I am now certain that my 2001 BMW X5 3.0i has an oil leak in the oil pan gasket. So , I need to get this fixed...

Three questions for you:

1. Anyone know about how much it costs to have the gasket replaced using the normal/BMW recommended procedure of lifting the engine, etc..?

2. Has anyone actually replaced the oil pan gasket using the "gasket cutting + gasket maker/sealer" technique on a E53 BMW X5 3.0i?

3. Anyone know a good Indy that could do this job (using either of the above techniques) in the Dallas/Fort-Worth area?

Thanks.