What did you do to / for your E53 today??

[Ricky Bobby]

Yes they do, first couple things I did were new roundels (for the key too!)

Four8, to be simple a sealant is a synthetic product made to mimic the shine of a traditional natural wax but be longer lasting and more durable protection in harsher environments.

Your friend probably used the 3M perfect it line, which is a compound, polish, and finishing wax. When he says 3 stage he is talking about paint correction.

You can wax/seal your X from here on out with whatever you'd like, pick your poison. Applying sealant is much like applying wax, apply, allow to haze and then buff residues off by hand. Will leave a super slick surface.

I also have a can of Sonax Polymer Net Shield and I love it because of the durability, but it's a different application method and leaves the surface not as slick to the touch, but it's very dirt/dust repellant and lasts for months. I tend to use it on wheels and door jambs and such right now, as I'm using up some older products on my shelf (I still have a bottle of Power Lock from 2010)

Pm me if you need some tips and/or questions so we don't clog the threads

[Jungerishere]

I have used Liquid Glass as sealant in the past. Recently, I've been using carnauba based wax. Seemed to have better shine.

Originally Posted by Ricky Bobby

I use Menzerna Power Lock sealant. Topped with Collinite 845 or 916 paste wax occasionally.

The power lock gives me the longevity and durability of a sealant while the Collinite waxes are regarded as some of the best traditional waxes made.

I do not use any waxes or products containing any filling or masking properties as I prefer to see my X as she appears and not put any "makeup" on any imperfections.

[four.8is]

Originally Posted by Ricky Bobby

Yes they do, first couple things I did were new roundels (for the key too!)

Four8, to be simple a sealant is a synthetic product made to mimic the shine of a traditional natural wax but be longer lasting and more durable protection in harsher environments.

Your friend probably used the 3M perfect it line, which is a compound, polish, and finishing wax. When he says 3 stage he is talking about paint correction.

You can wax/seal your X from here on out with whatever you'd like, pick your poison. Applying sealant is much like applying wax, apply, allow to haze and then buff residues off by hand. Will leave a super slick surface.

I also have a can of Sonax Polymer Net Shield and I love it because of the durability, but it's a different application method and leaves the surface not as slick to the touch, but it's very dirt/dust repellant and lasts for months. I tend to use it on wheels and door jambs and such right now, as I'm using up some older products on my shelf (I still have a bottle of Power Lock from 2010)

Pm me if you need some tips and/or questions so we don't clog the threads

Alright thanks for the info !
I'm gonna order a bottle of Sonax , I just watched Phil's video from DD on Sonax and all I can say is wow! ; this product beads water like crazy.
Will pm with more questions!thx

[LVP]

I was at Watkins Glen week before last with the 328. Spent 4 days on the track flogging it. They have a thing at lunch and at 5:30 where for $25 you can take whatever you want out on the track behind a pace car. Most car clubs won't allow SUVs on the track, so I figured this would be a good use for $25. Filled the X5 up with the wife and kids and hauled around the track for 3 laps. It handled well, but there were instances where I wanted a down shift and the X5 wouldn't allow it. It has such a sweet note when you wind it out on a track like that. And now it's back to a daily driver......

Cheers.

[bcredliner]

How fast would they let you go?

[LVP]

Originally Posted by bcredliner

How fast would they let you go?

I had to hang back and caught the pack quickly, but got up around 180km/h past the esses. Now, running the 328 in solo is awesome...

[Ricky Bobby]

Visited Caesar @ Lightwerkz today for my wife's retrofit and some consultation on my headlight build. He has an AMAZING alpine on caramel E39 M5

[luvmy03E53]

Originally Posted by Ricky Bobby

... first couple things I did were new roundels (for the key too!)

RB, where did you find roundels for the key fob? Mine has been missing for months now, and I've been wondering where to find a replacement.

[Ricky Bobby]

Ask and you shall receive Gary, looks to be a Genuine BMW part # as well so you can get it from work

BMW E53 X5 M54 3.0L Interior Key Fob - 66122155753 - Replacement Key Fob Roundel Emblem - 11mm - ES#1876203

[luvmy03E53]

RB, you da man!!! Where do you find these things? have you got the ECS catalog memorized???