Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
10-04-2020, 08:24 PM
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I think I saw a youtube video of someone doing...
I think I saw a youtube video of someone doing something similar to as you are describing. I am guessing you have to remove the engine plate to do that? I hate removing that thing, so I was doing...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
10-03-2020, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,584
Engine mount replacement DIY
Just did the engine mounts on my 2004 3.0 E53 X5. Just wanted to share some information for those who may need it in the future.
If your engine is vibrating when in park or stopped while in...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
10-10-2019, 03:38 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 9,353
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
08-29-2019, 02:32 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,130
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
08-29-2019, 02:20 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,130
What diameter tips are those and where did you...
What diameter tips are those and where did you get them from?
While searching on Amazon, I was a bit surprised that it was a bit tricky trying to find a set of tips that fits what I am looking for.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
08-29-2019, 12:35 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,442
I installed BC coils on my E53 recently. Went...
I installed BC coils on my E53 recently. Went with the full coilover set up in the rear. I didn't even know there was a separate spring and shock set up available from BC.
I put them on with...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
08-29-2019, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,130
Straight single tip exhaust?
Thinking about cutting the exhaust tips off of my 3.0 to change them. However, I was thinking of just replacing them with single straight tips versus the dual straight tips that people usually...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-30-2019, 02:54 AM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
I didn't consider the PCV issue and at the...
I didn't consider the PCV issue and at the moment, I probably won't be checking or looking too much into that.
Ah yes, forgot to address the idea of doing the cut oil pan gasket method. I had...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-29-2019, 01:04 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
I had also put UV dye in my engine oil, which...
I had also put UV dye in my engine oil, which really made it clear what type of oil was leaking. Combining that with my low oil level sensor going off, it was obvious that it wasn't my differential...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-28-2019, 10:31 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-22-2019, 03:03 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
Going to look at the oil filter housing gasket...
Going to look at the oil filter housing gasket more closely today. Although, I don't see how the leak from the oil filter housing gasket could end up with oil on the axle housing on the passenger...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-01-2019, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
06-30-2019, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
06-27-2019, 11:09 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
06-25-2019, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-11-2019, 10:28 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
I'll take a look at it again. I have a camera...
I'll take a look at it again. I have a camera scope that I used to inspect the area around the OFH and it was relatively dry. Good tip on reinstalling the gasket for the OFH.
When doing the OFH...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-11-2019, 10:07 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-11-2019, 04:57 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
Does anyone know if there is a kit for the oil...
Does anyone know if there is a kit for the oil pan gasket that includes the oil pan bolts as well? I have seen a few people mention that those should be replaced at the same time when doing the...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-11-2019, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-11-2019, 01:37 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
Interesting that you mention that long oil pan...
Interesting that you mention that long oil pan bolt on the back, cause I did notice that same bolt on my car looked like it was soaked in oil and was providing a path for the oil to make its way...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-08-2019, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
I did remove the stiffening plate underneath...
I did remove the stiffening plate underneath there and cleaned everything up already as well. So all of that oil leaking in the pictures are actually pretty much fresh. The oil will leak without me...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-08-2019, 12:22 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
Looks like the poster after you said that it...
Looks like the poster after you said that it shouldn't leak from the oil pan if it is just sitting?
Forgot to also mention that my engine is an M54 and it is a LHD vehicle.
Another thing I...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-07-2019, 10:35 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 22,484
Massive oil leak on passenger side
Experiencing a massive oil leak all of a sudden. The oil is leaking down where the engine/transmission meets and also where the front passenger side axle connects to the oil pan. Valve cover gasket...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
01-16-2019, 04:38 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,440
Ebay fiberglass flares - Installation
Looking for some info on how the installation process is like for the fiberglass flares that are sold on ebay. I've seen some people mention them installing it on their cars on this forum, but...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-21-2018, 03:29 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,054
The ends are still there, since the physical...
The ends are still there, since the physical hoses are still there, but they're just cracked and were once repaired with tape, which didn't pass the visual with the smog guy this time.
It is hose...
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