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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-22-2013, 11:07 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 14,002
Posted By justben
We have this one in my '01. It is a recaro and...

We have this one in my '01. It is a recaro and matches the interior splendidly. Never had any problems. Wife's old man is a firefighter. He approves. Good enough for me.

Recaro ProRIDE...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 03-21-2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,180
Posted By justben
Isn't the air we breathe like 85% nitrogen...

Isn't the air we breathe like 85% nitrogen already?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-21-2013, 01:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,547
Posted By justben
BUMP

BUMP
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-14-2012, 11:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,728
Posted By justben
I found that site and registered. I am STOKED to...

I found that site and registered. I am STOKED to get this project up and running.

That supercharger kit does look nice, maybe if I get frustrated I will go with that instead, but I have always...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2012, 02:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,728
Posted By justben
Update

I have a friend who was intrigued by my idea of originally swapping the newer turbo BMW motor (can’t be done cheaply enough) then, the idea of a swap from a 4.6 v8 X5 of the same year (hard) and...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 01-31-2012, 09:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,700
Posted By justben
makes sense. Good stuff.

makes sense. Good stuff.
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 01-27-2012, 03:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,210
Posted By justben
How long until I need to replace...

... my pads and rotors after the pad wear indicator light comes on? I looked at all 4 corners last night after it came on and the pads LOOK like they have plenty of life left on all 4 corners. ...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 01-27-2012, 03:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,700
Posted By justben
I meant taking the wheel and tire off the car,...

I meant taking the wheel and tire off the car, sorry.
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 01-27-2012, 03:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,700
Posted By justben
Wouldn't taking the tire off the rim and...

Wouldn't taking the tire off the rim and measuring the diameter be more effective?
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 01-27-2012, 03:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,904
Posted By justben
Gotcha. And I am with you on rotors being...

Gotcha.

And I am with you on rotors being designed with those in mind.

I will probably just get the brembo rps kit from ecs, myself. But I was looking into the ecs rotors, I had slotted...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 01-26-2012, 01:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,904
Posted By justben
If that's true, then why do manufacturers make...

If that's true, then why do manufacturers make their high performance cars with drilled or slotted rotors? So all the poseurs will buy them? I don't think so.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-19-2012, 12:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,728
Posted By justben
decisions, decisions. Maybe I will just say...

decisions, decisions. Maybe I will just say screw it and buy a civic to tool around in.:bustingup
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 01-18-2012, 09:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,470
Posted By justben
Shake N Bake

Shake N Bake
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-18-2012, 09:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,728
Posted By justben
But if you get an entire front clip with ECU,...

But if you get an entire front clip with ECU, what would stop it from being able to communicate properly? All you'd have to worry about is hooking up the drivetrain and making everything fit, right?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-17-2012, 04:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,728
Posted By justben
N54B30 swap into 3.0i?

Hello--

I was wondering:

Has anyone ever tried successfully to swap a twin turbo N54 from a 335xi or newer x5 into their X? Do you think it can be done?

It would have to be from an AWD...
Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum 01-17-2012, 03:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,470
Posted By justben
Aftermarket Tail Lights... Do They Fit Properly?

I have a tail light that has a loose socket that is pissing me off. I hate having to adjust it every few days. I was wondering if anybody has ever gotten some EBAY aftermarket tail lights and IF...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-25-2011, 08:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,859
Posted By justben
Do the aftermarket tail lights fit correctly?

Do the aftermarket tail lights fit correctly?
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 07-12-2011, 01:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,481
Posted By justben
Question Incorrect Tire Size = Differential or Tranny Problems?

I won some wheels and tires on eBay for a good price. I was going to install them on my x5 01 3.0i, but they have 275/45-20 and 285/50-20 tires on the front and back. (they are 20x9 and 10.5 Asa...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-03-2011, 10:03 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 31,345
Posted By justben
I'll probably just throw some 20s on it and keep...

I'll probably just throw some 20s on it and keep it where it is.

anybody else?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-03-2011, 03:23 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 31,345
Posted By justben
Do you like your lowered x? How did you do it?

I was thinking about getting a pro-kit for my X5. I was wondering what methods you guys have used to lower your e53's, if you like it, etc?

Any advice?

Thanks!
Ben
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-03-2011, 03:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,029
Posted By justben
What kind of grille is that?

What kind of grille is that?
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 02-15-2011, 02:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,828
Posted By justben
I tried the ground noise loop eliminator, it...

I tried the ground noise loop eliminator, it didn't work. I think the crossover that I mounted in the door is picking up interference from the ecu (or whatever it is) located on the passenger side...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 02-14-2011, 02:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,252
Posted By justben
Shortcuts and Recommendations/Suggestions for Installing a Stereo in the X5

My car is a 2001 3.0i non-dsp with the following:

Kenwood KDC-x794 Head Unit w/iPod interface
CDT 6.5" Components up front and 6.5" coax in back doors
8" Kicker 2 ohm L5 in separate box (for...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 02-14-2011, 01:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,828
Posted By justben
Another one with terrible ground noise. SO...

Another one with terrible ground noise. SO annoying. I wonder if the car has enough grounding points under the hood or if some improvements can be made?

For now, I will get the ground noise loop...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-08-2011, 10:11 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 11,279
Posted By justben
all of them

all of them
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