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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-03-2010, 07:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,397
Posted By elbowgrease
With two pairs of jack stands, I think you just...

With two pairs of jack stands, I think you just found another use for xDrive!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-03-2010, 05:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,397
Posted By elbowgrease
The front caliper covers are "ABS Plastic with...

The front caliper covers are "ABS Plastic with fiber reinforced". The rear calipers, surprisingly are not listed as fiber reinforced. Anyway, I'd be concerned about melting plastic.

I wonder if I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-12-2010, 05:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,833
Posted By elbowgrease
I've confirmed that with autohold activated, the...

I've confirmed that with autohold activated, the brake lights stay on after you take your foot off the brake pedal. I thought that BMW would design the system to keep the brake lights on but I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-09-2010, 04:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,762
Posted By elbowgrease
Tire Pressure & Miscellaneous Thoughts – 2010 x35D

Just a post on tire pressure and some miscellaneous thoughts that I’ve been accumulating in the 6 weeks since picking up my X5. This forum has been great in helping me to understand the nuances of...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-09-2010, 03:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,551
Posted By elbowgrease
I've been using a product from Rover Gear and...

I've been using a product from Rover Gear and it's been working great so far. It provides a bit more coverage from kicking kids but there are no storage pockets. I posted a picture of the seat back...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-21-2009, 01:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,245
Posted By elbowgrease
For what it's worth, I passed by the factory last...

For what it's worth, I passed by the factory last Saturday and the employee lot was filled with cars. It looks like the factory is working overtime.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-21-2009, 01:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,614
Posted By elbowgrease
I contacted a "Motor Vehicle Technical Advisor"...

I contacted a "Motor Vehicle Technical Advisor" from the IRS and received a response stating that they cannot comment on any particular taxpayer (BMW NA in this case) due to disclosure rules and to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-05-2009, 07:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,433
Posted By elbowgrease
Each cover is $30 but I think the superior...

Each cover is $30 but I think the superior protection justifies the higher price.

Cutting at the 6 o'clock position was a great suggestion. I have included pictures below. Just a few notes:
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-03-2009, 03:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,433
Posted By elbowgrease
I have used a number of seat protectors and have...

I have used a number of seat protectors and have found that coverage was lacking around the shoulder area. This area just happens to be the place where my young kids like to rest their feet. A few...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-03-2009, 03:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 25,092
Posted By elbowgrease
Ah ha! I suppose the "BMW C&D program" also...

Ah ha! I suppose the "BMW C&D program" also triggered the electrical sounding buzz I heard when my hand was deep in the recesses of the engine bay! Keep in mind that the engine had been shut off...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-02-2009, 03:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 25,092
Posted By elbowgrease
I picked up our 2010 35d last weekend and had...

I picked up our 2010 35d last weekend and had forgotten about this thread until I took off the plastic engine cover and noticed that the dipstick was fairly accessible. The engine cover is held in...
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