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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-19-2019, 01:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,866
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Following. I have CCC and the android 10inch...

Following. I have CCC and the android 10inch unit. I want to upgrade the controller to the CIC version (need to program it to my CCC system), but I figure it will work just fine when in android mode....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-11-2019, 12:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,729
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
I hear ya on the tint darkness. My tint is...

I hear ya on the tint darkness. My tint is technically not legal here in GA, but have been good so far. 35% should look fine though. I just hated that the fronts weren't tinted and the backs were...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-08-2019, 12:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,729
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Yep, the taillights appear reddish at the turn...

Yep, the taillights appear reddish at the turn signal piece, but they glow amber colored (I personally prefer that over the red)

I have 20% tint all around. It looks really good on the car.

As...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-07-2019, 10:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 988
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Have an '08 with 134k miles so... As far as...

Have an '08 with 134k miles so...

As far as the backup camera goes, look in the settings, I believe there is a way to disable the camera feed and just show graphics (just switch it back).
...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-06-2019, 08:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,729
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Snapped some pics. Not the greatest, but they...

Snapped some pics. Not the greatest, but they look OE and the light bars have an even color to the eye. They're sharper looking too in person. I took it to the dealer and they were surprised how...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-06-2019, 12:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,729
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Will do once I get off work. & yes, I enjoy...

Will do once I get off work.

& yes, I enjoy unlocking the car and seeing the LCI LED bars glow as opposed to the pre-LCI strips. Sure, I don't see them while driving, but they're there for...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-06-2019, 11:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,729
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
I've had the Depo for 2 years now. No problems at...

I've had the Depo for 2 years now. No problems at all. Due to limited garage space, car is parked outside. No leaks or cracks, etc. Great upgrade!
Forum: BMW SAV Items Wanted to Buy 10-30-2018, 12:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,006
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
I have a full set of rear pre-lci tails that are...

I have a full set of rear pre-lci tails that are in top condition
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-22-2018, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,628
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Keep us posted. I have an '08 and the camera is...

Keep us posted. I have an '08 and the camera is dreadful at night. My fiancee jokes that if a murder took place behind the car, you couldn't use that footage because it's so grainy.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-25-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,865
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Hey! It's a Pre-LCI set. I could do $150 +...

Hey! It's a Pre-LCI set. I could do $150 + shipping for the set.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-24-2018, 09:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,865
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Very easy to install. I have a full set I can...

Very easy to install. I have a full set I can sell you. Perfect condition without any discoloration. Came off my E70.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-29-2018, 08:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 15,427
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
I Had the same problem, and it required replacing...

I Had the same problem, and it required replacing the HID control unit ( the special ballast dedicated to the HID).
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-20-2018, 09:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,849
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
I currently have it in my car and it is in mostly...

I currently have it in my car and it is in mostly great condition. A few minor cracks that are not that visible, and no issues with coating, etc. I'd be willing to sell my set to you. I want the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-18-2018, 12:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,876
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Not super easy to replace. Getting the headlights...

Not super easy to replace. Getting the headlights out is a challenge, and then removing the lens is tedious. The results are worth the effort though.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-09-2018, 09:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,876
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Yes you can remove them. Need to cut the old...

Yes you can remove them. Need to cut the old lenses off. I used a dremel. Changed lenses and painted the internals and added a new led halo while I had them out. Worth doing it!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-26-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,785
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
I think your car is trying to tell us it has...

I think your car is trying to tell us it has chosen a new Pope :D
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-22-2018, 12:34 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,795
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Had my own number of issues like that, and was...

Had my own number of issues like that, and was solved by replacing the transfer case actuator gear. It's a little plastic wheel that has the teeth wear out over time (known issue on the X platform)....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-28-2018, 04:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,174
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Yes! Everything is back in working order.

Yes! Everything is back in working order.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-23-2018, 10:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,174
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
^ This. Happened to me as well. Purchased a...

^ This. Happened to me as well. Purchased a ballast online and having it installed this weekend.
Forum: BMW SAV Items Wanted to Buy 02-21-2018, 04:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,133
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Is your rack still avail?

Is your rack still avail?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-31-2017, 07:40 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 21,585
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Hey! I'm currently talking to AlpineD about this....

Hey! I'm currently talking to AlpineD about this. There is a definite possibility to get this going. My only concern is that I'm not a Pro-- however, I've messed around with headlights a good bit in...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-31-2017, 07:38 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 21,585
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
sent PM back!

sent PM back!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-27-2017, 07:48 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,253
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
They give loaners here in Atlanta as well for...

They give loaners here in Atlanta as well for this recall. I had my driver side done and have an appointment on the 8th for the passenger side. They are providing a loaner since the process involves...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-18-2017, 08:11 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 21,585
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Update: 9 months and no issues at all. No leaking...

Update: 9 months and no issues at all. No leaking or issues with the LEDs. Worthwhile upgrade!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-29-2017, 01:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,317
Posted By 5Xtheproblems
Have an 08 3.0... Love this thing. Am sitting at...

Have an 08 3.0... Love this thing. Am sitting at 115k miles right now. Car is rock solid. Not to mention, it is so easy to make it look like an LCI (if that matters to you). I simply added a $500 Nav...
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