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Forum: The Lounge 12-19-2021, 05:28 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,204
Posted By JBF
As I said, you're wasting your time EOD. People...

As I said, you're wasting your time EOD. People this indoctrinated can't be reasoned with, there's no middle ground, you agree with them or you're wrong and deserve to be cancelled.

...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-18-2021, 07:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,088
Posted By JBF
Thanks. In the end I gave up with trying...

Thanks.


In the end I gave up with trying to tap the fuses in the footwell fuse box - I found a permanent live in there (the tilt sensor fuse) but could not find a switched live - only circuits...
Forum: The Lounge 12-16-2021, 05:10 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,204
Posted By JBF
Regardless of where the virus came from, the...

Regardless of where the virus came from, the culture of fear has been manufactured. It's a tool used to gain power and control. This pandemic takes it to the next level but it's been going on for a...
Forum: The Lounge 12-16-2021, 05:29 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,204
Posted By JBF
I agree with you EODguy; but you're wasting your...

I agree with you EODguy; but you're wasting your energy. Rational reasoning and logic, the ideas of personal rights, freedoms and bodily autonomy - they're all completely wasted on people blinkered...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-15-2021, 09:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,088
Posted By JBF
Hardwire for Dashcam

I've seen a few posts with people asking for guidance on tapping into circuits for cameras, radar detectors etc; but there never seems to be a solid answer. Rather than resurrecting an ancient post...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-19-2021, 12:43 PM
Replies: 1,145
Views: 265,292
Posted By JBF
Rear right soft close actuator and door latch...

Rear right soft close actuator and door latch assembly replacement.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-19-2021, 12:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,393
Posted By JBF
E70 Rear Soft Close Actuator/Latch Replacement

Just thought I'd share my experience changing out my rear right soft close actuator and door latch assembly yesterday. I've had the part sitting waiting for months and finally got around to swapping...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-03-2021, 06:45 PM
Replies: 1,145
Views: 265,292
Posted By JBF
Replaced rear comfort access handle and blown...

Replaced rear comfort access handle and blown 7.5A comfort access fuse. All working again.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-20-2021, 07:37 AM
Replies: 1,145
Views: 265,292
Posted By JBF
Diagnosed recent failure of all comfort access. ...

Diagnosed recent failure of all comfort access. Fuse blown. Hopefully related to CA handle that failed a while ago. Won't replace fuse until failed handle replaced (it blew for a reason).
...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-18-2020, 06:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,893
Posted By JBF
Well, one of the soft close latches has broken. ...

Well, one of the soft close latches has broken. Second comfort access handle too. Stupid gadget I knew they would be trouble.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-11-2019, 11:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,091
Posted By JBF
I didn't no, but then I didn't' have the previous...

I didn't no, but then I didn't' have the previous set from new (they must have been 6 months old when I brought the car 3 years ago) so I don't know how many miles they had on them in total. I put...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-11-2019, 10:59 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,091
Posted By JBF
All done. The guys were really good and took...

All done. The guys were really good and took their time to get it as close to what I requested as possible, let me hang around and watch, see where the adjustment points are etc. The previous state...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-11-2019, 05:12 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,091
Posted By JBF
Interesting. I figured changing the tyre...

Interesting. I figured changing the tyre pressure will change the way that the tyre sits on the road and therefore the angle that the wheel sits at. I guess we are talking about tiny angles and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-10-2019, 07:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,091
Posted By JBF
So then the question is what pressure to have put...

So then the question is what pressure to have put in them before the alignment... I’d imagine change in pressure might change the alignment to some extent?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-09-2019, 05:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,091
Posted By JBF
Thank you ard I appreciate that info. I...

Thank you ard I appreciate that info.

I finally decided to stick with the 20" staggered setup and RFL (was considering non-RFL or a 19" staggered setup).

I've ordered Dunlop SportMaxxx (not the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-08-2019, 04:33 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,091
Posted By JBF
Hi ard, Sorry to resurrect an old thread but...

Hi ard,

Sorry to resurrect an old thread but it seemed to make more sense than starting a new one. I've read this post and several others of yours including on bimmerfest.

My understanding is...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-05-2019, 04:22 AM
Replies: 1,145
Views: 265,292
Posted By JBF
Pads and sensors all round. Investigating tyre...

Pads and sensors all round. Investigating tyre options (less harsh alternatives to 20" Bridgestones).
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-13-2018, 08:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,822
Posted By JBF
RealOEM.com - Online BMW Parts Catalog...

RealOEM.com - Online BMW Parts Catalog (http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=ZW62-EUR-12-2012-E70N-BMW-X5_40dX&diagId=51_7776)

Only has a factory painted handle for use with comfort...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-12-2018, 04:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,822
Posted By JBF
I couldn't find the right colour and unlikely one...

I couldn't find the right colour and unlikely one will come along (personal colour). Re-painting is a hassle and might affect the comfort access - you can't buy the handles primed only factory...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-12-2018, 05:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,822
Posted By JBF
I just ordered a replacement handle from the...

I just ordered a replacement handle from the dealer. £230 and up to 6 weeks lead-time (due to paint) - ouch, but, that's what you get for owning a BMW :rofl:
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-30-2018, 07:33 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 693
Posted By JBF
Comfort Access Handle Replacement?

Hi,

Have read over previous posts on comfort access handles. Something I can't really find an answer to:

Does anything need reprogramming or should I just be able to buy a new/used handle and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-30-2018, 07:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,822
Posted By JBF
Did you ever get anywhere on this? Also - do...

Did you ever get anywhere on this?

Also - do you know if anything needs reprogramming after replacing a handle or should I just be able to buy a new one and fit it?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-10-2017, 05:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,022
Posted By JBF
Thanks guys, going to see whether I can get that...

Thanks guys, going to see whether I can get that replaced under warranty. Also suspicious of my turbos as they whine for quite a while when cold - they didn't used to do that.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-09-2017, 10:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,022
Posted By JBF
Yeah my first thought was key battery although I...

Yeah my first thought was key battery although I hadn't changed it long ago. I put a new battery in it before this test. Could be the vehicle battery I suppose but no other symptoms and completed a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-09-2017, 06:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,022
Posted By JBF
Interestingly it's 'ok' today. Seems like it may...

Interestingly it's 'ok' today. Seems like it may be related to wet weather?
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