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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-22-2021, 10:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,938
Posted By Kristophe
There is such a tool I saw posted on eBay if...

There is such a tool I saw posted on eBay if anyone is interested


https://www.ebay.com/itm/174988242713
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 10-13-2021, 05:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 833
Posted By Kristophe
Replacing the starter last Spring sure was a...

Replacing the starter last Spring sure was a "pain in the butt". I didn't fully remove the intake manifold but pulled it back enough to reach down and work the bolts out. That job took most of my...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 10-13-2021, 02:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 833
Posted By Kristophe
N52 Electric Water Pump

Since my 2010 E83 has 174K and has still has the original WP and Thermostat. I have previously changed out the radiator, main hoses, and expansion tank. So I thought about tackling the WP and Tstat...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 10-07-2021, 05:59 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,643
Posted By Kristophe
Several years ago it was like the E53 was the...

Several years ago it was like the E53 was the official vehicle of choice for Tulsa suburbia as they seemed to be everywhere. With sprinklings of E83s thrown in for added enjoyment. I'm not seeing...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 10-07-2021, 05:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 962
Posted By Kristophe
Did yours come factory with black seats and arm...

Did yours come factory with black seats and arm rest?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-03-2021, 09:13 AM
Replies: 583
Views: 120,462
Posted By Kristophe
There's one for sale on eBay ...

There's one for sale on eBay

https://www.ebay.com/itm/174868378783?epid=24041539133&hash=item28b6f7b49f:g:bGwAAOSwUIBg6h8V
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-28-2019, 09:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 932
Posted By Kristophe
I really like everything you’ve done to “Jager”. ...

I really like everything you’ve done to “Jager”. The Iron Cross is a nice touch.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-06-2019, 11:00 PM
Replies: 1,116
Views: 224,067
Posted By Kristophe
I just hit 264,000. I’m needing to R&R the rear...

I just hit 264,000. I’m needing to R&R the rear ball joints soon. I have those and the tool to do it.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-10-2019, 10:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,659
Posted By Kristophe
I never could pinpoint the source. But it has to...

I never could pinpoint the source. But it has to be the RMS considering the location and process of elimination. Considering the remedy (pulling trans) I just lived with it. I still have my X5...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-25-2018, 10:05 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,403
Posted By Kristophe
I’m still seeing E53s in and around the Tulsa...

I’m still seeing E53s in and around the Tulsa area. Go back 15-10 years ago they seemed to be the official vehicle of choice of the upscale South Tulsa housewife so there’s lot of handmedowns I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-28-2018, 03:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,073
Posted By Kristophe
Yes, exactly.

Yes, exactly.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-25-2018, 08:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,073
Posted By Kristophe
When I needed to replace my front wheel bearings...

When I needed to replace my front wheel bearings I removed the hub and took it and the new bearing to a shop. They charged $50 to R& R. This is a very experienced shop and even he admitted those...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-22-2018, 10:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,202
Posted By Kristophe
I had a similar issue with occasional rough idle...

I had a similar issue with occasional rough idle and misfires. Turned out to be a torn intake boot. I got the yellow cog warning light and it downshifted harder when it occurred.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-19-2018, 07:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 957
Posted By Kristophe
I’ve had good results with used OE sensors. Just...

I’ve had good results with used OE sensors. Just buy from the sellers who have high ratings and accept returns like bimmermerchant
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-11-2017, 11:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,025
Posted By Kristophe
When I needed to replace my front bearings (at...

When I needed to replace my front bearings (at different times) I removed the hub assembly and took it and the new Timken bearing to an auto shop; they charged $50 to press out the old bearing and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-24-2017, 10:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,845
Posted By Kristophe
You'll need to have the DSP system to fully...

You'll need to have the DSP system to fully install the OEM subwoofer. The cable you're finding is likely the pre-wired loom for the rear PDC sensors. I purchased the OEM subwoofer for my non-DSP...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-03-2017, 08:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,083
Posted By Kristophe
You have a (standard) Hi-Fi amp, not DSP.

You have a (standard) Hi-Fi amp, not DSP.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2017, 10:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,016
Posted By Kristophe
The Sylvania standard H3 seems to give the most...

The Sylvania standard H3 seems to give the most longevity for the price. You may consider a HID upgrade.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2017, 12:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,016
Posted By Kristophe
Does the housing assy at least wiggle? Give it a...

Does the housing assy at least wiggle? Give it a good pull as you move side to side and it will come out; it does kinda wedge in place in addition to the two mounting screws.

I too have frequent...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2016, 01:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,531
Posted By Kristophe
I might add that the noise is confined in and...

I might add that the noise is confined in and around the firewall area and not from engine compartment area.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2016, 01:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,531
Posted By Kristophe
Steering wheel noise-kinda sounds like a duck call?

Yeah when I turn my steering wheel either way there is a sound like a slow duck call. Not really loud but annoying. I've read up on other steering wheel noises here and they range from "clunking",...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-28-2016, 06:06 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 18,823
Posted By Kristophe
Those former IL governors can press only so many...

Those former IL governors can press only so many licence plates
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-25-2016, 05:51 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 18,823
Posted By Kristophe
Non family can pull the same stunt. The tag was...

Non family can pull the same stunt. The tag was recently renewed when we "sold"it. Lesson learned. Nonetheless the point of my reply is since this 4.6 is such a super deal you can try to hasten the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-25-2016, 12:01 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 18,823
Posted By Kristophe
And few years ago we sold my wife's Pacifica to...

And few years ago we sold my wife's Pacifica to her niece and husband who then moved to PA. They never transferred the title for almost a year then tried to sell it. I only found out because they...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-07-2016, 06:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,176
Posted By Kristophe
I had a persistently sweaty PS res changed the...

I had a persistently sweaty PS res changed the cap gasket and still had the issue. I ended up replacing with a new "OEM" ZF brand and the problem is solved.
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