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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-16-2021, 02:50 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 20,563
Posted By oldskewel
Since you say they came from a car, replaced with...

Since you say they came from a car, replaced with racing tires, I'll suggest to first check on the load rating of the tire. Not sure about your '06 4.8is, but my '01 3.0i specifies 103V in the front...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-14-2021, 05:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 731
Posted By oldskewel
Here's the thread of my driver's DLA repair: ...

Here's the thread of my driver's DLA repair:
https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/105036-e53-drivers-door-lock-actuator-motor-repair.html

From memory, Andrew later did it a little...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-14-2021, 05:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,778
Posted By oldskewel
I wouldn't normally think it would be a problem....

I wouldn't normally think it would be a problem. But given that you've isolated the alternator as the source of that noise, and that you R+R'ed the alternator during the time when this problem...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-14-2021, 02:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 731
Posted By oldskewel
It has been a while since I was "in there" with...

It has been a while since I was "in there" with my driver's DLA, but I recall @AndrewWynn fixing his and concluding that one motor is for locking+unlocking, and the second motor is for double...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-14-2021, 02:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,778
Posted By oldskewel
All bets are off with the hammer, now. It's...

All bets are off with the hammer, now.

It's a tight fit going back in. I generally remove whatever is needed so I can align things properly, and use some antiseize on all the contact surfaces...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-14-2021, 01:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,778
Posted By oldskewel
I power wash my alternators every chance I get. (...

I power wash my alternators every chance I get. ( :D but not completely kidding) I definitely wash oil off them when I can. And yes, I've been reading what the intertubes say about this for decades...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-14-2021, 12:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 866
Posted By oldskewel
I think the answer will be different for...

I think the answer will be different for different people, maybe moreso than with other things. If you're paying someone else to do it, lean towards replacing all at the same time. Similarly if...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-14-2021, 12:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,534
Posted By oldskewel
Hopefully you'll find a good E53 to replace it...

Hopefully you'll find a good E53 to replace it with, just so you keep focused on xoutpost stuff. :rofl::rofl::rofl:

But if you must get a different car, PM me and I'll give you a short list of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-14-2021, 12:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,474
Posted By oldskewel
Yes, rear engine, rear wheel drive transaxle....

Yes, rear engine, rear wheel drive transaxle. Same axles left vs. right. I even think that the inner and outer CV joints were the same, and it would have been possible to flip an axle inner-vs-outer,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-13-2021, 07:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,474
Posted By oldskewel
I always prefer a reboot if there are no joint...

I always prefer a reboot if there are no joint problems yet. There have been many stories on here about difficulty in removing one of the ends of an axle, leading to a lot of work, or worse. If you...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-12-2021, 01:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,474
Posted By oldskewel
LOL. I always first think "Air Base" when I see...

LOL. I always first think "Air Base" when I see that.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-11-2021, 02:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,283
Posted By oldskewel
Good to hear on the fan fixing the fuse problem....

Good to hear on the fan fixing the fuse problem. At this point then, it might be a refrigerant issue.

The basic issue on refrigerant is that the system is designed to contain a certain amount of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-10-2021, 09:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,283
Posted By oldskewel
The clearest thing you have here is that 50A fuse...

The clearest thing you have here is that 50A fuse blowing. I would focus on that. Exactly when does it blow? Can you do some experiments where you unplug certain things and see if the fuse does not...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-31-2021, 01:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,553
Posted By oldskewel
I just spent $250 at FCP Euro a few minutes ago,...

I just spent $250 at FCP Euro a few minutes ago, could not find any coupons, but all things considered, they were still the best for me in this case.

I really like FCP Euro - even their "spam"...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-30-2021, 01:14 PM
Replies: 599
Views: 107,461
Posted By oldskewel
At first glance, I thought I also saw he had a...

At first glance, I thought I also saw he had a Predator drone escort, low-flying right above.

79927

And that's great that they offer such security to a VIP like this:...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-26-2021, 09:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,906
Posted By oldskewel
The siphon jet pump really only matters when you...

The siphon jet pump really only matters when you are below about a third of a tank (guess on the exact number there). So if you keep your tank filled at half way or higher, and you still have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-26-2021, 12:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,112
Posted By oldskewel
For maybe more detail and photos, ...

For maybe more detail and photos,
https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/111267-interior-light-replacement-damage.html

I had bookmarked that link, meaning I probably used it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-26-2021, 12:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,747
Posted By oldskewel
On your tail lights, it sounds like you've found...

On your tail lights, it sounds like you've found the same problem I've had, which I think is the most common one there. My solution was to drill little holes in the plastic and use small...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-20-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 257,746
Posted By oldskewel
The front vertical edge of the window is supposed...

The front vertical edge of the window is supposed to slide up and down inside a rubber-lined U-shaped channel as a guide.

I will guess that due to other failures, the window shifted rearwards and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-09-2021, 03:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,555
Posted By oldskewel
Here's the post on pressurizing using a brake...

Here's the post on pressurizing using a brake fluid pressure bleeder:
https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/108408-pressure-testing-cooling-system-e53.html

On other cars of mine, I've...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-08-2021, 05:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,786
Posted By oldskewel
If anyone is considering the QuickJack, they just...

If anyone is considering the QuickJack, they just emailed me the following promo:
"Get $150 off your purchase of any new QuickJack model today! Enter promo code OFF150 at checkout on QuickJack.com....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-08-2021, 02:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,316
Posted By oldskewel
My logging has been getting more detailed as time...

My logging has been getting more detailed as time goes on and I find how valuable it is to refer to old notes.

In addition to simple things like what repair/maintenance was done at a certain...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2021, 05:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,080
Posted By oldskewel
I replaced the seals and "rattle rings" (spacers...

I replaced the seals and "rattle rings" (spacers that lead to a startup rattle after things wear out in the VANOS) in my 3.0i at about 186k miles when I had the engine apart for a head gasket +...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-06-2021, 12:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,786
Posted By oldskewel
Driving in the rain IS my cleanup. :D It all...

Driving in the rain IS my cleanup. :D

It all depends on what you're starting from.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-01-2021, 01:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,989
Posted By oldskewel
Now adding some photos I took recently when I...

Now adding some photos I took recently when I used the rear adapter.

All the support force is upward, on the square beam that crosses the car from left to right. The 4x4 is in compression, sitting...
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