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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2017, 09:50 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,002
Posted By TiAgX5
The trick for installing 1 piece poly bushings? ...

The trick for installing 1 piece poly bushings?

Use a 1/2 x 13 threaded rod/nuts/large washers to "pull" the bushing into the bore (with silicone spray).

Pushing them in is like trying to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2017, 09:23 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
It's the 5 ton unit. Needed EVERY bit of...

It's the 5 ton unit.

Needed EVERY bit of it to remove the OE bushings.

Those considering a purchase should go with the 7 ton puller (around $20 more then the 5 ton).
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2017, 01:15 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
It's a pulley puller from Harbor Freight, around...

It's a pulley puller from Harbor Freight, around $70.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-24-2017, 11:15 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
Those Powerflex CA bushings can be done without...

Those Powerflex CA bushings can be done without removing the arms, or using a press......
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-23-2017, 09:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,071
Posted By TiAgX5
From what I have come to understand, cavitation...

From what I have come to understand, cavitation due to low coolant level/overheated coolant is the primary issue in pump impeller failures.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2017, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 934
Posted By TiAgX5
Found my tubing, fittings & cutter/deburr tools,...

Found my tubing, fittings & cutter/deburr tools, unable to find my tubing bender.

Deburred before assembly.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2017, 08:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 934
Posted By TiAgX5
That hose gets brittle really quickly, fixed mine...

That hose gets brittle really quickly, fixed mine years ago.......
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-27-2017, 12:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,687
Posted By TiAgX5
A big influence on value will be underside...

A big influence on value will be underside condition. All wheel drive SUVs are the "go-to" vehicle when roads are treated for ice-snow. Almost 15 yrs of this can reduce value.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-22-2017, 12:36 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 13,799
Posted By TiAgX5
I've driven my E53 down to the point of lean...

I've driven my E53 down to the point of lean misfire several times, just over 20 miles after the DTE displays "0".

I'm still on the OE pump (over 200k miles), even running the DTE below 10...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-15-2017, 02:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,381
Posted By TiAgX5
I would bet that most vehicles over 10 yrs old,...

I would bet that most vehicles over 10 yrs old, that have not seen regular lube maintenance (ALL body/accessory friction points, lubed every spring/fall), will need new wiper links & shaft bushings...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-15-2017, 12:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,381
Posted By TiAgX5
I've come to find that even with clean glass &...

I've come to find that even with clean glass & blades, dry rubber pivots & arm link posts/bushing will cause a "stick/slip" movement. This jittery movement transfers up the wiper arms, causing blade...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-15-2017, 01:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,381
Posted By TiAgX5
Lube all the pivot/friction points on the wiper...

Lube all the pivot/friction points on the wiper links (plastic cover below windshield needs to be removed). Also lube the rubber discs that the shafts rotate in. Lithium grease spray should do the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-12-2017, 10:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,169
Posted By TiAgX5
If an E53 has seen a few k miles with bad...

If an E53 has seen a few k miles with bad motor/TC mounts, fixing those items will sometimes still leave a drivetrain vibration at certain RPM/loads unresolved. That vibration will usually be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-12-2017, 11:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,169
Posted By TiAgX5
I think you mean transfer case cross-member...

I think you mean transfer case cross-member mounts, no trans mounts on the E53. :thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-12-2017, 12:05 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
FINALLY broke down and pulled out the OE wheels...

FINALLY broke down and pulled out the OE wheels (4 yrs under the garage workbench).

Fitted a set of 255 55 18 ContiCrossContact LX Sports (all-season tires). Seeing Porsche is fitting these as OE...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2017, 12:11 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 65,793
Posted By TiAgX5
+1 It's also the early design aftermarket...

+1

It's also the early design aftermarket unit, the one that flexes/tears the sheet metal around the mounting area.

The later design has a support bar that goes forward (underneath the battery...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-01-2017, 02:37 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 30,789
Posted By TiAgX5
So true crystalworks. I bought NOTHING...

So true crystalworks.

I bought NOTHING but 3 pedal vehicles over the past 30 years, one test drive of a V8 E53 had me hooked, even without the manual trans.

50% more torque (vs the M54)...
Forum: The Lounge 01-01-2017, 02:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,304
Posted By TiAgX5
I just call one of my friends with a pickup. ...

I just call one of my friends with a pickup.

Or this guy....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-30-2016, 11:35 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 30,789
Posted By TiAgX5
The OP (theblue) dropped off Xoutpost around 3.5...

The OP (theblue) dropped off Xoutpost around 3.5 yrs ago.

I guess he finally realized there was no end to the issues.

The sad result of this "cheapest X5 ever" abused/neglected vehicle...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-29-2016, 02:26 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
You might not need to replace the hose. I...

You might not need to replace the hose.

I fixed the leak issue by removing the factory clamps, cutting the clamp deformed hose ends and installing aircraft spec worm groove clamps.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-29-2016, 01:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,222
Posted By TiAgX5
In a word, volume. The molds/tooling...

In a word, volume.

The molds/tooling packages to produce these light can cost over a million dollars PER LIGHT ASS'Y (if built correctly, a MUST if final product is going to be a quality item)....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-29-2016, 12:46 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
The same thing crossed my mind when I read your...

The same thing crossed my mind when I read your post.

Mine came out of Sanford FL, one owner, garage kept. The PO has several BMWs, this was his wife's vehicle.

Knew him from the BMW club track...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-29-2016, 12:39 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,134
Posted By TiAgX5
Looks good RB. My sister has a Passat...

Looks good RB.

My sister has a Passat wagon that VW is buying back also.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-29-2016, 12:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,222
Posted By TiAgX5
Wow.

Wow.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2016, 01:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,102
Posted By TiAgX5
The Genuine BMW gasket set is made of DuPont...

The Genuine BMW gasket set is made of DuPont Viton.

The non-Viton gaskets only last around 2 or 3 yrs, Viton VCGs will last a decade.
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