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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-19-2022, 01:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 751
Posted By wfwright2
Whether or not it is proper, I use the rear...

Whether or not it is proper, I use the rear differential as a jacking point for the rear of car, as well as the cross member up front. These seem to be the only way to utilize the frame jacking...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-25-2022, 05:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 547
Posted By wfwright2
Looks a lot like the buffer mount under the air...

Looks a lot like the buffer mount under the air filter box for an e28, e24 with the 3.5l e30 engine, 1984 thru 88/89 US version.

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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-06-2022, 10:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,856
Posted By wfwright2
Could be air or moisture in the system, could...

Could be air or moisture in the system, could also be a vacuum issue somewhere between vacuum pump and brake booster.
Tech did a system bleed as well as a M/C bleed when replacing the M/C hopefully...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-03-2022, 09:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,856
Posted By wfwright2
[emoji106][emoji106] Every two years flush...

[emoji106][emoji106]

Every two years flush or else.
As Ard implied, your soft pedal during previous months told you something was wrong. Classic failed M/C.

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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-03-2022, 05:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,856
Posted By wfwright2
Classic master cylinder failure mode, or a...

Classic master cylinder failure mode, or a split/bad leak in two brake hoses.
How was the bi-annual brake flush done, if the pumping the pedal method was used, the seals in the m/c are probably...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-08-2021, 06:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,545
Posted By wfwright2
A little back ground, I am a: Military...

A little back ground,

I am a:
Military brad (US Navy Chief's son)
Father of 2 plus one bonus daughters
73 years old
Lets me get away with my openiing and closing statements. Lots of vacuum...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-08-2021, 06:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,545
Posted By wfwright2
Listen to your father after you change out the...

Listen to your father after you change out the sparkplugs with OEM equivalents. Plug change cycle on this engine is every 100k miles, any recommend at the 80k mark. If no other codes exist, you...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-07-2021, 12:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,279
Posted By wfwright2
On my 07 4.8l, squeal cam from corroded emergency...

On my 07 4.8l, squeal cam from corroded emergency brake fittings in rear. Replacing hardware corrected issue. Former Arizona, DC vehicle.
He can also go to service indicator and check on mileage...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-31-2021, 06:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,279
Posted By wfwright2
If all you are after is low dust, go with a...

If all you are after is low dust, go with a ceramic set.

I am using non-ceramic Hawk hi-performance pads, a bit of dust, less than OEM/OE, but with better all-around performance.



Sent...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-26-2021, 10:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,015
Posted By wfwright2
In my opinion, if just generic ATF is called for,...

In my opinion, if just generic ATF is called for, any full synthetic Dexron III or IV would be an acceptable choice. I prefer Redline products, but any mainline brand will be acceptable (Castrol, ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-02-2021, 07:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,140
Posted By wfwright2
Just make sure the diameter of the installed...

Just make sure the diameter of the installed tires are the same front to rear. With the wider, lower profile on the back on the wider wheels.

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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-07-2021, 09:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,763
Posted By wfwright2
Check the condition/health of your vehicle...

Check the condition/health of your vehicle battery. Random alarm is one of first symptoms of low system voltage from weak battery. I have had same issues with both e53 and e70. New battery solved...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-03-2019, 04:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,737
Posted By wfwright2
Check for water in the light housing. It causes...

Check for water in the light housing. It causes a failure that keeps the led illuminated, fix is replace the lens/lamp assembly and be sure to use a new gasket after cleaning the body of all old...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-17-2019, 08:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 848
Posted By wfwright2
There is a replaceable "standard" bulb, at least...

There is a replaceable "standard" bulb, at least in the pre-lci vehicles.
It is usually corroded contacts or circuit board traces because of moisture from a leaking factory seal.
First step is...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-01-2018, 09:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,123
Posted By wfwright2
My '07 had similar issues, started as an...

My '07 had similar issues, started as an occasional taking over control, morphed into an every drive AC slams hard into defrost mode high speed fan, warmed air out defrost ducts and recovery only...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-02-2018, 03:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,924
Posted By wfwright2
In my humble opinion, as the loaded vehicle is...

In my humble opinion, as the loaded vehicle is about 6000 lbs, ie 3 ton, if you only plan on picking up one corner at a time, 2 ton should be adequate.

Be careful where you put the jack, have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-31-2017, 07:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,602
Posted By wfwright2
Sorry, link did not work on my droid. On...

Sorry, link did not work on my droid.
On Tapatalk, Bimmerfest, 6series, e24. Last/latest post.

Cross blog transfers can be a pain

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-31-2017, 07:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,602
Posted By wfwright2
https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?url=http%253A%252...

https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?url=http%253A%252F%252Fwww%252Ebimmerfest%252Ecom%252Fforums%252Fforumdisplay%252Ephp%253F152&share_sfid=152&share_fid=91645&share_type=sf

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-31-2017, 07:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,602
Posted By wfwright2
Bert on the e24 and bigcoupegrp has one...

Bert on the e24 and bigcoupegrp has one advertised

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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-25-2017, 12:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,228
Posted By wfwright2
Not from this site, but linked list from bimmer's...

Not from this site, but linked list from bimmer's

https://www.bimmershops.com/search?q=Atlanta%2C%20GA%20
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-16-2017, 09:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,228
Posted By wfwright2
Do get a pre-purchase inspection by a...

Do get a pre-purchase inspection by a knowledgeable independant bmw mechanic. These things are complex and can hide other problems until you use it on a daily basis.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-16-2017, 07:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,228
Posted By wfwright2
Usually a sign of not enough use, or a lot of...

Usually a sign of not enough use, or a lot of short trips with all of the electrical accessories in use. These things try to control charge to maximize fuel economy and have a tendency not to fully...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-10-2017, 12:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,713
Posted By wfwright2
One or more of the in the wheel sensors are not...

One or more of the in the wheel sensors are not functioning, find one of the diagnosis computers and search for failure. Tire store may have done you in.

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-06-2017, 04:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,035
Posted By wfwright2
Be sure to follow the rules for disabling the...

Be sure to follow the rules for disabling the airbags, may give unpleasant surprise.

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Forum: Bluetooth 11-23-2016, 09:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,986
Posted By wfwright2
A wired link from the headset jack on the galaxy...

A wired link from the headset jack on the galaxy to the aux connector in the console, pick aux as the sound source via entertainment selection and off you go, sound Nirvana.
No headset jack, change...
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