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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-18-2013, 11:50 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,740
Posted By Jarola
WOW

I am in...where did you get them? Ebay? Also, can you talk about the installation?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-25-2013, 01:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,825
Posted By Jarola
Mine had about 50,000 on it. I replaced them. And...

Mine had about 50,000 on it. I replaced them. And the rideimproved 100%. I did however rip my cv joint boot. Grease all over the place! 300 to replace. Win some, lose some.

J
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-25-2013, 01:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,305
Posted By Jarola
07 e70 3.0l Oil Consumption?

Just changed my oil today after 7000 miles. I recovered about 5.5 quarts...so 1.5 was burned off? Is this normal? It has 59000 miles on it.

J
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-25-2013, 01:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 30,389
Posted By Jarola
Thanks! I actually just muscled it off. What a...

Thanks! I actually just muscled it off. What a pain! Thanks. Number 6 was a pain in the ass!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-25-2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 30,389
Posted By Jarola
Step 1: Start by removing the center engine cover...

Step 1: Start by removing the center engine cover by unscrewing 4 hex bolts using a ratcheting wrench. The furthest inside hex bolts was the most difficult one to access as there is virtually no...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-11-2013, 03:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,768
Posted By Jarola
My OCD makes me change my plugs every 30,000...

My OCD makes me change my plugs every 30,000 miles or so. I like doing the job and thinking that my car is tuned to the best of my ability.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2013, 07:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,825
Posted By Jarola
I don't think there is a manual out yet for the...

I don't think there is a manual out yet for the e70
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,825
Posted By Jarola
Thanks for the advice guys. I am replacing the...

Thanks for the advice guys. I am replacing the whole unit. Ball joints and all. Would you happen to know the torque setting to use on that nut when tightening?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,825
Posted By Jarola
Oh. Looks they require an allen wrench?

Oh. Looks they require an allen wrench?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2013, 03:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,825
Posted By Jarola
Ard? Do you have these combination nuts on your...

Ard? Do you have these combination nuts on your x5?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2013, 02:11 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,825
Posted By Jarola
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8371/8462468716_893e...

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8371/8462468716_893eb3425b_b.jpg
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2013, 01:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,825
Posted By Jarola
Looks like there are combination nuts on the...

Looks like there are combination nuts on the ends. Do you guys know where to get inexpensive sockets for these things?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-08-2013, 12:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,904
Posted By Jarola
I have a 530i and have no problem with the engine...

I have a 530i and have no problem with the engine cover, but this one seems different.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-07-2013, 11:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,904
Posted By Jarola
How do you remove the engine cover?

I have an 07 3.0. And it has some cables that run on top of the back of the engine. I am trying to do a sparkplug change. Anyone have a DIY?

J
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-07-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,768
Posted By Jarola
Is the a DIY out there for this? I want to see...

Is the a DIY out there for this? I want to see what I am getting myself into.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-06-2013, 09:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,825
Posted By Jarola
No CPO. Just me my hands and my tools.

No CPO. Just me my hands and my tools.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-06-2013, 10:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,825
Posted By Jarola
I found some on Ebay for a very good price. ...

I found some on Ebay for a very good price. Anyone have any good experience with such parts from ebay? The seller tells me that the parts are OEM replacements, made in Germany.

Also, From what...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-05-2013, 04:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,825
Posted By Jarola
Did that, looks like there are wishbones and...

Did that, looks like there are wishbones and tension struts. I will purchase the tension strut, thanks
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-05-2013, 11:42 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,825
Posted By Jarola
Lower Tensioner Arms = Lower Control Arms?

Hello,

My 07 3.0 has been having a bad vibration when I apply the brakes. It actually makes the steering wheel vibrate from left to right very fast. I though it might be that my rotors are...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-20-2012, 12:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,092
Posted By Jarola
I was quoted roughly $900 for parts and labor for...

I was quoted roughly $900 for parts and labor for both springs in Tampa...I highly doubt that BMW will do this job for $125.00 at least not at the one near me....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-20-2012, 12:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,092
Posted By Jarola
Thanks for the write up! How long did it take...

Thanks for the write up! How long did it take you?

1.5 hours

Is this not a DIY job unless you have access to the software to deflate the air bags?

Yes, this is true, might have to wait...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-20-2012, 11:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,092
Posted By Jarola
So I fixed my problem! I did it with the help of...

So I fixed my problem! I did it with the help of a BMW mechanic in my driveway. Here is how we did it.

1. Used BMW software to deflate the airbags. Removed the fuse under the glove box to prevent...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-27-2012, 09:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,092
Posted By Jarola
Bmw found a leak in one of the air springs. I...

Bmw found a leak in one of the air springs. I have ordered 2 springs from the huskergroup for $188 a piece. Are these easily replaced in the driveway? DIY perhaps?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-16-2012, 01:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,553
Posted By Jarola
Does it auto-connect to your phone after you turn...

Does it auto-connect to your phone after you turn it on? Or do you have to re-pair it?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-15-2012, 02:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,553
Posted By Jarola
Thanks for posting this, does this work with the...

Thanks for posting this, does this work with the iphone? I have my finger on the trigger to buy...
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