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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-01-2018, 08:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,650
Posted By racemalibu572
Yes, it seems pretty specific on the trans...

Yes, it seems pretty specific on the trans temperature when you check it and it was pretty hot at the time. Now the holidays are over I’ll get it back in and check it out more.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-30-2017, 04:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,650
Posted By racemalibu572
Transmission/converter whine

I have an 09 4.8 sport with about 76,000 Miles. Recently at idle after it’s warmed up, I’m getting a squeal/whine noise coming from the bellhousing. Happens in gear, neutral and park. If I rev it up...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-05-2011, 10:09 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 34,355
Posted By racemalibu572
Nikpottala, I'm sorry for any inconvenience this...

Nikpottala, I'm sorry for any inconvenience this cost you. I had another one notify me a couple months ago about his doing the same thing at 9,000 miles and just thought it was an isolated issue. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2011, 10:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,506
Posted By racemalibu572
Only 3/16" shorter because the newer cases are...

Only 3/16" shorter because the newer cases are not as deep as the older ones. You will still have to move the case to install. The shafts from the factory are not balanced. I just make sure...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-04-2011, 06:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,506
Posted By racemalibu572
In theory, by the time it chews the rest of the...

In theory, by the time it chews the rest of the spline, you'll have sold it by then because your sick of fixing everything else that breaks on them;). I also recommend that the splines are greased...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-04-2011, 05:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,506
Posted By racemalibu572
The splines in the case fail similar to the...

The splines in the case fail similar to the shaft, that is why I make the longer repair ends. Depending on the year of the case there is between 1 1/2"-2 3/4" of good spline in the output coupler.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-04-2011, 05:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,506
Posted By racemalibu572
http://i341.photobucket.com/albums/o383/racemalibu...

http://i341.photobucket.com/albums/o383/racemalibu572/276d0cb1.jpg
http://i341.photobucket.com/albums/o383/racemalibu572/e9925ba6.jpg...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-20-2010, 01:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,506
Posted By racemalibu572
I got tied up the other day and didn't get a...

I got tied up the other day and didn't get a chance to post the pictures. I'll try again when I get back to the shop. I wouldnt use spacers unless it was just to move it a short distance. An equal...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-16-2010, 02:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,506
Posted By racemalibu572
The splines from the factory are done by a...

The splines from the factory are done by a rolling process not a machining or cutting process. They should be straight from front to back. What you see is the contact pattern of the coupler wearing...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-14-2010, 02:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,506
Posted By racemalibu572
Chas3, the depth of the front output coupler...

Chas3, the depth of the front output coupler splines depends on the year of your x. I found out through making these repairs that somewhere around mid 03 they switched to a shallower coupler. There...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-14-2010, 02:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,506
Posted By racemalibu572
You are on borrowed time with that shaft. All...

You are on borrowed time with that shaft. All that orange dust is your spline teeth ground up and rusting. Look close in your first picture, 1/2 of the tooth is already ground away on the drive side....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-09-2010, 11:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,711
Posted By racemalibu572
You have a streched chain in your case. When the...

You have a streched chain in your case. When the shaft splines fail it is instant with no warning, usually when taking off from a stop. You will know when it happens, you are not going anywhere. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-25-2010, 03:00 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 34,355
Posted By racemalibu572
That is one of the reasons I have been doing the...

That is one of the reasons I have been doing the shafts as repairs, I can verify that you get your original shaft back. So far all of the shafts have been the same. I believe it is internal parts...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-25-2010, 04:34 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 34,355
Posted By racemalibu572
fmugur, the second process is to inspect the...

fmugur, the second process is to inspect the shaft. It can be done with basic sockets and wrenches. A novice, diy'er should be able to get it out in an hour. You would not have to remove the case to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-24-2010, 03:56 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 34,355
Posted By racemalibu572
It takes about 20 minutes to pull the front shaft...

It takes about 20 minutes to pull the front shaft and inspect it. If you see any wear on the splines, time to upgrade before your stranded. You should be able to see where the splines make contact...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-12-2010, 11:12 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,147
Posted By racemalibu572
Used transfercase part wanted

Anyone with a used X5 transfercase, I am looking for a damaged output coupler for the front drive shaft. I only need it to test fit my extended spline repairs before I send them out. I hoping someone...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-12-2010, 10:29 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 34,355
Posted By racemalibu572
Hey Kev, thanks for the props.

Hey Kev, thanks for the props.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-27-2010, 07:41 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 34,355
Posted By racemalibu572
Triple x5, did you already have the output...

Triple x5, did you already have the output coupler replaced on your case and did you already call me today about a repair? If you have the old, damaged coupler from the case, I would repair your...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-11-2009, 12:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 864
Posted By racemalibu572
WANTED: Damaged front drive shaft

I an looking for some front shafts with the stripped splines so I can build 1 or 2 shafts to keep in stock and serve you guys better. It will still be an exchange basis with a refundable deposit...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-04-2009, 10:50 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 69,150
Posted By racemalibu572
Without actually driving the vehicle its hard to...

Without actually driving the vehicle its hard to say, but everyone I've dealt with so far has been suddenly stranded with no warning when the splines let go. If the noise your asking about is a sharp...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-20-2009, 11:11 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 69,150
Posted By racemalibu572
rdonald, here is the other thread I was talking...

rdonald, here is the other thread I was talking about. Also check out dvilles thread on changing the chain. The pictures will give you a good idea of whats going on inside there.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-20-2009, 10:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,141
Posted By racemalibu572
Without actually hearing it, I'd lean more...

Without actually hearing it, I'd lean more towards the chain being stretched out in the transfer case. Usually when the shaft lets go there is no warning and you are stranded where it breaks. Your...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-07-2009, 07:28 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 69,150
Posted By racemalibu572
Btw, the case is a New Process case made in good...

Btw, the case is a New Process case made in good ol u.s.a.. Not much in there but a chain and gears.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-07-2009, 07:25 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 69,150
Posted By racemalibu572
If your shaft looks like the one in the first...

If your shaft looks like the one in the first picture my repair will work with out buying a new case. If the chain is worn or broken(i cant see one actually breaking suddenly), it wont help, but...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-05-2009, 07:44 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 69,150
Posted By racemalibu572
Here are some pictures of the new shaft repair...

Here are some pictures of the new shaft repair components.
These are the new one piece blanks I had made.
http://i341.photobucket.com/albums/o383/racemalibu572/BMW%20X5%20shafts/100_3390.jpg
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