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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-02-2018, 10:37 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 21,339
Posted By g300d
Yeah the valve doesnt always solve the problem. ...

Yeah the valve doesnt always solve the problem.

If you are a tinkerer it's worth a try, but if you will be paying someone to do it I recommend just replacing the compressor, especially if you...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-02-2018, 10:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,105
Posted By g300d
Hmmm, I did fluids for both and IIRC the older...

Hmmm, I did fluids for both and IIRC the older pre-facelifts use ATF, Dexron 3, and the Xdrives use a special fluid.

I'd go OE or equivalent, and there was no equivalent for the Xdrive fluid at...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-02-2018, 10:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,757
Posted By g300d
If its a thunk in the trunk maybe check your rear...

If its a thunk in the trunk maybe check your rear subframe bushings?

EDIT sorry, if it seems to be from the front it's usually the thrust arm bushes as mentioned. Common wear part on E53's. You...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-02-2018, 10:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,569
Posted By g300d
I have the same problem and did some research but...

I have the same problem and did some research but never did get to open her up. Stopped using my X5 for a year or so when I got into Subarus. I am looking to finally fix this once and for all too...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2017, 12:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,124
Posted By g300d
Yup, they will work. Yes they still break. ...

Yup, they will work. Yes they still break.

They are made in Germany and marked as so right on the part.

They occasionally are harder to install (screw hole doenst line up), they are a bit less...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-02-2017, 06:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 884
Posted By g300d
Yeah, it can be so many things, start by checking...

Yeah, it can be so many things, start by checking what codes you got.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2017, 05:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,463
Posted By g300d
Good luck man. Sucks to be stranded because of a...

Good luck man. Sucks to be stranded because of a belt you cant get.

Why did it fail? Last time I snapped a belt was in the 4.6, and it was because the alternator seized. Good thing I had it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-07-2017, 03:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,268
Posted By g300d
Anytime OP, good luck!

Anytime OP, good luck!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-06-2017, 12:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,268
Posted By g300d
If thats a dealer I think you get a discount if...

If thats a dealer I think you get a discount if you are a BMWCCA member.

And if IIRC those OE parts have a warranty too.

The write ups here made it possible for me to DIY. I hope they still...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-05-2017, 06:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 939
Posted By g300d
That fuel pump had a good run! I had to do mine...

That fuel pump had a good run! I had to do mine at 60k.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-05-2017, 06:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,854
Posted By g300d
Wow. The Outpost loses another longtime member. ...

Wow. The Outpost loses another longtime member.

I remember when you sold your 3.0 and got this one, and now you are letting it go. How time flies!

GLWS!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-05-2017, 06:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,268
Posted By g300d
The Febi is made in Germany. However, they...

The Febi is made in Germany.

However, they can have fitment issues where one of the screws (the only screw actually, the one you access through the side of the door) does not line up.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-01-2017, 10:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,087
Posted By g300d
^Looking forward!

^Looking forward!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-01-2017, 05:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,437
Posted By g300d
That high side pressure is pretty anemic. I...

That high side pressure is pretty anemic.

I would be looking at the compressor IMO.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-01-2017, 05:09 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,087
Posted By g300d
Yup, it didnt happen without pics. Needs video...

Yup, it didnt happen without pics. Needs video sound clip too for confirmation. :D
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-31-2017, 12:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,252
Posted By g300d
I agree with OF, the blue and brown is a pretty...

I agree with OF, the blue and brown is a pretty striking combo I think!

But the gray and black will work with blue too if you feel so inclined, IMO.

If this were a poll, I'd vote brown. :)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-30-2017, 09:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,252
Posted By g300d
Hmm interesting combo the black and gray. ...

Hmm interesting combo the black and gray.

But I do love the truffle brown too!

What color is your exterior?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-30-2017, 08:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,001
Posted By g300d
It's been a while since I looked into this but I...

It's been a while since I looked into this but I do recall the pre-facelifts used Denso's, and the facelifts used Calsonic Kansei as mentioned above.

Denso was a standard compressor while the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2017, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,301
Posted By g300d
Yes ABS module can be one cause. The first...

Yes ABS module can be one cause.

The first time it popped up on the 4.6, it was the steering angle sensor.

It just popped up again, codes point to ABS pump now. Ugh.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2017, 08:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,158
Posted By g300d
Could also be transmission heat exchanger. ...

Could also be transmission heat exchanger. Experienced this myself.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2017, 08:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,425
Posted By g300d
Totally understandable. My eye has been...

Totally understandable. My eye has been wandering for quite a while.

At the shop doing RnR on the exterior, hopefully will rekindle the magic.

Same boat as you in a way, the steering rack is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-01-2017, 07:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,216
Posted By g300d
I've had to remove the door panels a few times...

I've had to remove the door panels a few times for door handle carrier replacements. I've always used those 2-component epoxies and they've held up fine.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-30-2017, 03:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,646
Posted By g300d
I've had that problem on both E53's, and both...

I've had that problem on both E53's, and both times I replaced the upper control arms and that got camber back within spec.

The bushings were intact but had taken a set inward, pulling the top of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-15-2017, 07:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,635
Posted By g300d
I did a rush job on mine when I had my valve...

I did a rush job on mine when I had my valve cover gaskets done.

Did a thorough scrub with dish soap and a scouring pad to get all the old flaking finish off, air dried it, then painted it with...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-09-2017, 11:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,898
Posted By g300d
Welcome to the X5 support group! Sorry to hear...

Welcome to the X5 support group! Sorry to hear that man.

There are ways to gain entry in that particular situation IIRC that have been posted somewhere here, sorry cant recall exactly. Someone...
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