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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-27-2017, 11:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,321
Posted By fast4d
yep. same with 2008 X5 4.8

yep. same with 2008 X5 4.8
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2017, 03:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,733
Posted By fast4d
I used lucas power steering stop leak on our x5...

I used lucas power steering stop leak on our x5 4.8

still working about 10k miles.

I have a bottle of lucas oil stop leak on the shelf. I have not seen any smoke yet.

oil consumption is...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-23-2016, 09:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,824
Posted By fast4d
it is nice to know we have great resources on...

it is nice to know we have great resources on this forum. I wish I found out sooner. they ordered a new CAS which required the owner's(my wife) ID as the dealer required it.

Thanks, Kirk. I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-22-2016, 07:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,824
Posted By fast4d
I don't have the equipment to read codes. ...

I don't have the equipment to read codes.

shop finally figured it is a module that is between the immobilizer and engine CPU.

it confirms your key then send OK to ECU to run engine.

they...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-22-2016, 04:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,824
Posted By fast4d
brain dead X5 4.8: anyone had engine crank but no start?

shop says it is getting fuel pressure.

they are pointing to electronics. ECU, imobilizer, etc.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-12-2016, 12:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,799
Posted By fast4d
it is normal to destroy a few spark plug tubes...

it is normal to destroy a few spark plug tubes removing the VC. you want to buy new ones to be sure it seals so you won't have to do this again.....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-24-2016, 05:15 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 56,947
Posted By fast4d
that damn seal is just like all the e90 oil...

that damn seal is just like all the e90 oil filter base. except it is on front top of the engine. 3 bolts and 45 min and you are done.

this will be our last bmw V8......
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-23-2016, 01:29 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 56,947
Posted By fast4d
I thought all X5 4.8 have oil cooler? this...

I thought all X5 4.8 have oil cooler?

this job was the worst I've done in a very long time.

I had to use a small mirror to see the block. second guessing..... it might have been easier to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-07-2016, 12:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,677
Posted By fast4d
I know the interval is 100k. we had it done same...

I know the interval is 100k. we had it done same time valve cover gasket was replaced at about 105k.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-22-2016, 02:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,215
Posted By fast4d
what version is that? I have 3 V1 for...

what version is that?

I have 3 V1 for different vehicles. bought them all used for about $200 each. only one was upgrade about 3 years ago the rest are from late 200x

dont recall any Ka...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-19-2016, 01:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,670
Posted By fast4d
I think we have those. no complaints but they...

I think we have those. no complaints but they seem to be wearing faster than I anticipated. not noisy.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-19-2016, 12:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,215
Posted By fast4d
I am in so cal and only use Ka band. all others...

I am in so cal and only use Ka band. all others are disabled. VERY few false alarms.

lidar is left on but pretty much useless but I have detected laser scatter before. this provides about 98% of...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-18-2016, 01:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,215
Posted By fast4d
what band? or lidar?

what band? or lidar?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-22-2016, 07:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,009
Posted By fast4d
4.8 I think have oil coolers. oil smoke is...

4.8 I think have oil coolers.

oil smoke is most likely valve cover gasket dripping onto the exahaust manifold.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-10-2016, 06:16 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,247
Posted By fast4d
4.8? at 100k it needed block/oil cooler...

4.8?

at 100k it needed block/oil cooler seal, front timing gasket, valve cover gasket(spark plugs and valley pan while at it). havent touch the radiator but watching carefully
oil consumption...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-08-2016, 10:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,491
Posted By fast4d
e36 M3: engine under cover, fender liners,...

e36 M3: engine under cover, fender liners, ducts, the usual plastic cooling parts except WP, pretty much most plastics I have to remove to do a job in engine bay. may be a window regulator or two. ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-08-2016, 12:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,491
Posted By fast4d
btw, this happened to wife's 2008 ...

btw, this happened to wife's 2008

headlight still seems ok. no fogging or moisture leak detected.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-07-2016, 02:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,491
Posted By fast4d
:rofl::bustingup

:rofl::bustingup
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-17-2016, 06:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,215
Posted By fast4d
no run flats on M cars. I have a plug kit as...

no run flats on M cars.

I have a plug kit as well as the oem slime.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-12-2016, 01:15 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 29,996
Posted By fast4d
I would like to bleed the brakes at least once...

I would like to bleed the brakes at least once every two years. since I'm at it I might as well bleed out all the old fluid. not a big deal. even on the X5 I can detect an improvement in brake pedal...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-04-2016, 02:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,679
Posted By fast4d
just curious, you use any wax, sealant, coatings...

just curious, you use any wax, sealant, coatings on the headlight covers ?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-02-2016, 07:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,003
Posted By fast4d
no mention of oil viscosity? how about a...

no mention of oil viscosity?

how about a thicker oil?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-02-2016, 11:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,003
Posted By fast4d
get on the throttle hard, often. let boost (twin...

get on the throttle hard, often. let boost (twin turbos?) build up get lots of cylinder pressure to seat the rings. use a couple bottles of redline fuel treatment.

all the light throttle, low...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-01-2016, 11:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,471
Posted By fast4d
should do the vanos sensor too if pulling the...

should do the vanos sensor too if pulling the valve cover.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-21-2016, 12:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,314
Posted By fast4d
agree. :thumbup:

agree.

:thumbup:
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