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Forum: E82 / E88 1 Series (2008 - 2013) 12-23-2012, 04:01 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 56,926
Posted By silverbimmer3
I don't think the car will let you start the...

I don't think the car will let you start the engine if your steering wheel is locking. It is the 1st step for the car to verify a legit start.

I got the problem the other day and had to tow the...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 09-11-2012, 07:43 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 22,297
Posted By silverbimmer3
great find. marked and appreciated.

great find. marked and appreciated.
Forum: E46 M3 (2001-2006) 09-08-2012, 07:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,133
Posted By silverbimmer3
can't believe it's been 8 years since the action.

can't believe it's been 8 years since the action.
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-06-2012, 11:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 496
Posted By silverbimmer3
Hmmm I don't have comfort access... and the key...

Hmmm I don't have comfort access... and the key was in the ignition...

looks like this is really not happening that much...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-06-2012, 08:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 472
Posted By silverbimmer3
you mean the wiper strokes are not smooth? ...

you mean the wiper strokes are not smooth?

Mine hasn't been smooth for a couple years. slightly better with new blades, but still not like new; my 06 is worse than my 05, but I only drive the M...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-06-2012, 08:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 496
Posted By silverbimmer3
Question Alarm siren went off while I was driving...

It was a surprise for me since I didn't believe for a moment the noise was from my car, and was still looking around me for the source of the noise, and wondering why the siren was so close to me......
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-05-2012, 01:07 PM
Replies: 630
Views: 121,123
Posted By silverbimmer3
Here is another one: ...

Here is another one:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=502966
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-05-2012, 12:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,660
Posted By silverbimmer3
As a wagon user, I agree this new seal is much...

As a wagon user, I agree this new seal is much better in terms of coverage and sealing; it is designed better so that the edge of the seal overlaps just a touch over the roof edge, providing perfect...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-05-2012, 07:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,928
Posted By silverbimmer3
Thanks for the update. This is a good thread to...

Thanks for the update.
This is a good thread to mark.
:thumbup:
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 08-31-2012, 08:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 296
Posted By silverbimmer3
this has been discussed years ago. you will have...

this has been discussed years ago. you will have to pull VERY hard, preferably while it is in D or N, (engine off of course, and hand brake on) when the lever is facing away from radio and stuff
...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 08-31-2012, 08:43 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,600
Posted By silverbimmer3
this post has great info; so it deserves a 2nd...

this post has great info; so it deserves a 2nd chance.

:-)


my understanding is if the car is on the ground, one won't feel any play by just pulling those suspension elements. Things will...
Forum: E46 M3 (2001-2006) 08-22-2012, 08:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,034
Posted By silverbimmer3
Really great info. I will keep an eye this...

Really great info. I will keep an eye this coming winter.

Appreciated.
Forum: E46 M3 (2001-2006) 08-22-2012, 08:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,940
Posted By silverbimmer3
? any additional modification needed ? I...

? any additional modification needed ?

I think so, but not sure about this one.
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 08-22-2012, 07:55 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,425
Posted By silverbimmer3
I believe some kind of cutting will be involved...

I believe some kind of cutting will be involved considering not all speakers are of the same size.

also, battery might be another issue, since BMW batteries tends to drain out pretty quickly once...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 07-24-2012, 10:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,088
Posted By silverbimmer3
Hello there. What was the issue in the end? ...

Hello there.

What was the issue in the end? Did you get anything done?

Thank you.
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 07-22-2012, 08:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,933
Posted By silverbimmer3
Hello there. Could you please describe the loud...

Hello there. Could you please describe the loud noise you've been hearing?

I just had the driver side front bearing replaced, but still there is a grinding noise from underneath the car.

It...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 07-22-2012, 08:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 578
Posted By silverbimmer3
Is it like a metal grinding sound?

Is it like a metal grinding sound?
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 07-02-2012, 12:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,933
Posted By silverbimmer3
Hello all. I got a quote from dealership and...

Hello all.

I got a quote from dealership and the cost of labor is like$900, and they recommend replacing the drive hub also, this means the parts will cost almost $500

so it is like $1400 to...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 06-29-2012, 08:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,157
Posted By silverbimmer3
good info... but, would the center bearing only...

good info... but, would the center bearing only cause noise in the front?

I recently noticed some pretty loud noise from the front -- it would be great if you could just have a quick look at my...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 06-28-2012, 01:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 641
Posted By silverbimmer3
also make sure not to open the hatch in pouring...

also make sure not to open the hatch in pouring rain, there is an antenna (costs about $200) within the rear spoiler which is NOT water tight.

i got mine damaged by rain water, but got covered by...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 06-28-2012, 07:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,933
Posted By silverbimmer3
Hello e39Krazy. Thanks for the reply and TIS. ...

Hello e39Krazy. Thanks for the reply and TIS. On the TIS, it looks like the wheel hub is attached to the bearing all the time?!

I've been doing a lot travel, there are about 120K miles on the...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 06-27-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,933
Posted By silverbimmer3
e60 wheel bearing replace

Long time no see.

I was reading some post on e39 section, and found that the wheel bearings of e39 comes with the drive hub! although the price of the part is more expensive (double!), but the...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 06-27-2012, 08:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,322
Posted By silverbimmer3
Good info! Thanks from an e61 owner. It is...

Good info! Thanks from an e61 owner.

It is interesting that e39 bearings come with the drive hub. maybe this is specific for e39?
Forum: E30 (1982 - 1993) 03-19-2012, 07:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 694
Posted By silverbimmer3
would you mind elaborate where it is located? I...

would you mind elaborate where it is located? I was thinking about doing some maintenance with them too. The after cat one seems to be accessible from underneath the car, and there seems to be...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 03-06-2012, 10:58 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,510
Posted By silverbimmer3
a lot stuff includes a lot software to download...

a lot stuff includes a lot software to download (if they can be found) and learning too :-)
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