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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-16-2014, 03:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,088
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
In my experience, Craigslist-type sellers are...

In my experience, Craigslist-type sellers are some of the most inconsiderate people out there. Not sure if most of them are just trying to hedge their bets or what, but I've had some really...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-06-2014, 11:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,969
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
From an age/wear standpoint, by the time one...

From an age/wear standpoint, by the time one goes, the other is probably pretty close (unless it was previously replaced for some reason). It really just comes down to whether you want to spend the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-06-2014, 10:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,969
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
The parts cost is the real raping. Go here and...

The parts cost is the real raping. Go here and order a pair of the correct springs: https://www.arnottindustries.com/part_BMW_yid21_pid137.html As many here will vouch, the quality is just as good...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-15-2014, 12:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,038
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Meh. Needs a bigger screen. He should have just...

Meh. Needs a bigger screen. He should have just mounted a 40+ inch flat panel on top of the dash, and then used some forward-facing cameras so he could use picture-in-picture or split screen to see...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-04-2014, 03:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,550
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
That's going to be a universal problem for any...

That's going to be a universal problem for any aftermarket head unit.

I've got a Pioneer AppRadio that I'm not a big fan of. At some point I'm going to bite the bullet and get an AVIN--they...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-01-2014, 10:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,993
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
I plasti-dipped mine gunmetal (on silver). The...

I plasti-dipped mine gunmetal (on silver). The front grilles have held up surprisingly well for the past year. The hood grilles, however, were a pain the the butt, and it's starting to bubble up...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2014, 07:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,257
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Well, if the choices were (1) continue to try to...

Well, if the choices were (1) continue to try to use the now 9-year-old factory technology (and crappy sound) on my 2005, (2) trade my X in on a Chevy Cruze, or (3) take my chances that the Avin's...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2014, 12:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,257
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Good thread (with install pics) started here: ...

Good thread (with install pics) started here:

http://www.xoutpost.com/electronics/mobile-electronics-forum/94923-bmw-x5-e53-full-android-gps-navigation-system.html

I'm looking at an Avin as an...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-28-2014, 05:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,695
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Nothing special about mine, but I love this...

Nothing special about mine, but I love this picture of it with the way the sun is hitting it and the filtering through the Snapseed app:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-31-2014, 03:13 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,590
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Not after you spend two full days with some Goo...

Not after you spend two full days with some Goo Gone and some scrapers trying to get all the double-sided adhesive off.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-31-2014, 03:10 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,590
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Good God. I just noticed that he actually...

Good God. I just noticed that he actually managed to chrome ALL OF HIS VENT LOUVERS. I'm not even mad anymore...that's amazing.

http://images.craigslist.org/00g0g_bfIvToNKMav_600x450.jpg
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-31-2014, 01:44 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,590
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Ugliest E53 on the market?

I was cruising through my local BMW-related Craigslist postings, and happened upon this unfortunate "beauty". My favorite part is the "$4000 in after market extras and chrome accessories: all BMW...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-31-2014, 01:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,480
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Here's a company in the States that does some...

Here's a company in the States that does some nice custom work:

E39-46 M Sport Steering Wheel (http://cobywheel.com/e39-46-m-sport-steering-wheel.html)

I don't have any personal experience, but...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-14-2014, 12:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,351
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
I know the E46 performance shifter is a direct...

I know the E46 performance shifter is a direct swap.

getBMWparts.com - Exceptional Pricing | Unparalleled Service | Genuine BMW Parts...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-07-2013, 06:04 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,824
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Still going strong. No flicker or heat issues...

Still going strong. No flicker or heat issues that I've noticed.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-31-2013, 10:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,767
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
That's interesting. What kind? I thought I had...

That's interesting. What kind? I thought I had a bypass installed, in that I can watch Netflix, MLB.tv, etc. without it being in Park, but I still have to tap "OK" on a couple warning screens...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-29-2013, 04:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,767
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Any double-din unit you get is going to look...

Any double-din unit you get is going to look pretty much exactly like that Kenwood setup in the video you linked. Mine has that exact same bezel, it's just flipped so the narrower part is across the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-28-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 38,900
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
I happened to luck upon the set including my 19mm...

I happened to luck upon the set including my 19mm socket at this tiny little mom-and-pop, super-specialty store called "Lowe's". Some really obscure manufacturer called "Kobalt".
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-28-2013, 12:42 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 38,900
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Before the OP goes any further in making the rest...

Before the OP goes any further in making the rest of you think Midwesterners are idiots and/or consummate BS'ers, I'd just like to go on record as saying that I have had NO problems whatsoever...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-02-2013, 10:21 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 32,931
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Does anyone know if either of these units support...

Does anyone know if either of these units support any streaming audio services (Spotify, Pandora, etc.) with control from the unit's screen? In other words, sure I could stream music from my phone...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-18-2013, 05:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 14,758
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
I have a problem with what I assume is the same...

I have a problem with what I assume is the same sensor, only kind of the opposite--mine is WAY too sensitive. It causes the car to ding at me with a "FASTEN SEAT BELT" warning whenever I set...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-17-2013, 09:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 15,792
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Mine is a 2005 with just under 79,000 miles. I...

Mine is a 2005 with just under 79,000 miles. I don't know about any previous suspension work, as I've only had it for about six months and wasn't privy to prior service records when I bought it.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2013, 03:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,342
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Seconded.

Seconded.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-20-2013, 11:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,891
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
Do you not have security agreements as part of...

Do you not have security agreements as part of these contracts? If you're getting purchase-money security interests in whatever products you're making, and filing the appropriate financing...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-20-2013, 11:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,891
Posted By Sweep_the_Leg
You're not going to find many banks who will hand...

You're not going to find many banks who will hand out loans to newly formed businesses with no collateral and no personal guarantees.
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