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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-15-2024, 09:45 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 27,145
Posted By timmyc
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/henderson-bm...

https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/henderson-bmw-x5/7757041712.html

Low mileage and CLEAN!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-15-2024, 09:42 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 27,145
Posted By timmyc
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/scottsdal...

https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/scottsdale-bmw-x5-owner/7757109186.html

One owner beauty!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-05-2024, 12:08 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 27,145
Posted By timmyc
Most pick n' pull places sell airbags. It's a...

Most pick n' pull places sell airbags. It's a pretty safe bet, these days after the Takata recall. I know my local yard has one. $40.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-04-2024, 10:31 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 27,145
Posted By timmyc
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/pts/d/hacien...

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/pts/d/hacienda-heights-bmw-e53-oem-tow/7742828162.html

And a unicorn!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-04-2024, 10:29 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 27,145
Posted By timmyc
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/pts/d/hacien...

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/pts/d/hacienda-heights-bmw-e53-lci-sport/7737269801.html

Looks exceptionally nice for a 20 year old steering wheel
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-17-2024, 11:57 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 27,145
Posted By timmyc
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/pts/d/north-...

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/pts/d/north-hills-bmw-x5-left-and-right/7736429267.html

Seems like a good price and they look decent! It's CL. The posted price is not what it may really sell...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-17-2024, 11:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,609
Posted By timmyc
Here is an invaluable resource for your future...

Here is an invaluable resource for your future repairs:
https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/select

Input your vin number and it will give you pictures and part numbers for essentially every part,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-22-2024, 10:40 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 27,145
Posted By timmyc
I was curious myself and inquired about the...

I was curious myself and inquired about the guides/tensioner. He says there is no rattle, and to his knowledge, they have not been addressed. It if were a different color and a manual, it would be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-20-2024, 11:45 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 27,145
Posted By timmyc
Nice looking e39 M Sport. ...

Nice looking e39 M Sport.

https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/mesa-2003-bmw-540i-sport/7728539455.html
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2024, 10:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,633
Posted By timmyc
I use a rubber glove over the oil filler hole....

I use a rubber glove over the oil filler hole. Cut a tip of a finger off and tape the hose onto it, then rubber band the glove to the filler neck. Good luck!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2024, 11:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,829
Posted By timmyc
Planning on grabbing a set at the local pick and...

Planning on grabbing a set at the local pick and pull. Mine still work correctly (fingers crossed) for the time being, but I know it's just a matter to time....

Carry on, my friend! :popcorn: ...
Forum: Other BMWs 03-01-2024, 07:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,173
Posted By timmyc
Post a picture of the unit you have. I may be...

Post a picture of the unit you have. I may be able to help, but I need to make sure I get you the right unit. There are a couple in my local yard that haven't been there too long.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-26-2024, 10:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,545
Posted By timmyc
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2024, 11:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,545
Posted By timmyc
Got it all installed! Hardest part was getting...

Got it all installed! Hardest part was getting the springs out!

I was sweating it there for minute. Got it all connected and nothing. I did make sure to grab the module from the donor car and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2024, 11:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,206
Posted By timmyc
If you are at all interested in a used airbag,...

If you are at all interested in a used airbag, there is one at my local pick and pull. It's out of an "02 X5. The wheel itself is in surprisingly good condition, as well. I could verify it is not the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-24-2024, 11:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,545
Posted By timmyc
Went and got the entire system, yesterday. $118!...

Went and got the entire system, yesterday. $118! Fortunately, my ride level sensors are still intact, but I grabbed the ones from the donor for spares. I ended up taking the bags as well when I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2024, 03:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,545
Posted By timmyc
Thanks for bring the videos! Pretty fun POV! Is...

Thanks for bring the videos! Pretty fun POV! Is that just with your iPhone?

My schedule is clear for tomorrow and the weather looks good, so I think I'll go grab what I need for the install and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,545
Posted By timmyc
Thanks, all for your input! I don't...

Thanks, all for your input!

I don't regularly tow much, now. Mostly a trailer full of tree limbs and brush after clearing and cleaning our property and them some very heavy loads of boulders for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-20-2024, 11:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,545
Posted By timmyc
Opinions wanted! Rear air springs or coil/shock?

I bought my X years ago and the previous owner had converted the rear to a coil/shock system. Didn't bother to delete the error code.:dunno: It's time for a suspension refresh.

I have the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-18-2023, 09:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,184
Posted By timmyc
I hear ya! I feel like the trade off for tech...

I hear ya! I feel like the trade off for tech versus a solid build and quality interior finishes in todays cars is a bad deal for the consumer.

I had a friend shut the door of our X5 the other day...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-13-2023, 08:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,184
Posted By timmyc
Quick update here. Went out to start the X and it...

Quick update here. Went out to start the X and it started then died right away. Let it sit for about 20 minutes and still no start. Started reading some threads here on Xoutpost and decided to try my...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-07-2023, 11:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,184
Posted By timmyc
Thanks for the reply, Squiggy. Not sure if...

Thanks for the reply, Squiggy.

Not sure if you read the whole thread, but do you happen to remember if you had any of the same issues? I'll be driving the X this weekend, so I will see if the no...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-07-2023, 11:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 812
Posted By timmyc
:iagree: ABSOLUTELY! Dude. That X is too...

:iagree:

ABSOLUTELY! Dude. That X is too nice to got the the bone yard. Especially a manual! :dunno:

We had the same thing happen here in Arizona, but fortunately, the insurance did pay to fix...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2023, 02:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,184
Posted By timmyc
It just started! :bustingup :rofl: :wow: ...

It just started! :bustingup :rofl: :wow: :dunno:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2023, 02:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,184
Posted By timmyc
Fortunately, the coupe just needed a battery. I...

Fortunately, the coupe just needed a battery. I threw the ohm meter on it and there was no significant draw. I had misread the receipt from the battery. It was 6 years old and not driven very often....
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