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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-28-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,034
Posted By kaput
If they do, please met me know. I am seriously...

If they do, please met me know. I am seriously interested in them.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-21-2018, 02:00 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 24,141
Posted By kaput
Odd thing is, my X5 has run flats and the spare...

Odd thing is, my X5 has run flats and the spare tire kit. I guess I'm double covered.

I kinda wanna ditch the spare and get the storage bin to replace it, you know for more storage.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-21-2018, 09:38 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 24,141
Posted By kaput
I thought you looked familiar... :p:

I thought you looked familiar... :p:
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-20-2018, 08:45 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 24,141
Posted By kaput
My point was not to start a flame war, but a...

My point was not to start a flame war, but a person of his stature in the community should know that you can just click the back button, and not post. It's really that simple.

I don't want to hate...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-20-2018, 02:01 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 24,141
Posted By kaput
Newbie? Kid you are in for a shock. Actually, I...

Newbie? Kid you are in for a shock. Actually, I can't say you are a kid. The majority of this forum appears to be middle aged men who can't turn a wrench, asking for help because they have no idea...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-20-2018, 09:31 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 24,141
Posted By kaput
OP, I too am intrigued about run flats. Never had...

OP, I too am intrigued about run flats. Never had them. I have always driven sportier stuff, recently sold my M3 to get my X5 as I needed a bigger more comfortable vehicle, and I got the Michelin...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-20-2018, 09:26 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 24,141
Posted By kaput
And this kind of reaction is why this forum is...

And this kind of reaction is why this forum is kinda crap. I have never seen a forum dedicated to a car type with such angry members, with no interest in discussing anything.

Honestly, what would...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-03-2018, 01:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,941
Posted By kaput
Its not as much a plunger as a solenoid...

Its not as much a plunger as a solenoid controlled shutter, like that of a camera. When you apply 12v to the solenoid, the shutter flips out of the way, to allow the light produced from the bulb, and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-23-2018, 10:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,223
Posted By kaput
No. Air in the system would not cause the tank to...

No. Air in the system would not cause the tank to burst, as the tank is designed to vent excess pressure in an overheating or high temp event.

My tank broke while sitting in my driveway updating...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-04-2018, 11:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,604
Posted By kaput
I realize it won't be like the M3 at all, but out...

I realize it won't be like the M3 at all, but out of habit (owned the M3 for 7 years) I go to grab a paddle once and a while. I always thought it might be useful at times, or just useful for me...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-04-2018, 02:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,604
Posted By kaput
Coming from an SMG M3, I would love to add this...

Coming from an SMG M3, I would love to add this even just for the familiarity.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-20-2017, 12:29 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,082
Posted By kaput
Not true. I think you could get away without...

Not true. I think you could get away without drilling anything honestly. I think a little dampening of the lid might be in order, but it can't be that hard. Maybe a sheet of dynamat placed above...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-16-2017, 01:07 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,082
Posted By kaput
My brother built a custom shaped box in his 2006...

My brother built a custom shaped box in his 2006 Rabbit. We replaced the under the floor styrofoam panels with a wood box, the same height and installed a pair of Kicker 8" woofers.

I know it is...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-16-2017, 12:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,771
Posted By kaput
I think I'm doing the 4 note train horn sounding...

I think I'm doing the 4 note train horn sounding Buick/Cadillac horn upgrade. I'll move them to the front of the car, trumpets facing down through the lower grill opening.

I live in a college town...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-15-2017, 11:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,771
Posted By kaput
I did a quick search and the 1988 Buick Park...

I did a quick search and the 1988 Buick Park Avenue has a 4 horn setup, running notes F, A, D, C making a train horn noise while using regular non air horns.

Sounds amazing. Can be had used...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-15-2017, 01:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,771
Posted By kaput
I bought a Fiamm on eBay years ago for my M3. ...

I bought a Fiamm on eBay years ago for my M3.

135dB was plenty loud, but it sounded like a Lamborghini... Just saying.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-14-2017, 10:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,213
Posted By kaput
Things seem ok. The tank was replaced and I drove...

Things seem ok. The tank was replaced and I drove it twice (once through the snow on the way home) and all is well. I assumed it would be easy. Thanks for the help AlphaBeta. It's not that I am...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-14-2017, 10:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,860
Posted By kaput
That is absolutely insane. I owned a 2002 M3 with...

That is absolutely insane. I owned a 2002 M3 with the S54 engine. I didn't put $3K into it in over 7 years. My subframe was fine, VANOS held up. I replaced my SMG pump with a used one (only the motor...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-13-2017, 04:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,213
Posted By kaput
Well, so far so good. Replaced the entire tank,...

Well, so far so good. Replaced the entire tank, from BMW. $130 which I didn't think was bad with all sensors and new o-rings. Just topped it off with coolant, drove it up to temp (using the scan...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-13-2017, 11:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,213
Posted By kaput
Can you conform that the E70 has the same...

Can you conform that the E70 has the same thermostat for the trans cooler as an E53, as there are no manual E70s in the world?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-13-2017, 02:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,213
Posted By kaput
I know about the venting procedure. The X5 is my...

I know about the venting procedure. The X5 is my 4th BMW. I just wanted to know if anything specific and unique about the X5s made them get leaks.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-12-2017, 11:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,213
Posted By kaput
Coolant leak without warning

So my new to me X5 has a leak. Im gonna try and find it tomorrow during the day in hopes I can fix it quick. I was updating my GPS maps with the vehicle running (It's 22 degrees here so temp is not...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-06-2017, 11:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,076
Posted By kaput
Like Matte Blue Metallic, or any other odd combo....

Like Matte Blue Metallic, or any other odd combo. Some wraps look fantastic because they are so out there.

Here is an example.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XeQM-wG3Ufw
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-05-2017, 05:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,357
Posted By kaput
I really don't know what warnings the car give,...

I really don't know what warnings the car give, and as far as I read, the scan gauge will not warn you.

I hooked it up and was delighted to see the temp there. I just wanna better install other...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-03-2017, 11:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,233
Posted By kaput
I personally have had a TFX swap done by Caeser....

I personally have had a TFX swap done by Caeser. One of the best things I ever did. I feel like this is something I want to undertake, be the first, and have something special. Maybe if I find out...
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