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Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale 06-03-2014, 04:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,652
Posted By tecnica
Thanks Ricky Bobby for the bump! This set...

Thanks Ricky Bobby for the bump!

This set went fast - its sold!
Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale 06-03-2014, 09:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,652
Posted By tecnica
FS: e53 Silver Interior Dash Trim Set Complete <sold>

I have a set of silver trim that I bought back in the day for my e53 X5. I ended up abruptly trading in the vehicle, and sadly, this nice set as sat on the shelf since. I remember paying some...
Forum: BMW SAV Items Wanted to Buy 05-02-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,188
Posted By tecnica
still need a manual? I've got one!

still need a manual? I've got one!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-05-2010, 09:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,406
Posted By tecnica
Wow bimmerdude - great call. Thanks for your...

Wow bimmerdude - great call. Thanks for your post.

After a good scrubin' down and cleaning everything, I started to dig into my rotational squeaks.

I switched from my winter rims (17" with...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2010, 12:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 39,265
Posted By tecnica
The tears are normally in the smaller tube that...

The tears are normally in the smaller tube that makes a 90' bend. The accordion style adds flexibility however can crack in the folds in cold weather. This happened to me last year AND this year. ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-22-2010, 08:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,406
Posted By tecnica
I'll look into all of this - thanks guys. ...

I'll look into all of this - thanks guys.

I'll report back my findings
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-19-2010, 12:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,406
Posted By tecnica
marco...

marco...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-16-2010, 10:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,406
Posted By tecnica
wheel bearing fun

I've been reading alot on wheel bearing issues trying to localize and solve my own

At first I thought I had a warning pin. Eager to get new pads, I ordered up ceramics and thought all is well....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-16-2010, 11:28 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 12,340
Posted By tecnica
"Hey Prince, you got a towel? It's kinda hot in...

"Hey Prince, you got a towel? It's kinda hot in here."
"Why don't you purify yourself in the waters of Lake Minnetonka?"

Nice pics. You got a fan from the cities. I'm over on the other side -...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-14-2010, 09:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,870
Posted By tecnica
I contacted them a while back. He needed at...

I contacted them a while back. He needed at least 10 people to match a batch of the old Evo2 model that was once for the X5. A few people (including me) have tried to get a solid 10 to no avail. ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-10-2010, 11:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 14,146
Posted By tecnica
or you just use it more than you think I...

or you just use it more than you think

I thought the same thing myself. Its 7.8L if I recall. I said theres no way to using that in a such a short time. I checked for leaks, nothing. Then I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-16-2010, 01:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,627
Posted By tecnica
well much like reverse threaded sounds. You will...

well much like reverse threaded sounds. You will turn right to loosen it. Opposite of the 'righty tighty' rule.

The nut is attached to the fan itself. The fan will spin when you loosen. Put...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-14-2010, 11:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,627
Posted By tecnica
additionally - the fan is reverse threaded ...

additionally - the fan is reverse threaded

You need something to hold the pulley. You can really use anything, though the tool makes it easy. Basically, on the pulley you press left real hard on...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-13-2009, 10:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,205
Posted By tecnica
oil separator valve . . . . .

oil separator valve . . . . .
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-13-2009, 10:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,205
Posted By tecnica
Milky Oil Fun

Alright. I've been reading a few things and would like to get a last opinion before I start buying parts.

Recently, my thermostat died. It sucked. Would stick either closed, or on a restart...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-13-2009, 03:08 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 14,542
Posted By tecnica
Potiential Revivial of a Short Shifter for the e53

I spoke with Rob from UUC about the X5 manual tranny. At one point in time, they made a product for this vehicle however with lack of sales it has long been a dead end. I asked if the X5 could be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-11-2009, 02:09 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,240
Posted By tecnica
I apologize to be so ignorant on this subject, so...

I apologize to be so ignorant on this subject, so please bear with me.

I have a 2004 3.0 with Nav and I believe to be bluetooth. I have the passkey in the glovebox.

If I turn on the car and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-10-2009, 12:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 781
Posted By tecnica
rotating squeaks

so I've got the rotating squeaks :(

I hear the sound all the time, however its stronger depending on humidity/weather. Its a squeak that sounds very much like a brake pad warning pin on a rotor....
Forum: The Lounge 05-14-2009, 11:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,316
Posted By tecnica
exactly, the XX81 series and the UNXXB series are...

exactly, the XX81 series and the UNXXB series are world's apart. These new edge-led TVs are remarkable. I'm very impressed and I haven't even seen the 9000 series with local dimming yet. It wont...
Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale 05-14-2009, 12:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,382
Posted By tecnica
I'm in the cities with stock boards. Shoot me a...

I'm in the cities with stock boards. Shoot me a call 715-207-9732. I live in New Brighton, work in Woodbury. Name is Morgan.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2009, 09:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,288
Posted By tecnica
Ended up being a tire pressure problem. I...

Ended up being a tire pressure problem.

I picked up a rather large nail in the driver's rear tire. The visual inspection showed average pressure, but after a test it was less than 20. Far away...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2009, 01:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,288
Posted By tecnica
I'm aware that the flashing light means loss of...

I'm aware that the flashing light means loss of traction. My question is why now, what could be causing this?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2009, 09:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,288
Posted By tecnica
the light isn't actually on all the time, it just...

the light isn't actually on all the time, it just turns on flashing during the turns. I'll check the pressure, and actually that does make sense. My next guess was a faulty wheel speed sensor. ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2009, 01:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,288
Posted By tecnica
2004 3.0. Tires are all the same to my knowledge....

2004 3.0. Tires are all the same to my knowledge. Stock 17" size (unsure at the moment) 65k miles
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2009, 01:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,288
Posted By tecnica
Question on DSC

Alright, my first bug.

I drive the same path at the same speeds everyday. I've been doing this in the X5 since November on clear roads, wet roads, snowy roads and icy roads.

This past week,...
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