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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-28-2010, 04:12 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 19,024
Posted By CaliColin
Please understand and accept that software of any...

Please understand and accept that software of any kind can most definitely behave in unpredictable ways under specific conditions. The more complex and poorly written the code, the more likely you...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2010, 09:22 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 19,024
Posted By CaliColin
I'll be following this thread since I have a...

I'll be following this thread since I have a curiously similar problem. My only contribution is this: I can only reproduce the stumble if I keep the trans in 5th using the tiptronic, and cruise along...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-11-2008, 03:17 PM
Replies: 634
Views: 763,452
Posted By CaliColin
There's so much cool stuff in this thread it...

There's so much cool stuff in this thread it could almost exist on the front page :D I learned so much about the X from all the links on the front page it's not even funny :thumbup:

Here's...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-03-2008, 09:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,564
Posted By CaliColin
Tough times on the front end means they need to...

Tough times on the front end means they need to ramp up sales on the back end. When I asked how they were doing with the economy lately, my SA said that new car sales are down about 60% from this...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-07-2008, 05:06 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,274
Posted By CaliColin
Judging from his attitude, maybe he just added up...

Judging from his attitude, maybe he just added up all the manufacturer claimed HP he got from his exh, intake, chip, and tornado device. Ignorance is bliss.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-06-2008, 03:25 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 11,011
Posted By CaliColin
Thanks for the pics. I'm about to replace the...

Thanks for the pics. I'm about to replace the sway bar links soon too. And for $40.86 a pair at www.fcpgroton.com, it's a cheap fix. Thanks!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-04-2008, 08:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,620
Posted By CaliColin
If it is self-leveling then it is air.

If it is self-leveling then it is air.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2008, 08:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,534
Posted By CaliColin
Well if you like that one, here's 25 pages of...

Well if you like that one, here's 25 pages of stuff you may or may not have known about your X. I learned a few things here:...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2008, 07:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,534
Posted By CaliColin
This is a true statement. When the opaque cover...

This is a true statement. When the opaque cover is closed, and the sunroof button is pushed in, a metal mesh strip is exposed in the cover and both glass panels tilt open. This metal mesh strip is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2008, 05:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,534
Posted By CaliColin
Panoramic Sunroof Question - Does the little rear sunroof slide open?

I know the small rear sunroof tilts open, but is it supposed to slide open too? If it does, how do you slide it open?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-15-2008, 12:25 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,829
Posted By CaliColin
A hub centric ring was NOT required with my style...

A hub centric ring was NOT required with my style 168 replicas. When I asked him the question, he looked in book and confirmed that they were not needed. So some wheels require it, but the 168...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2008, 03:49 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,158
Posted By CaliColin
My experience has been the exact opposite. I...

My experience has been the exact opposite. I bought a set of Toyo's for my 4.4 and on the way home from the tire shop, they were so quiet compared to the OEM Michelin Diamaris, I thought they were...
Forum: Detailing Forum 09-10-2008, 06:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,622
Posted By CaliColin
The next time you clay it'll be easier since...

The next time you clay it'll be easier since you're just maintaining. Claying does not hurt the finish, provided the surface is washed clean first, and your clay is not filled with contaminants that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-10-2008, 05:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,322
Posted By CaliColin
Well that's good information about it only...

Well that's good information about it only affecting the center vent. I have not heard that before... but everyone keeps saying that it's not a temp selector. Then in the next sentence, turning it to...
Forum: Detailing Forum 09-08-2008, 08:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,033
Posted By CaliColin
I would tend to agree. I'd enjoy doing the...

I would tend to agree. I'd enjoy doing the ongoing maintenance, but would probably pay someone to do the hard work. Nice job. The thing looks immaculate. Silver was a good choice on the buyer's part....
Forum: Detailing Forum 09-08-2008, 08:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,102
Posted By CaliColin
If you are struggling with wax getting on the...

If you are struggling with wax getting on the black trim, try using blue painters masking tape next time to prevent it from happening while waxing. If you still get wax on the black parts, try...
Forum: Detailing Forum 09-08-2008, 08:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,622
Posted By CaliColin
I can't vouch for the turtle wax rubbing compound...

I can't vouch for the turtle wax rubbing compound as I have never personally used it. Anecdotally, I have had conversations with some casual users who liked it, and have read threads from others who...
Forum: Detailing Forum 09-08-2008, 06:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,622
Posted By CaliColin
Oooh. Now you're talking my language. Your steps...

Oooh. Now you're talking my language. Your steps are generally correct, depending on the type of rubbing compound you're using. Most detailers who are worth anything prefer to use a pure polish to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2008, 05:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,095
Posted By CaliColin
Same thing happened on my 911. Socket terminals...

Same thing happened on my 911. Socket terminals were corroded. Sanded them a little bit with a file and it went away. Try that first before attempting any expensive or complex diagnoses.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2008, 05:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,259
Posted By CaliColin
Yep, mine is noticeably loud too, and I hate it...

Yep, mine is noticeably loud too, and I hate it enough to keep it shut unless I have rear passengers. I would say that this is "normal" for your fine luxury automobile.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2008, 05:52 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,158
Posted By CaliColin
Looking really nice!! To the other folks...

Looking really nice!! To the other folks wondering about packaging quality, there is a plastic lip guard on the face of the wheel. There is also an elastic fabric bag (looks like a cafeteria server's...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2008, 05:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,322
Posted By CaliColin
Well this is going to bring the thread OT, but I...

Well this is going to bring the thread OT, but I would like to understand the function of the wheel and use it as intended. What the hell does it do, if it is not a temp selector? When I turn it to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2008, 04:13 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,829
Posted By CaliColin
I bought from www.td4l.com (http://www.td4l.com)....

I bought from www.td4l.com (http://www.td4l.com). Last I checked, they still had the 275's but are all out of the 315's. On the other hand, www.tires-easy.com (http://www.tires-easy.com) had them in...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2008, 03:53 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,829
Posted By CaliColin
Don't mind at all.. I went with Toyo S/T. $806...

Don't mind at all.. I went with Toyo S/T. $806 shipped for a staggered set of 275/40/20 and 315/35/20. Problem is, Toyo replaced the S/T line with STII. But they do not have the STII's in a 315 yet....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2008, 03:33 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,829
Posted By CaliColin
He offered to sell me the lug kit for $59 as...

He offered to sell me the lug kit for $59 as well. He did not push them on me, rather said "It is recommended that you change the lugs with every wheel change, but it's up to you." I opted to buy...
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