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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-18-2026, 12:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,135
Posted By Bottomfeeder
In 2019 I took my 2002 X5 in to BMW of San...

In 2019 I took my 2002 X5 in to BMW of San Antonio (largest BMW dealer in North America, formerly called Principle BMW) for an airbag recall. At that time it had just 23,000 miles on the clock and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-11-2026, 12:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,294
Posted By Bottomfeeder
As a person with two E53s and two airhead beemer...

As a person with two E53s and two airhead beemer motorcycles (one 31 years old, the other 45) I can relate. Heavily. :-)

Chris
Lockhart, Texas
2005 X5 3.0 Schwarz Black
2002 X5 3.0 Titansilber...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-16-2026, 05:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,742
Posted By Bottomfeeder
The OEM part came pretty well lubed, but I added...

The OEM part came pretty well lubed, but I added a bit here and there. I'm grateful to not be dealing with -40 temps - temperatures in my part of the world rarely get below 20º F and not for very...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-16-2026, 11:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,742
Posted By Bottomfeeder
I did install the new carrier, and also did the...

I did install the new carrier, and also did the reinforcement with the steel zip tie on the new part ... so hopefully it will outlast the car (and/or me!) I also did the zip tie fix to the old/broken...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-04-2026, 10:27 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,742
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Just wanted to report back. I did end up going...

Just wanted to report back. I did end up going with the BMW part in spite of the cost. The old one broke in the exact same place it seems like they all do. I fixed it with the steel zip tie per...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2026, 02:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,668
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Just under 40K on the '02, just passed the 100K...

Just under 40K on the '02, just passed the 100K mark on the '05. Trying to keep 'em both going as long as I can. :-)

Chris
Lockhart, Texas
2005 X5 3.0 Schwarz Black
2002 X5 3.0 Titansilber
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2026, 09:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,668
Posted By Bottomfeeder
I lucked out. I purchased my first (a 2002) in...

I lucked out. I purchased my first (a 2002) in 2018 with 20,163 miles on it. One owner, dealer maintained, and it looked like it never left the garage. The second came along about a year later (a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-03-2026, 08:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,742
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Thanks to everyone for all the words of wisdom...

Thanks to everyone for all the words of wisdom and advice on brands to avoid. I'm hoping I'll be able to fix and reuse the one I have, but will definitely have one on hand to swap in. Either way, I'm...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-31-2026, 04:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,742
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Much appreciated! I'll be following your DIY...

Much appreciated! I'll be following your DIY thread with the zip tie fix very closely when I start the repair. Ordered the steel zip ties today. I'm already getting tired of having to roll down the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-31-2026, 03:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,742
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Door handle carriers .. any brand recommendations?

Hello -

Well, as I was coming to the end of one repair (replacing a cup holder cover, (https://xoutpost.com/1249008-post17595.html) which - not surprisingly with these cars - is an almost...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-31-2026, 10:41 AM
Replies: 17,766
Views: 4,287,091
Posted By Bottomfeeder
You'd have thought the car would have appreciated...

You'd have thought the car would have appreciated the attention and TLC, but right when I was finishing up the driver's side door handle carrier let go. First time for me on either of my two cars,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-31-2026, 10:21 AM
Replies: 17,766
Views: 4,287,091
Posted By Bottomfeeder
All of this work, just to fix the sliding cup...

All of this work, just to fix the sliding cup holder cover. Oy vey.

Chris
Lockhart, Texas
2005 X5 3.0 Schwarz Black
2002 X5 3.0 Titansilber
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-24-2026, 05:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,304
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Those are the ones ... though I was hoping to not...

Those are the ones ... though I was hoping to not have to import them from Latvia. Just covering the holes up with electrical tape is starting to look increasingly appealing. Especially to my wallet....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-24-2026, 11:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,304
Posted By Bottomfeeder
I may take you up on that if I can't find any -...

I may take you up on that if I can't find any - THANKS!

-Chris
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-24-2026, 11:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,304
Posted By Bottomfeeder
I'm seeing them listed as discontinued/NLA there...

I'm seeing them listed as discontinued/NLA there on the OEM part, and don't see any aftermarket replacements unfortunately.

Chris
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-24-2026, 10:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,304
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Source for cup holder clamp arms?

Anybody out there have a source for replacement cup holder clamp arms? These are the little spring loaded clamps/arms for the two cup holders in the center console between the front seats.

I know...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-29-2025, 06:08 PM
Replies: 17,766
Views: 4,287,091
Posted By Bottomfeeder
I've been doing quite a few road trips in my...

I've been doing quite a few road trips in my aging X5s over the last 5-6 years and it seems like frequently the biggest part of the trip is just getting out of Texas. Texas is a lot. :-)

Chris...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-26-2025, 11:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,604
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Excellent advice - thanks to all! In my case...

Excellent advice - thanks to all!

In my case there's nothing at all wrong with the axle itself, just a torn boot on the outer CV. Car only has 90K on it. However, my wife has been driving this one...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2025, 05:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,604
Posted By Bottomfeeder
CV Axle brand recommendations?

Hi All -

I'm getting ready to replace the right side CV axle on my '05 and was wondering if the E53 brain trust has any brand recommendations or advice about brands to stay away from.

The...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-25-2025, 06:13 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 7,398
Posted By Bottomfeeder
I think I'll be done (sadly I'm sure) with E53s...

I think I'll be done (sadly I'm sure) with E53s whenever one of two things - or both - happen. (1) I get too old/infirm to work on them myself or (2) I can no longer afford the expense of them.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-12-2025, 03:37 PM
Replies: 17,766
Views: 4,287,091
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Wow ... now THAT is some serious dedication to an...

Wow ... now THAT is some serious dedication to an E53!! Congratulations on a great looking car. I like to think I'd choose the same path in your shoes!

Best regards and happy driving,

Chris...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-07-2025, 03:51 PM
Replies: 17,766
Views: 4,287,091
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Not sure, but that's not my longest drive in my...

Not sure, but that's not my longest drive in my two old Xs by a longshot. I've never measured MPG but I don't even start looking for a gas station until around 350 miles or so. Love those big E53...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-05-2025, 05:03 PM
Replies: 17,766
Views: 4,287,091
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Well, I've done two things to/for my old X5s...

Well, I've done two things to/for my old X5s lately. (1) Drove the heck out of my '05 on a road trip from Texas to Charlotte, NC and back. 2600+ miles. The old gal did great. (2) Noticed that the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-03-2025, 05:03 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 17,855
Posted By Bottomfeeder
Hey X5chemist - I'm curious which brand of cores...

Hey X5chemist - I'm curious which brand of cores you use and/or recommend. I've never been able to discern which newer replacements have two seals. I generally stick with OEM, but BMW OEM cores look...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-19-2025, 02:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,343
Posted By Bottomfeeder
That's my usual MO, too ... but I still generally...

That's my usual MO, too ... but I still generally have issues unless I give it a few minutes. Oddly, I've never once had it happen in my '02.

So you think it may be more a function of the pumps...
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