What Did You Do To Your E70 Today?

[Nyc Dito]

Removed the phone cradle/adapter from the center console =)

[9vapors]

Originally Posted by Nyc Dito

Removed the phone cradle/adapter from the center console =)

I added mine back and did the wireless charger retrofit, love it.

[TronixGT]

Originally Posted by Nyc Dito

Removed the phone cradle/adapter from the center console =)

I started to do this yesterday. Removed the screws. Then I couldn't figure out how to unplug the wiring from the base. I figured cutting it would throw a code so I still have that monstrosity in my armrest. I'll figure it out eventually.


However I did manage to complete 2 things on Memorial Day.

1) Replaced factory system with Android 10.25" screen.
2) Found a shadetree to work under and knocked out painting my calipers.


Lots of parts accumulating in my office. I need to step it up next weekend and try to knock a bunch of these out.

[9vapors]

Originally Posted by TronixGT

I started to do this yesterday. Removed the screws. Then I couldn't figure out how to unplug the wiring from the base. I figured cutting it would throw a code so I still have that monstrosity in my armrest. I'll figure it out eventually.


However I did manage to complete 2 things on Memorial Day.

1) Replaced factory system with Android 10.25" screen.
2) Found a shadetree to work under and knocked out painting my calipers.


Lots of parts accumulating in my office. I need to step it up next weekend and try to knock a bunch of these out.

Share some pics!

[Nyc Dito]

Originally Posted by 9vapors

I added mine back and did the wireless charger retrofit, love it.

I thought of doing the charger thing, but I use my console to store a ton of miscellaneous junk lol

Originally Posted by TronixGT

I started to do this yesterday. Removed the screws. Then I couldn't figure out how to unplug the wiring from the base. I figured cutting it would throw a code so I still have that monstrosity in my armrest. I'll figure it out eventually.


However I did manage to complete 2 things on Memorial Day.

1) Replaced factory system with Android 10.25" screen.
2) Found a shadetree to work under and knocked out painting my calipers.


Lots of parts accumulating in my office. I need to step it up next weekend and try to knock a bunch of these out.

I used a few links from google (leading to forums) but also Newtis to see where more or less I had to remove screws. Turns out all I needed was to remove the one screw towards or under the dash (carpet, not leather piece). Slide that carpet panel towards the front. I actually used trim tools to try to pry it, but you cant since it slides off not pops off towards the back (although it has two plastic clips holding it in the center). Once that piece is removed slide the carpet piece under the console and between the seats bottom. Slide it hard towards the front and it'll come off. You'll see the wires there, just follow and unclip. HARDEST part was trying to figure out google links and newtis. Easy once you actually know exactly how lol

I've been wanting to do the 10.25" screen but a few issues ive seen from other members make me wary of doing the upgrade. I want NO hassles when I install it =/

[Sophisticated Redneck]

Installed new Turbos and Downpipes! The Downpipes are from ARM motorsports made for the 550i but work perfectly on the X5 50i's with slip-fit connections.

[320iVan]

In the process of refreshing body painting, replacement of the front bumper spoiler, powder painting of thresholds and installation of a shadow line window moldings, removal of badges on the doors and rear cover. And at the end of all this will be complete polishing with the application of several layers of liquid glass. Forgot , still deleted mud flaps)

[heatmizr]

CENTER ARMREST CRADLE tinkerers, go here for the CORRECT removal info!
Do NOT cut any wires or break anything. Read these:

Post by AwB:
https://www.xbimmers.com/forums/show...8&postcount=27

And this post by JHEISS:
https://xoutpost.com/1037445-post48.html

TY and now back to your regularly scheduled program...

[ddinse]

Swapped out original grill. This $30 eBay special was a perfect fit.

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F272813926451

This is car my daughter drives daily. We were talking about trying a dark colored vinyl wrap. If you all have any recommendations or warnings please feel free to respond below

[Spyro235]

Originally Posted by ddinse

Swapped out original grill. This $30 eBay special was a perfect fit.

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F272813926451

HMMMM.... I'll have to think about those. Maybe I'll grab a set.

Also, just ordered front tension arms. for $168, I'm trying to get rid of my vibration. I'd love to throw money at an entire front end refresh, as I need new springs and shocks, but for now I'm just going to take it slow and try to minimize the spending. However, if I end up moving to California, it would involve a 2900 mile drive there..... so maybe they refresh will happen before then.

[boneca]

Originally Posted by ddinse

Swapped out original grill. This $30 eBay special was a perfect fit.

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F272813926451

This is car my daughter drives daily. We were talking about trying a dark colored vinyl wrap. If you all have any recommendations or warnings please feel free to respond below

its pretty unique color, why would you want to wrap it? If you still want to wrap it, it will most likely cost you in a neighborhood of $3000 to get it done right.

If you were little closer I would suggest couple of places but I don't know any in PA area.

[boneca]

Originally Posted by 320iVan

In the process of refreshing body painting, replacement of the front bumper spoiler, powder painting of thresholds and installation of a shadow line window moldings, removal of badges on the doors and rear cover. And at the end of all this will be complete polishing with the application of several layers of liquid glass. Forgot , still deleted mud flaps)

this is awesome

[Nyc Dito]

Originally Posted by ddinse

Swapped out original grill. This $30 eBay special was a perfect fit.

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F272813926451

This is car my daughter drives daily. We were talking about trying a dark colored vinyl wrap. If you all have any recommendations or warnings please feel free to respond below

I agree with Boneca, that's a really nice color. If I were to wrap it, i'd probably wrap it same color but low gloss (matte).

[ddinse]

Originally Posted by Nyc Dito

I agree with Boneca, that's a really nice color. If I were to wrap it, i'd probably wrap it same color but low gloss (matte).

Originally Posted by Nyc Dito

I agree with Boneca, that's a really nice color. If I were to wrap it, i'd probably wrap it same color but low gloss (matte).

Thanks guys. I just need to convince my daughter that bronze is the new black. I was thinking a flat black would be cool. This might be great project for the 2 of us to work at together. If it goes south, I could probably teach her some new swear words...

[DakarX5]

No rain in the forecast, then rained later

[Nkponder]

Originally Posted by DakarX5

No rain in the forecast, then rained later

hahaha, that's always the way

Washing the car is also known as doing the rain dance

[95wildtt]

Originally Posted by DakarX5

No rain in the forecast, then rained later

The weather folks have been extremely bad with their guesses this Spring...
As a example, it was supposed to rain out the 500 last weekend, and not a drop.

They should just say there's a chance every day and be done.

[Nkponder]

Originally Posted by 95wildtt

The weather folks have been extremely bad with their guesses this Spring...
As a example, it was supposed to rain out the 500 last weekend, and not a drop.

They should just say there's a chance every day and be done.

That's climate change for ya...

[Huz-Z]

Originally Posted by Nkponder

hahaha, that's always the way

Washing the car is also known as doing the rain dance

Birds interpret car washing as "I dare ya......".

[X5 MAN]

Originally Posted by DakarX5

No rain in the forecast, then rained later

Why the Deusch ( German ) Plates ?

[DakarX5]

My father is German, from a town Lünne on Heitler Strasse zip code 48480. Usually when I drive in the left lane people get out of the way

[pdX5M]

Didn't really "do" anything other than drive but she hit the 70k mile mark today.