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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2014, 08:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,533
Posted By jEster
I'm with Ricky Bobby, got tired of doing all the...

I'm with Ricky Bobby, got tired of doing all the other "fixes". The only true fix is replacement with LEDS. Look better, last longer, ZERO maintenance!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-28-2012, 01:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,949
Posted By jEster
Ordering parts from ECS as we speak, and thanks...

Ordering parts from ECS as we speak, and thanks for the fan nut info! Probably would have totally forgotten about the reverse thread thing until it was too late, and my knuckles were bleeding...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-27-2012, 04:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,949
Posted By jEster
Excellent advice, thank you! In regards to the...

Excellent advice, thank you! In regards to the "special tool", is this specifically to remove the fan, or some other related component? And what is it, where do I get one, how much, and finally can I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-14-2012, 05:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,949
Posted By jEster
Thanks for the advice! Gonna clean the engine...

Thanks for the advice! Gonna clean the engine tomorrow, as well add check the parts links you were kind enough to share. I was a bit uneasy about using AutoZone for the X, and your message clinched...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-14-2012, 05:01 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,767
Posted By jEster
Put Icons on my F-150 and love them, got them at...

Put Icons on my F-150 and love them, got them at my local SoCal AutoZone on sale for almost the same price as the Micro Edge. Would put'em on the X5, but the dealership just put new OEM's at the last...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-14-2012, 04:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 24,809
Posted By jEster
I agree with you Slick, I did the solder method...

I agree with you Slick, I did the solder method too. It worked, for a while but had to re-solder about a year later. Then I found a good deal on LED tails, no worries now and they look and work...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-08-2012, 01:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,949
Posted By jEster
I totally agree with both of you, I haven't had a...

I totally agree with both of you, I haven't had a chance to confirm the"leak" yet but figured I would start getting my ducks in a row in case it does exist. I did a brief inspection the other night...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-07-2012, 05:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,949
Posted By jEster
Valve Cover, Serpentine Belt, & High Press Pwr Steering Hose?'s

Looks like our '04 X5 needs some more TLC. After it's last service, the dealership advised us that the valve cover gasket and high pressure steering hose were leaking, and the belt needed replacing....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-20-2010, 01:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 12,866
Posted By jEster
Lightbulb I think this should provide you with what we were...

I think this should provide you with what we were looking for Rockmelon...:thumbup:

http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/74489-led-tail-light-capacitor-local-electronics-shop.html
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-20-2010, 01:03 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 26,146
Posted By jEster
To anyone that was in the same boat as me looking...

To anyone that was in the same boat as me looking to replace the troublesome stock taillights with LED's on their '04-'06 X's you might want to check out this thread. I should also mention that this...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-20-2010, 12:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,400
Posted By jEster
Well I would be enjoying them 'cept Radio Shack...

Well I would be enjoying them 'cept Radio Shack doesn't have the right cap's. So they will have to wait till tomorrow when I can go to a real electronics store...

And to Trademark - "This is a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-19-2010, 11:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,400
Posted By jEster
Thumbs up Bravo Sarb! It is about time someone posted this...

Bravo Sarb! It is about time someone posted this info with some actual details, and photos no less! I have been hunting for this for a while. It is great timing as my new LED tails got here today, so...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-19-2010, 04:30 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 26,146
Posted By jEster
I in no way want to take away business from...

I in no way want to take away business from LightWerksas he is providing a valuable and needed service to many on these boards who lack either the time or skills required to make the modification...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-19-2010, 04:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 12,866
Posted By jEster
I 2nd this request. My new LED tails should be...

I 2nd this request. My new LED tails should be getting here soon. So I would like to get to the electronics store get the right capacitors and get them ready/wired to install when I put in the new...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-15-2010, 12:57 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,105
Posted By jEster
Who did you order your LED Tails from? I am...

Who did you order your LED Tails from? I am probably gonna place an order tonight for my 04 X5. I know there can be an issue where capacitors might need to be installed. But is that with ALL LED...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-18-2009, 11:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,090
Posted By jEster
Thumbs up Just wanted to let ya'll know that I got the...

Just wanted to let ya'll know that I got the grills from Bimmer Ese, and how appreciative I am that there are members like him here. Members that are willing to assist people, unmotivated by profit....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-10-2009, 04:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,090
Posted By jEster
Ain't that the truth! Daniel is checkin his attic...

Ain't that the truth! Daniel is checkin his attic to make sure he has 'em and our "baby" will be good as new! Unbelievable generosity, makes me wish I had some spare parts to spread around... "Pay it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-09-2009, 03:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,090
Posted By jEster
Just let me know how to get you the $, and I'll...

Just let me know how to get you the $, and I'll get you my addy via P.M.:thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-09-2009, 12:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,090
Posted By jEster
Daniel that would be great, much appreciated!...

Daniel that would be great, much appreciated! What is your zip?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-08-2009, 02:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,090
Posted By jEster
So the kidney grills on ebay are legit? The...

So the kidney grills on ebay are legit? The grills I have now are black w/chrome trim. So anybody have a D-side grill OEM to offload? Or I guess I would entertain the Titanium ones too, but I would...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-08-2009, 02:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,090
Posted By jEster
Might Need new Grills for 04' X5

Wife was driving the X5 today and the car in front of her kicked up a hunk of retread, it did some damage to the drivers side grill. I haven't had a chance to pull it apart yet, but I pretty sure...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-18-2008, 04:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,510
Posted By jEster
Looks like the LED replacements will resolve the...

Looks like the LED replacements will resolve the factory BMW tail light shortcomings, and look better as well...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-13-2008, 06:39 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 40,035
Posted By jEster
36, but the primary driver (read wife) is 30....

36, but the primary driver (read wife) is 30. Location = SoCal
Forum: Bluetooth 11-13-2008, 06:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,260
Posted By jEster
I actually wondered about this. Has anyone tried...

I actually wondered about this. Has anyone tried to "push" their dealer into updating your vehicle with functional Bluetooth? I may be a little slow, but the documention that came with my car when...
Forum: Bluetooth 11-10-2008, 10:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,260
Posted By jEster
Angry Well I'm back from the Stealership. Here is the...

Well I'm back from the Stealership. Here is the write-up spelling errors and all.

CONCERN 51 CLIENT STATES BLUETOOTH IS NOT WORKING. PLEASE CHECK AND ADVISE

CAUSE CAR NEVER HAD BLUETOOTH...
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