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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2016, 11:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 890
Posted By A B Able Truck
Not sure the how close but try Alex at - Home -...

Not sure the how close but try Alex at -
Home - ABR Houston | Specializing in Advanced BMW Repair and ServiceABR Houston | Specializing in Advanced BMW Repair and Service | Advanced BMW Repair and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-03-2016, 11:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,817
Posted By A B Able Truck
I believe if you unplug the MAF it reverts back...

I believe if you unplug the MAF it reverts back to throttle body operation with normal valve lift. The same way unplugging the VANOS solenoids do. I'll bet it's a carbon buildup issue. Run shet out...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-02-2016, 10:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,817
Posted By A B Able Truck
Info - ...

Info -
https://www.reddit.com/r/BMW/comments/21xiyi/puffs_of_white_or_blue_smoke_from_your_n62_44_v8/
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2016, 08:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,683
Posted By A B Able Truck
If you don't want to scratch your paint from a...

If you don't want to scratch your paint from a flying roundel as in this video, just cut the center out with a dremel and pry from the inside.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-26-2016, 09:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,273
Posted By A B Able Truck
If you're a DIY'er rebuilding the valve body is a...

If you're a DIY'er rebuilding the valve body is a no brainer. And you can do it for 3>4 hundred - depending on the condition, minus solenoids and the fluid you choose. There are several things to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-30-2016, 03:30 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 131,960
Posted By A B Able Truck
I would assume with both pipes going to one...

I would assume with both pipes going to one muffler the right & left mix. Then expel out the two tailpipes, so you can't differentiate between the two banks.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-30-2016, 02:54 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 131,960
Posted By A B Able Truck
BTWDS - if your two pipes are side by side you...

BTWDS - if your two pipes are side by side you only have single exhaust with a flapper controlling the 2nd outlet and you need to pull your throttle body to see how much oil is pooled in your intake.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-30-2016, 02:34 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 131,960
Posted By A B Able Truck
You asked for opinions and I gave mine. Troll -...

You asked for opinions and I gave mine. Troll - been called worse - but when you posted to this thread I got a fken e-mail because I was part of the previous conversation. But I will remove that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-29-2016, 10:19 AM
Replies: 274
Views: 131,960
Posted By A B Able Truck
As I see it: - Oil within your intake should...

As I see it:
- Oil within your intake should not be considered normal & that needs to be diagnosed and remedied first. But keep in mind, your valve stem seals affect crankcase vacuum which effects...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-14-2015, 11:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,635
Posted By A B Able Truck
Save yourself the headache of doing the job twice...

Save yourself the headache of doing the job twice - don't use a Dorman replacement - go oem.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-11-2015, 11:28 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,843
Posted By A B Able Truck
Best response stolen from another thread; Your...

Best response stolen from another thread;
Your battery does more than just provide electrical current. It shorts spikes and transients to ground. Removing the battery from the circuit allows those...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-10-2015, 11:22 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,843
Posted By A B Able Truck
A good idea, especially for the short commute...

A good idea, especially for the short commute driver.

What Causes Car Batteries to Fail? – Battery University (http://batteryuniversity.com/learn/article/what_causes_car_batteries_to_fail)
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2015, 09:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 24,721
Posted By A B Able Truck
67885 When assembling - notice the spacers...

67885

When assembling - notice the spacers on the bracket are threaded. With an allen wrench back off then snug all spacers/bolts to the block before you tighten them (side of block hardware...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-26-2015, 11:18 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 16,013
Posted By A B Able Truck
While this thread has taken the road of no return...

While this thread has taken the road of no return to the original topic - and - I haven't read any posts about the window regulators, but I do have a friend that said he replaced two on his BMW. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-21-2015, 11:42 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 16,013
Posted By A B Able Truck
I love a good fight as much as the next guy, but...

I love a good fight as much as the next guy, but returning to the original question;

http://www.exx.se/techinfo/docs/sib_170107.pdf
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-25-2015, 08:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,208
Posted By A B Able Truck
It appears to rest in the V-saddle next to it I...

It appears to rest in the V-saddle next to it
I would replace the return spring & intermediate lever if damaged
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-15-2015, 06:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,091
Posted By A B Able Truck
This is why; ...

This is why;
http://www.xoutpost.com/attachments/x5-e53-forum/31277d1237537503-crankcase-ventilation-system-oil-separator-now-covered-under-cpo-sib-11-01-07.pdf

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2015, 06:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,319
Posted By A B Able Truck
Some solenoids have screen "filters" (center...

Some solenoids have screen "filters" (center section) and some don't -
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DIY cleaning;
DIY: Cleaning VANOS Solenoids - 5Series.net - Forums...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2015, 11:03 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,540
Posted By A B Able Truck
Yes, as you pointed out - It's the dealership and...

Yes, as you pointed out - It's the dealership and manufacturer's attitude towards the situation the consumer is expected to accept. Whereas it will cost the consumer in related repairs that should be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-24-2015, 07:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,540
Posted By A B Able Truck
An attitude like this is why they get away it. ...

An attitude like this is why they get away it.

At the very least check whether the engine is drawing oil into the combustion chamber through the crankcase breather system. It would suggest that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2015, 11:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,540
Posted By A B Able Truck
You're probably overfilled and that can damage...

You're probably overfilled and that can damage the engine. Do you have a dipstick?? If not, I'd do a drain & fill to verify.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-19-2015, 11:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,054
Posted By A B Able Truck
A thermostate normally opens at around 190º F -...

A thermostate normally opens at around 190º F - so you have a problem.
(Did you mean Celsius) Should run around 210º F depending on the condition of your cooling system
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2015, 11:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 847
Posted By A B Able Truck
The Arnott has a 2 year warranty

The Arnott has a 2 year warranty
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-14-2015, 11:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,119
Posted By A B Able Truck
If it's the same as a friend just installed -...

If it's the same as a friend just installed - it's not discontinued (BMW# 51 13 0392 164 standard - 51 13 0392 919 aero - $1,800 list - 2 weeks out)
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-14-2015, 10:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,435
Posted By A B Able Truck
Check these; ...

Check these;

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qUzxHPRlx4I

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