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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-01-2010, 09:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,385
Posted By jwratts
I just checked the BMW CCA website and for some...

I just checked the BMW CCA website and for some reason they have pulled my ad back for appproval. it should be back up tomorrow.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-01-2010, 08:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,385
Posted By jwratts
X5 lease up left overs

Anyone interested in some E70 accessories, please go to BMW CCA Classifieds - Parts for Sale (http://www.bmwcca.org/classifieds/index.php?cat=4)
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-21-2008, 05:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,201
Posted By jwratts
See this thread

See my thread (Thule Ascent 1600 problem) dated 11/16 for more information and pictures on Thule carriers
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-18-2008, 02:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,456
Posted By jwratts
Cleaning of wire & fiber optics connections

Several months ago i posted a thread on the strange and wierd things that were possessing my 2007 X5. Nav resets, radio on/off, etc. When i took it in for service it of course was on it best...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-18-2008, 02:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,464
Posted By jwratts
Problem solved.

I talked to Thule customer service today (only open Tues - Fri)and was informed that seldom does their clamps lockdown far enough to bypass each other. As long as they are under the bar and the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-18-2008, 11:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,464
Posted By jwratts
Go to my flickr site for more photos.

Go to my flickr site for more photos.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-17-2008, 08:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,464
Posted By jwratts
By T boltsi am assuming it would be a Bolt that...

By T boltsi am assuming it would be a Bolt that would go inside the cross member and come out thrugh the hole where the rubber piece goes.
JWM
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-16-2008, 05:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,464
Posted By jwratts
Try This

http://flickr.com/photos/jack_muench/3034730029/in/photostream/
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-16-2008, 02:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,464
Posted By jwratts
Thule Ascent 1600 problem

I mounted a Thule 1600 on my X5 today using the BMW cross members (Part # 82-71-0-404-320). These are a typical BMW product, over enginered and over priced but one great set of bars.
I have a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-18-2008, 03:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,789
Posted By jwratts
I have a '07' 3.0 and it came with a flashlight

I have a '07' 3.0 and it came with a flashlight
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-16-2008, 10:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,789
Posted By jwratts
The guys that prep the new cars usually steal the...

The guys that prep the new cars usually steal the flashlight. tell your salesperson to replace it. the salesperson should have checked that it was there when they delivered the vehicle. this is a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-10-2008, 08:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,879
Posted By jwratts
Any make that ?

I have never had this problem in any of the cars i have owned, and that is a lot of cars in 67 years. my last x5 didn't leak and my 1998 E430 with 85,000 miles doesn't leak. Some times i have 2 or...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-08-2008, 10:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,879
Posted By jwratts
Not an issue

Since it is the rear doors that hold the water is usually a friend, relative, or business associate or client who winds up with the wet shoes. Really impresses them.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-06-2008, 05:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,879
Posted By jwratts
Doors that hold water.

Doors that hold water should not be a design feature of a $56,000 vehicle. BMW has to develop a fix for this problem. Why do some vehicles has the problem with both doors and some with only one of...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-05-2008, 09:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,879
Posted By jwratts
Water between door seals

Here are photos of one of the problems with my X5 that the dealer says "it the nature of the beast" and it not getting in to the cabin so it is really not a problem. See my previous posting...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-03-2008, 11:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,889
Posted By jwratts
Gas mileage.

The dealer will not discuss gas mileage. If no faults are set, then everything is ok no matter what you tell them.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-28-2008, 04:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,889
Posted By jwratts
Thanks. I will check that out and see if mine is...

Thanks. I will check that out and see if mine is the same. If so, that's like not having a real neutral position so you can roll your X and not being able to drive it with the door open. Wonder if...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-27-2008, 07:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,889
Posted By jwratts
More Info

Thanks for the reply. I use virtually nothing but BP Premium. 12500+ miles. I am not comparing long and short trips, only like useage. Some weeks or days it will perform great and the next day...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-27-2008, 05:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,889
Posted By jwratts
Numerous Problems, No Fixes Photos Added

Added photos of placing a dry pan under rear right door, then opening door after a 5 hour rain. Note water in pan that came from between door seals. Water comes in at the upper corner. water...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-02-2008, 10:51 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,079
Posted By jwratts
Weathertech Floormats Problems

Does anyone else have Weathertech floormats they are disappointed with? I was expecting a more substantial set of mats for $200+ dollars (i have the complete set including the 3rd row). The front...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-09-2007, 06:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 26,261
Posted By jwratts
This is a serious design flaw

It clearly states on page 60 the park, neutral and reverse can only be engaged if the engine is running. looks like manually releasing the transmission will allowing towing (back wheel only are...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-05-2007, 08:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 26,261
Posted By jwratts
Shift to neutral without starting

How do you put the transmission into neutral without starting it? I want to roll it down the driveway and don't need to start the X5.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-23-2007, 07:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,516
Posted By jwratts
the water is trapped between the door seals. had...

the water is trapped between the door seals. had about a cup or so the first time.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-22-2007, 08:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,516
Posted By jwratts
Water Retention

ON 2 occasions i have opened my back passanger door and a considerable amount of water was released. Anyone else encountering this?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-14-2006, 09:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,072
Posted By jwratts
there is a new rear wiper blade assembly for...

there is a new rear wiper blade assembly for early model X-5s. it it stronger and solves the replacement hassle. costs around $60-70. :)
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