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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-19-2018, 10:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,258
Posted By Tomaz
80 inches! Where?

80 inches! Where?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-19-2018, 10:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,258
Posted By Tomaz
It is pretty even wear. These days some tires...

It is pretty even wear. These days some tires have treads at different depths so the center and inboard tread wears out first. I guess they do that to the tire gets a higher cornering specification?...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-19-2018, 11:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,258
Posted By Tomaz
I would too if I lived in Austin. Once winter...

I would too if I lived in Austin. Once winter arrives I often drive into the mountains that have snow conditions. I know those aren't snow tires but more tread helps. It's not worth risking an...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-18-2018, 07:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,258
Posted By Tomaz
It won't seriously rain here until November. Most...

It won't seriously rain here until November. Most likely I will replace them then.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-18-2018, 06:08 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 21,564
Posted By Tomaz
Yes, I don't do that anymore.

Yes, I don't do that anymore.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-18-2018, 05:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,258
Posted By Tomaz
Worn Tires

I always try to get the most milage from my tires but going into the rainy season (which is several months away) I debate over waiting until I hit the wear bar on my tire or get a new set sooner than...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-06-2018, 10:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,437
Posted By Tomaz
$7,800 including a "recycled" headlight. My auto...

$7,800 including a "recycled" headlight. My auto body shop did a great job with paint and panel alignment. But they left out numerous small clips, bolts, and plastic rivets. Most people wouldn't have...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-05-2018, 11:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,437
Posted By Tomaz
Done

73742
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-03-2018, 08:27 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 21,564
Posted By Tomaz
I used to run higher pressures, often at the...

I used to run higher pressures, often at the stated limit. I probably got better gas milage and possibly tire wear. But it was at the cost of handling and comfort. At maximum pressure the contact...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-01-2018, 11:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,437
Posted By Tomaz
Thanks, great suggestion.

Thanks, great suggestion.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-31-2018, 02:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,437
Posted By Tomaz
73709 Repairs almost done, new hood, fender,...

73709

Repairs almost done, new hood, fender, bumper, headlight, lots of plastic support pieces.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-30-2018, 08:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,437
Posted By Tomaz
You are right, it could have been much worse. I...

You are right, it could have been much worse. I wonder what the cost of an airbag deployment would be? I was only going 30 mph, at 60 mph it would have been a different story.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-29-2018, 01:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,437
Posted By Tomaz
Thanks, I noticed there was no fender too and I...

Thanks, I noticed there was no fender too and I know there will be lots of other missing items once they start the repair. I'll insist on OE parts. My shop is known for doing good work but I am sure...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-28-2018, 11:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,437
Posted By Tomaz
And the estimate;

And the estimate;
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-27-2018, 10:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,437
Posted By Tomaz
I'm pretty sure my headlights are Xenon and I...

I'm pretty sure my headlights are Xenon and I think the hood is steel. Ard is right, there are also many internal pieces that also need replacing. My auto body guy has done excellent work so I'm not...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-27-2018, 08:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,437
Posted By Tomaz
The headlight is cracked and no longer works, the...

The headlight is cracked and no longer works, the hood is bent, the front fender and bumper is damaged, and some internal structural pieces are broken or bent. The good news is the airbags didn't...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-27-2018, 06:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,437
Posted By Tomaz
Deer in the headlights

Hit a deer today. Doing 30 mph on a two lane country road in broad daylight. Deer jumped in front of me so fast I never had a chance to hit the brakes. Saw the deer jump up and run away but I doubt...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-20-2018, 01:41 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 21,564
Posted By Tomaz
I'm running 36psi all around and am pleased with...

I'm running 36psi all around and am pleased with the even wear on my Bridgestone Dueler HP tires. The tires are wearing evenly. The 315/20 run flats in the rear are looking really good after about...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-18-2018, 05:33 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 21,564
Posted By Tomaz
Your advise is not bad and is in fact correct. As...

Your advise is not bad and is in fact correct. As for the 4 wheel alignment the X5 is definitely able to be aligned on all 4 corners. I had my rear camber adjusted from the factory set negative 1.5°...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-18-2018, 04:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,767
Posted By Tomaz
Yikes! So will the "expert" be paying your...

Yikes! So will the "expert" be paying your expense? I had a key cut for $450 at my dealer. Sounded like a lot at the time but now it sounds like I got a deal.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-05-2018, 04:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,673
Posted By Tomaz
Took my 5 in this morning for both air bags and...

Took my 5 in this morning for both air bags and the driveshaft. It was done by lunch time. Clean job, no issues. The dealer said he does around 10 per day.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-01-2018, 11:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,565
Posted By Tomaz
After a big rain or running the 5 through a car...

After a big rain or running the 5 through a car wash it would continue to drip huge puddles in my garage for an hour later. Once I cleaned the drain openings in your photo it ended the problem. Great...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-30-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 21,564
Posted By Tomaz
At $2,000 a set you may want to check TireRack or...

At $2,000 a set you may want to check TireRack or similar sites. The most I've ever paid was $1,450 including installation. Good luck.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-26-2018, 10:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,565
Posted By Tomaz
Hi Bruce, can you smell the washer solvent to...

Hi Bruce, can you smell the washer solvent to make sure that the fluid is washer fluid? If so, you can study realoem.com to possibly see the routing and connections of the washer fluid hoses. I am...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-23-2018, 07:09 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 21,564
Posted By Tomaz
OK Minesaplasty, imagine this summer you and the...

OK Minesaplasty, imagine this summer you and the Dragon are cruising down the highway with your X5 loaded with whatever gives you pleasure, vacation luggage, whatever. Its a crowded highway with...
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