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#251 of 292 87 octane gasoline by grek Jun 13, 2005 (10:35 am)
Does any one uses 'regular'?. My 00 528iT manual states that the engine is equipped with knock sensors so even lower grade gasoline can be used - provided 87 is met. So I pour the regular. No problems. So many people hesitate. Why? Replies to this message: e39_touring (Jul 22, 2005 11:59 am)
#252 of 292 Cargo Volume Shrinkage by rockypaul Jun 20, 2005 (5:56 am)
My 2001 525 wagon had been rated as having 65 cu ft of cargo volume with the seats folded down.   The 2006 model is rated at 58 cu ft. despite the larger overall dimensions.   What's up??
#253 of 292 height of cargo area - 2003 525iT by ra1076 Jun 27, 2005 (7:12 am)
Hi,   I'm considering buying a 2003 525iT from an online post so I can't actually see the car. I have a tall dog motivating the switch from an '01 passat sedan to a wagon. Can someone with a 525iT possibly tell me how tall the cargo area is ... I need it to be at least 3ft tall or the dog won't be able to stand/sit in back while riding.   Thanks! Replies to this message: vanalder (Jun 27, 2005 12:42 pm) e39_touring (Jul 22, 2005 12:03 pm) derkombiwagen (Jul 03, 2005 10:36 am)
#254 of 292 Re: height of cargo area - 2003 525iT [ra1076] by vanalder Jun 27, 2005 (12:42 pm)
Replying to: ra1076 (Jun 27, 2005 7:12 am) That's a TALL dog. I just measured our wgn at 29.5". Unless the eyes are set somewhat low, he/she won't be able to see out. Most dogs -one would think- will tend to lie down once 'settled'. I have added a two-piece plywood (edged with plastic a la picture frame) floor panel. Something like this would protect the material.   Good luck to your dog.   Daan Replies to this message: e39_touring (Jul 22, 2005 12:03 pm)
#255 of 292 92 525 WAGON by spratigus Jun 28, 2005 (7:25 pm)
just bought a wagon and I wish to customize it.....does anyone have one of this model 90-94 and have they done any work to it?
#256 of 292 Re: height of cargo area - 2003 525iT [ra1076] by derkombiwagen Jul 03, 2005 (10:36 am)
Replying to: ra1076 (Jun 27, 2005 7:12 am) I currently have two large Goldens (110# & 106#) that ride in the back of my '99 528iaT for short trips (vet, groomer, etc). My previous Golden (70#) was very content to ride in the back with room to turn around, look out the window, etc. I purchased an LL Bean extra large rectangular dog bed that fit perfectly in the cargo space. This combination, along with putting up the netting to prevent him from reaching over the seat and drooling on my two boys in their car seats, was very effective. Hope this information helps!
#257 of 292 Tires for a 528i? by janetk Jul 08, 2005 (5:59 pm)
Any recommendations for summer and winter tires for a 1999 528i wagon?   Thanks for the help about octane levels and after market warrenties Replies to this message: derkombiwagen (Jul 18, 2005 6:15 am) e39_touring (Jul 22, 2005 12:09 pm) woodyww (Jul 29, 2005 4:33 pm)
#258 of 292 Re: Tires for a 528i? [janetk] by derkombiwagen Jul 18, 2005 (6:15 am)
Replying to: janetk (Jul 08, 2005 5:59 pm) Without question, Bridgestone Blizzak WS-50s for the winter (www.tirerack.com). For summer tires I have Continental ContiPremierContact P225/55R 16 94H on the '99 528 iaT OEM rims (luxury - not sport - package). I noticed that these tires tend to cause considerable vibration through the steering column when they're inflated to the manufacturer's specs. This was determined after numerous troubleshootings with my BMW maintenance dept. My option is to run them slightly less than what is spec'd for air pressure. The ride otherwise is nice. Great grip and cornering with these tires. I just went to tirerack.com and noticed that they no longer carry these tires (by this name). I hope this helps with your search.
#259 of 292 Re: 87 octane gasoline [grek] by e39_touring Jul 22, 2005 (11:59 am)
Replying to: grek (Jun 13, 2005 10:35 am) The car will run OK on 87, but I wouldn't do it regularly. These engines run very high compression rations (10+:1). The knock sensors will keep retarding the timing until the knock goes away, but you'll be running at way less than optimal iginition timing. The result, power and mileage go down, and, worse, peak combustion temerpatures go way up. Over time, this will cause premature valve wear and pit the pistons.   Many will disagree with me, but as added insurance, pay the extra few $$ and get the high-test.   .
#260 of 292 Re: height of cargo area - 2003 525iT [vanalder] by e39_touring Jul 22, 2005 (12:03 pm)
Replying to: vanalder (Jun 27, 2005 12:42 pm) BMW also makes a nice cargo liner for the iT. There's a dealer selling them on ebay, and I got mine for about $55.   .

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