Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
10-24-2012, 08:15 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 34,259
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
10-10-2012, 05:35 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 7,168
WINTRAC 4 XTREME 235/60 R 18
These are not easy to find, I bought at a local metro Boston Direct Tire store - Direct Tire & Auto Service: The top name in Tire & Auto Service in Boston (http://www.directtire.com/)
I decided to...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
07-26-2012, 05:45 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,124
Try Rack Attack
If you have a local Rack Attack store they are very helpful. They usually have lots of inventory and can help you install it.
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
07-26-2012, 05:40 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,552
Fugetaboudit
I had the 18" Bridgestone RFT on my X5 here in MA. First winter ( tires had about 15K miles ) was scary on any snow. I put Vredestein Wintrac on the 18" rims and run 19" staggered Vredestein Ultrac...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
07-19-2012, 07:30 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 6,591
At least it is still under warranty.
There may have been a malfunction which caused the X5 to suddenly accerate, like Toyota, except in reverse this time. Too bad he is quoted in the newspaper saying he fell ill and slammed on the...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
07-12-2012, 08:56 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,612
Try a key case
I had the same problems - windows rolling down and rear hatch opening. I solved this by purchasing a key case which prevents the button push while in the pocket.
Yes my family laughed and teased...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-16-2012, 09:44 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,870
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-16-2012, 05:48 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,870
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
04-20-2012, 05:58 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 10,493
Google Search works great even if driving.
I really like this app now that it is fixed. The Google Local Search works quickly with my 2009 X5d. When you select the search field, the iPhone 4S lets you use the voice keyboard.
Search...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
02-18-2012, 04:04 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,649
The US app and UK app broken for me
I installed the US app ( ver 2.0 ). One trick to logging in is that your BMWAssist email address must be IN ALL CAPS. Also you need the PIN for your BWMAssist account. I had to call up to find...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
12-05-2011, 10:17 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,337
Disk Format can be FAT, but for 32GB and above...
Disk Format can be FAT, but for 32GB and above you need FAT32.
You can play mp3, wav, various WMA formats including WMA Lossless. Wav files dont support tags, so WMA Lossless gives you the great...
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Forum: Site Suggestions and Feedback
11-09-2011, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,652
Perhaps a dumb question?
Do you know about the diesel forum on bimmerfest?
BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts - Bimmerfest - BMW Forums (http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=154)
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
11-09-2011, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,658
I have a similar situation
I bought some 19" E53 wheels (72.5mm hub) for my E70 (74.1mm hub) back in April 2011. The seller is a racer and directed me to a machine shop that bored out the wheels to fit. I thought of doing it...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
10-19-2011, 07:30 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 17,889
Vredestein Wintrac
I know this thread is Nokian vs Blizzak but I wanted to comment on the Wintrac since they are not common. I put a set of 235/60/18 on my stock rims last winter and they are terrific. I picked the...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
10-18-2011, 09:48 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,831
Adapters to fit E53 wheels to E70 hub
If you don't want to get E53 wheels machined out ( or if local shops refuse to do it for liability reasons ), you can purchase these adapters.
BMW E39 530i M54 3.0l > Wheels > Adapters >...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
10-12-2011, 08:50 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,831
Check out this link - all the wheels
Felgen-Katalog - BMW-Treff - der Treffpunkt fr alle BMW-Fans und -Fahrer (http://felgenkatalog.auto-treff.com/)
click the drop down next to the word Baureihe:
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
10-01-2011, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 8,815
Not negative but caveat
I have had the JBD for 4 or 5 months. It is easy to install but getting the little white spacer in and out of the jack is tricky. I may buy a spare.
The X5d is much sportier and it has not hurt...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
08-10-2011, 07:25 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,374
Patrick Casey
Here is his other contact information
Patrick Casey
BMWPartsSource.com
Internet Parts Manager
121 Granite Run Drive
Lancaster PA 17601
1-877-781-4603
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
08-09-2011, 11:41 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,374
I bought both Gold EVP 6yr/100k ($2860 no tax)...
I bought both Gold EVP 6yr/100k ($2860 no tax) and Maintenance Plan Upgrade ($2195 no tax) from Patrick Casey at Faulkner BMW. He posted on a couple forum sites that they were selling at just above...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
06-01-2011, 11:02 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 5,582
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-28-2011, 07:20 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 5,582
Retro look - Style 75 wheels
I just mounted these Style 75 wheels on my 2009 Sapphire Black X5d. They were made by BBS for BMW and are lightweight 19" staggered wheels. I bought them off ebay. I have never seen them on a...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-21-2011, 03:48 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,283
Details from dealership
I just spoke to the dealers Business Manager.
Evidently there was a short lived 45,000 mile restriction, but that has been waived. You can buy the Powertrain Plus, Gold or Platinum up to 50,000...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-21-2011, 10:16 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,283
Thoughts on Extended Warranty and diesels
Good Morning:
I have a 2009 X5d with 48000 miles and drive a lot in my job. This is the finest vehicle I have ever owned and no problems except some DEF sensor and subsequently one of the tanks...
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Forum: Group Buys
04-28-2011, 07:41 AM
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Replies: 196
Views: 74,478
Try ebay
I bought a set of staggered 19" from the following ebay seller:
cleanin_out_the_garage
I used all of a $100 off paypal coupon for Ebay Motors. Tires arrived quickly, perfect.
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Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale
04-24-2011, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,246
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