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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-20-2013, 10:33 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,824
Posted By withidl
Yes its been awhile. Anymore I only use the X5...

Yes its been awhile. Anymore I only use the X5 to tow the Airstream. Since my other vehicles are not capable of towing I see no reason for putting miles on the X5 just to wear it out; and because I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-20-2013, 10:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,824
Posted By withidl
The mirrors are made by "McKesh". They are...

The mirrors are made by "McKesh". They are necessary as the Airstream is 8.5' wide. Once adjusted they can be mounted/dismounted to the doors in less than 5 minutes.

While enroute I use the X5...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-20-2013, 05:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,824
Posted By withidl
Yes, it's called "weight distribution". My hitch...

Yes, it's called "weight distribution". My hitch interface is a "Hensley Arrow" which incorporates mechanical (non friction) anti-sway with "weight distribution" spring bars that are adjusted by...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-20-2013, 01:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,824
Posted By withidl
How About This

Currently 109,000+ miles on my 2001 X5 4.4i with Dinan of which 35,000+ miles have been towing my 31' 8,300# GVWR Airstream.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-08-2007, 10:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,551
Posted By withidl
I live in Houston, Texas, and use Mobil 1 15W-50...

I live in Houston, Texas, and use Mobil 1 15W-50 the year around (very rarely see 32 degrees F). You only need the low viscosity for start-up in cold weather, otherwise the higher the viscosity the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-18-2007, 06:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 709
Posted By withidl
The install of the "Trailer Module" on my 2001...

The install of the "Trailer Module" on my 2001 4.4i was plug-n-play, i.e. no programming by dealer.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-02-2007, 01:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,408
Posted By withidl
I just replaced my failed OEM (X5 4.4I built...

I just replaced my failed OEM (X5 4.4I built April 2001) battery on 06/09/07 with an NTB (National Tire & Battery) Exide battery. Cost was $130.99 but because they had just "dinged" one of my rear...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-12-2007, 01:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,677
Posted By withidl
Oxygen sensor failure is cumulative mile related,...

Oxygen sensor failure is cumulative mile related, usually at least 80,000 before replacement is required, therefore it would seem the dealer did work that was not necessary.

Also, an oil pan can...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 05-25-2007, 06:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,989
Posted By withidl
You must not have read my post above, I've got...

You must not have read my post above, I've got over 90,000 on my OEM pads/rotors.
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 05-25-2007, 09:41 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,989
Posted By withidl
I drive very efficiently with my 2001 4.4i, have...

I drive very efficiently with my 2001 4.4i, have pulled an 8,300 pound GVWR travel trailer for over 30,000 miles, have over 90,000 miles on the vehicle AND I still am on the ORIGINAL BRAKES which...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-23-2007, 10:26 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 36,919
Posted By withidl
I'm the guy with the 31 foot 8,300 pound GVWR...

I'm the guy with the 31 foot 8,300 pound GVWR Airstream which I've towed over 30,000 miles and my 2001 X5 4.4i just turned 90,000 miles.

Your don't have transmission problems, you should just be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2007, 12:08 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,572
Posted By withidl
Ah.......patience and persistence.........that's...

Ah.......patience and persistence.........that's how I got through college! Ya did good even though BMWNA should have done ya better.

Problems like the premature failure of a torque converter...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-11-2007, 05:53 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,572
Posted By withidl
I agree with you totally. SHAME ON BMWNA. Our...

I agree with you totally. SHAME ON BMWNA. Our vehicles are virtually identical. Additionally, my X5 is the FIRST BMW I have ever owned, so if previous ownership has anything to do with it I didn't...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-04-2007, 11:52 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,572
Posted By withidl
I answered your PM, please confirm your reciept...

I answered your PM, please confirm your reciept of it.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-04-2007, 02:04 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,572
Posted By withidl
Yes, BMWNA absorbed the bill. You might want to...

Yes, BMWNA absorbed the bill. You might want to re-read my post which details my dealings with the dealer and BMW Rep....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-23-2007, 04:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,947
Posted By withidl
Just flip the tires on the wheels to put them...

Just flip the tires on the wheels to put them inside out. I've done it twice and got 50K miles out of the first set and will get the same from my second set which currently hves 39,500 miles on them...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2007, 02:27 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,572
Posted By withidl
I can't really speak to the transmission of the...

I can't really speak to the transmission of the X5 3.0. I believe that BMW sourced it from General Motors and if that is so GM uses the red dyed Dexron fluid. My 2001 X5 4.4i has a German ZF...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-21-2007, 09:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 993
Posted By withidl
Read this string and I believe you'll have your...

Read this string and I believe you'll have your answer: http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e53-forum/30659-trans-leak.html
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-21-2007, 09:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 849
Posted By withidl
If you locked your vehicle when you exited it at...

If you locked your vehicle when you exited it at the gas station that locks the fuel fill door. Make sure the drivers door is unlocked and the fuel fill door should also be unlocked; if not then...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-21-2007, 09:42 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,572
Posted By withidl
Definitive answer: It's the torque converter...

Definitive answer: It's the torque converter radial seal. As I said before, I witnessed my removed transmission and discussed the matter with the mechanic and BMW USA/NA tech rep. In my previous...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-21-2007, 01:04 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,572
Posted By withidl
I've had no issues since the repair was done...

I've had no issues since the repair was done April of 2005 at 64,000 miles (I currently have 89,500 miles on the vehicle).

From your photos and now your statement that the fluid is NOT red I'm...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-21-2007, 12:44 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,572
Posted By withidl
Regarding R&R, yes this is to drop the...

Regarding R&R, yes this is to drop the transmission so that the torque converter can be accessed/removed to expose the seal on the transmission's input shaft that the torque converter drives.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-20-2007, 02:33 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,572
Posted By withidl
I had a small leak on my 2001 4.4i at about...

I had a small leak on my 2001 4.4i at about 64,000 miles which BMW fixed under warranty (even though the vehicle was out of warranty). The leak was from the "torque converter radial seal" and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-29-2007, 02:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,961
Posted By withidl
I have 88,000+ miles on my 2001 4.4i. While...

I have 88,000+ miles on my 2001 4.4i. While under warrenty I used Gastrol Synthetic 5W-50. Since warranty expired I have used Mobil 1 15W-50 (I live in Houston; would be too viscous/thick for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-11-2006, 01:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,557
Posted By withidl
Well everybody, if your interested go to the...

Well everybody, if your interested go to the following two web addresses and decide for yourselves whether I or "Supersteve" are giving you the correct information:
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