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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-14-2023, 10:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,822
Posted By svvg
The rear suspension set-up comprises separate air...

The rear suspension set-up comprises separate air bags and separate shock absorbers on the dual axle self levelling cars. I’m keeping the airbags, and am not considering swapping to springs - as the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-14-2023, 08:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,822
Posted By svvg
Rear shocks - Bilstein vs Sachs?

Getting my moneys worth from the forum this week.

I have a 4.8, with dual axle self levelling air suspension, with 122,000 miles. I’ve rebuilt my air compressor- so a new piston ring, new head,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2023, 01:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,148
Posted By svvg
Ah that’s interesting about them not being load...

Ah that’s interesting about them not being load bearing. They are probably quite strong as they are pressed and hence are part of the subframe, rather than being welded on (I’d think welded on tabs...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2023, 12:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,148
Posted By svvg
I’ve rebushed the subframe as it happens - as the...

I’ve rebushed the subframe as it happens - as the main four bushes had all dropped when I bought the car. I also changed all other bushes and arms and bolts….

Really don’t want to drop the whole...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2023, 12:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,148
Posted By svvg
Not sure the shop I use locally can weld. They...

Not sure the shop I use locally can weld. They have a Hunter alignment machine - and are very good at set up - but specialise in tyres and alignment.

I take track cars to a race focused alignment...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2023, 11:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,148
Posted By svvg
I think welding tabs onto the sub frame is the...

I think welding tabs onto the sub frame is the way to go - I don’t know how to weld, and need to see if I can find someone who would be happy welding without removing the fuel tank….
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2023, 08:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,148
Posted By svvg
Rear camber and toe eccentric washer mounts

Hi - is there any way to repair or circumvent with after market parts the use of the eccentric washer set-up to adjust camber and toe on the rear? The subframe on my car is rusty as hell - and the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2023, 08:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,280
Posted By svvg
I did this on mine a few months ago and am in the...

I did this on mine a few months ago and am in the uk (I have a 4.8 but I think the aux water pump and layout is the same). The ac kept tripping out/blowing the fuse as the aux water pump was drawing...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2023, 07:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,103
Posted By svvg
BMW price is over £1,400 for the pair. This...

BMW price is over £1,400 for the pair. This really is prohibitively expensive in light of the available aftermarket options.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2023, 03:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,103
Posted By svvg
Yep - front left and front right Arnott air...

Yep - front left and front right Arnott air struts.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2023, 07:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,103
Posted By svvg
Bitten the bullet: £700 delivered for the two...

Bitten the bullet: £700 delivered for the two front arnott air struts. Should make install very quick and my oe shocks must be a bit tired by now. Will report back!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2023, 01:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,103
Posted By svvg
No probs - but I’m not sure how interchangeable a...

No probs - but I’m not sure how interchangeable a standalone shock is. I think they are slightly different for the airbags to sit on?? Bmw only supply the entire strut assembly, obviously…
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2023, 01:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,103
Posted By svvg
https://arnottinfo.com/manuals/A-2861.pdf

https://arnottinfo.com/manuals/A-2861.pdf
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2023, 01:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,103
Posted By svvg
Yep they do. The airbag bolts on to the top of...

Yep they do. The airbag bolts on to the top of the damper. I’ll attach a link to the instructions which show it a bit more clearly….
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2023, 12:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,103
Posted By svvg
This was half on my mind. Does anyone have any...

This was half on my mind. Does anyone have any experience of the ride on the new arnott complete strut units? Will it be worse or the same as oem? They used to do remanufactured units but these...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2023, 10:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,103
Posted By svvg
Many thanks. Just had another look and started...

Many thanks. Just had another look and started the car and tried to raise it to the highest setting. Car lifted and air gushed out of the passenger front bag - bloody great bit hole/tear in it.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2023, 05:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,103
Posted By svvg
Which route for front airbag/shock replacement?

Hi All,

I have a 2004 4.8 X5 with 2 axle self levelling air suspension. Done about 125,000 miles. This morning the front of the car had sagged, with the arches resting pretty much on the wheels....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-08-2022, 12:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 667
Posted By svvg
Mmm. I kind of want it to work ”the way it...

Mmm. I kind of want it to work ”the way it should” - but I hear what you’re saying. I have a piston rebuild kit and will see if I need a cylinder kit too. Then I guess I’m looking at control units…....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-29-2022, 03:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 667
Posted By svvg
Yeah. Will do. I don’t think you can get the...

Yeah. Will do. I don’t think you can get the cylinders any more (just the piston ring seal kit)?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-28-2022, 01:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 667
Posted By svvg
That’s pretty cheap and worth the bet… will...

That’s pretty cheap and worth the bet… will rebuild the compressor again as the kit’s only £25 (and ordered) and see. Thank you for responses!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-28-2022, 12:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 667
Posted By svvg
Ah thanks - And ah sh*t! They’re £700 or so here...

Ah thanks - And ah sh*t! They’re £700 or so here I think…. And that might be for used units. Will see if the rebuild kit does anything for me - and then if I can source a used/repairer in the uk…
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-27-2022, 02:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 667
Posted By svvg
Self levelling issue….(!)

Hi - I’ve got a strange issue which I think I know the answer to, but interested in others thoughts please.

I have a 2004 4.8 X5, with dual axle air springs. I rebuilt the pump with a “bagpiping...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-20-2022, 05:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,573
Posted By svvg
Slight thread revival. I’m having a similar issue...

Slight thread revival. I’m having a similar issue - after it rains a lot and gets cold…. Had put it down to a weak battery. But the battery is fine (I bought a brand new replacement, cleared the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2022, 04:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 761
Posted By svvg
E53 N62 4.8 - cut out - “oxygen sensors disconnected”?

Hi all - bit of a strange one - my X5 cut out a few minutes after driving. Loss of power and judder - felt like gearbox was failing - and then it stalled. I switched it off and it fired straight back...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-01-2021, 08:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,272
Posted By svvg
That’ll be me then. Thank you!

That’ll be me then. Thank you!
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