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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-03-2024, 09:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 997
Posted By Toothbrush
I'm no expert, but my ZF 6HP28x was doing...

I'm no expert, but my ZF 6HP28x was doing something similar a few years ago as shifting from 2nd to 1st and into reverse was starting to get less than ideal. Shifting into reverse it would jerk...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-26-2024, 03:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,021
Posted By Toothbrush
I used run flats for a couple of years, but...

I used run flats for a couple of years, but ditched them with the last set of new tires and just made sure I had some emergency tire maintenance tools in the back.

I would agree that I've noticed...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-20-2024, 10:51 AM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
This is a requirement for these vehicles -...

This is a requirement for these vehicles - checking it out before letting someone else drive it. Pretty sure there's a Service Bulletin for this specifically somewhere. :bustingup
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-30-2024, 11:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,191
Posted By Toothbrush
I did this in the past but can't remember if I...

I did this in the past but can't remember if I torqued those bolts and couldn't find values listed anywhere. There is this thread that may be helpful if you haven't already read it, most (if not all)...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-28-2024, 12:33 PM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
I more or less did the same thing, waited...

I more or less did the same thing, waited (probably too long in my case) for something more definitive that the starter was the problem before replacing.

When I pulled it out, 12v to it did...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-28-2024, 12:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,191
Posted By Toothbrush
Can you be more specific? Part number maybe?...

Can you be more specific? Part number maybe? Would hate to provide the wrong numbers.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-27-2024, 12:17 AM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Replaced the starter - that was a pain but wow...

Replaced the starter - that was a pain but wow the difference. Old one was slow cranking for a while and finally died.

Not fun for two bolts and a single nut for one part, but well worth finally...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-31-2024, 01:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,181
Posted By Toothbrush
I think it's because of this: Also,...

I think it's because of this:




Also, having done this recently, I can say be verrrrrrry careful with the glass as you can easily destroy the auto-dimming film (if you have it) inside the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-26-2024, 06:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,620
Posted By Toothbrush
Had to look just to see ... man alive the price...

Had to look just to see ... man alive the price increase!

I paid FCP $378 in Feb 2020 for a VAL-439602. The same one is $566.99 on FCP. :yikes:


For some reason, I read that as you only check...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-26-2024, 04:17 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 96,049
Posted By Toothbrush
This part ... chef's kiss.

This part ... chef's kiss.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-15-2023, 01:03 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 96,049
Posted By Toothbrush
Love the 'something of an artist myself' pic. ...

Love the 'something of an artist myself' pic.

Just curious, why the wheel swap?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-15-2023, 12:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,620
Posted By Toothbrush
:wow: I replaced mine when I did the...

:wow:

I replaced mine when I did the Alternator Bracket Gasket and went with new from FCP (return policy!), I didn't wanna take any chances and never wanted to do that job again. Definitely agree...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-09-2023, 02:20 PM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Appreciate the answers! This thread...

Appreciate the answers!

This thread continues to be a great source for good info, for me at least, so thanks to all that contribute.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-08-2023, 02:02 PM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Two questions: 1. Does the shop vac trick...

Two questions:

1. Does the shop vac trick work? I've seen a tips and tricks type video once for that but never tried it. I don't want oil in my shop vac.

2. Guessing you checked this product...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-01-2023, 08:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 803
Posted By Toothbrush
Might be a dumb question, but what did you do...

Might be a dumb question, but what did you do about transmission fluid? (what type did you use, how did you refill, etc)
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-01-2023, 02:35 PM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Was having odd starts intermittently with odd...

Was having odd starts intermittently with odd changes in voltage while idling/running so starting doing some digging and checked the IBS and it had some corrosion/tiny bit of rust here and there. I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-13-2023, 12:55 PM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Thanks, I wouldn't have attempted half of what...

Thanks, I wouldn't have attempted half of what I've done on this vehicle had it not been for this forum and it's members. I think I've read all of your posts here and elsewhere on alignment :cool:
...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-12-2023, 06:28 PM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Well, it wasn't easy, especially at first and...

Well, it wasn't easy, especially at first and having never done it before. Next time will be a breeze though. Making sure they were properly lubed after breaking the bead was the biggest factor in...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-11-2023, 10:09 AM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Pulled into the driveway last night with 200k...

Pulled into the driveway last night with 200k miles on the odometer. Not sure how I synced that up. Also put new tires on, bought a few tools and did it in the driveway then had them balanced at a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-30-2023, 11:23 AM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Strange. When I took mine in for the airbag and...

Strange. When I took mine in for the airbag and fuel recall I was in and out in a few hours.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-24-2023, 09:59 AM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Used spray. All brush on product I found required...

Used spray. All brush on product I found required a significantly longer dry time. And yes, I didn't want to bleed the brakes and deal with that extra step, so I left the calipers attached.

I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-23-2023, 03:19 PM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
The one in the pic is a nylon wire wheel brush. I...

The one in the pic is a nylon wire wheel brush. I also used a steel one and a Polycarbide Abrasive Wheel. The steel works well for the initial layer, but the nylon does a better job at 'cleaning' the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-23-2023, 10:09 AM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Got the rear brakes cleaned and painted. Well...

Got the rear brakes cleaned and painted. Well worth the effort, most of which was spent on cleaning up the parts and prepping for paint. Also, forgot to post a pic of the fixed steering wheel buttons...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-17-2023, 08:07 PM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Curious, I assume the weight of the load along...

Curious, I assume the weight of the load along with the tie down prevents any vertical movement, but does it have any play in that custom pole? Seems like you'd want a pin or lock of some type to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-17-2023, 11:24 AM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,059
Posted By Toothbrush
Apparently I'm not that good at pictures as I've...

Apparently I'm not that good at pictures as I've tried getting good shots to no avail, but here's a couple that might help. The blue is 'close enough'. The pic with the flash light is a little...
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