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Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-22-2008, 01:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 15,986
Posted By rp-x5
I got a DICE silverline kit which works with...

I got a DICE silverline kit which works with ipods/iphone and it has a AUX in port for my car PC project. You need to get the Ibus interface from Resler then you could control Carx with factory...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2008, 01:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,633
Posted By rp-x5
thanks! Your car is always an inspiration for me....

thanks! Your car is always an inspiration for me. :thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2008, 01:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,633
Posted By rp-x5
just got the rivet gun from NAPA. and this thing...

just got the rivet gun from NAPA. and this thing works very well. Got all fender flares done in less than 10 mins. in case anyone needs to buy one. its the $25.99 one with the green handle for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2008, 01:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,633
Posted By rp-x5
Yes. I picked up a set for E70 at the same time....

Yes. I picked up a set for E70 at the same time. will do the installation and post up pics in a few days.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2008, 11:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,633
Posted By rp-x5
I am sure you can do it. with some simple tools...

I am sure you can do it. with some simple tools and a few hours of your time. you are saving yourself $300+ from the $Stealer. (thats what my local dealer quoted me for installation). I used that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2008, 11:48 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,633
Posted By rp-x5
$530, ordered through ebay. its the lowest I've...

$530, ordered through ebay. its the lowest I've seen so far.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2008, 11:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,633
Posted By rp-x5
Thats a good idea! I ordered the plastic rivet...

Thats a good idea! I ordered the plastic rivet gun at NAPA for $26!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2008, 11:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,633
Posted By rp-x5
I will probably do the front skid plate plus the...

I will probably do the front skid plate plus the 4.6 rear. thinking of a wild idea of wrapping them in carbon fiber. Some 20" BBS wheels are coming in this weekend :)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2008, 11:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,633
Posted By rp-x5
thanks guys. The installation is really simple. I...

thanks guys. The installation is really simple. I think everyone can do it. It took me about 3hrs from start to finish including chilling with neighbors when they saw me working. lol.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2008, 03:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,633
Posted By rp-x5
Not sure why the pictures are not showing up....

Not sure why the pictures are not showing up. just click on the link then.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2008, 03:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,633
Posted By rp-x5
OEM running boards installed! well. almost

Picked up the set from BMW of Bloomfield in North Jersey since they have nice discount from the $750 list price on those than anyone else. The box was huge and would never fit in the trunk. I took...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-20-2008, 01:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,110
Posted By rp-x5
I have the same problem. is it confirmed to be...

I have the same problem. is it confirmed to be the slip ring bushing?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-20-2008, 02:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,271
Posted By rp-x5
Rubbing noise when turning to the far right or far left

I just noticed some loud rubbing noise coming out from the front of the car when pulling out of parking lot. Only happens when the steering wheel is turned to the far right or left. When the steering...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 04-15-2008, 07:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,805
Posted By rp-x5
thanks. I've decided not go with the porsche...

thanks. I've decided not go with the porsche rims. what the E60 one, will it be a direct fit?
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 04-15-2008, 07:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,805
Posted By rp-x5
I don't think the aftermarket rims were...

I don't think the aftermarket rims were manufactured differently for E60 and E53. is there anything else that should be considered? I see that E60's offset is alittle different. will it make a big...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 04-15-2008, 01:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,805
Posted By rp-x5
Will a set of wheels made for Cayenne fit E53 4.4?

There is a great deal on a set of 20" made for Cayenne. aftermarket brand. not Porsche. Will it fit with adapter 5x130 to 5x120?
Also will 20" made for E60 fit E53 ?
thanks!
Forum: Navigation System 04-14-2008, 01:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,693
Posted By rp-x5
Thanks, that is the answer I was looking for. I...

Thanks, that is the answer I was looking for. I already got iBus interface, will try it with Navcoder. What does INFO and SELECT buttons do anyway? I only use the radio portion of the screen for DICE...
Forum: Navigation System 04-12-2008, 08:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,693
Posted By rp-x5
I saw that post already. but he has MKIV and I...

I saw that post already. but he has MKIV and I have MKIII, does that make any difference? Also as villemus said, the radio was upgraded in that post, and mine is stock premium sound DSP from 2001...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-12-2008, 12:04 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,067
Posted By rp-x5
http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/show-off-your-proj...

http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/show-off-your-project/31729-2001-bmw-e39-fully-integrated-carputer.html

this should give you some ideas of how to get the PC working with factory screen.
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-12-2008, 12:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,927
Posted By rp-x5
thanks. I finally figured out how to use it. The...

thanks. I finally figured out how to use it. The text is working now but really slow. takes a few seconds for each info to come up. is there any way to display all the albums or all songs on one...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-11-2008, 10:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,927
Posted By rp-x5
Dice Silverline , no text on the Nav screen

Just installed the Dice Silverline, installation went smoothly but I didn't disconnect the battery and I did not plug in the 3-pin connector until the last moment. I tried to connect an unlocked...
Forum: Navigation System 04-11-2008, 10:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,693
Posted By rp-x5
MK3 16:9 Split screen for Radio?

I have a late production 2001 X5 with 16:9 screen and MK3 navigation. Just updated to the latest software version 3-1/63.
When I go into radio mode, it will take up the full screen even I selected...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-09-2008, 08:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,122
Posted By rp-x5
thanks for the link, will take it apart to see...

thanks for the link, will take it apart to see whats going on in there.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-09-2008, 04:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,894
Posted By rp-x5
I just ordered GNET video module, mini-itx PC,...

I just ordered GNET video module, mini-itx PC, matrox video card (for RGB output) , usb GPS, IBUS adapter. will be using carx or centrafuse for the front end. Check the E39 install...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-09-2008, 04:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,122
Posted By rp-x5
Power headrest comfort seat not working

Just found out that the driver side power headrest is not working. When the button is pushed, I can feel the motor running inside the seat back. but seems like the headrest is not connected properly...
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