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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-02-2016, 01:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 16,394
Posted By rhusbands
Ouch... makes ya wonder where the rest of it...

Ouch... makes ya wonder where the rest of it went:yikes:... crap floating around in the oil pan/channels/weep holes/gallies!

ARGH!

Any who, curious what you find with the sensor/cable.
Forum: The Lounge 01-27-2016, 12:44 AM
Replies: 359
Views: 56,454
Posted By rhusbands
1974 Mack Cab Over (yeah...learned to drive at 12...

1974 Mack Cab Over (yeah...learned to drive at 12 in a tractor trailer.)
1968 Ford Ranger XLT (first "car")
1985 Honda XL80S (first motorcycle - and license:1985)
1974 Datsun Long Bed Pickup
1986...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-24-2016, 12:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,550
Posted By rhusbands
Ditto on not being able to see the pics... I've...

Ditto on not being able to see the pics... I've been contemplating a set of BC's as-well.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-24-2016, 12:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,149
Posted By rhusbands
Arrow Best thing is to check out the website below and...

Best thing is to check out the website below and see if your symptoms are the same... follow the instructions (email him with a list of the symptoms and what is NOT working) and he will get back with...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-10-2016, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 18,221
Posted By rhusbands
If your key turns freely in the drivers side...

If your key turns freely in the drivers side door, you need to repair the door lock. Parts are available online for less than $20, and there are a ton of videos showing how to do the repair...took me...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-10-2016, 02:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,425
Posted By rhusbands
I'm experiencing the same issue on my right turn...

I'm experiencing the same issue on my right turn signal. I replaced the rear bulb holders a few months ago, the fronts are brand new aftermarket units, and all bulbs are new. I am thinking it may be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-10-2016, 01:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,280
Posted By rhusbands
BavAuto sells it.

BavAuto sells it.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-06-2016, 03:00 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 20,024
Posted By rhusbands
ditto here... I bought Spyder CCFL projector...

ditto here... I bought Spyder CCFL projector replacements. Fit is decent (less than perfect, but only OCD will notice). Light is like 7 days in a row... WEEK! On install I popped one of my...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2016, 01:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 11,507
Posted By rhusbands
I spent 11 hours struggling with a Valve Cover,...

I spent 11 hours struggling with a Valve Cover, Oil Filter Housing, and CCV change... I simply couldn't figure out how to get the hoses undone and the new CCV in place.

...Then, I found this video...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-14-2015, 11:47 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 14,293
Posted By rhusbands
Best game ever! My first PC was an Apple IIe...

Best game ever!

My first PC was an Apple IIe with a 14" amber monochrome monitor. My first game was one of those 4" X 5" code books you bought at Radio Shack and typed the code from the book and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-13-2015, 02:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,079
Posted By rhusbands
8 minutes and 36 seconds in on this video. ...

8 minutes and 36 seconds in on this video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8GIMLg0v-0

disregard... see that you already got it sorted.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-13-2015, 02:43 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 14,293
Posted By rhusbands
My self appointed title is "Technologist"... My...

My self appointed title is "Technologist"... My friend and I have a company that performs a wide range of B2B (Business to Business) services to small to mid-size companies across the country. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-17-2015, 02:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,192
Posted By rhusbands
Good to know! Thanks for the info/feedback! ...

Good to know! Thanks for the info/feedback!
;)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-12-2015, 03:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,730
Posted By rhusbands
How To Change The GMIII or GM3 Module

I am convinced I have a failing GMIII. I want to replace it with another GMIII, but not sure if it would require "programming" other than possibly assigning a key. Has anyone changed one of these,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-08-2015, 10:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,462
Posted By rhusbands
I am experiencing a similar issue. Mine started...

I am experiencing a similar issue. Mine started with locking my car using the remote, and noticing that the locks didn't actuate. I used the key to lock the car, and noticed a lot of resistance...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-18-2015, 03:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,192
Posted By rhusbands
:iagree:I agree with UpAllNight and Trader4....

:iagree:I agree with UpAllNight and Trader4. :thumbup: If the piston requires that much force to move, it will not return to normal "rest" after applying the brakes. This results in constant pressure...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-10-2015, 07:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,190
Posted By rhusbands
Adhesivo, Those costs are probably valid for...

Adhesivo,

Those costs are probably valid for each of the individual repairs (front CV, remove/replace wheel, remove lower ball joint, etc...) For the steering boot, you have to do the same...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-03-2015, 09:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,595
Posted By rhusbands
Thanks fella's... I will look up a reman (and go...

Thanks fella's... I will look up a reman (and go by an auto parts store and have them check the battery)... On another note, the negative terminal is broken. What I mean is it looks like someone over...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-01-2015, 02:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,595
Posted By rhusbands
Electrical Woes - Bad Alternator/Voltage Regulator

I have a 2003 X5 3.0 with 183K on the clock. Last week, my battery light began coming on periodically. It has done so three times. I noticed that it only comes on when I am at WOT and revs approach...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-05-2015, 11:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,182
Posted By rhusbands
Good to know... I have quite a few specialty...

Good to know... I have quite a few specialty tools for my old car (a Mercedes SLK), but just picked up the X5, so will need to acquire some new stuff... good excuse to by new toys! ;)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-04-2015, 09:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,182
Posted By rhusbands
Completed all the work. It took two days and...

Completed all the work. It took two days and nearly 16 hours to get it all done. The valve cover gasket was super easy. I didn't have the tool to remove the fan, so I ended up removing the alternator...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-27-2015, 10:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,495
Posted By rhusbands
mmmmm, Here's my 2¢'s. The paint and body...

mmmmm,

Here's my 2¢'s. The paint and body looks to be in great condition and the interior appears to be in excellent condition with the only exception being the drivers seat (shows the mileage,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-27-2015, 02:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,221
Posted By rhusbands
There are a lot of posts and discussion on the...

There are a lot of posts and discussion on the forum regarding this headunit. It is manufactured by a company called "Eonon". I have seen mixed reviews on it. Also, it does not support SiriusXM,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-27-2015, 01:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,495
Posted By rhusbands
Pictures help... What are the condition of the...

Pictures help... What are the condition of the seats? Also, what part of the country are you in? East Coast, West Coast, New Mexico/Arizona, Gulf Coast, So-Cal, Mid West, or North East?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-27-2015, 11:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,182
Posted By rhusbands
This morning, I decided that i was going to...

This morning, I decided that i was going to change the Oil Filter Housing seal while I was in there... It should make access to the CCV a little easier too...
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