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Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 02-14-2026, 09:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 360
Posted By rwilson
In the past I've used Discount Tire Direct &...

In the past I've used Discount Tire Direct & DirectPerformance.com to
buy the hub centetric 74.1 - 72.56mm rings. Both shops were $10 to $15
for a set
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-02-2025, 11:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 328
Posted By rwilson
manual thread

I seem to remember someone maintaining a list of manual e53's.

My 2006 is still running strong at 206,000 miles
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-18-2025, 08:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,117
Posted By rwilson
I've used rubberized spray paint on my roof bars...

I've used rubberized spray paint on my roof bars as it seems to be more durable
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-19-2025, 11:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,593
Posted By rwilson
google "repair headliner with heatgun" I've...

google "repair headliner with heatgun"

I've not tried it yet, but it may be worth a review

Rich
Forum: Detailing Forum 07-16-2025, 09:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 14,278
Posted By rwilson
I've been using Leatherique since late 1990's on...

I've been using Leatherique since late 1990's on all of my vehicles

totally satisfied with the results

note: last time I checked they have color matching dye if you send them
a piece from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-05-2025, 02:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 576
Posted By rwilson
I use the following size when my 2006 has style...

I use the following size when my 2006 has style 214 E70 wheels on in the summer

74.1 - 72.56 mm
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-15-2025, 08:31 AM
Replies: 1,128
Views: 246,846
Posted By rwilson
3/14/2025 204,000 miles Build Date 10/12/2005

3/14/2025
204,000 miles
Build Date 10/12/2005
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-29-2024, 02:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 799
Posted By rwilson
you may want to try ...

you may want to try

https://parts.bmwofsouthatlanta.com/oem-parts/bmw-base-support-system-82710404320

the only number I can find on mine is B92512

they may have the part numbers for the end...
Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale 10-11-2024, 04:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 720
Posted By rwilson
I'm in NH, about 3 hrs to Pittsfield, if it is...

I'm in NH, about 3 hrs to Pittsfield, if it is really good it might be worth a trip
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-04-2024, 01:04 PM
Replies: 17,632
Views: 3,735,703
Posted By rwilson
welded in new plate to fix left front jack area...

welded in new plate to fix left front jack area due to lovely winters in Northeast USA and all the salt they throw on the roads. other 3 jack points were only surface rust which I treated with POR-15...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 09-04-2024, 09:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,720
Posted By rwilson
google search shows available ...

google search shows available

https://www.bmwpartsnow.com/oem-parts/bmw-2004-2010-bmw-fixed-glass-51357033644

or am I missing something, there may be more
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-07-2024, 11:15 AM
Replies: 599
Views: 107,419
Posted By rwilson
reminds me of west texas back when I worked the...

reminds me of west texas back when I worked the oil fields. Dust rags soaked with oil. empty glass bottles in the house half full with sand, etc.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-27-2024, 07:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,871
Posted By rwilson
Dragging Logs out of the woods. Approximately 18"...

Dragging Logs out of the woods. Approximately 18" around by 20+'
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-06-2023, 06:12 PM
Replies: 1,128
Views: 246,846
Posted By rwilson
200k miles

Hit 200,000 miles today on the way to the ski slopes and it was snowing

2006 x5 6spd manual, Born 10/12/2005
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-04-2023, 07:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 961
Posted By rwilson
I would be interested for my 2006 6spd. We moved...

I would be interested for my 2006 6spd. We moved to the woods of New Hampshire and can see having fun on the Class 6 roads (trails at best).
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-15-2023, 04:05 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,388
Posted By rwilson
I think I will drive my 6mt until it dies or some...

I think I will drive my 6mt until it dies or some future repair exceeds my pain threshhold

2006 6mt
2/2010 purchase $27k @ 58k miles
2/2023 total maintenance $38k @ 197k miles

still running...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-29-2022, 04:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 785
Posted By rwilson
Craigslist 6mt transmission x5, Long Island

https://longisland.craigslist.org/pts/d/medford-2004-bmw-x5-six-speed-manual/7557679938.html
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-14-2022, 04:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,133
Posted By rwilson
I believe there was a thread/article about...

I believe there was a thread/article about someone in Germany switching to a 6spd with a v8. I can't find the links at the moment but did not search extensively.

good luck

update see...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2022, 06:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 740
Posted By rwilson
I'm guessing CarsandBids.com

I'm guessing CarsandBids.com
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-16-2022, 06:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 758
Posted By rwilson
I purchased the following on Amazon last August...

I purchased the following on Amazon last August and it works much better than the e53 aftermarket, cost about $20.00

Rear Wiper Arm Blade - for X5 X5M E70 2007-2013 - MIKKUPPA Back Windshield...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-12-2022, 04:57 PM
Replies: 1,128
Views: 246,846
Posted By rwilson
I had the radio pixel fix done 6/8/2016 @ 122,100...

I had the radio pixel fix done 6/8/2016 @ 122,100 miles

I did have to drop off the x5 today to have driver and passenger
external door handles fixed. Subzero temps and road salt do not
play well...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-12-2022, 03:30 PM
Replies: 1,128
Views: 246,846
Posted By rwilson
190,000 miles, 2006 x5 6spd, 1/12/2022 while...

190,000 miles, 2006 x5 6spd, 1/12/2022 while sitting in ski area parking lot, a good day all around.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-20-2021, 04:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,918
Posted By rwilson
2006 6mt (189,000 miles as of Dec 2021) ...

2006 6mt (189,000 miles as of Dec 2021)

below dollars as of Dec 2021

$27,500 purchased used 2/10/2010, 58,000 miles

$11,252 repairs(starter/alternator/cv joints/brake lines/etc/etc/etc)
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-17-2021, 07:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,099
Posted By rwilson
I run 20" in summer and drop back to 18" for...

I run 20" in summer and drop back to 18" for winter. Craigslist etc normally have bmw wheels for under $500. That would open lots of options and you
would not have to fiddle with remounting every 6...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-19-2021, 06:28 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 590
Posted By rwilson
NY, craigslist 2001 x5 with running boards

best part is for $800 you get a complete 4.4 x5 to go with the
running boards

fyi, not affiliated with the listing
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