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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-06-2017, 11:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,783
Posted By Socale39
I’ve been considering doing mine in Nardo Grey...

I’ve been considering doing mine in Nardo Grey since I haven’t seen an X5 in that color.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-06-2017, 02:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,783
Posted By Socale39
Truth is matte black died years ago and there’s...

Truth is matte black died years ago and there’s nothing really original about it. I can think of a dozen other color options that would be far better.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-03-2017, 09:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,109
Posted By Socale39
LOL Would you guys rather I wear a mechanics jump...

LOL Would you guys rather I wear a mechanics jump suit when creating DIY videos? I wore what I wore for a reason, and that was to portray the ease of the task. Can always count on ARD finding...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-02-2017, 12:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,755
Posted By Socale39
For those complaints about brake dust but still...

For those complaints about brake dust but still want OEM feel, I would highly suggest looking into Textar ePad. After much research I decided to be the genuine a pig and never regretted it. These...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-02-2017, 01:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,629
Posted By Socale39
Ard is right people! AD has electric controlled...

Ard is right people! AD has electric controlled dampening for both front and rear shocks. Looking at OPs rear shock that was removed, he does not have AD so of course no error codes. If you have AD...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-23-2017, 01:22 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 41,512
Posted By Socale39
Btw to clean carbon deposits, I found that...

Btw to clean carbon deposits, I found that acetone did an excellent job when I cleaned my manifold.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-13-2017, 10:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,257
Posted By Socale39
Typical dealer BS. Ask yourself, do you think all...

Typical dealer BS. Ask yourself, do you think all those charge lines are faulty? Probably not so why would the dealer suggest replacing all of them.....because they haven't isolated the issue. You...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-13-2017, 12:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,560
Posted By Socale39
Here's another option to easy DEF refilling: ...

Here's another option to easy DEF refilling:
https://youtu.be/DAK5VJOO0Dk
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-13-2017, 12:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,257
Posted By Socale39
When you say turbo hoses please be a little more...

When you say turbo hoses please be a little more specific....vacuum control lines or charge hoses?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-12-2017, 01:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,516
Posted By Socale39
I was skeptical as to how they would look but I...

I was skeptical as to how they would look but I actually like the design. Fortunately I feel my lights are bright enough and having the Adaptive function is nice.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-12-2017, 12:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,639
Posted By Socale39
I'll be getting the rear springs out of storage...

I'll be getting the rear springs out of storage this weekend to make measurements to hopefully identify the right kit and will report back.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-10-2017, 08:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,083
Posted By Socale39
They can look up your vehicle in the system to...

They can look up your vehicle in the system to see if it falls under the extension so no letter needed. However that being said dealers sometimes aren't the easiest to work with so I usually keep the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-04-2017, 10:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,442
Posted By Socale39
I'm running swift springs and still feel it's...

I'm running swift springs and still feel it's somewhat bouncy. I've tried various settings and BC told me to run it at 3 from full soft and break in for about 250mi. Should be there by next weekend...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-04-2017, 08:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,442
Posted By Socale39
What settings are you using for the rear? I'm...

What settings are you using for the rear? I'm still settling in the springs however the rear feels a little bouncy at the moment. Also, do you know the spring rates for the rear on the E53 kit?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-04-2017, 06:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,442
Posted By Socale39
Vehicle pics have been added

Vehicle pics have been added
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-02-2017, 06:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,442
Posted By Socale39
Added rear installation video. Working on putting...

Added rear installation video. Working on putting together front installation video then some more pics this time of the vehicle.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-30-2017, 07:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,442
Posted By Socale39
Updates and pics coming very soon. Haven't done...

Updates and pics coming very soon. Haven't done much as Harvey was set to hit San Antonio so I threw some stuff in storage and was keeping the X5 protected in the garage. I'll be adding some videos...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-27-2017, 04:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,143
Posted By Socale39
I just posted a thread about towing and using...

I just posted a thread about towing and using helper springs. The kit is only $100 and I think it would help with your problem. I was thinking of trying this myself.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-27-2017, 10:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,639
Posted By Socale39
E70 X5 Helping Spring Towing Load Option

I've been thinking of various ways to get the best lowered suspension I can without dropping $3-5k on full air suspension setup. As some of you know I have been already testing various setups with my...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-25-2017, 12:38 AM
Replies: 1,102
Views: 204,449
Posted By Socale39
Looking at those vacuum lines, may want to...

Looking at those vacuum lines, may want to consider replacing those soon too.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-24-2017, 03:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,560
Posted By Socale39
Drops mic......:D

Drops mic......:D
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-23-2017, 02:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,355
Posted By Socale39
Also check your high pressure line to the...

Also check your high pressure line to the distribution block just above the front turbo. This is a common area where leaks tend to start.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-23-2017, 12:39 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 35,605
Posted By Socale39
Here's a video I put together for the procedure...

Here's a video I put together for the procedure for LCI models:

https://youtu.be/ANdhbR3S4D0
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-22-2017, 01:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,755
Posted By Socale39
ARD is on point with his last post. I have a 35d...

ARD is on point with his last post. I have a 35d and have done my own maintenance and have personally removed the intake system, done my own CBU cleaning and replaced all vacuum lines and can tell...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-19-2017, 08:49 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 35,605
Posted By Socale39
A couple pics of the latest for Zeus ...

A couple pics of the latest for Zeus

http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r211/socale39/2011%20X5/Suspension/IMG_5267_SML_zpsvm6ub45u.jpg...
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