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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-13-2018, 02:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,148
Posted By AlpineX
Nope. BTW, the L bracket (if what Im...

Nope.


BTW, the L bracket (if what Im thinking youre referencing matches) is related to an original recall to reduce flex on the EGR coorler.... unless there is a dealer or original owner you can...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-27-2018, 12:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,376
Posted By AlpineX
That looks to me like an EGR valve produced prior...

That looks to me like an EGR valve produced prior to 2010... later models got a newer version
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-24-2018, 01:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,376
Posted By AlpineX
Spend the dealer diag fee getting a BMW specific...

Spend the dealer diag fee getting a BMW specific scan tool like the foxwell/schwaben, so you can read what the code is. It may not be visible to you, but it will be visible to the tool.



CARB...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-19-2018, 10:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,320
Posted By AlpineX
Shouldnt be too difficult since I believe it was...

Shouldnt be too difficult since I believe it was a standalone option for all or most years. That being said, I'd spend some time in the wiring schematics/parts diagrams to see whats going on for...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-19-2018, 10:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,088
Posted By AlpineX
Similar to this...

Similar to this (https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1164655) with the added complexity of manual trans. Hard parts are not the hard part.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-18-2018, 02:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,209
Posted By AlpineX
I believe it is on the drivers side engine bay...

I believe it is on the drivers side engine bay partition (thats where mine was). This is a part that fails due to poor design and may have been replaced.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-16-2018, 01:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,088
Posted By AlpineX
Well yeah, that is a car that WILL put a smile on...

Well yeah, that is a car that WILL put a smile on your face until it needs to go to the shop. Figure out your starting point, spend the next 3 days reading anything you can about N62 engine, pre LCI...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-16-2018, 01:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,088
Posted By AlpineX
There is no comparing apples to apples with...

There is no comparing apples to apples with aftermarket warranty coverages... you really have to read the fine print. For PPI and PSI I meant asking if you had a pre-purchase inspection or a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-16-2018, 12:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,088
Posted By AlpineX
Did you have a PPI or PSI?...

Did you have a PPI or PSI? (pre-purchase/post-sale)
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-15-2018, 11:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,088
Posted By AlpineX
How long is the term and does it include seals...

How long is the term and does it include seals and gaskets? Otherwise sounds like a good strategy to ditch and get your $ back if you have no other concerns or are actually covered for what you are...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-15-2018, 09:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 955
Posted By AlpineX
Often short and abrasive, but usually correct and...

Often short and abrasive, but usually correct and often longwindedly, I find you as an asset to that crowd. I can't imagine that his posts wont go overlooked as a moderator, though that probably...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-14-2018, 07:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,057
Posted By AlpineX
Look up the part number on RealOEM, google search...

Look up the part number on RealOEM, google search "BMW insertpart#" and check out the web results and shopping results. Lots of places to get different parts, I've never seen a blanket correlation to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-10-2018, 09:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,120
Posted By AlpineX
Check the connections from the aerial diversity...

Check the connections from the aerial diversity to the CAS module. Check for signs of moisture in your right 1/4 panel cargo area.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-07-2018, 12:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,917
Posted By AlpineX
Bottle jack is almost as scary as Hi-Lift jack....

Bottle jack is almost as scary as Hi-Lift jack. Not going to consider using one unless it is a companion helper to my floor jack. If you are set on using a bottlejack for the road, I would invest in...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-06-2018, 12:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,139
Posted By AlpineX
Get a pry bar and see if you can move them...

Get a pry bar and see if you can move them around. Should be very little flex.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-03-2018, 12:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,009
Posted By AlpineX
What's happening now that the charge pipe is...

What's happening now that the charge pipe is reconnected?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-02-2018, 12:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,182
Posted By AlpineX
probably ebay or amazon for cheap stuff, or you...

probably ebay or amazon for cheap stuff, or you could run over to greer..... jk
search online "BMW part#here" and a list of providers and prices are available for OE emblems, wouldnt be surprised to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-01-2018, 12:58 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,009
Posted By AlpineX
Think about your turbo oil feed and return lines...

Think about your turbo oil feed and return lines as well.

Coking of the return line is a possible cause of oil in the turbo

International warranty sounds like a nightmare after the nightmare...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-29-2018, 10:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,563
Posted By AlpineX
Here it is on their website...

Here it is on their website (http://www.piedmontautosales.com/1689_V20180816095701/Stokesdale/2012-BMW-X5-xDrive50i-for-sale). Correct vin with 4 owner short-ownerships carfax, and the mileage at...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-29-2018, 10:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,563
Posted By AlpineX
First car has no listed mileage, carefully angled...

First car has no listed mileage, carefully angled photos to exclude mileage, and an invalid VIN. PASSSSSS


Second car looks nice. Might want to find out how long they have owned it.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-28-2018, 11:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,563
Posted By AlpineX
Yep. More expensive to buy, more intensive to...

Yep. More expensive to buy, more intensive to maintain, way more fun to drive, bigger depreciation, less demand overall when your turn to sell. Solely based on opinion and anecdotal experience.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-28-2018, 07:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,563
Posted By AlpineX
I would say expect most/all the E53 stuff, plus...

I would say expect most/all the E53 stuff, plus new bus systems, more modules, cameras, sensors, rear lift gate struts, air springs, adaptations to reset, etc.

You'll need a foxwell scan tool at...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-14-2018, 07:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,124
Posted By AlpineX
This thread should be retitled: Should I get a...

This thread should be retitled: Should I get a 4.6is or X5M?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-10-2018, 04:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,457
Posted By AlpineX
There are diesel cars and trucks in your area. ...

There are diesel cars and trucks in your area.

*Look for brand name, low price, main thoroughfare.*

Log your tanks, and buy full tanks. Use a credit card for easy proof of purchase.


...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-09-2018, 01:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,321
Posted By AlpineX
<-- Air-less suspension here :rofl:

<-- Air-less suspension here :rofl:
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