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Forum: The Lounge 09-28-2007, 09:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 605
Posted By rbensmithX3
Dude--we're in the same boat. Hopefully your...

Dude--we're in the same boat. Hopefully your income is not tied to in-state business. I want to take a moment to extend my sincere thanks to Ford, GM and Chrysler, along with the UAW, for adding to...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 08-20-2007, 08:17 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,211
Posted By rbensmithX3
aftermarket tire replacement--pressure monitor?

Hello All,

I need to replace my tires on my 2005 X3. I assume that if I get them replaced at Costco instead of the dealership, this will not affect the warranty and the tire pressure monitor...
Forum: Xoutpost Meets 05-02-2007, 12:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,097
Posted By rbensmithX3
Just got back from there Sunday night. . .oh...

Just got back from there Sunday night. . .oh well, I have an X3 anyways. . .
Forum: The Lounge 04-13-2007, 01:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 947
Posted By rbensmithX3
FOR SALE: Rutgers Women's BBall iPods

If this was on ebay, what do you think would be on them?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-12-2007, 11:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,024
Posted By rbensmithX3
I assume you're talking about the 3M product. ....

I assume you're talking about the 3M product. . .I bought a used X3 and the previous owner had this done at the dealership. I never really notice it and it covers every nook and cranny on the hood,...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-11-2007, 11:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,269
Posted By rbensmithX3
It's only one night--we get in at around 3 PM in...

It's only one night--we get in at around 3 PM in time for Zentrum, and we'll leave the next morning early for HHI. Just need a place to eat other than Olive Garden. . .
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-11-2007, 10:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,269
Posted By rbensmithX3
Vacationing in Spartanburg. . .

Just got about 7 things touched up on the X3 and getting ready for a vacation in Hilton Head. We are taking I-75 South, so I figured an overnighter in Spartanburg is a must. Zentrum Museum is open...
Forum: The Lounge 02-08-2007, 10:39 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,720
Posted By rbensmithX3
Trek 5000 Carbon Road Bike. . .and I live in...

Trek 5000 Carbon Road Bike. . .and I live in Detroit.
Forum: The Lounge 01-29-2007, 08:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 637
Posted By rbensmithX3
Been there--it is cool. Very laid back, rainy,...

Been there--it is cool. Very laid back, rainy, but sunny, too. Neat town. I don't recommend Hilo on the other side. Played Hapuna Beach golf course near Kuna--did not play well--though "lava...
Forum: The Lounge 01-26-2007, 11:30 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,469
Posted By rbensmithX3
I'm a Detroiter, so I fled to Canada in 1998 to...

I'm a Detroiter, so I fled to Canada in 1998 to have it done with "latest" technology not yet approved in the US. At the time, the guy had done over 18,000 pairs of eyes. I sit here 9 years later,...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-22-2007, 05:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 20,382
Posted By rbensmithX3
Retrofitting the Nav is a ridiculous thing to do,...

Retrofitting the Nav is a ridiculous thing to do, especially since the technology is nothing compared to the Garmin Nuvi product. The Nuvi can be updated online, used in any vehicle, expandable for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-19-2007, 10:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,265
Posted By rbensmithX3
You are basically paying for a brake job in...

You are basically paying for a brake job in advance--ask your rep--that is the way they advertise it. You get some peace of mind, oil changes, free loaners, no hassels, etc. They also know what...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-18-2007, 08:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,420
Posted By rbensmithX3
Yes--dealer told me that they did hear a noise,...

Yes--dealer told me that they did hear a noise, and that it is common among X5's, but it was the first X3 that they had heard the squeaking sound in. They told me that "you could continue to drive...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-16-2007, 03:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,141
Posted By rbensmithX3
As a new poster just looking in from the outside,...

As a new poster just looking in from the outside, I would say that anyone nitpicking the new X5 is ENVIOUS of you, and anyone else who was smart enough to wait for the 07 instead of buying an 05 or...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-11-2007, 08:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,622
Posted By rbensmithX3
White X3: No restarting or anything unusual. ...

White X3: No restarting or anything unusual. Just a hesitation. They did not detect it in the first service call. Maybe next time. They are also replacing everything to do with the phone,...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-09-2007, 09:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,622
Posted By rbensmithX3
SERVICE UPDATE: Dropped off the car last...

SERVICE UPDATE:

Dropped off the car last night and drove around the lot with the tech. He acknowledged the squeaky steering sound and admitted that it is VERY common in X5's, but this was the...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-08-2007, 11:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,622
Posted By rbensmithX3
Thanks for your replies--I agree that these are...

Thanks for your replies--I agree that these are minor issues and nothing to be too concerned about. I orginally went in because of the squeaky steering wheel. They told me it was not a matter of...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-08-2007, 09:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,622
Posted By rbensmithX3
Going in for service today. . .here's my list:

2005 X3, 25,000 MILES--feel free to post comments:


STEERING MAKES SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN TURNING THROUGH SLOW TURNS (i.e. DRIVEWAY, PARKING LOT, ETC.)

DRIVER SIDE WINDOW IS SOMETIMES SLOW...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2007, 05:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,304
Posted By rbensmithX3
Looks sweet--I've been shopping for one for my...

Looks sweet--I've been shopping for one for my X3. What is the deal with the aluminum step on the tire? Where did that come from? Looks like a necessity. . .
Forum: The Lounge 12-29-2006, 12:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,279
Posted By rbensmithX3
About the Si. . .

Congrats on the new sweet ride. About the Civic Si. . .I sold my 2000 Electron Blue, 105K Miles, like new condition (only the CAI upgraded) on Autotrader.com in two weeks for $8800. The first kid...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 12-29-2006, 11:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,261
Posted By rbensmithX3
Don't take this the wrong way, but you need to...

Don't take this the wrong way, but you need to throw away your MP3 player and buy an iPod. This will solve your problems and your sound will be better than XM. Borrow someone's and try it out. ..
Forum: The Lounge 12-28-2006, 05:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,968
Posted By rbensmithX3
Just messing with you. . .I live in Detroit, but...

Just messing with you. . .I live in Detroit, but I've managed to erase all memories of Detroit iron. There is only one car company worth my hard earned money anymore: B M W.
Forum: The Lounge 12-28-2006, 04:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,968
Posted By rbensmithX3
What is a C6? :)

What is a C6? :)
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 12-27-2006, 03:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,696
Posted By rbensmithX3
2005 X3: Where are my speakers?

I know--this sounds like a stupid question, but could someone please point me to a thread or tell me where all of the speakers are in a 2005 X3, stock audio? I know there are 4 in the doors, but I...
Forum: Other BMWs 12-26-2006, 03:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,784
Posted By rbensmithX3
Dude--this is such a sweet ride. . .

Dude--this is such a sweet ride. . .
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