Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
09-09-2011, 05:00 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 21,177
Just Valve stem seals
the dealer only replaced the valve stem seals. I had them replace the water pump and belts as long as they were at it. again $5400. as i said before the X runs great, fast and strong.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
09-09-2011, 03:11 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 21,177
White Smoke
I had the valve stems replaced about 2 months ago after bringing my car to the dealer for white smoke coming out the exhaust after sitting idle for a light or traffic. I had 120K on the odometer and...
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Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale
06-06-2011, 10:20 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,251
SOLD
Unit is sold, thanks mrbmwx5!!
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Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale
06-04-2011, 08:59 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,251
Anyone???
Guys I am flexable, make an offer...
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Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale
05-31-2011, 10:03 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,251
New Haulingan Head unit and backup camera
Updated Price!!! was $650.
Selling never used never installed unit. Comes with all wiring harness and steering wheel control mudule. Paid $695 for radio and $65 for camera. Is exact uint listed...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-18-2011, 04:22 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 4,344
Trim Piece removal
If you are not switching the steering wheel you can remove the trim piece by first removing the airbag and then unscrewing 3 torex screws behind the wheel. You don't need take the full wheel off....
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-16-2011, 02:51 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 4,344
Ditto on the 3M Dinoc wrapping...
I bought a real Carbon Fiber wrapped piece and did my own Dinoc wrapped interior. It is easy to do. Since I was swappining my steering wheel, I did the interior as well. Do the piece yourself. I...
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Forum: Detailing Forum
05-13-2011, 09:57 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,561
wax on black trim
Use any of the tire shine products with a tooth brush and rag. spray, brush, wipe. Looks great.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
05-12-2011, 09:51 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,482
Valve Stem Seals
Has anyone had the seals replaced on the 4.8? Have 116k miles on the engine, oil changed ever 3-4k miles, babied beyond belief and this happens. at the dealer now and looking at $5,500 to repair.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
05-10-2011, 10:36 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 10,245
any update on your issue
I know it has been a while but wanted to see if it was the valve stem seals. I am havinf the same issue minus the oil filter problem you had.
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Forum: X ///M Forum
04-23-2011, 08:07 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,572
Looks Awexome!!!
Dude that is sick. Looks way better than the stock wheels that look anemic in my opinion. What did they run you?:thumbup:
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
04-16-2011, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,027
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
04-14-2011, 09:49 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 9,334
Matt Black and Black RBs
I think the Black makes a better statement. The Gunmetal just looks a bit off. Might look better on a silver, white, or gray X. Here is mine with Matt Black wheels.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
04-14-2011, 09:41 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,096
$4 grand
In his original post he stated 4 grand doesn't go as far as it use to.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
04-11-2011, 02:35 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 15,485
remove the 3 bolts
I replaced mine over the weekend and needed to remove the three bolts mentioned on the previous post. you need to lift the housing to get access the the bulb cover. if you can get a buddy to hold...
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Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale
04-11-2011, 09:29 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,289
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Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale
04-11-2011, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,289
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Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale
04-07-2011, 05:04 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,289
Grill Pics
For those whos X these will fit, here you go...I will take closer pics of the removed grills tonight.
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Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale
04-07-2011, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,289
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
03-23-2011, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,109
angle eys
what do you need t change to make them bright white?
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
03-21-2011, 04:00 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,733
BT fuse
where is it located? Mine just sits on the screen that shows the emergency button and phone button.
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Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale
03-14-2011, 04:41 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 11,907
OEM NAV/DSP
Most of the threads are on non DSP or units without NAV. I have NAV and DSP. What do you need to install this unit with that setup. I have a Haulingan radio and am ready to put in a 4 channel amp...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-24-2011, 11:52 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 5,016
rim and tire size
17s wont fit. front calipers are too big. i put 18s on with 255 50 18 tires. that is the recommended bmw down size from your stock 20s.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-21-2011, 11:12 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 6,316
CF Wheel cover
got it from a guy on ebay Bimmer-Styling. Has one left see link:
BMW E53 X5 CARBON FIBRE LOWER STEERING WHEEL TRIM on eBay (end time 08-Mar-11 19:05:59 GMT)...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-20-2011, 08:03 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 46,949
Squeaky noise
Mine is doing the same thing and sounds ditto to yours. coming from same spot. mine is LHD.:dunno:
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