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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-08-2017, 01:43 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 32,123
Posted By seattle
It appears I may have hit that extremely unlikely...

It appears I may have hit that extremely unlikely scenario.
With ProVent installed, after about 200 miles, I observed intercooler charge pipes coated in film of oil.

The pipes and intercooler...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-04-2017, 10:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 14,113
Posted By seattle
...said a person from Vancouver, where it never...

...said a person from Vancouver, where it never gets too cold or too hot.

We would have wanted to hear your environmental talk in the morning in Indiana with 7 F outside temperature. That biting...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-03-2017, 03:51 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 82,067
Posted By seattle
I highly recommend a set of ramps rather than...

I highly recommend a set of ramps rather than messing with jacks and stands.
$40 for a pair at walmart or home depot.
They leave enough room to work under vehicle for an average-sized human. ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-28-2016, 04:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,917
Posted By seattle
No turbo there

No turbo there
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-28-2016, 03:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,717
Posted By seattle
So, addressed the red hose yesterday. Took it...

So, addressed the red hose yesterday.
Took it off completely, took a closer look at the clip.
Turns out, the clip was not symmetrical anymore (either due to blowing off, or earlier).
With pliers,...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-24-2016, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,717
Posted By seattle
Upper portion of the red hose blew off today. Was...

Upper portion of the red hose blew off today. Was taking a turn uphill from stop, so had to punch the pedal a bit.
The red hose was popped off and to the side, so no air was forced into...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-24-2016, 04:06 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 159,018
Posted By seattle
Changed thermostat as part of long list of things...

Changed thermostat as part of long list of things done over past 2 weeks while on vacation.
Now seeing the temperature showing toasty 90-95C in town, up from 70-75.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-24-2016, 03:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,717
Posted By seattle
Today was putting the red hose back in place. ...

Today was putting the red hose back in place.
The bottom clip did not want to click in place. So, needed to be pushed in on both sides of the pipe with a large flat head screwdriver.
Then, it did...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-22-2016, 03:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,717
Posted By seattle
#12 here?: RealOEM.com - Online BMW Parts Catalog...

#12 here?: RealOEM.com - Online BMW Parts Catalog (http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=FF03-USA---E70-BMW-X5%203.5d&diagId=11_4158)

Top or bottom of the hose?
I am assuming OEM...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-17-2016, 04:01 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,229
Posted By seattle
PM sent as well.

PM sent as well.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-16-2016, 07:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,229
Posted By seattle
Any update on this? I am interested.

Any update on this?
I am interested.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-15-2016, 02:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,080
Posted By seattle
Had exact same thing happen to rear vent a while...

Had exact same thing happen to rear vent a while ago.
Used L-shaped Hex key (or a thick wire, don't remember) to push the smaller part from behind. Was easier than it looked.
No need to disassemble...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-11-2016, 03:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,873
Posted By seattle
Have Safeco insurance. Had a crack, probably 2...

Have Safeco insurance. Had a crack, probably 2 years ago.
1. Called Safeco, asked about acceptable price range ($1,000 is what I was told).
2. Called local BMW dealer, asked a shop name they work...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-28-2016, 11:40 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,998
Posted By seattle
So, cleaning does nothing I get? Thanks for...

So, cleaning does nothing I get?
Thanks for the URL. Twice cheaper than one from ECS tuning (and three times cheaper than your local dealer lol)
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-12-2016, 03:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,820
Posted By seattle
We all have that a-hole Harley neighbor. Those...

We all have that a-hole Harley neighbor. Those are often worse than them ricer kids.

On topic: I do let the engine warm up, especially in winter. Side benefit is warm seats.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-06-2016, 04:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,401
Posted By seattle
OP, any update? I would be very curious to call...

OP, any update? I would be very curious to call them, drop it off on my way to work!
P.S. SA's name perhaps ?;)
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-29-2016, 03:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,820
Posted By seattle
Not always true. It depends on car seat, really. ...

Not always true. It depends on car seat, really.

We have 3 kids, youngest one almost 2yrs old and rides in this Chicco...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-02-2016, 02:36 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 86,733
Posted By seattle
could be vacuum hose line damage

Check out this (http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=889676)thread. Similar symptoms. Could be vacuum hose line damage.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-26-2016, 03:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,589
Posted By seattle
Just get the engine instead!

Just get the engine instead!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-14-2016, 01:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,792
Posted By seattle
Unless the X5 has you stranded..

Unless the X5 has you stranded..
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-12-2016, 02:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,589
Posted By seattle
If you are going to upgrade, look for 2012+....

If you are going to upgrade, look for 2012+. IMHO, why bother upgrading to a now-dated 2007 3.0si.

With 2012, everything is still relevant in terms of looks and toys. A used one can be found for...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-07-2016, 02:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,792
Posted By seattle
OP, what's your budget? That should be the...

OP, what's your budget?
That should be the first question, really.

We don't want you to be the next guy driving an older aero-package X5 on shiny oversized rims but soot-covered tail pipes, tires...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-21-2015, 08:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,376
Posted By seattle
Messing with suspension like that just to have...

Messing with suspension like that just to have some perceived tire longevity, wow..
Bad toe is what wears out tires, not the camber. Having bad toe and zero camber will wear out the tire evenly...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-30-2015, 03:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,502
Posted By seattle
No worries. I will be switching from almost bald...

No worries. I will be switching from almost bald tires, and will rave and praise these new Latitudes as so much better, night-and-day difference, etc. :)
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-30-2015, 03:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,502
Posted By seattle
2011 35d with 3rd row (no spare), running on...

2011 35d with 3rd row (no spare), running on Conti DWS 18" for past 45K miles. A really great (best?) all-season non-rft tire.
Due to no-spare, had patch kit and compressor in the trunk, good for...
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