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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-06-2010, 10:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,597
Posted By AlfaMale
I've got hubcentric 25mm spacers front and rear....

I've got hubcentric 25mm spacers front and rear. I like the look of the wider front stance too.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v448/Chrisyounguk/DSC01354.jpg
Forum: UK Forum 07-02-2010, 11:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,922
Posted By AlfaMale
In other words look at me with my shiney new...

In other words look at me with my shiney new iPhone, bloody show off ;)
Forum: UK Forum 07-02-2010, 11:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,065
Posted By AlfaMale
Good to see you back on song Jig, thought you had...

Good to see you back on song Jig, thought you had gone AWOL on the now dead board?
Forum: UK Forum 07-02-2010, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,488
Posted By AlfaMale
I see thanks for clearing the confusion up, that...

I see thanks for clearing the confusion up, that explains the difference then. I was thinkin that as mine was a later facelift model it came with a slightly different exhaust set up as there are...
Forum: UK Forum 07-02-2010, 02:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,488
Posted By AlfaMale
Mine is a 2005 facelift model. I did extensive...

Mine is a 2005 facelift model. I did extensive searches on this forum as it seems only the US guys have done this mod. I found a couple of good write ups with full pictures showing the smaller...
Forum: UK Forum 07-02-2010, 02:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,488
Posted By AlfaMale
Yes you can order direct from Magnaflow but as...

Yes you can order direct from Magnaflow but as always it's more expensive in the UK than to buy in US and get shipped over. That is unless customs sting you then its the same price :(
Forum: UK Forum 07-01-2010, 05:42 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 21,473
Posted By AlfaMale
AW8 thanks for your efforts trying to resolve...

AW8 thanks for your efforts trying to resolve this, hopefully we can all learn from this mishap so that this will never happen again...
Forum: UK Forum 07-01-2010, 05:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,488
Posted By AlfaMale
Magnaflow Tru-X Pipe Exhaust Mod Fitted

I was hoping to post my update my original thread in the old forum. However I've finally managed to get the Magnaflow X pipe fitted now.

I ordered the part from the USA and after getting stung by...
Forum: UK Forum 06-28-2010, 05:39 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 21,473
Posted By AlfaMale
Thanks for the prompt response, so sad to see the...

Thanks for the prompt response, so sad to see the website has fallen because of error in letting the domain name elapse. Even more sad to see there are people out there deliberately looking to cash...
Forum: UK Forum 06-28-2010, 04:58 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 21,473
Posted By AlfaMale
What's Happened to www.X5Drivers.co.uk ???

I've been an active member of the UK X5 forum, x5drivers.co.uk (http://www.x5drivers.co.uk) for a while now and found it to be an excellent source of infomation / advice but also friendships too.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-08-2010, 11:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By AlfaMale
Thank you for the informative response, I beleive...

Thank you for the informative response, I beleive from your suggestions the issue may lie in the fact that I applied the Red Mist spray not long after I had polished the car with Zymol Carbon Wax,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-01-2010, 04:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By AlfaMale
Ha Ha Ha as they say each to their own, I for one...

Ha Ha Ha as they say each to their own, I for one don't like black wheels but notice you have them fitted to yours. It's the difference of opinions that makes this a forum, afterall it would be a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-01-2010, 04:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By AlfaMale
Toledo Blue

Toledo Blue
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-01-2010, 09:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By AlfaMale
alfamale's tank

I made the most of the good weather to spend some well needed time on the tank, along with trying some new products out.

I was very impressed with Dodo Juice Born Slippy Clay Bar Lube which made...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-19-2010, 08:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,778
Posted By AlfaMale
It's a cool feature albeit you don't look so cool...

It's a cool feature albeit you don't look so cool stood next to the car holding the remote button down for what seems like an eternity to full open / close the windows and sunroof. If only you could...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2010, 08:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,293
Posted By AlfaMale
285 35 22 tyres, I purchased the set used with...

285 35 22 tyres, I purchased the set used with one wheel suffering an unrepairable puncture, so I had to change two tyres in the end.

I wanted the original Michellin Diamaris to match the others...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2010, 04:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,352
Posted By AlfaMale
You'd have to dismantle the sunroof to disconnect...

You'd have to dismantle the sunroof to disconnect the linkages to isolate the rear panel, in which case you might aswell repair the fault as the failed part is only £70 and you'd have spent 5 x times...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2010, 12:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,293
Posted By AlfaMale
LeMansX5 thanks I was told they were type V...

LeMansX5 thanks I was told they were type V wheels however I'll bow to the experts on this one



Mine came with the standard staggered sport alloys, the new wheels came with some hefty spacers...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-16-2010, 03:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,293
Posted By AlfaMale
Cool My new rims...

Apologies in advance for the poor quality picture but I thought I would share a pic of my new rims. AC Schnitzer Type V 22" Wheels.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v448/Chrisyounguk/IMG_0296.jpg
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-13-2010, 04:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,412
Posted By AlfaMale
Write up including part numbers here... BMW...

Write up including part numbers here...

BMW X5 • View topic - Panoramic Sunroof Failure Repaired Successfully ! (http://www.x5drivers.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=7585)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-01-2010, 01:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,412
Posted By AlfaMale
I had this happen to me, and unfortunately for me...

I had this happen to me, and unfortunately for me I didn't have any warranty on the vehicle either.

I have had my repaired by an independent garage for a fraction of the cost a main dealer would...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-20-2010, 05:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,871
Posted By AlfaMale
Thank you for the reply, yes of course I have...

Thank you for the reply, yes of course I have tried the search function hence why I posted! Lots of references to a repair kit but no actual part number.

However a helpful member on the UK forum...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-18-2010, 04:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,871
Posted By AlfaMale
Panoramic Part Number Help (Repair Kit)

The lovely UK main dealers who have a monopoly on the situation want to charge me the princely sum of £1700 for the Panoramic Sunroof cassette, excluding glass and motor in case you wondered but does...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-03-2009, 04:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,147
Posted By AlfaMale
Why aren't these skid plates available in the...

Why aren't these skid plates available in the United Kingdom, you guys get all the best stuff :(
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-03-2009, 07:04 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,096
Posted By AlfaMale
try this... BMW X5 • View topic - Sat...

try this...

BMW X5 • View topic - Sat Nav Glass Screen Mod (http://www.x5drivers.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=4944&hilit=Glass+screen)
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