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Forum: X1 E84 (2011 - current) 05-17-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,449
Posted By George Allan
I followed the owners manuel. George Allan

I followed the owners manuel.


George Allan
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 04-15-2013, 04:24 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,512
Posted By George Allan
It is true, it will cost to clear the code if the...

It is true, it will cost to clear the code if the car runs a self diagnostic with the cap off.


George allan
Forum: E36 M3 (1995-1999) 04-06-2013, 02:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 468
Posted By George Allan
Depends what you want to do. Never get under a...

Depends what you want to do. Never get under a car with jacks alone of any type . But I like the hydro jack- it is low enough although you need to be careful where you start the lift-- no soft...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 03-22-2013, 07:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 922
Posted By George Allan
At may age it is all about my needs - if my...

At may age it is all about my needs - if my driving ability remains great I will trade more often just to get the latest but if not why bother. Just stick the old one or get a the least costly car...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 03-22-2013, 07:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 870
Posted By George Allan
Any snow tire will slip depending on many...

Any snow tire will slip depending on many factors. Expect the unexpected and you will be safer with any snow tire IMHO
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 03-14-2013, 06:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,424
Posted By George Allan
Mostly comfort mode but on the highway I use eco...

Mostly comfort mode but on the highway I use eco pro mode. Sport is fun but revs more and it uses more gas
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 10-28-2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,978
Posted By George Allan
Pirelli George allan

Pirelli

George allan
Forum: F30 / F31 / F32 / F33 (2012 - current) 10-05-2012, 03:01 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,086
Posted By George Allan
xeons give a great advantage in our 2013 x3- we...

xeons give a great advantage in our 2013 x3- we had in our 2007 x3 and I would hate to do without now.


george allan
Forum: F30 / F31 / F32 / F33 (2012 - current) 10-05-2012, 03:01 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,086
Posted By George Allan
xeons give a great advantage in our 2013 x3- we...

xeons give a great advantage in our 2013 x3- we had in our 2007 x3 and I would hate to do without now.


george allan
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 10-02-2012, 02:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,638
Posted By George Allan
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Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 10-01-2012, 05:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,638
Posted By George Allan
Dont change oil because of possible metal filings...

Dont change oil because of possible metal filings or anything else-- trust the filter and the warrantee .

I have a set of winter tires and nice mag rims from our 2007 x3 , 17 inch - Dealer...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 10-01-2012, 05:40 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 12,736
Posted By George Allan
No hesitation on ours, it can be driven exactly...

No hesitation on ours, it can be driven exactly how you want . It loves all modes available-- can be driven very gently to very agressive ( 2013 4cy )

George Allan
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 10-01-2012, 05:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,489
Posted By George Allan
Smile It is on ours too, at first I thought it was...

It is on ours too, at first I thought it was something wrong but I got used to it as it appears to be a separate page for multiple data displays .

I am ok with it now.

George Allan
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 09-29-2012, 01:00 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,288
Posted By George Allan
Average to date with 3000 kms is 8.5 liters per...

Average to date with 3000 kms is 8.5 liters per hundred kms

george allan
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 09-10-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,288
Posted By George Allan
Just put on 300 KM's on our new X3 4cylinder...

Just put on 300 KM's on our new X3 4cylinder turbo and got 32mpg with 1/3 rd on the highway.

George Allan
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 08-17-2012, 12:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,134
Posted By George Allan
Hi, I have had a Battery that lasted from...

Hi,

I have had a Battery that lasted from 1999 to 2011. Delco in a Chevy van. The one in the 2007 X3 is good to this day.

bye

George Allab
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 07-02-2012, 05:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,692
Posted By George Allan
You should use a Battery tender when the car is...

You should use a Battery tender when the car is not in use for a period of time.. Easy to use and not expensive but will keep you battery young for a long time.

George Allan
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 04-19-2012, 08:02 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,494
Posted By George Allan
I have 2007 x3 and we average about 25mpg in the...

I have 2007 x3 and we average about 25mpg in the 3 seasons-- best on the highway is 32 mpg imperial . Not fantastic but it is fairly heavy and good performing, so I think it is worth.. What does...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 04-11-2012, 07:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 674
Posted By George Allan
Use a Battery tender when not in use ( week or...

Use a Battery tender when not in use ( week or more) This will keep the battery up and you will have zero worries.


George allan
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 02-19-2012, 11:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 700
Posted By George Allan
I am getting about 4mpg better than that. ...

I am getting about 4mpg better than that.


Gorge Allan
Forum: F30 / F31 / F32 / F33 (2012 - current) 02-02-2012, 05:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,571
Posted By George Allan
I mostly read posts , however some things prompt ...

I mostly read posts , however some things prompt remarks from time to time.
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 12-28-2011, 07:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,660
Posted By George Allan
Battery life

My Battery on GM truck with a Delco original in it lasted for 10 yrs. It was still great and I sold it for $20.00 . I Changed the Battery only because of being nervous about how old it was.

So...
Forum: General BMW 12-09-2011, 06:48 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 13,580
Posted By George Allan
Good

Good
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 12-08-2011, 05:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,377
Posted By George Allan
I got about 30,000 on a 2007 x3 and looks like...

I got about 30,000 on a 2007 x3 and looks like good for another 10 or 15k.

Watching the pressure though helps I believe as well as aggressive corning .

George Allan
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 11-13-2011, 04:53 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,676
Posted By George Allan
Agree 100% with using only the recommended oils...

Agree 100% with using only the recommended oils found in the BMW manual .


George Allan
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