|
Xoutpost server transfer and maintenance is occurring.... |
Xoutpost is currently undergoing a planned server migration.... stay tuned for new developments.... sincerely, the management |
|
LinkBack | Thread Tools | Display Modes |
#1
|
|||
|
|||
Putting in a new rebuilt engine on a 2005 4.8is and while we're at it?
But before my guys put in the new engine just thinking about tinkering with a few more things. Figure i'm in this thing now for the long-haul. After all though I only paid $9200 for it in great shape on the surface, the engine blew (I already posted about that!). So as long as were putting in a new engine I figured maybe will add more on if anybody has any good suggestions. Maybe a new air intake? Have not asked the guys yet I think they said it's pretty limited as to what's available. |
Sponsored Links | |
|
#2
|
||||
|
||||
As it's already top of the line E53, not much you can bolt-on to improve the performance. Engine and transmission software, exhaust and CAI are pretty much all.
__________________
00 E39 DINAN S1 //M5 (82k miles) 06 E53 DINAN 4.8iS, born 2/18/2006 (126k miles) http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-foru...s-my-dslr.html 90 Straman Z32 TwinTurbo Convertible, (1 of 44 ever made) 5 speed, 444rwhp/451rwtq 01 360 Novitec Spider F1 (26k miles) |
#3
|
||||
|
||||
Can't suggest anything as far as tuning, but if I were you I would definitely replace the valve stem seals, upper timing covers, and valve covers, alternator bracket seal while the engine is out, its much easier to do it now than when its in the truck.
__________________
|
#4
|
|||
|
|||
Quote:
Thinking about the transmission too. I may be in this for $20K before it's all done! Lucky the interior and exterior are in really good shape! Mainly because this is a Tennessee/Georgia (inland) X5. I will re-dye the seats too only because it is so easy and I can do that at least! |
#5
|
|||
|
|||
Quote:
|
#6
|
||||
|
||||
I think VAC can improve the flow in the heads.
__________________
03 3.0i mt 89 325is |
#7
|
|||
|
|||
I'd try to hunt down some Dinan parts.
__________________
2006 X5 4.4i Sport package, summer package, cold weather package, DSP + Nav Bought 2/14 with 73k miles |
#8
|
|||
|
|||
Quote:
Okay give us an update on the new engine and repair? Is the X5 up and running in good shape again? |
#9
|
|||
|
|||
Not quite yet! Had to budget but engine has arrived and ready for surgery! Will let you all know as soon as she is ready to roll! Thanks!
|
#10
|
|||
|
|||
Good time to put in new engine/trans mounts, and check the driveshaft flex discs too.
How about a cooling system overhaul while you are at it? Front axle boots would be easy to pull and RR with the engine out too, along with front suspension work. You could threadlock and tighten the wiper linkage nuts while the cowl cover is off. Good opportunity to clean up the engine bay also!
__________________
04 X5 3.0i auto 03 X5 4.6is |
Bookmarks |
Thread Tools | |
Display Modes | |
|
|
|