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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2023, 03:07 PM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 1,212,371
Posted By Squiggy
One thing I've noticed on my 4.6 is that...

One thing I've noticed on my 4.6 is that downshifting in Sport Mode is harsh, so I only put it in Sport Mode if I am accelerating. If I'm about to hit the brakes or let off the gas I will jump out of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-22-2023, 07:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,426
Posted By Squiggy
Glad to see your key might have been the issue....

Glad to see your key might have been the issue. Sorry for the later reply. I keep notes about any issues I have with my X5 and my notes say every time I have had a no start problem it has been the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-30-2023, 09:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 442
Posted By Squiggy
Thanks for the tips. Mine does this... if the...

Thanks for the tips. Mine does this... if the idiot lights come on when I start the car I notice no negative effects while driving (but have not tested the ABS or traction control on a slippery road...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-28-2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 442
Posted By Squiggy
Thanks for the feedback! Will check the wheel...

Thanks for the feedback! Will check the wheel speed sensors. Problem presented before (and after) the brake job.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2023, 11:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 442
Posted By Squiggy
Brake pedal vibrates then warning lights come on

Occasionally when I am driving I notice feedback from the brake pedal. Feels like a short 'vibration' or 'grinding' under my foot. Then the warning lights come on; Brake, ABS, Traction Control....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2023, 11:12 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 10,832
Posted By Squiggy
I have been considering electronic cut outs for a...

I have been considering electronic cut outs for a long time. You get the quietness your passengers and neighbors enjoy, but can open it up when you get away from people and let it roar. And you can...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2023, 11:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,298
Posted By Squiggy
I no longer work under my X5 in parking lots....

I no longer work under my X5 in parking lots. It's a safety issue. Everything I'm doing might be safe but I can't predict when some driver might swing into the parking lot and hit my car while I am...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2023, 10:56 PM
Replies: 1,116
Views: 238,692
Posted By Squiggy
@117,000 miles. Bought at 72K 10.5 yrs ago

@117,000 miles. Bought at 72K 10.5 yrs ago
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2023, 10:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,426
Posted By Squiggy
imo a 20 year old X5 like mine would only make a...

imo a 20 year old X5 like mine would only make a good daily driver for a gearhead, but not for my family. My 'truck' is not great on gas, so I can't justify using it to commute. I don't want to put...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-09-2021, 09:06 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
As promised, photos of the size difference...

As promised, photos of the size difference between the M54 tensioner spring (left) and M62 tensioner spring (right). The M54 spring is a beast but it does actually fit inside the M62 tensioner....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-29-2020, 05:52 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
If this is true (or if there are other reasons) I...

If this is true (or if there are other reasons) I wonder if a compromise, such as placing a steel washer or washers at the base of the spring to make it even longer might help. So the spring is still...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-29-2020, 05:05 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
While waiting for my new timing chain guide...

While waiting for my new timing chain guide tensioner to come in the mail, I have been thinking about how these tensioners work. As discussed, the spring in the tensioner presses the passenger side...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 05:50 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
((shudder)) Thanks Kampus! lol :D

((shudder))

Thanks Kampus! lol :D
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 05:49 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
Thanks for the clarification. 8mm longer? Wow....

Thanks for the clarification. 8mm longer? Wow. I'd wager that is enough to be fairly significant.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 07:13 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
Hmm. Found this video. I admit I'm a little...

Hmm. Found this video. I admit I'm a little confused as to whether the spring does any meaningful work after startup. The video says, "as the chain slackens the tensioner is indexed forward by the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 06:04 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
This all said I'm not 110% sure exactly how the...

This all said I'm not 110% sure exactly how the tensioner works. I think the spring presses the lower passenger guide against the chain so the chain is tensioned at start up. Then once oil pressure...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 05:57 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
I just bought the M54 spring. The M62 tensioner...

I just bought the M54 spring. The M62 tensioner is coming in the mail in about 10 days. I will compare the two springs and post photos.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 05:30 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
Thanks. I'm not 100% sure. I did not see anyone...

Thanks. I'm not 100% sure. I did not see anyone post a direct link. Here is the one I found. I think it is the same as the one you found.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 04:53 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
Later I found mention of other people who have...

Later I found mention of other people who have reported good results using the spring for an M54 tensioner in their M62 tensioners. You can buy the M54 spring online for $5 US.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 02:47 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
Found a guy who did this on another forum and he...

Found a guy who did this on another forum and he said it fixed the problem. He put a stronger spring in his tensioner. It kinda makes sense. If your chain is slightly elongated then buying a new...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 01:10 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
I'm just guessing but I imagine if your (or my)...

I'm just guessing but I imagine if your (or my) timing chain is slightly elongated then putting a slightly stronger spring in the tensioner might help. That would be an interesting, albeit maybe...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 12:55 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
This is from a Lexus forum. Thought it was...

This is from a Lexus forum. Thought it was interesting and maybe relevant...

"Number one reason why plastic chain guides fail is because of improper chain tension. The older 20R wasn't more...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2020, 09:03 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
Try the BMW filter? Try a different tensioner? Or...

Try the BMW filter? Try a different tensioner? Or try a different weight oil? Other than that I'm not sure there is anything you can do. Perhaps swap out the spring in your tensioner for a stiffer...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2020, 07:51 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
I'm no expert but my understanding is that at...

I'm no expert but my understanding is that at normal and colder temps the 0W40 will run thinner than the 5W30, but when it gets hot the 5W30 will eventually become thinner than the 0W40. I guess...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2020, 04:14 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,916
Posted By Squiggy
Thanks. I will probably only try 0W 40 if all...

Thanks. I will probably only try 0W 40 if all else fails.
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