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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-20-2018, 08:09 PM
Replies: 17,635
Views: 3,745,093
Posted By pearlpower
What did I do to my E53? Loaded up the family,...

What did I do to my E53? Loaded up the family, drove the 4.8is all over, Dinan exhaust and intake singing, pure pleasure. No issues, smooth, and pulls strong. It is next in line for an oil change. ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-17-2018, 12:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,037
Posted By pearlpower
I have 113k miles on my 4.8is, rebuilt the air...

I have 113k miles on my 4.8is, rebuilt the air compressor at 91k miles. No issues beyond that. I use the adjustable ride height often.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-12-2018, 11:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,648
Posted By pearlpower
Post. It was very apparent the clutch packs were...

Post. It was very apparent the clutch packs were trying their best.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-12-2018, 09:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,648
Posted By pearlpower
They were size up tires, not recommended tire...

They were size up tires, not recommended tire sizes, I should have stated that when I typed larger. Had nothing to do with the computer, it was the transfer case. It was also entertaining.......:)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-12-2018, 08:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,648
Posted By pearlpower
Have placed different tire brands and old vs new...

Have placed different tire brands and old vs new on axles for over 17 years on 7 different AWD vehicles. Not one issue, ever. I did run a larger than recommended rear setup (5% difference) on my 4.4...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-10-2018, 03:38 PM
Replies: 17,635
Views: 3,745,093
Posted By pearlpower
Warped rotors will cause steering wheel shake. I...

Warped rotors will cause steering wheel shake. I have turned over a thousand rotors in a prior life, even had my own lathe, and I no longer recommend turning as it just reduces the meat on the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2018, 12:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,062
Posted By pearlpower
I bought a cheapo unit(only one that fit) off...

I bought a cheapo unit(only one that fit) off Amazon, trimmed the plastic in the back, and fitted it there. Just wish it was higher quality, but it works fine.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2018, 12:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,763
Posted By pearlpower
Wow, that was a nasty sound for sure, but glad...

Wow, that was a nasty sound for sure, but glad you found the culprit. Good luck with the repair.
Forum: X ///M Forum 09-01-2018, 01:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,140
Posted By pearlpower
Anyone update their E70 X5M Steering Wheel?

Curious what available options exist.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2018, 12:06 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,196
Posted By pearlpower
Great find and welcome to the club.

Great find and welcome to the club.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2018, 12:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,782
Posted By pearlpower
I saw 7 this week alone in SoCa. All very clean,...

I saw 7 this week alone in SoCa. All very clean, none a 4.8is-itself rare.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-30-2018, 09:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,668
Posted By pearlpower
This transmission goes through solenoids rather...

This transmission goes through solenoids rather prematurely. My 4.4 went 196k or so on 2 sets of replacement solenoids and a set of rubber seals. Had the massive 2-1 slam and new solenoids fixed her...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-25-2018, 11:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 887
Posted By pearlpower
On my 04 4.4 it had problems, and would always...

On my 04 4.4 it had problems, and would always read No Read for my emissions test. On my 05 4.8is, no problems.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-22-2018, 11:48 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 16,005
Posted By pearlpower
Great post, thanks for sharing.

Great post, thanks for sharing.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-11-2018, 12:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,499
Posted By pearlpower
Thank you, yes, took me several hours between the...

Thank you, yes, took me several hours between the two.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-24-2018, 11:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,228
Posted By pearlpower
Rebuilt? The ecu is very finicky with aftermarket...

Rebuilt? The ecu is very finicky with aftermarket regulators found in many rebuilt alternators. I would only replace with an oem unit or at a minimum, oem regulator. I would check the belt to ensure...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-24-2018, 09:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,499
Posted By pearlpower
Ceramic Coated the old girl today

Washed, clayed, polished up. 4 layers of CQuartz followed with Reload. Even the wheels. Photos are tough to display it's brilliance. She never look so good. Very deep gloss and darkened the blue for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2018, 12:14 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 43,977
Posted By pearlpower
LE82142 Blue over Black 2005, where is the...

LE82142 Blue over Black 2005, where is the registry? To view.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2018, 02:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,109
Posted By pearlpower
someone on Ebay a while back was asking some...

someone on Ebay a while back was asking some insane price for a bar without the mounting kit. I would not buy a bar for $100 without a kit as I do not have the time or inclination to fabricate one....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-28-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,406
Posted By pearlpower
Have used it multiple times on several vehicles,...

Have used it multiple times on several vehicles, no issues. Yes, code up front, but clears once the smoke show is over.
Does it help? It can at times. Will not fix a real mechanical issue, but if...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2018, 12:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,561
Posted By pearlpower
New Autotrader is nice, but I primarily use...

New Autotrader is nice, but I primarily use cargurus.com.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-04-2018, 04:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,411
Posted By pearlpower
My #1 complaint with the E53, and it is painful...

At the risks of ridicule :) Photo attached. I have never had an SUV, truck, and obviously a car, which would slam the top sharp edge of the front door into my thick skull as painfully as the E53 so...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2018, 01:15 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 15,921
Posted By pearlpower
I recently swapped the white and black clips on...

I recently swapped the white and black clips on the drivers door-perfect. Definately buy both.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-31-2017, 11:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,668
Posted By pearlpower
My 4.4 has a very hot spot on the left middle...

My 4.4 has a very hot spot on the left middle bolster. I have to keep it on level 2. My 4.8 is fine.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-02-2017, 03:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,650
Posted By pearlpower
Very likely the solenoids, they are garbage in...

Very likely the solenoids, they are garbage in these transmissions, just about the worse solenoids I have encountered. For them to go south at 30k is common. Jerky shifts, even when cold, is a solid...
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