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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-26-2016, 07:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,363
Posted By sageriders
Mine has fine cracks, too. It's the sun, aging...

Mine has fine cracks, too. It's the sun, aging finish, etc., etc. Not planning on replacing.

z
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-30-2016, 08:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,841
Posted By sageriders
In the ash try in mine . . . zen

In the ash try in mine . . .

zen
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-16-2016, 01:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,128
Posted By sageriders
I own a 2006 E53 4.4Sport, purchased new from a...

I own a 2006 E53 4.4Sport, purchased new from a dealer. I believe the standard wheel/tire combo on the 3.0 and 4.4 was a 17", but the Sport was un upgrade to 18s. My spare is on a 17" wheel. My tires...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2016, 09:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,562
Posted By sageriders
Another caution!

There's still another risk not yet mentioned here.

A number of years ago, a friend who was a professional garage mechanic, inadvertently touched a hot under-hood wire with his steel wedding ring....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2013, 09:46 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 42,099
Posted By sageriders
I don't believe it! I'm on my third, this one...

I don't believe it! I'm on my third, this one with 80k miles, and NOTHING like this has happened to any of mine, nor to the guy who introduced me to BMW 11 years ago. For some unknown reason, people...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-15-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,039
Posted By sageriders
I usually get 23 to 23.5 on over the road cross...

I usually get 23 to 23.5 on over the road cross country jaunts. That includes the flats of the eastern US as well as the Rockies in Dakotas, Wyo, Colorado, etc. But only 16-17 around town.

My...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,851
Posted By sageriders
Could it have anything to do with how hard you...

Could it have anything to do with how hard you push down on the right hand pedal?

I've got an '06 4.4 Sport with 45K on the odo and still have 7/32 on the Michelins . . .

Zen:wow:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-06-2011, 12:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,854
Posted By sageriders
Pavement temp and/or ambient temp and/or direct...

Pavement temp and/or ambient temp and/or direct sun on one side and shade on the other can affect the alarm. Happens to me frequently as the weather turns - both in spring and fall. But don't ignore...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-16-2011, 11:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,818
Posted By sageriders
Although I live in Western NY, elev 600 feet,...

Although I live in Western NY, elev 600 feet, I've driven to and in Colorado many times. I had a 3.0 until it was totalled by an errant pick-up, but now am in a 4.4. Both were/are automatics. From my...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2011, 02:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,857
Posted By sageriders
The diameter is the same but the width is not....

The diameter is the same but the width is not. The 55 aspect tire is wider in section, and therefore, the floor will not sit flat. I wanted to do the same in mine, but it wasn't worth having the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-14-2011, 11:08 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 12,865
Posted By sageriders
In 1954, it was a 1947 Ford flathead 2 door...

In 1954, it was a 1947 Ford flathead 2 door sedan; black. At age 17, I had just graduated from high school. I had $100, my dad loaned me another $100 and I drove the thing away.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-14-2010, 03:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,418
Posted By sageriders
Wink Take the X. Why have it if not to drive it?

Take the X. Why have it if not to drive it?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-14-2010, 03:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,611
Posted By sageriders
Wink I'm in Buffalo and we do have occasional snow . ....

I'm in Buffalo and we do have occasional snow . . . . Right now only about 24-26 inches.

My Scorps are dynamite. The ABS comes in before the tires slide, and there is no stopping them. I'm on...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2010, 02:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,152
Posted By sageriders
I'm in Clarence and had a friend at Towne do...

I'm in Clarence and had a friend at Towne do mine. Took him 10 mins, at most. They didn't even pull the airbag fuse.

I replaced the factory sport with an M wheel, and it's great!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-31-2009, 12:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,415
Posted By sageriders
Altho my parts man said it would take 4 weeks to...

Altho my parts man said it would take 4 weeks to get the part from Germany, it was here in less than two. My service guy installed in less than 15 minutes, and what a difference! Can and DO recommend...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-18-2009, 05:19 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,415
Posted By sageriders
Thanks for the info and tips. Have ordered the...

Thanks for the info and tips. Have ordered the thing from my dlr, who gives me a good price on everything, and the part comes from Germany. None avail in US. Two-four week wait. Looking forward to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-12-2009, 03:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,415
Posted By sageriders
Lightwerkz- I have an '06 4.4 with Sport...

Lightwerkz- I have an '06 4.4 with Sport suspension and OEM Sport wheel. Will the MSport fit on my car without modification? If you can, please contact me by PM at [email protected]. Thanks...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-27-2009, 10:28 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,578
Posted By sageriders
If your car does not have the underseat feature,...

If your car does not have the underseat feature, the parts are available at your dealer, and are easily installed. Holes in the seat frame are already drilled and waiting. I have a kit on both seats,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-07-2009, 10:08 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,329
Posted By sageriders
Same here. I have the Pirelli Scorps on OEM 18"...

Same here. I have the Pirelli Scorps on OEM 18" wheels, and the thing is unstoppable. Last week played in foot deep snow on the unplowed section of a large shopping mall, and never got hung up at...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-06-2009, 11:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,028
Posted By sageriders
I'm in Western New York where we get lots of...

I'm in Western New York where we get lots of snow. I have a set and strongly recommend the Pirelli Scorpion Ice and Snow's. Mine are 255/55X18. The ABS gives up BEFORE the Scorps on all ice and snow...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-18-2008, 01:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,300
Posted By sageriders
Smile I also live in the Buffalo area, and drive an '06...

I also live in the Buffalo area, and drive an '06 X5 4.4. I went with the stock 18's and Pirelli Scorp Ice and Snows. They are fantastic! The ABS comes on long before the tires begin to slide, and I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-01-2008, 06:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,840
Posted By sageriders
Go for it!! I've made the trip from NYS to...

Go for it!! I've made the trip from NYS to Colorado, arizona & Wyoming lots of times, and it's a great drive. Once you are west of the Mississippi r., the gas is 10% ethanol, so be sure to use the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-01-2008, 05:46 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 27,250
Posted By sageriders
Does anyone know if the same problem exists in...

Does anyone know if the same problem exists in the MY '05 and '06 cars? I have an '06 4.4 and live in the Buffalo, NY area, where we get lots of sub freezing days and nites . . .
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2007, 02:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,242
Posted By sageriders
I've had a '05 3.0, which was totalled at about...

I've had a '05 3.0, which was totalled at about 18,000 miles, and now have the replacement, an '06 4.4. Both were/are Sports, with 18" wheels and stock tires. The cars are nearly identical in...
Forum: Other BMWs 08-30-2007, 02:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,333
Posted By sageriders
Look at the inside of the pockets on seatbacks or...

Look at the inside of the pockets on seatbacks or pull the headrest and look at the inside of the material there. If leather, you will see the grain. If leatherette, will look like cloth or...
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