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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-17-2023, 12:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,850
Posted By PR1AWRet
LWX? I gave it to my son in 2019. Now I have a...

LWX?
I gave it to my son in 2019. Now I have a 2018 50i fully loaded since 2020.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-01-2021, 07:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,169
Posted By PR1AWRet
When I had my E53 4.4 I replaced the driveshaft...

When I had my E53 4.4 I replaced the driveshaft with the longer splines. Put some grease in there after getting most of the rust off the Xfer case front output. Mine weren't stripped but almost. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-01-2021, 07:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,468
Posted By PR1AWRet
What can't they fix?

What can't they fix?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-15-2017, 04:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,295
Posted By PR1AWRet
I'd like a new 2017 X5M but can't justify 40K -...

I'd like a new 2017 X5M but can't justify 40K - 50K for 12HP.

The 04 Z06 is the only year with the new silver color but used on the C6 also. Nothing different to much. BIG stereo system, MGW...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-15-2017, 11:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,295
Posted By PR1AWRet
Liked the E53 So Much

Liked the E53 so much I'm researching a newer one and keeping the E53 as my back up. Getting ready to sell the Z06 Corvette and the truck for a down payment. My choices are 2012-2013 X5 M, 2012-2015...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-23-2017, 12:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,301
Posted By PR1AWRet
Dirty/corroded grounds?

Dirty/corroded grounds?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-13-2017, 06:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 959
Posted By PR1AWRet
Installed Federal Tires

New tires. About 250 mi on them. They are a lot more quiet and feels more comfortable. I did some spirited driving and pushed them going on on-ramps at the same speed as the Duelers. Right now the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-07-2017, 06:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,768
Posted By PR1AWRet
Mine is a 11/01 build 200100 miles on it. ...

Mine is a 11/01 build 200100 miles on it.

The PO dumped $7000 in parts/labor and me about $6000 in parts now. $13K in parts/labor so far in the last 3 years or so. It drives like it's brand new,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-05-2017, 11:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,768
Posted By PR1AWRet
So I wrote to BMW of USA to find how many of...

So I wrote to BMW of USA to find how many of these were produced in the color of my 2002 and their response.

Call Time: 9 A.M. Eastern Time - 9 A.M. Eastern Time
Other Phone:
Call Time: 9...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-15-2017, 02:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,680
Posted By PR1AWRet
Start and idle till warm. Most likely residual...

Start and idle till warm. Most likely residual oil just burning off. If the smoke goes away you'll still smell some oil burn which is normal. Take it for a short ride to burn the rest off.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-15-2017, 01:46 PM
Replies: 1,137
Views: 258,707
Posted By PR1AWRet
2002 4.4 Sports Package, Graugruen (442), 200,200...

2002 4.4 Sports Package, Graugruen (442), 200,200 mi.

In the last 3 years between the OP and me, $10K has been spent reconditioning this. I rebuilt the transmission with upgraded clutch packs,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-04-2017, 01:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,385
Posted By PR1AWRet
I run synthetics in the engine (5W30), transfer...

I run synthetics in the engine (5W30), transfer case (ATF+4), and differentials (75W90). Any major brand. If differential oil says it has the added ingredients for limited slip you can still use it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-23-2017, 02:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 895
Posted By PR1AWRet
Mine hums when coming to a stop, like 2-3-4...

Mine hums when coming to a stop, like 2-3-4 seconds. It also does this coming out of the driveway, going around corners, you get the idea. This is normal. I have a 2 year old compressor. I just have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-14-2017, 08:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,409
Posted By PR1AWRet
Find another 2002 this color US spec 442?

Find another 2002 this color US spec 442?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-14-2017, 02:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,409
Posted By PR1AWRet
Owners Manual Picture 2002

I pulled out the owners manual a couple of days ago and there on the front is almost what mine looks like. I have Xenon lights and Parking Distance Control (PDC) sensors. Pictures of both. Both are...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-01-2017, 11:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,665
Posted By PR1AWRet
That's pretty good compression. No worries there....

That's pretty good compression. No worries there. At times cars will blow white smoke depending on weather. Condensation can build up in the exhaust. Does it do it once the car is warmed up or just...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-30-2017, 05:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,665
Posted By PR1AWRet
If they are all pretty even across the six...

If they are all pretty even across the six cylinders most likely not a blown head gasket. Gages read all different. 135 is my personal low number when I check compression. Make sure TB is wide open...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-28-2017, 11:27 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 19,024
Posted By PR1AWRet
That's a simple way. Nice and easy info.

That's a simple way. Nice and easy info.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-27-2017, 12:37 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 19,024
Posted By PR1AWRet
I went through this last year. The seals are all...

I went through this last year. The seals are all Reinz. I also used the Besian procedure. If you look at the front timing chain cover with the valve covers off, is it even with the head. With the new...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-24-2017, 06:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,768
Posted By PR1AWRet
Qsilver7 - that's the one I find, it would have...

Qsilver7 - that's the one I find, it would have made a good parts car. Thanks for the color sheets.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-24-2017, 02:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,768
Posted By PR1AWRet
GrayGreen 442

I haven't seen this color on any other E53 X5 in the last 3 years Iv'e owned it. There are a few in Europe/Russia. There is a wrecked one in the US. Is there a BMW X5 list that shows any production...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-07-2017, 03:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,395
Posted By PR1AWRet
My experience, mine made a similar noise before...

My experience, mine made a similar noise before the whole front and top mini rebuild. Chains, tensioners, guides, soft parts, and hard parts that were a wear item. At 189xxx the motor didn't burn any...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-26-2017, 06:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,036
Posted By PR1AWRet
I used the Mayle kit for my 02 last year. No...

I used the Mayle kit for my 02 last year. No complaints so far.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-17-2017, 01:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,219
Posted By PR1AWRet
I have a set of them on my X5. Not impressed. For...

I have a set of them on my X5. Not impressed. For performance mufflers/cat back they are quiet.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-04-2017, 04:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 955
Posted By PR1AWRet
Got the remanufactured fuel injectors (8) in the...

Got the remanufactured fuel injectors (8) in the mail yesterday, 2% flow matched. Replaced the 2 questionable spark plugs. The others only have about 1K on them. A couple of hours later and the X5...
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