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Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 02-17-2022, 11:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,398
Posted By Dudewanarace
I came from a 2001 4.4 E53 (died at 216k miles)...

I came from a 2001 4.4 E53 (died at 216k miles) and went to a 2014 50i. I also own a 2013 550i. I actually feel like the 50i is more sporty than my 550i. Might be the N63TU engine over the regular...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-02-2014, 06:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,414
Posted By Dudewanarace
That is the evidence I wanted! Thanks mrbmwx5 ...

That is the evidence I wanted! Thanks mrbmwx5 I'll get apart sooner rather then later..
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-25-2014, 11:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,414
Posted By Dudewanarace
Well, I'm not sure I agree. A bad strut doesn't...

Well, I'm not sure I agree. A bad strut doesn't dampen the spring. I can jump up and down on the hitch in an attempt to excite a spring type of bounce. But, it just doesn't happen. One rebound...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-23-2014, 02:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,414
Posted By Dudewanarace
You know, I'm at 140K on my 01 4.4i sport and I...

You know, I'm at 140K on my 01 4.4i sport and I am interested in the overall opinion on this also.

I recently took a 500 mile trip with bunch of tools in the back. The weight certainly makes for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-06-2014, 01:00 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,853
Posted By Dudewanarace
I actually passed this car on the road a while...

I actually passed this car on the road a while back. I had to do a double take, and then watch it in the mirror. I think the 'sport' badge on the back is the best.. What is it with people adding...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-29-2014, 03:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,163
Posted By Dudewanarace
I've drained enough coolant out of this engine,...

I've drained enough coolant out of this engine, for all sorts of reasons, to give up on the OEM stuff long ago. It just isn't worth it considering it will probably get dumped out at about 15% of its...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-29-2014, 03:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,163
Posted By Dudewanarace
Although it is isn't good, this is a rather bold...

Although it is isn't good, this is a rather bold statement. The problem presented is just the most recent in a series of events.

I have replaced everything coolant related over the years. Some...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-29-2014, 02:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,163
Posted By Dudewanarace
Broken Coolant Level Indicator

So I have had a small drip from a coolant hose for a while. I just haven't gotten around to replacing the O-ring in the fitting, or replace the entire hose. It takes a few months to drip out enough...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-21-2014, 04:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,621
Posted By Dudewanarace
If it is possible to get the seal same day, for...

If it is possible to get the seal same day, for sure yes. If it is a few days away.. man, I could go either way with it. Total gamble.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-10-2013, 08:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,387
Posted By Dudewanarace
I had a failed bearing on one of the pulleys on...

I had a failed bearing on one of the pulleys on my E39. Was super loud when cold. Once it warmed up it went away. Easy, cheap fix. (relative anyway)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-20-2013, 03:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 903
Posted By Dudewanarace
This X5 has a little trouble with the door (Video)

Smash and grab at an Apple store.

Live Leak Video (http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=d65_1384962977)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-12-2013, 12:28 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 15,997
Posted By Dudewanarace
This might be true for the X3, but not always...

This might be true for the X3, but not always true for all the GM Powertrain transmissions found in some BMW's. For example, see this chart:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-07-2013, 10:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,480
Posted By Dudewanarace
Thanks DallasGV. Good point, I replaced the...

Thanks DallasGV. Good point, I replaced the tensioner as well.

740ilDuke is correct. Seriously, what a pain! But in the end, I don't see how the lower case would have come off with the dipstick...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-04-2013, 07:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 894
Posted By Dudewanarace
No, you can not remove the guides without...

No, you can not remove the guides without removing the chain, thus taking the gears off the cams.

But, you don't need to buy the tool. Just rent it!

Bimmer Tool Rental :: Rentals...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-01-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,877
Posted By Dudewanarace
I would not replace the solenoid. I don't think...

I would not replace the solenoid. I don't think it is a common point of failure. The seal around it is easy to swap out. Just 2 bolts. Removing the solenoid actually takes a special socket if I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-18-2013, 01:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,957
Posted By Dudewanarace
Very handy for doing struts. Vice grips on an...

Very handy for doing struts. Vice grips on an old socket is just a pain in the ass.

But, I thought it was a 22mm? I very well could be mistaken..
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-28-2013, 12:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,475
Posted By Dudewanarace
This may sound odd, but when I had a cam position...

This may sound odd, but when I had a cam position sensor failing, I would get the start problem you describe. I couldn't reproduce it each time, it was random. Not long after the problem started, I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-28-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,017
Posted By Dudewanarace
I find that very unlikely. Gaskets, Yes. Hoses,...

I find that very unlikely. Gaskets, Yes. Hoses, Yes. The actual manifold, hard to imagine.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-13-2013, 12:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,669
Posted By Dudewanarace
I have done it, and done a lot of other things. ...

I have done it, and done a lot of other things. On the 1-10 scale, no doubt it is an 8+. Mainly because of the required accuracy and special tools needed. You MUST have the cam timing set, Vanos...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-06-2013, 02:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,960
Posted By Dudewanarace
Not to be a Debbie downer, but I didn't think you...

Not to be a Debbie downer, but I didn't think you could do it all, correctly, for $350..

I posted about my guide/vanos rebuild process here, with helpfull links:...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-12-2013, 01:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,248
Posted By Dudewanarace
Sounds fuel related to me.. Did you...

Sounds fuel related to me..

Did you recently buy fuel that may be bad? I once purchased 20 gallons of gas and got 10 gallons of water. Not cool.

Maybe the fuel filter is clogged?

I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-08-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,685
Posted By Dudewanarace
My 2001 4.4i had an alternator failure at about...

My 2001 4.4i had an alternator failure at about 90K miles I think. It just stopped charging, no leaks. So, that being said, there is some merit in replacing it while your there.

But, like...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-26-2013, 02:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,480
Posted By Dudewanarace
I'm not sure the total time. I spread out the...

I'm not sure the total time. I spread out the tear down over a few days. Then ordered the parts. While waiting I cleaned / painted stuff and prepared for install. Also did the Vanos seals while...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-26-2013, 12:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,480
Posted By Dudewanarace
I just remembered, I had to get the Vanos...

I just remembered, I had to get the Vanos Non-Return valve (2) from my local BMW dealer. I couldn't find them online. I think this is critical to keep oil in the Vanos unit, and prevent the startup...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-26-2013, 12:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,480
Posted By Dudewanarace
Tips for Vanos / Chain Guides 4.4i

So, just finished replacing the chain guides on my 4.4i, 130,000 miles. I caught the problem before it was very bad at all, so that was the good news. But, while I was at it, I did everything else I...
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