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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-16-2012, 05:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,308
Posted By anthonytexas
He's awesome! Clean shop. Reasonable prices. My...

He's awesome! Clean shop. Reasonable prices. My X5 looks like a DaeWoo amongst all the Mercedes, Porches, and Maynards.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-16-2012, 05:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,863
Posted By anthonytexas
What needed replacing was the 'spring case...

What needed replacing was the 'spring case housing'. Cost $140 for labor and OEM BMW parts. Sweet! The indie got me in and out in 2 days. I recommend this guy if you are in the Houston area. Sure,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-16-2012, 05:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 18,485
Posted By anthonytexas
Same problem here with the fast blinking. Front...

Same problem here with the fast blinking. Front turn signal bulb went out. Bought amber ones from Autozone. Followed instructions here: http://www.xoutpost.com/articles/x5/l...placement.html...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-16-2012, 01:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 11,328
Posted By anthonytexas
Finally synced! Persistence pays off. Just kept...

Finally synced! Persistence pays off. Just kept on clicking 'Search for Device' on my HTC over and over and over again for a couple of days.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-02-2012, 11:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,863
Posted By anthonytexas
My guy mentioned a spring needed to be changed...

My guy mentioned a spring needed to be changed first before he can do further diagnosis. He mentioned the spring fix might just solve my problem and I'll be done. If not, then he'll look at the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-02-2012, 11:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 15,518
Posted By anthonytexas
Had an indie mechanic installed the tank for...

Had an indie mechanic installed the tank for $120. Instruction on this board was straightforward enough for DYI, but I didn't want the hassle. Tank works like charm. No more low fluid lights :-)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-02-2012, 11:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 11,328
Posted By anthonytexas
I just got the HTC Amaze and I can't seem to pair...

I just got the HTC Amaze and I can't seem to pair either. My phone can't find the BMW, but can find other Bluetooth cars/devices in the parking lot. I paired my HTC Touch Pro with no problem over a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-26-2012, 12:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,863
Posted By anthonytexas
Squeaking is getting worse. Even when not...

Squeaking is getting worse. Even when not squeaking, it's like Chinese Water Torture; ears perked up anticipating the next sound. Very nerve racking. Definitely not the 'ultimate experience' by any...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-16-2012, 08:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,863
Posted By anthonytexas
Hey, I think I might be having the same issue....

Hey, I think I might be having the same issue. When turning right onto an inclined driveway, I would get this horribly loud squeaking noise coming from the left back tire area. It's always the right...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-16-2012, 08:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,308
Posted By anthonytexas
Thanks! I'll check him out.

Thanks! I'll check him out.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-22-2011, 04:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,817
Posted By anthonytexas
How about another analogy: Ike and Tina. I'm...

How about another analogy: Ike and Tina. I'm starting to feel like Tina but I just can't bare to be without Ike. Somebody help me.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-22-2011, 03:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 20,279
Posted By anthonytexas
Got my x5 back. Refused all fixes since I believe...

Got my x5 back. Refused all fixes since I believe the compressor was something they should have caught a month ago. Will be taking this up with their service manager and BMW and Facebook (they'll...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-22-2011, 03:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,128
Posted By anthonytexas
Got my x5 back from dealer today. As part of the...

Got my x5 back from dealer today. As part of the AC fix / refix, they noticed that my fan belts and compressor belts were bad. According to them, that's where the noises were coming from. They...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-22-2011, 03:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 15,518
Posted By anthonytexas
Just placed my order for an expansion tank with...

Just placed my order for an expansion tank with RockAuto. Looking forward to doing it myself thanks to the great postings here.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-21-2011, 09:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 20,279
Posted By anthonytexas
The news came back today. AC fix requires a new...

The news came back today. AC fix requires a new compressor, which amazingly worked fine a month ago when my car was still under warranty and they fixed my AC with a new condenser. As for the leak,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-16-2011, 05:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,308
Posted By anthonytexas
Good Indie Mechanic in Houston

I did a google several came back. I was wondering anyone on this forum can recommend one that they personally used and trusted. I'm out of warranty on my 2005 X5 and probably going to need some...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-16-2011, 05:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 20,279
Posted By anthonytexas
The AC repair was a little over a month ago. I...

The AC repair was a little over a month ago. I don't know if they will admit any wrongdoing. It's in the shop now. I'm crossing my fingers.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-13-2011, 01:39 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 13,536
Posted By anthonytexas
I know post is a year old, but my clicking noise...

I know post is a year old, but my clicking noise just started last month. I'm out of warranty, so is the consensus here that this is just a plain annoyance issue? If so, I can learn to live with it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-13-2011, 01:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,128
Posted By anthonytexas
Yeah, I'm getting clicking noises too! Noticed it...

Yeah, I'm getting clicking noises too! Noticed it about a month ago. Usually clicking noises is pronounced on startup and the engine is idle. My wife pointed it out to me when she was in the garage...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-13-2011, 12:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 20,279
Posted By anthonytexas
Wow, I'm experiencing coolant leaks as well....

Wow, I'm experiencing coolant leaks as well. Started about 3 weeks ago and I started using Prestone Pre-Mixed. Almost finished the bottle today. I definitely see some fluid coming from the bottom of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-13-2011, 12:25 PM
Replies: 1,116
Views: 232,300
Posted By anthonytexas
2005. CPO at 27,500mi in March 2009. Current at...

2005. CPO at 27,500mi in March 2009. Current at 97,500. Look forward to the big 100k. Since purchase, here the list of things I had done:

1. Water pump
2. Brakes (2x)
3. Battery (I pay)
4....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-01-2010, 12:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,106
Posted By anthonytexas
Thanks, aeggroup. I didn't realized you can...

Thanks, aeggroup. I didn't realized you can 'sandwich tricked' (Room Upgrades in Las Vegas Casino Hotels (http://www.frontdesktip.com/)) a BMW SA. Guess worth a try. I'm almost certain BMW will...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-01-2010, 12:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,106
Posted By anthonytexas
I just wanted to confirm if the Battery is indeed...

I just wanted to confirm if the Battery is indeed covered. The Service guy told me 'No' it was not and quoted me $450 to change my battery which died this weekend. My ride is the 2005 X5. I got it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-01-2010, 11:30 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 19,815
Posted By anthonytexas
Okay, I want to chime in now. I am 1 more...

Okay, I want to chime in now. I am 1 more service visit to the dealership from calling my 2005 X5 3.0i a POS. I've always wanted an X5 because I thought I has classic, elegant look about it. And...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-02-2009, 05:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,101
Posted By anthonytexas
USB jack in '05 X5

I've recently had the pleaure of driving a 325 loaner car while my 2005 X5 was getting serviced. My X5 did not have cd player or aux jack. It does have a nifty cassette tape player behind the GPS...
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