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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2011, 01:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,886
Posted By skiboats
http://tapatalk.com/mu/a6898a6c-944c-e858.jpgThe...

http://tapatalk.com/mu/a6898a6c-944c-e858.jpgThe dealer confirmed that it is a transmission line from the oil cooler, as I half expected.

Check out my awesome/unusual loaner! Need a ride?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2011, 03:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,886
Posted By skiboats
I thinks its tranny fluid. Was clean, not real...

I thinks its tranny fluid. Was clean, not real red. Not antifreeze. Everything was fine then started slipping and I barley made it in the driveway. Never overheated. Was hoping it is a line or...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-10-2011, 07:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,886
Posted By skiboats
My poor car....a tale of woe

About 6 months ago I replaced my expansion tank.

2 weeks ago the drivers side vertical plastic part of the radiator cracked.

I work at a Honda dealer and they put in an aftermarket radiator at...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-09-2011, 05:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,550
Posted By skiboats
No the expansion tank is fine. It has been...

No the expansion tank is fine. It has been replaced. It's the vertical ends, if you will, of the radiator itself that are made of plastic and cracked on the one side.

For some reason the local...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-09-2011, 11:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,550
Posted By skiboats
Help w/Radiator Please

Hi folks have not been here in a while. My 2001 X5 4.4 sport has a cracked radiator, the side tank failed has 110,000 on it.

The radiator place indicated there were 2, one with a hose hole, and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-12-2011, 11:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,130
Posted By skiboats
You don't need to swap out the rims, the smaller...

You don't need to swap out the rims, the smaller tires will fit the larger rim just fine.

I had all the same tires when I bought mine, when it was time to replace them, I went with the staggered...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-05-2010, 06:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,210
Posted By skiboats
My "plate awning" was replaced about a year ago,...

My "plate awning" was replaced about a year ago, but I'll take it off and see what's going on in there.

I'll check that upper harness too, if I can.

It will go weeks with no issues, then it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-04-2010, 06:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,210
Posted By skiboats
Trunklid with a Mind of it's Owne!

Just like it says. Opens randomly. Sometimes before you can get back in, after getting out to close it, it opens again.

Starting to get to be a real PIA.

Any quick tips on getting it to cease?...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-30-2010, 10:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,450
Posted By skiboats
I think the new OEM ones are the run flat version...

I think the new OEM ones are the run flat version and they are more expensive.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-30-2010, 07:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,450
Posted By skiboats
Re: Got some new tires!

Cross contact or something like that. They are gone now. Never had the Diamaris. These duelers are very quiet. Ride nice grip well.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-29-2010, 03:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,679
Posted By skiboats
I have a Dinan CAI on my 4.4 other than an X...

I have a Dinan CAI on my 4.4 other than an X pipe/ resonator delete, that's all I've done.

The power gain is prolly minute, but it looks cool and does sound nice.

Fuel economy is worse, but I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-29-2010, 11:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,450
Posted By skiboats
Got some new tires!

Hello folks have not been here lately.

My Car is an '01 Now it feels like new, sort of.

Ended up getting Bridgestone Dueler HP's 285-45 19's
& 255-50 19's

My old Conti's were almost shot...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-31-2010, 12:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,273
Posted By skiboats
Overnighting a left rear sensor. They replaced...

Overnighting a left rear sensor. They replaced the right now it need the left. Will be done tomorrow.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-31-2010, 09:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 26,242
Posted By skiboats
I had mine replaced a couple of months ago BMW...

I had mine replaced a couple of months ago BMW picked up the labor and the Dealer sold me the parts at cost.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-31-2010, 09:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,273
Posted By skiboats
Glad I have a good warranty.

Glad I have a good warranty.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-31-2010, 08:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,273
Posted By skiboats
Question Self leveling suspension inactive??

Hello everyone, have not been here latley. Got that message the other day, took it to the dealer, needs a sensor. They ordered the sensor said it would be a couple of days.

The car is riding fine...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-12-2010, 06:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,017
Posted By skiboats
Re: My beloved left on a flatbed this morning.

Carefree car protection/ Fidelity warranty services.

'01 82,000 miles.

They have covered a lot so far.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-12-2010, 05:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,017
Posted By skiboats
My beloved left on a flatbed this morning.

Driving along yesterday and the transmission fail safe warning came on. I pulled over shut it off restarted and was fine for the rest of the day. Last night went to run an errand and noticed the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-12-2010, 04:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,295
Posted By skiboats
Re: What are your thoughts about this.......

I'm in sales too. Have been for 36 years, 11 of that cars. Now I work for myself.

I don't make every deal with every customer, not even repeat customers.

I am my own boss, so I am completely...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-17-2009, 10:38 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 974
Posted By skiboats
Check Brake Fluid Light...

Went on. I topped it off, about a month later went on again. Brought the car to the dealer, it has a rusty brake line that is just starting to leak. BMW will cover it, not bad for an '01.

Having...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-04-2009, 08:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,322
Posted By skiboats
Re: Need help. X5 4.4 exhaust piping size

2.25 is what I used. Others have used 2.5. I think 2.25 is a closer fit.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2009, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,612
Posted By skiboats
Here you go. ...

Here you go. http://www.Xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/57166-i-installed-hid-kit-my-fog-lights-today.html

The heon bulbs are weak.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-23-2009, 03:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,232
Posted By skiboats
Here is the thread I posted a while back: ...

Here is the thread I posted a while back: http://www.Xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/59232-tire-wheel-staggered-but-not.html

I think the tire manufacturers give a range of rim sizes that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-22-2009, 07:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,232
Posted By skiboats
Not an expert here but, you can fit non staggered...

Not an expert here but, you can fit non staggered tires on staggered rims.

Mine is that way and I asked this question here last year. I have 255-50-19's all the way around, but my rear rims are...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-09-2009, 03:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,818
Posted By skiboats
Dealer was right, left rear speed sensor. SES was...

Dealer was right, left rear speed sensor. SES was an O2 sensor, both covered by extended warranty. Had to order. Meanwhile I drive an '09 528I till Monday when it's done.
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