on US cars, mounted on the headers. We do have a pair of resonators after the headers before the muffler, but no secondary cats.

I know it was a mod on the e53 to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-16-2009, 09:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,503
Posted By HaroldC
Me too. The RF's for some reason are prone to...

Me too. The RF's for some reason are prone to nails. Or it's just me, when I drive the X5. :dunno:

I actually have both rears plugged. Got a nail/screw in each one. Dealership obviously said to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-16-2009, 02:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,503
Posted By HaroldC
Yes, which why you need to set it.

Yes, which why you need to set it.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-15-2009, 11:49 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 39,244
Posted By HaroldC
I didn't post after I swapped out the cut springs...

I didn't post after I swapped out the cut springs to the regular H&R springs on the 1.2" (claimed) drop. The drop was more like 1.75" which would be fine, but again the car kept hitting the bump...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-15-2009, 12:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,069
Posted By HaroldC
I knew it! Should I go and ask my dealership for...

I knew it! Should I go and ask my dealership for the recall?
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