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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2011, 12:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,885
Posted By sprocket1200
once you get a real winter setup, you never go...

once you get a real winter setup, you never go back...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2011, 12:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,977
Posted By sprocket1200
washing it will do nearly the same thing as you...

washing it will do nearly the same thing as you wash off a few pounds of dirt...

since you seem to be more atuned to your ride than most, i think the difference would be more in the 5hp range. ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2011, 12:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,499
Posted By sprocket1200
yes, in general stay away from new model year...

yes, in general stay away from new model year design changes. your e53 06 was perfect as bmw had years to change the little things. get a recent e70 not a 07 or 08.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-01-2011, 03:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,885
Posted By sprocket1200
they will fit. don't worry how they look as you...

they will fit. don't worry how they look as you look like an idiot in the ditch with any size tires.

get the winter set up and join the rest of us in not slowing everyone else down like those who...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-28-2010, 12:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,176
Posted By sprocket1200
don't forget the dielectric grease

don't forget the dielectric grease
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-28-2010, 12:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,336
Posted By sprocket1200
mxv4's lack in any temperature nearing freezing...

mxv4's lack in any temperature nearing freezing or below. with snow or ice the difference is even more amazing...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-28-2010, 12:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,481
Posted By sprocket1200
lucky , do a search, tons of info on it. 3.0L is...

lucky , do a search, tons of info on it. 3.0L is easy DIY for oil changes and spark plugs etc.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2010, 12:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,400
Posted By sprocket1200
why would you do it yourself if you can have it...

why would you do it yourself if you can have it done for free under warranty at the stealer? you even get their coffee, muffins, and internet all free.

something doesn't add up here...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2010, 04:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,400
Posted By sprocket1200
I would guess thermostat. just take it back and...

I would guess thermostat. just take it back and have it fixed under warranty.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-25-2010, 11:36 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 12,324
Posted By sprocket1200
wow, beautiful new x5! that is the exact one I...

wow, beautiful new x5! that is the exact one I would buy. How much are those running for these days?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-25-2010, 11:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,481
Posted By sprocket1200
learn how to DIY and those service prices drop. ...

learn how to DIY and those service prices drop. oil service will be more like $50 USD. the 3.0L is super easy to maintain and DIY. I would look for a 2004 MY or newer as there were significant...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2010, 12:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,316
Posted By sprocket1200
um, i think u mean, Amish...

um, i think u mean, Amish...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-19-2010, 01:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,637
Posted By sprocket1200
you can get oem 17 or 18 rims on craigslist super...

you can get oem 17 or 18 rims on craigslist super cheap (like $200 for all four). just be patient and snap them up.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-18-2010, 03:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,722
Posted By sprocket1200
no need to wait for snow to give us a report. ...

no need to wait for snow to give us a report. you should be able to feel the difference as the temperature approaches freezing in the dry or wet. if it is not a night and day difference, something...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-16-2010, 09:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,007
Posted By sprocket1200
not a lemon, common faults with x5. now that...

not a lemon, common faults with x5. now that they are repaired, enjoy!!!!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-14-2010, 12:05 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,465
Posted By sprocket1200
i agree with motordavid for the safety issue...

i agree with motordavid for the safety issue alone. a guy just recently killed his wife here when he let her get into the cavalier that he was driving and turned left in front of a half-ton truck.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-14-2010, 12:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,623
Posted By sprocket1200
also grease the contacts to make a better...

also grease the contacts to make a better connection and prevent moisture issues. i believe it is called dielectric grease.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-09-2010, 12:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,577
Posted By sprocket1200
2 bmw's, over 100,000kms, never been close to...

2 bmw's, over 100,000kms, never been close to stranded.

when i rent cars and get a toyota (or ford , gm, etc) my checklist includes 'where is the engine?????!!!!'
is that a sewing machine under...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-07-2010, 12:33 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,509
Posted By sprocket1200
my Pirelli's work awesome. i suspect it is...

my Pirelli's work awesome.

i suspect it is the rubber...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-06-2010, 12:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,580
Posted By sprocket1200
towx, as you know three season tires are brutal...

towx, as you know three season tires are brutal in the snow. why? i firmly believe that this is a result of the tire compound and its softer properties. once it starts snowing even a little, the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-06-2010, 12:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,771
Posted By sprocket1200
45f! that is the beginning of winter tire...

45f! that is the beginning of winter tire temperature!!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-03-2010, 12:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,458
Posted By sprocket1200
yeah, summer oem rims are super cheap on...

yeah, summer oem rims are super cheap on craigslist.com. look often and be patient. past set I got had 50% oem Michelin rubber on them for $200. yeah, $200 for all four!!

i think $400-500...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-03-2010, 11:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,061
Posted By sprocket1200
how many beeps? could be the cold outside...

how many beeps? could be the cold outside temperature warning. it means you need to have your winter tires on...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-02-2010, 11:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,458
Posted By sprocket1200
pirelli ice and snow here. they make a huge...

pirelli ice and snow here. they make a huge difference one the temps are near freezing. night and day between all seasons.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-02-2010, 11:26 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,191
Posted By sprocket1200
sweet, Elvis would be proud!!

sweet, Elvis would be proud!!
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