Would Have Been Nice If...............

BMWX54SFV · 01-15-2013, 09:28 PM

........some engineer at BMW incorporated a hook to hold up the spare tire compartment while you remove an item from there!

Has any one devised a nice looking method to accomplish this feat. Caddy SRX has a lanyard and hook.

mlee4984 · 01-15-2013, 10:22 PM

The German version has a strut to hold it up. There's also a retrofit kit for our vehicles as well so it can be done. Do a search.

Spaceballs · 01-16-2013, 09:50 AM

You can also hook it to the cargo cover when the cover is extended. I found this out when I picked my vehicle after a service and they had left it up.

baby huey · 01-16-2013, 06:04 PM

I use a 2x4, cut to fit.
Stores nicely in the tire pit.

yahtzee · 01-16-2013, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by mlee4984

The German version has a strut to hold it up. There's also a retrofit kit for our vehicles as well so it can be done. Do a search.

A search for what? You don't have to search it for me but if you were going to search what words would you use? I tried cargo, strut, lift with no luck.

maitrimk · 01-17-2013, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by yahtzee

A search for what? You don't have to search it for me but if you were going to search what words would you use? I tried cargo, strut, lift with no luck.

I just found this.

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho....php?p=6200870

I think I'll be getting this.

n_sievers · 01-17-2013, 12:55 PM

The X6 actually has the gas strut to hold it up. My friend's X5 has the mounting points and looks to be easily retrofitted.

yahtzee · 01-17-2013, 12:57 PM

Ordered and will be here tomorrow.

Spaceballs · 01-17-2013, 01:18 PM

BMW sells the kit on their website as well.

BMWX54SFV · 01-21-2013, 06:50 PM

Tried the links to get one of these BMW X5 Cargo Cover Spare Tire Cover Lift Support Kits and not available from the original supplier or from Bavarian Parts.
Anyone have a link I can go to to order one now.
Thanks

BMWX54SFV · 01-21-2013, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by yahtzee

Ordered and will be here tomorrow.

Where did you order from????? Send me a link

maitrimk · 01-21-2013, 09:13 PM

I just installed my cargo lift. I love it. Now I don't have to use my head to hold it up. HAHA

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Die Wolfe · 01-21-2013, 11:20 PM

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I just installed my cargo lift. I love it. Now I don't have to use my head to hold it up. HAHA

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Awesome, I can't wait until mine arrives even more now!

BMWX54SFV · 01-23-2013, 10:48 AM

Someone, where can I get one of these?? Send me a link please.

Die Wolfe · 01-23-2013, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by BMWX54SFV

Someone, where can I get one of these?? Send me a link please.

Getbmwparts.com

Part #PKE70SHOCK

BMWX54SFV · 01-23-2013, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Die Wolfe

Getbmwparts.com

Part #PKE70SHOCK

Thanks. That part number did not work but I did find it. Aslo placed a second order with them that has been processing for the past three hours. No way to cancel it and do not want to do it again out of fear I will duplicate the order.
Any idea how to cancel an order. Site leaves a lot to be desired. Also do you find their shipping and handling out of proportion with reality but if you need it you need it.

yahtzee · 01-23-2013, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWX54SFV

Thanks. That part number did not work but I did find it. Aslo placed a second order with them that has been processing for the past three hours. No way to cancel it and do not want to do it again out of fear I will duplicate the order.
Any idea how to cancel an order. Site leaves a lot to be desired. Also do you find their shipping and handling out of proportion with reality but if you need it you need it.

ewinstead@mileone.com. They are very responsive.

awdnut · 01-23-2013, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWX54SFV

Someone, where can I get one of these?? Send me a link please.

got mine from eBay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/200845632670...84.m1439.l2649

HTH

BobsM3Coupe · 01-24-2013, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWX54SFV

........some engineer at BMW incorporated a hook to hold up the spare tire compartment while you remove an item from there!

Has any one devised a nice looking method to accomplish this feat. Caddy SRX has a lanyard and hook.

The early X5's had a strut but the bean counters told them to eliminate it to save a buck a vehicle. Decontenting at its best. Even the Jeep Grand Cherokee has a strap with a hook to hold it open.

stilljester · 01-27-2013, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by awdnut

got mine from eBay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/200845632670...84.m1439.l2649

HTH

Sold Out - Anyone know if the seller will be offering the kit again?

BMWX54SFV · 01-28-2013, 08:00 PM

Got mine today. Wow. less than 10 minutes to install.
NOW IF i COULD ONLY FIND SOME NICE PROFESSIONAL UPGRADES FOR THE INTERIOR.

theinfamousdrew · 02-07-2013, 04:27 AM

Thats odd, my 08 has one already

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