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

[amancuso]

Fixed the washer system (rear and headlight).

[bcredliner]

Installed the Seicane 9" unit. Audio is big improvement and enjoy the apps. Surprised how much I like the backup camera.

[RuskiE39]

Wife got a new car (merc), so i'm taking over dailying the E53 to keep the miles off my 540/6.

Not sure if I shared this in the past but tow hooks save lives:

[SO_EURO]

Originally Posted by bcredliner

Installed the Seicane 9" unit. Audio is big improvement and enjoy the apps. Surprised how much I like the backup camera.

Do you have a model number for this unit? I had an older Eonon unit in my E46 and I was unimpressed with the sound quality.


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[bcredliner]

https://www.seicane.com/2000-2007-bm...control-s6942g

FYI, My reference is a 2002 4.6 that I had already upgraded all speakers, have an aftermarket subwoofer with dedicated amp and DSP. I don't know what you can expect from stock speakers.

[SO_EURO]

Originally Posted by bcredliner

https://www.seicane.com/2000-2007-bm...control-s6942g

FYI, My reference is a 2002 4.6 that I had already upgraded all speakers, have an aftermarket subwoofer with dedicated amp and DSP. I don't know what you can expect from stock speakers.

Thanks! I do have amps, speakers, subs and wiring that I plan to put in too.

I just need to figure out a way to make the sub I have work (12" Type R) and be hidden. I like setups that are as subtle as possible and would like to use a setup as similar to the JL StealthBox as possible.

[Maruzo]

Originally Posted by bcredliner

https://www.seicane.com/2000-2007-bm...control-s6942g

FYI, My reference is a 2002 4.6 that I had already upgraded all speakers, have an aftermarket subwoofer with dedicated amp and DSP. I don't know what you can expect from stock speakers.

Does any of the functions on ur original head unit still work? Like the dsp, the time and date setting? And th rest?

I have the same car in estoril blue with factory Navi and dsp, what do you recommend if I want to keep factory for a while? Bluetooth retrofit? Aux retrofit? Screen replace? I also like to replace stock speaker with bsw speaker and subwoofer ( if I can find them) do you think I’ll hear improvements?

[bcredliner]

Originally Posted by Maruzo

Does any of the functions on ur original head unit still work? Like the dsp, the time and date setting? And th rest?

I have the same car in estoril blue with factory Navi and dsp, what do you recommend if I want to keep factory for a while? Bluetooth retrofit? Aux retrofit? Screen replace? I also like to replace stock speaker with bsw speaker and subwoofer ( if I can find them) do you think I’ll hear improvements?

My speakers, subwoofer and amp are a set from DSW and were a significant improvement at the time. My suggestion would be to get a quote from a local audio shop for plug and play speaker for comparison. I used the Mediabridge with the Sirius add on for many years to get bluetooth, aux and connect my iPhone. However, based on the time it takes to install something like the Mediabridge and that it is very dated technology and has so many less features than the full replacement I would not take an interim step of any kind. I use navigation frequently and the state of the art navigation alone was worth the investment. The screen features you mention are lost unless you purchase the aftermarket IBUS. IBUS Interface for BMW cars

[andrewwynn]

Finally finally finally changed my battery.

Been having problems where I couldn't start my car if I left accessories on for a very short time.

The final straw was when I left the hazards on for about 8 minutes and that was enough to make it so I couldn't start my car and it was 45 degrees out.

Took about three times as long to move the crap out of my car as to actually installing the battery which was much easier than I anticipated.

After Consulting consumer reports which gave High marks for the Duracell premium AGM I found one at Sams Club for $70 less than in stores.

Fortunately my car is old enough I don't have to mess with registration.

I was originally going to change the battery with a charger hooked up so I wouldn't have to reset anything but in the end I just let my car reset.

Difficulty was about 2 out of 10 very easy. I folded on the seats so I can flip the spare up inside. Took about 20 minutes start to finish.

[Dblock2151]

Originally Posted by SO_EURO

Thanks! I do have amps, speakers, subs and wiring that I plan to put in too.

I just need to figure out a way to make the sub I have work (12" Type R) and be hidden. I like setups that are as subtle as possible and would like to use a setup as similar to the JL StealthBox as possible.

I had a similar dilemma, I loved the look of the JL Stealthbox but I wanted a larger subwoofer (12" Critical Mass UL12).

After searching I found Janix X5's website/page, and loved his idea. Mine was more on a budget, and I also needed more air space as the subwoofer needed 1-1.2 cubic feet. We made the box in two pieces/chambers to get the adequate space. I can message you pictures of everything if you're interested.

I included some pictures of Janix's setup (Expensive) and my setup (Moderate) compared to just doing a stealthbox (Inexpensive).

I have two HD JL Audio amps, 600/4 and 1200/1 hidden in the left compartment.

Janix Setup:


My setup mid-way finished, only pictures I had on this computer..