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Forum: The Lounge 09-13-2016, 06:38 PM
Replies: 386
Views: 50,843
Posted By TiAgX5
Just wanted to put the Sig P320 RX on your radar...

Just wanted to put the Sig P320 RX on your radar RB.

This package (P320, Romeo1Red reflex site, high night sites (for co-verification & back-up if electronics fail), and slide machining (around...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2016, 05:16 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,367
Posted By TiAgX5
The V8 gas E53s can still get good range with...

The V8 gas E53s can still get good range with over 200k miles.

This is mileage traveling in the Coppell, Dallas, Irving, Southlake, Keller TX area (only hwy miles are on 121 and 35, stop and go...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-12-2016, 11:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 11,524
Posted By TiAgX5
The sport seats are heated in cold climate...

The sport seats are heated in cold climate optioned E53s. I think I've used them twice in 5 yrs.
Forum: The Lounge 09-12-2016, 10:43 PM
Replies: 386
Views: 50,843
Posted By TiAgX5
Yeah, that's a tough position to be in with a...

Yeah, that's a tough position to be in with a good price and a gift card for a gun you want (at an LGS).

I'm one of those people who looks at/read reviews/shoots what's I like in my price range,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-12-2016, 10:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 11,524
Posted By TiAgX5
If you are 6' or taller, and drive with the thigh...

If you are 6' or taller, and drive with the thigh support extended, it's obvious why the sport seats are more comfortable.

The lower seating surface is around 22" long (front edge to seatback)....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2016, 10:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 11,524
Posted By TiAgX5
I find the sport seats much better than the...

I find the sport seats much better than the comforts, even on 1100 mile/1 stop runs between D/FW and Spring Hill, FL. The lumbar and thigh support is much better for my 6' 1"/225Lb frame.
Forum: The Lounge 09-11-2016, 11:51 AM
Replies: 386
Views: 50,843
Posted By TiAgX5
What will the primary use be RB? Seeing...

What will the primary use be RB?

Seeing the price range you're looking at, a little more can get you a Sig P320 RX (with reflex optics). A bargain in the $800 price range....

...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-10-2016, 11:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,232
Posted By TiAgX5
Cliff note for prior post..... The brake...

Cliff note for prior post.....

The brake system slows the wheel with reduced traction, transferring power to the opposite wheel on the axle.

When axle slip is detected, the brake system slows...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-09-2016, 12:01 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
They have around 185k on them in that pic. ...

They have around 185k on them in that pic.

Lexol cleaner (agitated with a microfiber towel rinsed/wrung near dry in a hot water bucket after each sq/ft section), followed by a double app of Lexol...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-09-2016, 11:32 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
I did the satin rings (matches the interior...

I did the satin rings (matches the interior trim)....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-03-2016, 04:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,866
Posted By TiAgX5
front...

front...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-02-2016, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 920
Posted By TiAgX5
:rofl: Good luck! Most every knowledgeable...

:rofl: Good luck!

Most every knowledgeable BMW mechanic with a lift/trans jack/proper tools already has more "friends" then they'll ever need.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-02-2016, 11:58 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
Looks good.

Looks good.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-02-2016, 11:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 920
Posted By TiAgX5
The rear main seal is one of those $20 parts that...

The rear main seal is one of those $20 parts that cost over $1000 in labor if you don't DIY.

The list of items to R&R....

Front splash shield
Subframe stiffener plate/swaybar
Center exhaust...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-02-2016, 10:56 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
What wheel did you go with?

What wheel did you go with?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2016, 12:32 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 19,383
Posted By TiAgX5
Yeah, I bought the '05 Accord (bad weather/dog...

Yeah, I bought the '05 Accord (bad weather/dog hauler, 105k miles) into Lute R Honda for airbag recall, was told the trans & brake fluid looked/smelled bad, needs changing.

Had done the fluid...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2016, 11:13 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,367
Posted By TiAgX5
Yeah, the tech docs call for Weicon grease on the...

Yeah, the tech docs call for Weicon grease on the splines.

Took mine out to do the TC chain, no grease AT ALL.

I guess they missed it on the assembly line.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2016, 10:06 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 19,383
Posted By TiAgX5
RB, seeing that humidity is the culprit that's...

RB, seeing that humidity is the culprit that's causing the charge instability, my guess is BMW is addressing this issue based on regional registration records. This recall might not be correcting the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2016, 09:53 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,502
Posted By TiAgX5
Thanks RB. I will used that image when I...

Thanks RB.

I will used that image when I replace mine.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2016, 07:55 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
Driveline clunk between forward/reverse could be...

Driveline clunk between forward/reverse could be the TC chain.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2016, 07:51 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,502
Posted By TiAgX5
I got confused there reading a prior post with...

I got confused there reading a prior post with the BMW glass list.

So, the silver/blue tint on the entire glass surface makes it the correct glass.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-31-2016, 06:28 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 23,671
Posted By TiAgX5
Be sure to check for genuine H&R spacers on e-bay...

Be sure to check for genuine H&R spacers on e-bay prior to paying near retail.

I found a set of NIB 25mm H&R DRAs for $50. Seller sold X prior to install.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-31-2016, 05:53 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 19,383
Posted By TiAgX5
I got a letter today stating parts ARE available...

I got a letter today stating parts ARE available to correct issue, call dealer to schedule an appointment.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-31-2016, 03:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,502
Posted By TiAgX5
I guess the takeaway for those wanting comfort...

I guess the takeaway for those wanting comfort glass is, the green band is a dead giveaway that it's non-comfort glass.

Glass installers need to be told, if it has the green band, DO NOT...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-31-2016, 12:02 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,502
Posted By TiAgX5
RB, good to know this glass is more available...

RB, good to know this glass is more available now.

If I ever need to replace mine, it will be done with Comfort glass.
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