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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-17-2012, 07:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 15,791
Posted By xriderob
Great write up and how to! thanks I have been...

Great write up and how to! thanks I have been looking into this for a while but can not figure out how to mount the pad on the N62 oil pan, it is not flat on the bottom like yours is. It has...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-16-2012, 11:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,746
Posted By xriderob
Hey just to share from my ccv experience in cold...

Hey just to share from my ccv experience in cold temps. I had several issues on cold weather start up generally -20 and below, and eventually after bringing it to the dealer and Indy found out it was...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-17-2011, 04:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
Well I can finally say I am very happy with my...

Well I can finally say I am very happy with my BMW dealer today. Service advisor went to bat for me and got the claim covered, they sent out an adjustor and they are covering just shy of $3000. Will...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-10-2011, 02:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,521
Posted By xriderob
I switched to PBR deluxe ceramics. Very happy....

I switched to PBR deluxe ceramics. Very happy. About 95% of the stopping power of own with 50% the dust. Cheaper as well I paid 95$ for front set and oem was 150.

I went with Zimmerman coat z...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-09-2011, 12:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,754
Posted By xriderob
From what they told me was its not about what...

From what they told me was its not about what part they cover but how the covered part is damaged.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-09-2011, 11:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,754
Posted By xriderob
Not sure about details on your warranty but I...

Not sure about details on your warranty but I know with mine any ccv issue is NOT covered due to it actually being part of the exhaust system. Hope that's not the case for you. A little love from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-07-2011, 08:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
I worry constantly about this vehicle. Which I...

I worry constantly about this vehicle. Which I dislike. So I've taken a new approach, worry less and be reasonable about my worries and know as much about the vehicle as possible to help prevent...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-05-2011, 02:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
So here's what BMW told me. Car is driveable. And...

So here's what BMW told me. Car is driveable. And they did not suggest getting it done as it is not worth the $ (unless covered by my warranty which it should be). This valve or check valve makes...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2011, 10:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
Found the SIB related 11 09 05 ...

Found the SIB related 11 09 05

http://www.xoutpost.com/attachments/x5-e53-forum/40491d1267732008-non-return-valve-parts-found-engine-oil-filter-during-engine-oil-service-update-sib-11-09-05.pdf
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2011, 09:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
Good point. I just dont know how to get this to a...

Good point. I just dont know how to get this to a reputable dealer, maybe flatbed is the way to go to get it there. The oil pump is covered in the warranty so hope that covers all Associated costs...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2011, 06:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
Well....that sucks. Question is, can I risk...

Well....that sucks. Question is, can I risk driving it back to Edmonton. My guess would be no, but how long has that spring and piece of Metal been floating around in my oil filter case for?...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2011, 09:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
http://tapatalk.com/mu/89ba8df7-f2fb-5843.jpg ...

http://tapatalk.com/mu/89ba8df7-f2fb-5843.jpg

Photo of said item. Minus spring. Anyone recognize
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2011, 08:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
Hmm good idea. Only crappy part is closest dealer...

Hmm good idea. Only crappy part is closest dealer is 460km away. I think I will call and send picture though at least get an Id on the parts. And not start my vehicle in the mean time
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2011, 08:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
It was as soon as I screwed it off (haha) i heard...

It was as soon as I screwed it off (haha) i heard it plunk into the oil pan. And searched into the pan.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2011, 07:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
http://atlanticmotorcar.com/bmw-n62-4-4-engine-oil...

http://atlanticmotorcar.com/bmw-n62-4-4-engine-oil-pump-problem-and-update

Ok this is the only pertinent info I could find on my situation and I don't like it.. Thoughts?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2011, 04:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
No one? I need to compare, something random fell...

No one? I need to compare, something random fell out when I was changing the oil...namely a spring and a "thimble looking" piece of metal. Very random...do not know what they are and am worried....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2011, 01:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,282
Posted By xriderob
Picture of oil filter area

Does anyone have a picture of the oil filter housing area without the filter attached or housing. The actual metal part on the car is what I'm looking for . For a 05-06 x5 4.4 n62 please (filter on...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-25-2011, 03:24 PM
Replies: 17,530
Views: 3,584,306
Posted By xriderob
Installed Zimmerman coat z rotors and pbr deluxe...

Installed Zimmerman coat z rotors and pbr deluxe pads. Install went well thanks to write ups on here!! Can't thank you guys enough for that. Found out before bedding in brakes with coat z you must...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2011, 05:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,593
Posted By xriderob
Well thanks for the input. As always very...

Well thanks for the input. As always very helpful. I think I am torn not providing the constant maintenance and trying to find a reason to (for some insane reason) perform more little jobs. But I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-10-2011, 09:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,593
Posted By xriderob
Hmm Interesting. Thanks for input.

Hmm
Interesting. Thanks for input.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-09-2011, 03:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,099
Posted By xriderob
Yes as everyone is saying you will get a white...

Yes as everyone is saying you will get a white but not brighter. Less visibility of them during the day as well but looks great at night. If you want anything like the new BMW angel eyes this is not...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-09-2011, 03:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 19,791
Posted By xriderob
Thanks!!!

Thanks!!!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-09-2011, 03:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,593
Posted By xriderob
Bavarian Auto-sport maintenance Guide

Hello,
Just discovered bavautos recommended maintenance guide for BMWs, and specifically our X5's. It is interesting seeing what work they recommend performing at these certain intervals.
What...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-04-2011, 01:53 PM
Replies: 17,530
Views: 3,584,306
Posted By xriderob
Allignment for the ol girl. Figured it was about...

Allignment for the ol girl. Figured it was about time. Also ordering new brakes up front, trying to decide if I want to stick with oem or go Zimmerman rotors and axxis pads. I want lower dust but...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2011, 09:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,623
Posted By xriderob
Hello again, Oh those new Diesels are sexy go for...

Hello again, Oh those new Diesels are sexy go for it! I paid just under $4000 for 3 year 60,000km coverage. But please read all the fine print, they sure make it out to seem as though its as good as...
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