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Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 01-29-2015, 01:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 18,051
Posted By Jobu
Hey Riff. I appreciate it! By the way, nice E46...

Hey Riff. I appreciate it! By the way, nice E46 330ci! Glad it works. So much better then the clamps. So clean looking. Hope you enjoy Tahoe. I used to live in SF and went there alot. I'll be...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 05-27-2012, 05:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 18,051
Posted By Jobu
I saw it but had no info on the system, so I went...

I saw it but had no info on the system, so I went with the more proven Thule. I wasn't in the mood to experiment. Also it was abit more expensive at about $240 plus s&H from getbmwparts.com p/n...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 05-27-2012, 11:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 18,051
Posted By Jobu
I'll post a photo next time I mount a bike. I...

I'll post a photo next time I mount a bike. I attached an image from the Thule website. It holds the bike rather well.

Its not that easy to get a bike all the way up there. I basically have...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 04-16-2012, 09:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,012
Posted By Jobu
Cargo Area Liner

The BMW and Weather Tech cargo liners didn't appeal to me because 1) I have a 3rd row seat and they didn't look as if they would fold up compactly due to the raised lip around the peremeter, and 2)...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 04-15-2012, 12:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 18,051
Posted By Jobu
Next is the "Sidearm" bike carrier. I won't...

Next is the "Sidearm" bike carrier.

I won't go into a complete install discussion, but lets just say that Thule's instructions are weak. I had to do a lot of trial and error. To save time here...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 04-14-2012, 03:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 18,051
Posted By Jobu
Well, I report success! It was much...

Well, I report success!


It was much harder than I thought. The Sidearm had horrible instructions and it took much time-consuming trial and error to get it installed properly. The 91725 ski...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 04-11-2012, 01:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 18,051
Posted By Jobu
BMW OEM Crossbar slot dimensions for Thule bike and ski carriers

I was shopping for Thule roof rack accessories for my BMW OEM crossbars, but I quickly found out that a proper fit is not so easy to determine. No manufacturer seems to specify what will fit with...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-22-2011, 03:01 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 17,966
Posted By Jobu
95wildtt, great work! And fast too! You should...

95wildtt, great work! And fast too! You should post it in the DIY section for all to see. Thanks!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-21-2011, 02:12 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 17,966
Posted By Jobu
95wildtt, do you have pics? You have become the...

95wildtt, do you have pics? You have become the guru on this topic! I modified my E92 for euro fogs, but haven't done my E70 yet! I think they are an essential safety feature, particulary since...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-21-2011, 01:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,142
Posted By Jobu
iPhone 4 w/ iOS 5.0.1 Works with bluetooth very...

iPhone 4 w/ iOS 5.0.1 Works with bluetooth very well, and with the USB cable for music well also. The snap-in adapter is another story. It ("Media") version works with BMW apps, but so far, no sounds...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 11-09-2011, 01:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,312
Posted By Jobu
Final Result

So, here is how it all ended:

I sent the part back via UPS. ECS received it and issued the credit for the cost of the part. I did not, as discussed above, remove the dispute from my CC. So it WAS...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 11-09-2011, 01:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,312
Posted By Jobu
I think these things should be settled in the...

I think these things should be settled in the open. Otherwise the people on this thread are deprived of information they can use to make better decisions. Its great that ECS is a good sponsor, but...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 11-01-2011, 06:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,312
Posted By Jobu
I suppose I would ask why you would recommend...

I suppose I would ask why you would recommend that these things be done behind closed doors. I did not bash them. I merely reported the facts. I would be happy to reveal ECS's response to my post,...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 10-24-2011, 02:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,312
Posted By Jobu
I did get a PM from ECS they are trying to...

I did get a PM from ECS they are trying to resolve the issue. We'll see how it goes.
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 10-24-2011, 09:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,312
Posted By Jobu
Thanks lemans4.8. My CC company has been called....

Thanks lemans4.8. My CC company has been called. We'll see how they do, as they are a relatively new card for me. The same goes for ECS. ECS is a sponsor of this board, one would think that they...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 10-21-2011, 04:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,312
Posted By Jobu
ECS Tuning Won't Take Back a Snap-in Adapter That Doesn't Work

So, after the iPhone 4s announcement I excitedly ordered the iPhone Snap-In Media Adapter (84212218390) from ECS for my brand new X5d with BMW Apps. I specified 2nd day air. The item had to be...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-05-2011, 09:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,674
Posted By Jobu
Found it at ECS for $212 + shipping. Ordering...

Found it at ECS for $212 + shipping. Ordering today, since we now know that there is no iPhone 5 in the near future. I'm assuming that the iPhone 4S that my wife will get will fit the same adapter as...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-23-2011, 08:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,674
Posted By Jobu
No luck here. iPhone 5 is rumored to be thinner...

No luck here. iPhone 5 is rumored to be thinner and narrower, but not longer. Im thinkong that maybe it would fit the ip4 adapter with a spacer on the bottom. This is just a guess. Perhaps I can...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-15-2011, 03:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,120
Posted By Jobu
MRV99 I like your logic. I hadn't thought about...

MRV99 I like your logic. I hadn't thought about the potential of avoiding a tire charge at turn in. How many miles did you have when you turned it in? What tires were they? The duellers don't...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-07-2011, 11:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,674
Posted By Jobu
Snap In Adapter for iPhone 4 and 3GS

I believe we need to use the following Snap In Adapter: P/N: 84212218390/1, if you have the iPhone 4/3GS. There are two snap in adapters, a "dumb" and a "smart" Snap In. The "smart" (my wording)...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-04-2011, 03:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,120
Posted By Jobu
EZNDO, That sounds great. About how many miles?...

EZNDO, That sounds great. About how many miles? PM me to let me know how much you want for them. Thanks!
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 08-30-2011, 09:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,395
Posted By Jobu
Nice Article. I'm currently debating snow tires...

Nice Article. I'm currently debating snow tires for my new x5d. Considering siping...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-29-2011, 11:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,674
Posted By Jobu
I don't know the answer to your question! But...

I don't know the answer to your question! But I'm trying to find information about these adapters also!

I have an IP4 and 3GS. It seems like the adapters are so specific, I would need to buy...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-27-2011, 06:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,120
Posted By Jobu
I was quoted $30/tire, so it seems very...

I was quoted $30/tire, so it seems very reasonable to me.

I couldn't find any used sets on ebay, but if I can at least get some second hand rims, I'll probably get snows and deal with a conti goo...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-26-2011, 10:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,120
Posted By Jobu
Anyone tried "siping" their OEM all season tires?

I picked up my X5d yesterday and am loving it!

But, the tires are Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 RFT's which are much maligned on the Tire Rack forum regarding winter performance. Many folks I know...
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