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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-29-2020, 11:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By Jim M3
It ended up being the head unit replaced it with...

It ended up being the head unit replaced it with a used one and the issue is gone. Simple fix for once.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-16-2020, 01:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By Jim M3
Yeah I tried both sides, I am wondering if...

Yeah I tried both sides, I am wondering if perhaps one of those switches is bad.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-15-2020, 09:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By Jim M3
there is I replaced them both with new ones.

there is I replaced them both with new ones.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-15-2020, 07:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,569
Posted By Jim M3
I just put in an AVIN for my son in his 2006...

I just put in an AVIN for my son in his 2006 4.8is. with factory nav and DSP. It was NOT an easy job. The quotes I had from install shops was north of $1k. Thus I did it myself. You literally...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-15-2020, 06:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By Jim M3
Rear Climate Control Fan running all the time

I just bought a 2006 4.8is and when the key is turned on the rear fan runs all the time.

I did buy new final stage resistors for the rear fan as well as the front fan, but it has made no...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-30-2020, 07:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,554
Posted By Jim M3
I just bought the Avant 4 System for my son for...

I just bought the Avant 4 System for my son for his 4.8 is. Does anybody know of an installer in the DFW market who has done one of these before. Just concerned a stereo shop may not be interested...
Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale 07-07-2015, 05:05 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 32,226
Posted By Jim M3
I am looking for a matched set in 20's for a...

I am looking for a matched set in 20's for a sport set up 315 rears and 275 fronts. What do you have in stock?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-07-2013, 08:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 23,660
Posted By Jim M3
Changed Spark Plugs today on the V8 and can't get the last coil

I couldn't find any DIY on a spark plug change for the 4.8 E70 so I figured how hard can it be. To do it you need to take off the entire induction system and then you can access the valve covers to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-20-2012, 11:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,508
Posted By Jim M3
I think the dealer only charges .5 hours of labor...

I think the dealer only charges .5 hours of labor per side to do this work. It is pretty cheap, I had both rear bags changed out for $125 labor.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-17-2012, 01:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,730
Posted By Jim M3
Fronts were 42lbs and rears were 43lbs

Fronts were 42lbs and rears were 43lbs
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-16-2012, 09:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 20,989
Posted By Jim M3
here are my 10th anniversary reps installed, they...

here are my 10th anniversary reps installed, they look very nice. Huge upgrade from the 214's.

Offset is right on too. 40ET front 35ET rear.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-16-2012, 09:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,730
Posted By Jim M3
New wheels put on 10th Anniversary Gunmetal Reps

I kicked around a lot of different wheels for the X5, I was not overly impressed with the style 214's and decided I really liked the 10th Anniversary wheels. I got them mounted up yesterday and I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-13-2012, 10:06 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 20,989
Posted By Jim M3
What do the OEM's weigh?

What do the OEM's weigh?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-13-2012, 12:52 PM
Replies: 347
Views: 115,275
Posted By Jim M3
I just replaced all my pads with Akebono on the...

I just replaced all my pads with Akebono on the front and rear. You get the same cold bite characteristics and after three days I saw no brake dust on the X5. Go AKEBONO, I did a 4 wheel change...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-13-2012, 11:32 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,160
Posted By Jim M3
Can the X5's Gauges be changed out without problems?

Has anybody ever replaced their gauges (speedometer, Tach) with another gauge pod from another X5. I am wondering if this will set off any lights or be compatible the gauge pod is the same year and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-13-2012, 11:25 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 20,989
Posted By Jim M3
I bought replica's as well that I am installing...

I bought replica's as well that I am installing tomorrow when they arrive. I decided I didn't like the X5M wheels but really liked the 10th anniversary wheels. I have seen these on a black X5 before...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-07-2012, 12:45 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 20,989
Posted By Jim M3
I have been looking at Reps too, I am having a...

I have been looking at Reps too, I am having a hard time deciding. Mine need refinishing but refinishing would cost just about as much as buying replica's.

I was looking at the same wheels for...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-27-2012, 11:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,045
Posted By Jim M3
But those aren't the stock size in width the ones...

But those aren't the stock size in width the ones on ebay are along with the correct offset of 40 and 37. I think a 30 offset would stick out way too far in the back.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-27-2012, 11:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,045
Posted By Jim M3
Black Saphire

Black Saphire
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-27-2012, 07:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,045
Posted By Jim M3
Looking at some replica wheels for the X5

I have replicas on my E53 that I have had for years and was thinking of doing the same for the E70, I have the 20" sport Y's on there now but was thinking of doing one of these. I can't decide which...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-24-2012, 10:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,508
Posted By Jim M3
I just went through the same thing, it isn't the...

I just went through the same thing, it isn't the shock it is the air springs that are leaking or possibly the compressor valves. Mine had two new bags put in at $488 each and then the compressor at...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-08-2012, 07:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,686
Posted By Jim M3
Rear Ride Height issue dealer can't figure it out

I bought an X5 about 2 months ago and the first week I had it I noticed in the morning the ride height would drop to the bumpstops. The dealer kept it overnight and tested for leaks but couldn't...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-28-2012, 01:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,406
Posted By Jim M3
I just put the DWS's on my X5, they are much...

I just put the DWS's on my X5, they are much quiter and ride incredibly better than the RF's they replaced. They are wearing great and I couldn't be happier.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-11-2012, 08:14 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,943
Posted By Jim M3
I have to disagree with the notion of not...

I have to disagree with the notion of not changing tranny fluid. I used to tow my boat with the X5 and the number one cause of tranny failure is high temps, you should have seen how bad my tranny...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-08-2012, 08:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,166
Posted By Jim M3
I just read another post that talked about how...

I just read another post that talked about how their angel eyes didn't turn on when the battery was low. My car sat for about three days when the rear end sagged, I drove it yesterday and this...
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