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Forum: X3 (F25) Forum 01-01-2024, 01:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,158
Posted By semcoinc
X3 F25 Fuel Tank Removal

As a result of a T-bone wreck to my F25, the driver side/left side fuel level sender float was dislodged. As a result the fuel level gauge has become inop.

This left side sending unit is not...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-13-2023, 10:49 AM
Replies: 1,481
Views: 351,501
Posted By semcoinc
I ran mine down under the console. Unbolted the...

I ran mine down under the console. Unbolted the back, IIRC, and ran it under the carpet to the rear hatch area.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-03-2023, 12:21 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By semcoinc
When I configured my E53/4.4L for cold weather...

When I configured my E53/4.4L for cold weather ops in Wisconsin I added heater pads to the engine and transmission oil pans as well as a battery maintainer. The battery maintainer I use nearly all...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-14-2022, 10:28 AM
Replies: 1,481
Views: 351,501
Posted By semcoinc
No, that has never happened to me. Knock on...

No, that has never happened to me.

Knock on wood!

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-26-2022, 09:59 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 156,404
Posted By semcoinc
What I did for adding a sub to my non-DSP E53 was...

What I did for adding a sub to my non-DSP E53 was to source an OE subwoofer enclosure from eBay and mount it into the OE location. It took a little bit of rewiring and termination work to go from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2022, 09:57 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,636
Posted By semcoinc
My engine mounts appear to be fine at ~138K miles...

My engine mounts appear to be fine at ~138K miles but I would add brake fluid flush. For this I use Motul 5.1 synthetic brake fluid.

I would also add changing all main coolant hoses.

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2021, 08:09 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 11,665
Posted By semcoinc
My E53 was already configured with a heated...

My E53 was already configured with a heated steering wheel. However, I fitted my E46 with one using an E53 heated steering wheel using this guidance

Pictorial DIY: BMW Heated Steering Wheel...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-14-2021, 07:38 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By semcoinc
I'm eyeing the Fleet Farm 5-gallon pail of Shell...

I'm eyeing the Fleet Farm 5-gallon pail of Shell Rotella T6 that is on sale for $80 with a $40 mail-in rebate up here in Appleton, WI :thumbup:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 09:05 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By semcoinc
Changed the rear axle CV joint half shafts. The...

Changed the rear axle CV joint half shafts. The clicking was finally getting to me.

Got only about 24K on the "Lifetime" Duralast AutoZone units, which they replaced for free. Originally bought in...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2020, 08:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,905
Posted By semcoinc
A while ago, my gauge was sticking at about 11...

A while ago, my gauge was sticking at about 11 gallons (as verified by Ibus app) and would not go below that level. I almost got stranded on a long trip by not realizing it in time but as luck would...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-25-2020, 01:28 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 13,799
Posted By semcoinc
Good judgement comes from experience and...

Good judgement comes from experience and experience comes from bad judgment.

I’ve changed my in tank fuel pump about 4K miles ago at about 122k miles. Watch out for infant mortality of parts also,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2020, 10:43 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 11,024
Posted By semcoinc
Just finished installing 2.1.4.2 into my E53. ...

Just finished installing 2.1.4.2 into my E53.

About the only noticeable difference that I caught in the first boot up is that the maximum fuel level has gone from 21 gallons to 22 gallons. A good...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2020, 08:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,312
Posted By semcoinc
Excellent DIY SpookX5! :thumbup: This one...

Excellent DIY SpookX5! :thumbup:

This one will be on my list of mods to add during some winter downtime.

Do you or anyone know if there is an aftermarket clear lens that can be installed while...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-26-2020, 07:55 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 11,024
Posted By semcoinc
I just downloaded iBus 2.1.4.2 and was wondering...

I just downloaded iBus 2.1.4.2 and was wondering if anyone can fill me in on the changes/updates on that version????

I'll be installing it tonight, just wanted to get any insight on what to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-23-2020, 08:29 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By semcoinc
Good Job guntherrex :thumbup: If you could...

Good Job guntherrex :thumbup:

If you could post the link for the DIY battery replacement video that would be helpful for when I need to attack this problem, someday down the road.

Thanks,
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-22-2020, 05:56 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,151
Posted By semcoinc
:iagree: :thumbup: Mike

:iagree:

:thumbup:

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-22-2020, 10:33 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,151
Posted By semcoinc
Just completed another TX to WI trip of nearly...

Just completed another TX to WI trip of nearly 1200 miles in my X5 without issue while towing about 4,000 pounds of trailer and cargo. The U-Haul ramp trailer weighs 1200 pounds and we had about 1800...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-05-2020, 09:25 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,151
Posted By semcoinc
Several times in the past few years I have pulled...

Several times in the past few years I have pulled about 4,000# of trailer and load on 1200 mile trips without issue.

IMHO, the keys to reliability are:

Don't buy a trashed out, beat on vehicle...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-04-2020, 09:27 PM
Replies: 461
Views: 113,283
Posted By semcoinc
I can confirm that in the year or more of my...

I can confirm that in the year or more of my speaker upgrade there have been no issues with the 4ohm speakers that I listed in my post.

The only caveat being that I no longer use the stock factory...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-08-2020, 08:56 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By semcoinc
:wow::wow::wow: Did you push it in? :rofl: ...

:wow::wow::wow:

Did you push it in? :rofl:

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-07-2020, 10:31 PM
Replies: 289
Views: 131,667
Posted By semcoinc
This would be a great software add for the iBus...

This would be a great software add for the iBus app if possible. :dunno: :dunno:

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-07-2020, 09:50 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By semcoinc
After battling with a sticking fuel gauge (stuck...

After battling with a sticking fuel gauge (stuck at about 12 gallons) for a 2400mile round trip, pulling 4,000# of U-Haul trailer and load, I finally changed out the left side fuel level sending...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-07-2020, 09:06 PM
Replies: 289
Views: 131,667
Posted By semcoinc
With the factory trailer module and factory...

With the factory trailer module and factory wiring harness installed, I got hyper flashing when connected to the newer U-Haul trailer with LED lighting.

:dunno: :dunno: :dunno:

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-22-2020, 12:29 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By semcoinc
:iagree: A number of years ago shortly after...

:iagree:

A number of years ago shortly after T6 first debuted, there was a lot of enthusiasm for it in the auto community.

I did research of T6 specs and posted it here:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-22-2020, 11:43 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By semcoinc
IMHO, it's an internal combustion engine oil :D ...

IMHO, it's an internal combustion engine oil :D

Engine oil choices are like noses and anuses, everybody's got a different one :rofl:

I've done the spec comparisons against the AMSOIL I was...
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