Newb to E53's

[SpookX5]

Originally Posted by DriftGirl

Hi guys and hopefully girls too!

Just got an X5 (3.0) a short while ago and joined to find info on

- Android head units: found and purchased...Thanks!!
- Brake Caliper/ rotor upgrades: hard to find. Cant search "BBK" because its too short

- Front (passenger) outside door handle isnt working: Found a few fixes from cable to entire carrier jus gotta figure out which part it needs now

Ive owned an E38, E65 in the past and currently working on my E31...over the last million years

Looking orward to building and restoring the X5 tho

( D_G )

Welcome!
E70 X5M Brembo's fit on the E53 front hubs without modification. You just need the E70 bolts and brake pad warning sensor. The E53 brake hose fits without issue.
It will only require 20 inch wheels and 15-20mm spacers. Check out my thread to see some pictures, around page 8-11.