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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-24-2012, 12:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,657
Posted By midwesterner
Thermostat went out...should I replace the entire cooling system?

Hi everyone,

My themostat is stuck open on my 2006 X5 3.0. i have about 75K miles on the clock and I am considering doing some preventative maintenance.

I was thinking that I should also...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2012, 12:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,241
Posted By midwesterner
Thanks SlickGT, I intend to do the entire cooling...

Thanks SlickGT, I intend to do the entire cooling system overhaul. Unfortunately, I am 250 miles from home visiting family. When I get home, I am going to use the opportunity to do some preventative...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2012, 02:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,241
Posted By midwesterner
Hi everyone, I am having the exact same symptoms...

Hi everyone, I am having the exact same symptoms so I am guessing I need to replace my thermostat. I was wondering if I wait (drive a few hundred miles), will there be any fatal issues or problems...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-26-2009, 05:47 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 23,092
Posted By midwesterner
great thread and very helpful. Subscribed and...

great thread and very helpful. Subscribed and bump for any updates....
Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale 08-10-2009, 12:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,698
Posted By midwesterner
will this fit a 2006 3.0

will this fit a 2006 3.0
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-08-2009, 07:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 658
Posted By midwesterner
Thanks Werewolf, Chicago is absolutely beautiful...

Thanks Werewolf, Chicago is absolutely beautiful in the summer and has a lot of great things to offer. I am sure my tune will change in 6 months.

Killcrap and themoth, thanks for the offer and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-08-2009, 03:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 658
Posted By midwesterner
Just Moved to Chicago!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Its been a while since I have posted but I am finally done moving and started working in Chicago.

Can anyone recommend a good independant shop that does work on our X5?

Also, I need to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-18-2009, 01:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 534
Posted By midwesterner
Transporting Vehicle....

Hi everyone,
I am considering transporting my X5 using one of the many trucking companies. Does anyone have any good or bad experience using open air transport and do you have any recommendations? I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-24-2008, 03:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 940
Posted By midwesterner
http://www.xoutpost.com/bsws-mobile-electronics-for...

http://www.xoutpost.com/bsws-mobile-electronics-forum/25667-got-double-din-all-finially.html?highlight=pioneer

I would suggest taking a look at the Pioneer AVIC-D2 (this is a good search term):
...
Forum: Detailing Forum 09-11-2008, 01:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,697
Posted By midwesterner
Jerez Black

Jerez Black
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-22-2008, 04:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,816
Posted By midwesterner
^agreed I usually spend a good amount of...

^agreed

I usually spend a good amount of time with a detail adding wax or some type of sealant. That will protect the paint for a few weeks between my handwashes.....I would highly recommend...
Forum: The Lounge 07-16-2008, 03:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 459
Posted By midwesterner
Need body shop in DC metro area

A friend of mine has a honda and did not pass inspection because his bumper was not properly attached. The honda dealer is charging him ~$700 to get a new bumper since they said it was beyond repair....
Forum: Other BMWs 07-16-2008, 02:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,490
Posted By midwesterner
its not bad but its not great. I may have to see...

its not bad but its not great. I may have to see it in person for it to grow on me, but I really like the direction Audi has gone in with its newer designs. They are really smacking BMW in that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-15-2008, 09:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,459
Posted By midwesterner
I suppose it depends on where you want to put the...

I suppose it depends on where you want to put the DICE unit. In my case, I got the DICE unit with the radio interface (as opposed to the trunk interface). This entails taking the head unit out of the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-14-2008, 01:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,459
Posted By midwesterner
I am in 22201 in Arlington. I would offer my...

I am in 22201 in Arlington. I would offer my place, but I live in a condo and my garage is public so it may not be the best in terms of getting set up. Were you planning on doing this install on your...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-14-2008, 12:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,459
Posted By midwesterner
I have no digital dsp. I have looked on some...

I have no digital dsp. I have looked on some websites and seen the install and perhaps it could be pretty straight forward. There were two versions of the DICE (the trunk and the radio interface). I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-14-2008, 11:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,459
Posted By midwesterner
Well, I finally got it............

So I finally got around to ordering the DICE Silverline unit. I am not sure whether I should intsall it myself or take it to Car Trendz

Anyone have more feedback on Car Trendz?

Thanks!!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-15-2008, 09:57 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,325
Posted By midwesterner
I have a 3.0 with 10,000 miles on it

My wife and I do about 100% city driving and get around 14 mpg. Ouch!
Forum: The Lounge 03-16-2008, 04:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,128
Posted By midwesterner
Wow, what a beauty!

Thanks for the pics. That is one beautiful ride. Your rims are perfect, are they HREs??

I was thinking of getting the CLS 550. I realize that the 335 is not a fair comparison to the CLS. But...
Forum: The Lounge 03-14-2008, 01:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,128
Posted By midwesterner
Need help deciding on new car-335i vs CLS

Okay, I think this would be a good place to hear peoples opinions and experiences. I realize this is a highly biased BMW crowd, but I am looking for another car with a backseat. I am pretty impressed...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2008, 06:11 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 29,574
Posted By midwesterner
Does this problem exist in later model years such...

Does this problem exist in later model years such as 2005 or 2006 X5 3.0s?

I have heard of this issue in 3.0 liter 5 series and X5 as late as 2003!!!!

I know at least a few people that have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-20-2008, 12:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 587
Posted By midwesterner
Need an Exhaust Shop/Welder in DC area

Well, the Mod bug has gotten to me as well. I have decided to put on some chrome oval tips on my 3.0 to give it a nice look.

Can anyone recommend a good shop that charges reasonable prices in...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2007, 06:06 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,047
Posted By midwesterner
whooohooo! Need some pics after this thread...It...

whooohooo! Need some pics after this thread...It was like a movie!:2thumbs: :excited:
Forum: Other BMWs 10-19-2007, 10:37 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,701
Posted By midwesterner
I agree its a cool little car, which appeals to...

I agree its a cool little car, which appeals to anyone wanting a lighter more nible car than the current e90, but the rear end looks wack.........

The shape of the E92 just looks more elegant....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-30-2007, 08:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 771
Posted By midwesterner
Thanks everyone for the great suggestions. The...

Thanks everyone for the great suggestions. The DIY sound good, but they fill up really fast!!
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