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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-03-2026, 08:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,272
Posted By Masospaghetti
Ok, finally did some more testing and got some...

Ok, finally did some more testing and got some good results. Went ahead and vacuumed the system down and refilled by weight. Results are +2C on the passenger side - to be honest, this might be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-01-2026, 11:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,272
Posted By Masospaghetti
The compressor changed on build date 10/2002...

The compressor changed on build date 10/2002 (according to Rockauto), my build is 09/2003, so I have the newer variable-displacement compressor. I confirmed today by looking under the hood.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-01-2026, 12:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,272
Posted By Masospaghetti
Both sides were set to 65 F and the fan about...

Both sides were set to 65 F and the fan about halfway. I'll get another shot with it on MAX A/C.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-30-2026, 12:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,272
Posted By Masospaghetti
Ok, did a bit of work today on this. I dusted off...

Ok, did a bit of work today on this. I dusted off the old manifold set I haven't used in years and had to fix a leaky coupler and unearth the charge adapter, but after all that I got to working...
I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-28-2026, 01:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,272
Posted By Masospaghetti
ok that makes sense then. I'll command the heater...

ok that makes sense then. I'll command the heater to open and check the temps. if that looks good I'll check the refrigerant (I have a manifold set I can use).
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-28-2026, 12:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,272
Posted By Masospaghetti
Low refrigerant would not cause the air to be...

Low refrigerant would not cause the air to be warmer on the passenger side only, correct?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-27-2026, 10:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,272
Posted By Masospaghetti
Checked today after a long drive and the three...

Checked today after a long drive and the three hoses going into the valve were all the same temperature (150 F, as measured with an infrared thermometer), despite the interior temp being set for 65...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-27-2026, 11:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,272
Posted By Masospaghetti
Thanks, i'll check that out. Assuming that is...

Thanks, i'll check that out.
Assuming that is the issue it looks like the valves are rebuildable with kits:...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-25-2026, 10:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,272
Posted By Masospaghetti
Air conditioning air warmer on passenger side

Noticed it today on the drive home. I'm guessing the blend door isn't closing all of the way? Is this is a common problem?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-20-2026, 02:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 784
Posted By Masospaghetti
Not around the door opening (I did that already),...

Not around the door opening (I did that already), it's behind the a-pillar trim and the rear quarter windows.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-20-2026, 12:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 784
Posted By Masospaghetti
I found a significant source of wind noise at the...

I found a significant source of wind noise at the top of the door pillar trim on the exterior. There's a gap there where the seal had deteriorated. I couldn't figure out how to properly take it apart...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2026, 10:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,465
Posted By Masospaghetti
What do you mean "can be front prop...

What do you mean "can be front prop related"?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2026, 12:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,465
Posted By Masospaghetti
Unfortunately, the noise is still there - so the...

Unfortunately, the noise is still there - so the bearing probably wasn't bad after all! It's a squeal/squeak sound that varies with road speed and only when turning left, and intermittent. Maybe...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-14-2026, 12:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,465
Posted By Masospaghetti
I tried the 3/4" fine pitch threaded rod and the...

I tried the 3/4" fine pitch threaded rod and the difference is massive. It was not "easy" but it was very doable with a large ratchet and a crescent wrench, even without heat/cold. No visible damage...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-10-2026, 09:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,465
Posted By Masospaghetti
I went to a regular shop and they referred me to...

I went to a regular shop and they referred me to the machine shop. :dunno:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-10-2026, 12:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,465
Posted By Masospaghetti
Thanks Andrew, I missed that part. I...

Thanks Andrew, I missed that part.


I checked a local machine shop that was recommended - $85 to press out one bearing! They couldn't do it right then because I had the control arms still...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-06-2026, 03:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,465
Posted By Masospaghetti
I just tried again with a big air compressor and...

I just tried again with a big air compressor and a Nitrocat 1200 impact wrench. I could not get the bearing to move at all even with heat and full torque. I was bending my breaker bar by the end and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-03-2026, 12:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,465
Posted By Masospaghetti
Do you use an auto shop, or like a machine shop? ...

Do you use an auto shop, or like a machine shop?


Around here I would be shocked if anything was $20!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-01-2026, 11:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,465
Posted By Masospaghetti
A bigger bolt would obviously be stronger but...

A bigger bolt would obviously be stronger but wouldn't it be just as hard to get it moving, unless the thread pitch was finer? Maybe a 3/4" bolt with fine thread would do it?


Maybe this is an...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-01-2026, 12:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,465
Posted By Masospaghetti
I used the bearing press tool, but IMO it seemed...

I used the bearing press tool, but IMO it seemed to take a very high amount of force to get it in. It didn't break the tool but it ruined the forcing screw. Sounds like using a real press is the way...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-31-2026, 06:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 915
Posted By Masospaghetti
Would you trust this spring compressor for changing an X5 strut?

I bought this tool awhile ago in 2017 and it's worked great for a variety of other vehicles, but I'm guessing the X5 spring force is higher than anything I've changed previously. Would you trust it?...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-31-2026, 06:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,465
Posted By Masospaghetti
Replacing front wheel bearings

I already replaced these once about 4,000 miles ago preventatively and unfortunately the RF bearing is making noise. I got the front end apart yesterday and can feel play in the RF bearing so it is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-29-2026, 05:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 639
Posted By Masospaghetti
Is this a common problem (rear subframe cracking)?

Is this a common problem (rear subframe cracking)?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-20-2026, 12:24 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,562
Posted By Masospaghetti
I suppose if its working "good enough" that's...

I suppose if its working "good enough" that's okay with me. Got Test 6 working! Car is back on the ground and driveable again. thanks all.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-18-2026, 12:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,562
Posted By Masospaghetti
Where is Test #6? INPA?

Where is Test #6? INPA?
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