Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
03-10-2012, 12:30 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,580
X5 with Black/Silver Beyern Mesh 20" Wheels
Someone recently posted a query about black wheels on an X5. I just picked up a set of 20" Beyern Mesh wheels, and 275/45R20 Pirelli Scorpion Verdes as my summer tires. I think they look pretty...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
02-19-2012, 10:36 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,908
Ditto. Cold starts are non-issues. Mine's sat...
Ditto. Cold starts are non-issues. Mine's sat in cold (below 0F) parking lots for a few days, and fired right up.
DEF is available and cheap, and BMW refills it for free during the free service...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
02-07-2012, 09:42 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,686
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
01-31-2012, 04:40 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,729
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
01-31-2012, 03:14 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,729
2009 X5 with 275/40R20s. Flares needed? Pics?
Considering an upgrade of my summer wheels/tires and I'm looking at 20" options. Anyone have a pic of an X5 sporting 275/40R20s? Are fender flares needed to cover the wheels/tires?
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
12-07-2011, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 6,399
Coherent explanation of AWD system on E70s
I haven't read a good explanation, anywhere, of the AWD system on the E70s.
What kind of center differential do they have? What about front and rear? Is the traction control strictly...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
10-20-2011, 08:46 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 17,480
I've had Nokian WR G2s and Blizzak LM-60s.
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I've had Nokian WR G2s and Blizzak LM-60s.
The LM-60s take the cake, hands down. More predictable in hard cornering, better traction on ice/frozen slush, and less noise on dry roads. I would...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
08-23-2011, 06:02 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,079
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
08-22-2011, 02:06 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,929
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
07-07-2011, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 6,105
I'd buy it in a heartbeat. The rear axle is...
I'd buy it in a heartbeat. The rear axle is where it is to keep the wheelbase the same as the SUV...which would reduce production costs. That thing would be about perfect for my lifestyle.
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
06-23-2011, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 8,215
Not to hijack...but I totally don't understand...
Not to hijack...but I totally don't understand the mentality of your posts over the past few days. Congrats on your new car. Find yourself a nice MB forum. If you have a constructive piece of info...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
06-21-2011, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,106
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
06-17-2011, 10:41 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,776
You can adjust how aggressive the entire system...
You can adjust how aggressive the entire system is by pressing the Auto button (between soft, medium and ______ (I can't remember the highest setting)). Because of the location of the vents and HVAC...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
06-09-2011, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 5,535
My 09 now has 25k miles on it.
My driving is...
My 09 now has 25k miles on it.
My driving is about 30% highway (figure 65mph), 65% suburban (45-50mph) and 5% urban stop and go.
Hand calculated, tracked-to-the-drop mileage over the past 12k...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-06-2011, 12:05 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 17,219
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
04-26-2011, 11:47 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,061
I don't have exact measurements, but when I...
I don't have exact measurements, but when I bought, I compared the widths to ensure garage compatibility...the E70 is less than 3" wider, mirror tip to mirror tip, than the E53. I don't think you'll...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
03-29-2011, 03:53 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 14,312
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
03-28-2011, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,329
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
03-08-2011, 05:02 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,723
I've been curious as to why there aren't really...
I've been curious as to why there aren't really any diesel-electric hybrids from any major manufacturers (that I'm aware of). I think two significant reasons might be: 1) the significantly greater...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
03-02-2011, 01:34 AM
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Replies: 40
Views: 8,548
Ok, you lost me on those last two points.
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Ok, you lost me on those last two points.
With respect to the first paragraph quoted above, the compression ratio in an X5d is 16.5:1. The compression ratio in a gasoline version is 10.2:1. The...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
03-01-2011, 07:50 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 8,548
The torque difference is far more than the...
The torque difference is far more than the turbocharger. Diesel engines, by virtue of their compression ratios and the compression/combustion process, inherently produce more torque than...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
03-01-2011, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 8,548
I agree and disagree with posters above.
I...
I agree and disagree with posters above.
I agree that many of the benefits of the diesel are intangible. The torque is great, the driving is great. Driving feel is obviously subjective. In my...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
02-28-2011, 01:19 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,742
I haven't had any issues, and we've had weather...
I haven't had any issues, and we've had weather down to -30(F) this winter. If the car sits in the parking lot at work for 10 hours or so without starting, I see the glow plug light come on before...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
02-23-2011, 12:26 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 6,441
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
02-22-2011, 12:34 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 10,347
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