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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-13-2019, 06:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 21,242
Posted By PhilUK
No need to change the rear shocks if converting...

No need to change the rear shocks if converting to coil springs.

I went over to springs over a year ago and have never looked back. Ride comfort is the same as airbags :thumbup:
...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-02-2019, 07:21 AM
Replies: 1,165
Views: 301,863
Posted By PhilUK
Fitted FK Automotive front springs (40mm) and...

Fitted FK Automotive front springs (40mm) and rear lowering links.

Next jobs are 15mm(front) / 20mm(rear) spacers and oval tailpipes. Pics to follow :thumbup:

...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-21-2018, 02:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,903
Posted By PhilUK
Any luck with the DIY yet? ;)

Any luck with the DIY yet? ;)
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-12-2018, 06:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,713
Posted By PhilUK
Thanks for the reply blue dragon. I had read...

Thanks for the reply blue dragon.

I had read the other thread relating to glow plug module connections which got me thinking that may be the issue. ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-12-2018, 05:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,713
Posted By PhilUK
Yes, all connections have been checked apart from...

Yes, all connections have been checked apart from the glow plug module as it will mean another strip down. Do you think that I am getting error codes for all glow plugs means the issue is with the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-12-2018, 04:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,713
Posted By PhilUK
Yes, read about someone doing this on a thread on...

Yes, read about someone doing this on a thread on this forum. I guess you shouldn't believe everything you read!

What is the problem with spraying EGR cleaner down the ports?

Any advice on the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-11-2018, 11:38 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,903
Posted By PhilUK
:rofl::thumbup: I would be keen to see how...

:rofl::thumbup:

I would be keen to see how its done, part numbers etc. Been meaning to do this swap for ages. ;)
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-11-2018, 11:04 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,903
Posted By PhilUK
I think he meant why didn't you do a DIY to show...

I think he meant why didn't you do a DIY to show everyone how it is done :rofl:
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-11-2018, 10:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,713
Posted By PhilUK
Unhappy HELP! Won't start after replacing glows plugs + glow plug module

Hi all,

I should start by saying my 35d E70 was occasionally stalling before I replaced the glow plugs + module. I knew there was an issue with the glow plugs and/or module as it was throwing...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-04-2018, 10:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,637
Posted By PhilUK
Question Would bad glow plugs cause car to stall when warm???

Hi All,

I have had Carly showing faults codes for 4 glow plugs the glow plug module for some time and have been meaning to replace them on my 35d E70. The car has been spluttering when cold...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-18-2014, 06:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,265
Posted By PhilUK
Exclamation Hi, You only need 2 x springs, 2 x upper...

Hi,

You only need 2 x springs, 2 x upper spring cups, 2 x lower spring cups and 2 x covers.

The complete conversion kit can be bought on eBay here in the UK for under £200 ($313). US shipping...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-20-2013, 05:46 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 64,725
Posted By PhilUK
I bought the full version here: BRAND NEW BMW...

I bought the full version here: BRAND NEW BMW Scanner 1.4.0 programmer | eBay (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/170826322178)

Only £25 delivered to the UK and works perfectly! :thumbup:
Forum: Vendor Forum 02-13-2013, 05:34 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 20,606
Posted By PhilUK
I bought my Depo's from a German retailer and...

I bought my Depo's from a German retailer and they definitely have autoleveling.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-05-2013, 09:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,110
Posted By PhilUK
Unhappy Door Lock (actuator) problem. See video

I have a problem with my drivers door where the door doesn't lock via the central locking. :(

When the button on the key fob is pushed you can here the actuator move but it goes back to it's...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-19-2012, 09:57 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 37,588
Posted By PhilUK
If you go in via the homepage you can choose to...

If you go in via the homepage you can choose to view the site in English (well kind of!). :thumbup:

Carparts-Online GmbH (http://www.carparts-online.de)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-16-2012, 10:09 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 37,588
Posted By PhilUK
I have just ordered these, will post some pics...

I have just ordered these, will post some pics once fitted. :D

Note the 4 columns of LED's instead of the usual 3.

Click here...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-09-2012, 10:41 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 37,327
Posted By PhilUK
I recently fitted one of these to my E53, fits...

I recently fitted one of these to my E53, fits perfectly and looks great! :thumbup:

BMW X5 REAR WIPER ARM&BLADE (older shape) | eBay...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-06-2012, 08:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,663
Posted By PhilUK
I have exactly the same noise from mine on start...

I have exactly the same noise from mine on start up, a few loudish knocks and only lasts about a second.

Will be interested to hear further replies.

:dunno:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-19-2012, 11:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,712
Posted By PhilUK
I thought exactly that but I caught the liquid in...

I thought exactly that but I caught the liquid in a bowl and it is blue in colour (the same as my coolant) so is definitely coolant! :dunno:

Sorry, vehicle details now added to my sig. :D
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-19-2012, 10:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,712
Posted By PhilUK
Loosing coolant at an alarming rate!

On the second day of owning my X5 the coolant level warning was activated, no big deal I though as I had no idea how long it had been since the previous owner had topped it up. So I proceeded to top...
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