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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-19-2015, 03:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,699
Posted By fepat55
Shorty 04 I can give you a bit of my experience...

Shorty 04 I can give you a bit of my experience from my 2008 4.8I. I have had it since it had 10,000 km on it. It currently has 259,000 km.
I changed the coolant every 2 years religiously and my...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-19-2015, 02:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,982
Posted By fepat55
Ive had 2 sets of the Continental DWs's on my 20...

Ive had 2 sets of the Continental DWs's on my 20 inch rims. And i have a set on currently . They are fabulous in the rain and a pretty good dry weather tire. I have adjusted my camber to the minimum...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-04-2015, 08:56 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 84,314
Posted By fepat55
I have the dreaded cooling pipe leak .This is on...

I have the dreaded cooling pipe leak .This is on a 2008 x5 4.8i. This is after 156,000 miles. I have been rigorous about changing the coolant. Changing it at 2yrs or less since the vehicle was new....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-22-2011, 11:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 18,442
Posted By fepat55
The thin rubber cord pulls the inner lip of the...

The thin rubber cord pulls the inner lip of the rubber out . So to answer your question . Yes you need to pull the cord out after you have installed the rubber. It does not matter which direction you...
Forum: Group Buys 08-10-2011, 12:34 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 74,734
Posted By fepat55
I'm now on my 2nd set on the back. I have 20 inch...

I'm now on my 2nd set on the back. I have 20 inch tires on my 4.8 and I am a little miffed with the tire wear on the back. The front now have about 40,000 km on them and I expect that they will last...
Forum: Group Buys 11-11-2010, 05:46 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 74,734
Posted By fepat55
As promised I am following up to give you my...

As promised I am following up to give you my feedback on these vrederstein tire.
I installed 275/40 R20 front
315/35 R20 rears
As recommended in the manual I ran them at 32 lbs on...
Forum: Group Buys 07-21-2010, 02:16 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 74,734
Posted By fepat55
X5 Meister . I see that this is closed. Do you...

X5 Meister . I see that this is closed. Do you have information where I can buy the 20 " option . Being from Canada our options are limited. Can you pm me.
Thanks
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-16-2009, 04:11 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 13,107
Posted By fepat55
Denalio: I am also interested in the pads....

Denalio:
I am also interested in the pads. Could you pm me with the info on the pricing.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-04-2009, 10:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,091
Posted By fepat55
Malcolm As far as I know the E53 has a parking...

Malcolm As far as I know the E53 has a parking pawl in the transmission that stops the car from moving. It does not lock any of the wheels. The only way to lock any of the wheels is the apply the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-03-2008, 09:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 18,442
Posted By fepat55
fs wheel : this isn't the writeup that is...

fs wheel : this isn't the writeup that is referred to in this string. This one refers to the complete seal that attaches to the body frame that goes completely around the door frame.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-24-2008, 09:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,286
Posted By fepat55
Probably the B since this wiper has to cover a...

Probably the B since this wiper has to cover a more curved area than the drivers wiper. I have also seen other people use the 421B, which is 25mm (1inch) shorter
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-10-2008, 06:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 12,787
Posted By fepat55
There is a permanent fix for the M62 engine which...

There is a permanent fix for the M62 engine which reroutes the vent lines under the valve covers but nothing for the N62. I have dealt with this problem 3 times in the last year on my '04 4.4l. The...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2008, 07:29 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,380
Posted By fepat55
I want to confirm what vinuneuro has just stated....

I want to confirm what vinuneuro has just stated. I spoke to the regional manager for Castrol here in Western Canada about the synthetic oils available here. He indicated to me that all of the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2008, 03:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,345
Posted By fepat55
Note: the first 1 is not part of the part number...

Note: the first 1 is not part of the part number but rather the quantity. The 6 is also the quantity on the last 2 items.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2008, 03:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,345
Posted By fepat55
If you insulate the PVC valve, lines and oil...

If you insulate the PVC valve, lines and oil seperator. This is all that the dealer will do. See if they have the latest insulated lines
The last upgrade on the N62 engine was in April '07.
Parts...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2008, 03:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 18,442
Posted By fepat55
x5 dawg I decided to tackle the replacment of the...

x5 dawg I decided to tackle the replacment of the inner door seals myself.
Here is a write up on my experience. http://www.xoutpost.com/C:\Documents and Settings\Felix Kuefler\My Documents\My...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-04-2008, 10:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,345
Posted By fepat55
Phyberoptic. I got a message back from the...

Phyberoptic. I got a message back from the Castrol regional manager. he indicated that 0W30 is onlyavailable in litres. Additionally he indicated that the best choices for prices were Cdn Tire, Part...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2008, 12:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 18,442
Posted By fepat55
I see what you are talking about. The other...

I see what you are talking about. The other thread does not really describe any of the details yet. I have ordered the inner seals on both of my doors and the parts will arrive in 2 days. I can give...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2008, 11:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 18,442
Posted By fepat55
thanks x5 dawg: i think they are referring to the...

thanks x5 dawg: i think they are referring to the seal along the door. The seals I am referring to are the inner seal attached to the body. It doesn't have a break in it but is rather one piece.
I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-01-2008, 01:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 18,442
Posted By fepat55
Question Replace Inner Front Door Seals?

The front rubber inner door seals on my '04 X are peeling off and failing. I want to replace them but don't have any info on how they go on. Can someone help; pictures if you have them. Perhaps the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-30-2007, 02:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,345
Posted By fepat55
Thanks for the location. I also have a bevy of...

Thanks for the location. I also have a bevy of bimmers. The 530xi touring doesn't have the same problem with the crankcase but i notice that the engine bay must be better insulated because I the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-25-2007, 04:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,782
Posted By fepat55
I'd also sugges #2. I have Pirelli scorpion ice...

I'd also sugges #2. I have Pirelli scorpion ice and snow tires on 18 inch rims, the ride is better and the grip is better thand the Diamari's tires on 19.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-25-2007, 04:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,914
Posted By fepat55
There is a micro switch in the mirrors and a clip...

There is a micro switch in the mirrors and a clip on a circuit board that is mounted on the mirrors. When this microswitch breaks on the circuit board the mirrors fold back out on their own. I also...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2007, 04:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,345
Posted By fepat55
Phyberoptik; Where did you get the German 0W30...

Phyberoptik; Where did you get the German 0W30 oil??
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-20-2007, 04:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,345
Posted By fepat55
Oil Grade

phyberoptik: I note that you are in Calgary. I am in Edmonton, Your comment about using 0W30 is interesting because the service manager @ Bavaria here in Edmonton suggested the same thing. Do you...
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