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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-26-2011, 10:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,402
Posted By vsx05
Gave up on insurance..... Paid for a new...

Gave up on insurance.....

Paid for a new diff which i imported from state to Aus. Car is now back on road.

Cost me around AUD$3000 to fix which is roughly the same as USD$3000 with today...
Forum: Navigation System 01-23-2011, 10:25 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,105
Posted By vsx05
Thx guys for the feedback.:thumbup: Im now...

Thx guys for the feedback.:thumbup:

Im now looking at 2 option to fix the sun glare problem.
1. Getting a tempory cover above the screen that clips in/out when required to provide shade for the...
Forum: X7 Forum 11-14-2010, 09:37 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 35,807
Posted By vsx05
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!...

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Forum: X7 Forum 11-12-2010, 01:05 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 35,807
Posted By vsx05
Guess what guys......Looks like X7 IS FINALLY...

Guess what guys......Looks like X7 IS FINALLY COMING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:dancing::dancing:

BMW X7 back on? | Cars UK | UK Car News (http://www.carsuk.net/bmw-x7-back-on/)

BMW X7 back on the...
Forum: X7 Forum 11-11-2010, 10:16 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 35,807
Posted By vsx05
+1 for X7 I too am struggle with X5 coz it...

+1 for X7

I too am struggle with X5 coz it is simply not really big enough. If the new X5 in 2014 is not any larger than the E70, I think I will jump ship to the dark side AUDI an MB.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-04-2010, 06:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,402
Posted By vsx05
No worries. Thx for feedback I actually...

No worries. Thx for feedback

I actually went back last nite to have another look at the pot hole. It was MASSIVE:wow:. I think what must have happen is that the whole area near the drain must...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2010, 10:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,402
Posted By vsx05
Your r right there. It is the axle shaft. I'm...

Your r right there. It is the axle shaft. I'm no mechanic so I thought they are all called the same thing. So if it is just the locking ring, is there a chance to get a new lock ring and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2010, 12:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,402
Posted By vsx05
Got some photo of the damage. The drive...

Got some photo of the damage.

The drive shaft has actually come off the differential. It is actually sitting on an angle to the differential.:wow:

Judging by the limited response in this...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-01-2010, 04:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,402
Posted By vsx05
Apparently the whole new housing. The angle of...

Apparently the whole new housing. The angle of the shaft on them are off and do not align straight or something. Im not expert in cars so cant really tell much regarding extent of damage.

Dame!...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-31-2010, 09:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,402
Posted By vsx05
rear diff replacement

I had a strange vibrating in the car after hitting a pot hole 2 weeks ago. Thought it was a balance alignment problem and also change new tires. Vibration didn't go away till 3 days ago on Friday,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-31-2010, 07:53 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 32,849
Posted By vsx05
Cheers JCL Too bad the mechanic recommanded...

Cheers JCL

Too bad the mechanic recommanded is not in Australia. Towed the car to stealership and I will try to remember to seat myself down when they tell me how much it will cost.:rolleyes:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2010, 12:14 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 32,849
Posted By vsx05
My X5 started vibrating badly since I hit large...

My X5 started vibrating badly since I hit large pot hole last week. I since replace the front wheel and balance align fronts wheels. Mechanic also notice worn CV boot therefore also change together...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-28-2010, 09:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,299
Posted By vsx05
What are your opinion regarding ceramic pads in...

What are your opinion regarding ceramic pads in general then?

Some ppl said overall does not break as well but very little dust is the big plus.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2010, 10:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,299
Posted By vsx05
I'm also looking at a new set of rotor and pads. ...

I'm also looking at a new set of rotor and pads. Steering wheel on X5 is vibrating a bit under hard braking so it is a sign to get new ones.

Im looking at the brembo sports drilled rotors on...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-09-2010, 11:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 26,919
Posted By vsx05
Thx guys for sharing info I have just...

Thx guys for sharing info

I have just changed my exterior wing mirrors following the instructions. I manage to crack one of the mirror coz i had the mirror setup the wrong way. I mis-read info...
Forum: Navigation System 04-28-2010, 09:51 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,105
Posted By vsx05
Hey Ldiggs910 I too have the same design bezel...

Hey Ldiggs910
I too have the same design bezel as u with leather finish. I went with the Alpine IWA-502EV instead.

I have a few question regarding the SWI-PAC steering wheel control. What did...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-12-2010, 09:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,305
Posted By vsx05
Bastards... My X was backed into last year...

Bastards...

My X was backed into last year too. Guy took off. Really pisses ppl off!!!!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-01-2010, 12:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,330
Posted By vsx05
Yea. Got that problem whn i put Alpine W502 in...

Yea. Got that problem whn i put Alpine W502 in last year. The installers had no idea that would happen. Now i have to rely on the small clock on the Alpine screen.You will still have the range,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2010, 10:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 28,757
Posted By vsx05
Still getting white smoke at start up. I think...

Still getting white smoke at start up. I think it is getting worse. Could it be because of the new exhaust system? Will go away after engine worms up but still smoke a bit at idle thou.

Got car...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-21-2010, 09:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,143
Posted By vsx05
Hey guys Got the car back during the weekend...

Hey guys
Got the car back during the weekend after a visit with dealership regardin smoke problem.

They replaced fuel filter, microfilter and a breather. What is a breather anyway?:dunno:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2010, 10:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,143
Posted By vsx05
Really!? DPF in 2004 diesel... Shit, our 530d...

Really!? DPF in 2004 diesel... Shit, our 530d which is 2006 April production doesn't even have them. I was told DPF only started coming in OZ the last 2-3 years. I think it is because the emissions...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2010, 08:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,143
Posted By vsx05
I check the realoem.com website but it only show...

I check the realoem.com website but it only show the europe spec BMWs which shows EGR valve. I will need to get the dealship to double check if ERG is block in my car.

BTW, does any know when...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2010, 07:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,143
Posted By vsx05
Sorry if im going over what some of u might...

Sorry if im going over what some of u might already know but i thought i share some info.

Had a nice chat with SA at Brisbane BMW regarding the serving diesel engine. Diesel engines has no...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2010, 11:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,143
Posted By vsx05
How do i tell if my OEM system has EGR? I...

How do i tell if my OEM system has EGR?

I got a local Diesel Injection Specialist to look at my smoke problem and they mention that there is no EGR system on my X5.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-14-2010, 08:16 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,143
Posted By vsx05
Thx Supernatural I dont think I can get...

Thx Supernatural

I dont think I can get those items in OZ but should be similar stuff around. Thx for advise. BTW, how often do u treat ur diesel?
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