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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2012, 12:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,121
Posted By Icer006
Just some threads to read... ...

Just some threads to read...


http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/87833-about-use-my-x-target-practice.html
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-14-2012, 08:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,201
Posted By Icer006
The new ones are quite ugly from the rear. 2nd...

The new ones are quite ugly from the rear. 2nd gen, to me, is the best looking.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-13-2012, 11:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,201
Posted By Icer006
You will NOT regret it with the GTS! Our CTT has...

You will NOT regret it with the GTS! Our CTT has been very reliable so far without all the nuisances like the 4.8is had. Good luck.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-04-2012, 07:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,943
Posted By Icer006
Just sold my 05 4.8is, LeMans Blue, with 86k for...

Just sold my 05 4.8is, LeMans Blue, with 86k for $20k. I listed it for $21k. Kept getting low balling idiots offering me $18k.

I had warranty left, full records, and BMW-dealership repairs done...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-04-2012, 12:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,288
Posted By Icer006
slick, good stuff. Does the pulley for the...

slick, good stuff.

Does the pulley for the N62 have a woodruff key? be sure to insert it properly.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-24-2012, 01:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,126
Posted By Icer006
good stuff :thumbup:

good stuff :thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-23-2012, 09:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,899
Posted By Icer006
It happens to the best of us

It happens to the best of us
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-22-2012, 10:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,126
Posted By Icer006
Here we go again. Change or no change. I had...

Here we go again. Change or no change.
I had my driveline fluids changed at 50k. Car now has 86k and no gear problems. I had a mechatronic problem around 80k but not tranny or diff.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-15-2012, 01:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,639
Posted By Icer006
It was a new one; warranty paid for it. The link...

It was a new one; warranty paid for it. The link shows rebuilt ones. Maybe half the cost? I don't know.

Labor not included in those prices. It was under $437.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-15-2012, 12:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,639
Posted By Icer006
Guys, I found it... Transmission...

Guys, I found it...

Transmission Mechatronic unit: $3,075.21
Transmission pan gasket: $32.33
BMW ATF: $317.60

Mine was replaced at 71k miles.

edit: here is a website for parts:...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-15-2012, 12:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,639
Posted By Icer006
I'll look through my records from EMW. I'll send...

I'll look through my records from EMW. I'll send you a PM if I find it. I have lots of paperwork to sort through as my truck's buyer is picking it up this Friday. :trustme:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-14-2012, 08:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,694
Posted By Icer006
My truck's sale is pending. Nevertheless, I...

My truck's sale is pending. Nevertheless, I PM'ed you some info:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-11-2012, 08:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,902
Posted By Icer006
nice... EU clear corners. :)

nice...
EU clear corners. :)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-10-2012, 10:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,694
Posted By Icer006
RUN! My Lemans Blue 4.8is is for sale... I...

RUN!

My Lemans Blue 4.8is is for sale... I have full history, no accidents. :)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-10-2012, 10:00 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,639
Posted By Icer006
My dealer told me the air suspension pump on the...

My dealer told me the air suspension pump on the 4.8is NEVER breaks.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-10-2012, 09:28 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,639
Posted By Icer006
Sell it. That's how you keep it from not...

Sell it. That's how you keep it from not happening to YOU. :)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-10-2012, 09:28 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,639
Posted By Icer006
You went through with it huh? It wasn't just the...

You went through with it huh? It wasn't just the valve body?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-09-2012, 10:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,639
Posted By Icer006
mechatronic=valve body

mechatronic=valve body
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-08-2012, 06:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,639
Posted By Icer006
Since you're in LA, go to European Motor Works,...

Since you're in LA, go to European Motor Works, Home (http://www.emw1.com)
John (the owner) knows his stuff. Fault valve body will now throw codes, only symptoms. John knows the symptoms.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-08-2012, 11:29 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,639
Posted By Icer006
Are you sure it's the transmission and not the...

Are you sure it's the transmission and not the valve body? I had the valve body replaced for the same symptoms. Fixed 100%.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-04-2012, 10:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,365
Posted By Icer006
LeMans Blue 4.8is with Aero... nice

LeMans Blue 4.8is with Aero... nice
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-26-2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,964
Posted By Icer006
That's hot. I like those Style 177's. Looks...

That's hot. I like those Style 177's.
Looks like stock ride height for a 4.8is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2012, 05:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,706
Posted By Icer006
Yeah, I wasn't going to say anything but I used...

Yeah, I wasn't going to say anything but I used Bilstein HD's on my old W163 ML430 and they were VERY harsh.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2012, 02:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,706
Posted By Icer006
Self leveling is done through airbags, which...

Self leveling is done through airbags, which replace steel springs. Shocks don't extend for self leveling.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2012, 01:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,235
Posted By Icer006
I like the E65/E66. I liked our 750i. ...

I like the E65/E66. I liked our 750i. Considering replacing the E53 with another E65/66. It was relatively problem-free after 3 years for us.

Enjoy in good health.
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