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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-12-2011, 03:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,419
Posted By meltdown325
I tried that method, since I had done a similar...

I tried that method, since I had done a similar thing with my old E30. Just a word of caution, the X5 thrust arm bushings are stout. Some people may be successful, but I don't see how they...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-23-2011, 12:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,508
Posted By meltdown325
I have to respectfully disagree with Naz...

I have to respectfully disagree with Naz regarding the gear indicator light. Mine has been on 24/7 since I bought the X5. On some vehicles the light stays lit all of the time, and on some vehicles...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-09-2011, 12:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 12,505
Posted By meltdown325
I've been running the General Grabber UHP on the...

I've been running the General Grabber UHP on the same staggered 19" setup as OP for about 20,000 miles. No problems or complaints, and treadwear seems decent. I also live a warm climate so I run...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-02-2011, 03:52 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 61,831
Posted By meltdown325
You won't need a rivet gun. The rivets...

You won't need a rivet gun.

The rivets referred to in the DIY are those black plastic rivets used throughout the vehicle. The rivets are reuseable, and the only tool needed to remove/replace...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-18-2011, 03:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,655
Posted By meltdown325
Sounds decent, especially if you DIY...

Sounds decent, especially if you DIY maint/repairs. In my experience, the X5 is on par with all other BMWs I've had concerning reliablity. Most of the common X5 problems are common BMW problems...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-18-2011, 01:14 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 21,724
Posted By meltdown325
I'm running the stock 4.4 sport package 19"...

I'm running the stock 4.4 sport package 19" staggered set-up.

I've changed the fronts tires only and the rear tires only, at different times, due to differences in treadwear b/t the front and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-18-2011, 11:58 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 21,724
Posted By meltdown325
Due to my staggered set-up, I've done this twice...

Due to my staggered set-up, I've done this twice (most recently about 15,000 miles ago) and have had no problems. I wouldn't waste time worrying about it.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-18-2011, 11:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,655
Posted By meltdown325
Is it a 3.0 or 4.4?

Is it a 3.0 or 4.4?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-27-2011, 01:03 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,786
Posted By meltdown325
My X5 (2001 4.4) now has about 104k miles, and is...

My X5 (2001 4.4) now has about 104k miles, and is still going strong as an ox. As I stated in April, my X has been doing the weird RPM drop occasionally since I bought the X with 85K miles.

I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-08-2010, 06:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,941
Posted By meltdown325
I wouldn't worry about it too much. Reading this...

I wouldn't worry about it too much. Reading this forum will make you paranoid about your X5.

I've owned several older 100k+ mileage BMW's, and while they did have their quirks, they all ran hard...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-10-2010, 06:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,232
Posted By meltdown325
I changed my 01 4.4 waterpump (and rest of...

I changed my 01 4.4 waterpump (and rest of cooling sys) at about 86,000 miles.

My alternator seized up a few months later, probably around 90k miles. Left me stranded. I rode home that day in...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-14-2010, 10:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,907
Posted By meltdown325
:iagree: I have one from Harbor Freight...

:iagree:

I have one from Harbor Freight that I picked up about 6 yrs ago, and I've used it multiple times. It's on sale right now for under $10, and it gets the job done. Just buy the compressor...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-12-2010, 12:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,123
Posted By meltdown325
Mine is also tight as hell. The first time I...

Mine is also tight as hell. The first time I tried installing a new belt I thought I had the wrong size. There just doesn't seem to be any extra slack engineered into the main belt routing on the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-30-2010, 11:14 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,143
Posted By meltdown325
:iagree: I replaced part of my cooling sys...

:iagree:

I replaced part of my cooling sys (radiator and water pump) and blew a hose a few days later sitting at a stoplight. After that I just replaced everything, including all hoses (approx...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-15-2010, 10:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,295
Posted By meltdown325
I have an 01 4.4 Sport, sitting right at 100,000...

I have an 01 4.4 Sport, sitting right at 100,000 miles. I do ALL of my own work, so the amounts listed below are only the parts costs. I drove 15,000 mi over the last 12 months, with the following...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2010, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,753
Posted By meltdown325
I left the thrust arm connected to the ball...

I left the thrust arm connected to the ball joint. After removing the two torx bolts, I smacked the top of the thrust arm (downwards) with a hammer, and they both popped out after one hit.

I've...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2010, 10:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,345
Posted By meltdown325
With a max height of only 15-1/8", I don't think...

With a max height of only 15-1/8", I don't think you'll get the wheels off the ground if your using it at the jack pads. I know this first hand, and I now have a bottle jack sitting on my garage...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-03-2010, 10:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,293
Posted By meltdown325
recently discussed in another thread here...

recently discussed in another thread here (http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/71947-front-end-suspension-clanks-ebay-solution.html)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-03-2010, 10:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,369
Posted By meltdown325
Can't see the pic you posted, but there are two...

Can't see the pic you posted, but there are two black caps (one for high pressure and one for low). At least on my X5, the black cap right next to the radiator is the high pressure valve (avoid). ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-20-2010, 10:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,894
Posted By meltdown325
We really need to know how many miles are on the...

We really need to know how many miles are on the X5 to give a more specific answer.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-12-2010, 05:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,455
Posted By meltdown325
No problem. Below is a quote I found on another...

No problem. Below is a quote I found on another site with a little more explanation about the issue.

"...There is a software error in the DME control module where an incorrectly processed speed...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-12-2010, 12:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,455
Posted By meltdown325
I've had the same problem since I got my X, with...

I've had the same problem since I got my X, with exact same symptoms. I have a recently replaced battery and alternator, and was showing no other electrical related problems. I never found any...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-12-2010, 12:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,255
Posted By meltdown325
Amazon has the Bentley manual at a good price...

Amazon has the Bentley manual at a good price here (http://www.amazon.com/BMW-X5-Service-Manual-2000-2006/dp/0837615348) with free shipping.

It is a bargain considering how thick it is (~ 1200...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-12-2010, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,388
Posted By meltdown325
At around 87k miles, I had one of the heater...

At around 87k miles, I had one of the heater hoses that runs around to the back side of the motor burst. The hose split right where it connects to the back of the engine. When it happened, I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-02-2010, 02:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,472
Posted By meltdown325
AutohausAZ (http://www.autohausaz.com) is the...

AutohausAZ (http://www.autohausaz.com) is the shiznit. They're usually fast at getting the parts out, and I've never had problems with delivery of wrong parts or returns&refunds (including my $$$$$...
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