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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-02-2020, 03:58 PM
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Views: 351,715
Posted By ClassyJalopy
I am attempting exactly as you described. Did you...

I am attempting exactly as you described. Did you have much success?
PO had cut off the factory harness plug for my radio and the DSP amp etc were full of water when I got her - so a clean slate...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2019, 07:54 AM
Replies: 978
Views: 263,541
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Check this one out: ...

Check this one out:
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/oakland-passionate-bmw-x5-6-speed-new/7004516428.html

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-04-2019, 12:40 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Just sold her after owning for only 4 weeks. She...

Just sold her after owning for only 4 weeks. She needed full suspension refresh and I felt that I am not ready to make that kind of commitment at this time in my life.
She went to a total Bimmer...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-01-2019, 09:14 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
I think there is a typo in your sig. It say 367K...

I think there is a typo in your sig. It say 367K miles :confused:
Also, ours look very similar to yours but has only 158k.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-30-2019, 12:49 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
So pulled off the door card and replaced the...

So pulled off the door card and replaced the actuator this morning and learned that the lock pin is not raising even with the new actuator!! And yes I did plug in the master window switch and yes all...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-29-2019, 11:24 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
What a brilliant idea! You are my new best...

What a brilliant idea! You are my new best friend!
This trick of double locking worked like a charm
Now that i am able to open driver's door it should be much easier to replace the actuator

A...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-28-2019, 01:02 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Yes, the key moves to the 90 deg rather easily....

Yes, the key moves to the 90 deg rather easily. And of I keep it there for a few seconds it rolls down all windows too.
But the lock pin still doesn't pop up
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-28-2019, 10:07 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
This is thread that gave me so much hope but...

This is thread that gave me so much hope but unfortunately I got nowhere trying that method
https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/63605-door-lock-stuck-fix-pics.html
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-28-2019, 10:05 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
I think that is exactly what happened. I used the...

I think that is exactly what happened. I used the key to lock the door manually since the battery in the remote is dead.
I will search for your thread. I am just not looking forward to manhandle the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-28-2019, 06:54 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Woke up to find my driver side door not unlocking...

Woke up to find my driver side door not unlocking anymore :smh
Spent some time with a wire hanger to try and pop the lock without any success.
Ordered the actuator and carrier assembly and am now...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-20-2019, 03:32 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Perhaps this isn't the best place to ask- but can...

Perhaps this isn't the best place to ask- but can I use standard Sachs shocks/struts with air bags? Mine is a 2003 3.0i with 4 corner SLS
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-19-2019, 11:31 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Hello fellow Wisconsinite! I like Lemforders a...

Hello fellow Wisconsinite! I like Lemforders a lot and the full kit is about $900 for front and rear. I think Chinese ones can be had for $400 to $500
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-19-2019, 07:31 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
She is 2003 3.0i with 158k miles. Rear subframe...

She is 2003 3.0i with 158k miles. Rear subframe mounts, most of the control arms and shocks are all very tired.
It does have a 4 corner SLS whick works flawlessly so I am in no hurry replace the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-19-2019, 05:31 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,413,944
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Replaced waterpump, thermostat, radiator hoses...

Replaced waterpump, thermostat, radiator hoses and the plastic fan blade. All parts bought at FCP Euro and am excited to be able to drive my x5. Bought her 10 days ago and she has been inop for most...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2019, 05:08 PM
Replies: 978
Views: 263,541
Posted By ClassyJalopy
2003 X5 3.0i 5 speed

I am the third owner of this 2003 3.0i 5 speed with 4 axle air suspension.

She is pretty decent cosmetically but needs some help on the mechanical side. Suspension is tired, shifter is sloppy,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2018, 07:15 AM
Replies: 978
Views: 263,541
Posted By ClassyJalopy
All good points regarding how m54b30 lacks grunt...

All good points regarding how m54b30 lacks grunt in X5. But at least they aren't as much of a maintenance whore as their v8 counterparts.
I had an auto 3.0 x5 for a while and while it was never...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2018, 12:53 AM
Replies: 978
Views: 263,541
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Yes that appears to.be a dud, unfortunately

Yes that appears to.be a dud, unfortunately
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-17-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 978
Views: 263,541
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Thanks guys, I will check out the Iowa one

Thanks guys, I will check out the Iowa one
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2018, 04:55 PM
Replies: 978
Views: 263,541
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Not yet

Not yet
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-17-2017, 11:57 AM
Replies: 978
Views: 263,541
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Oh my word! This is such an awesome example,...

Oh my word!
This is such an awesome example, but sadly far out of my budget. I should have mentioned it earlier, my lowly budget is not more than $5000, perhaps $6000.

I understand that won't be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-16-2017, 09:25 PM
Replies: 978
Views: 263,541
Posted By ClassyJalopy
Lightbulb WTB E53 5 or 6 spd

New member here. I am currently looking for an E53 in 5 or 6 speed manual. Winter package (heated seats) is a must. Preferably post 2001 (so that it has the updated X drive system).

Let me know if...
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