Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-11-2025, 07:13 PM
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-09-2025, 01:35 PM
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I agree re JB Weld.
Best is to use a trans...
I agree re JB Weld.
Best is to use a trans cooler as a plug.
On eBay, Trans cooler is about $35-$40, all you need is 2 new O-rings to go with it.
But again, Man Radiator is still available, you...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-07-2025, 05:43 PM
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Replies: 71
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I understand you bought an Auto Rad.
The...
I understand you bought an Auto Rad.
The companies such as Nissens make a "universal rad" with the plugs....it is basically an Auto Rad and for ppl with Man Trans, Nissens provides the plugs to plug...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-07-2025, 02:56 PM
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-07-2025, 01:38 PM
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-07-2025, 01:18 PM
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Replies: 71
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- To simplify matter, you can buy Man Rad?
Why...
- To simplify matter, you can buy Man Rad?
Why make it so complicated?
Between eBay, and some random website places, you can still find Man Radiator.
It may not be Behr, but likely Chinese.
In a...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-06-2025, 10:31 PM
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Replies: 71
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-06-2025, 06:55 PM
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Replies: 71
Views: 2,507
The separate channels in the Auto radiator...
The separate channels in the Auto radiator circulates ATF fluid, not antifreeze coolant.
So, if you install the Auto radiator in a Manual, simply plug the ATF ports so debris does
not get inside...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-06-2025, 02:20 PM
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Replies: 71
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-06-2025, 12:07 PM
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Replies: 8
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The discussion is not cheap oil etc
It is a...
The discussion is not cheap oil etc
It is a scientific question: is Kirkland as good as "Euro" oil or Castrol Edge?
I have used all kinds of oil, Kirkland, Napa Synthetic, Castrol 5W40 etc etc...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-05-2025, 11:04 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 364
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-05-2025, 05:58 PM
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Replies: 7
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Well,
If you do a little research before the...
Well,
If you do a little research before the rant, then you will find out:
1. Sensor in lower rad hose is for aux fan near the front bumper.
2. Sensor in the cylinder head is for the dash gauge....
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-04-2025, 12:37 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 275
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-04-2025, 12:15 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 275
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-04-2025, 12:08 AM
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Replies: 3
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DIY: 2006 BMW E53 X5 M54 (6sp MT) CV Boots
DIY: 2006 BMW E53 X5 M54 (6sp MT) CV Boots
- This is a 2006 X5 with 6-speed MT and ~ 142K miles.
- The LEFT CV OUTER Boot just cracked. If you catch it early, then you can re-use the CV joint....
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-02-2025, 12:30 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 2,692
No wheel bearing lasts 1 million miles.
When...
No wheel bearing lasts 1 million miles.
When I replaced the wheel bearing on my 1998 Volvo S70 years ago (at 180K miles)...
I could tell both front bearings were bad.
Replaced both front...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
12-01-2025, 12:06 PM
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Replies: 46
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- Wheel bearing is a "wear" item. Under normal...
- Wheel bearing is a "wear" item. Under normal driving with no water submersion or
huge pot holes etc etc, in my experience, it goes bad around ~ 160K-200K miles.
- The key thing with check wheel...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
11-28-2025, 11:32 PM
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
11-27-2025, 07:16 PM
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No need to use terms like port and starboard....
No need to use terms like port and starboard. Most of the public don't know these terms.
R is R and L is L in Bmw catalog book, and viewed from the cockpit.
In healthcare, the nurse or doctor...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
11-19-2025, 11:06 PM
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
11-19-2025, 10:14 PM
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Replies: 48
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FYI...
Bremi is the genuine supplier of...
FYI...
Bremi is the genuine supplier of speed sensor, ignition coils etc for many
European cars.
Bremi is a very reputable company.
Just stay away from counterfeit stuffs...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
11-10-2025, 03:47 AM
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
11-09-2025, 06:37 PM
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Replies: 68
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@wpoll et al,
- I sketched a generic photo...
@wpoll et al,
- I sketched a generic photo so you can see OUTER vs INNER race terminology.
- When REMOVING hub/bearing (after circlip is removed), you basically push the Hub out, the part...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
11-09-2025, 06:26 PM
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Replies: 68
Views: 4,010
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
11-09-2025, 03:46 PM
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Replies: 68
Views: 4,010
Also,
For ppl without an angle grinder, I...
Also,
For ppl without an angle grinder, I have an untested idea...
I am coming up with some random numbers here.
Since it requires let's say 30K lbs of force to remove the OUTER race from the...
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