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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-22-2020, 08:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,837
Posted By puddinboo
Sounds like air got in the system some how. I...

Sounds like air got in the system some how. I would bleed them again. Are you100% sure there is no leaks?

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-22-2020, 07:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,837
Posted By puddinboo
When was the last time you flushed the brake...

When was the last time you flushed the brake fluid out?

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-21-2020, 06:14 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 12,872
Posted By puddinboo
You would think the battery would be good,not...

You would think the battery would be good,not even 2 yrs old yet. But you never know.

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-21-2020, 06:12 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 12,872
Posted By puddinboo
For our BMWs you would be lucky to get 5 yrs out...

For our BMWs you would be lucky to get 5 yrs out a battery now a days. Especially if you live in the north where it goes down to -45c

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-18-2020, 01:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,222
Posted By puddinboo
Dont wait too long to replace the ccv , you dont...

Dont wait too long to replace the ccv , you dont want to hydro lock your engine by a frozen ccv and all your engine oil gets sucked up onto the top of the pistons. Bending connecting rods.

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-17-2020, 11:07 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,828
Posted By puddinboo
I friend of mine put poly bushings in and they...

I friend of mine put poly bushings in and they are squeaking as hell. Not a fan. I would go with genuine BMW bushing ,Lemforder.

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-13-2020, 09:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,625
Posted By puddinboo
Have you checked the connectors from behind the...

Have you checked the connectors from behind the radio to see if they are burnt at all? Could be a possible loose connection causing an arc and heating up.

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-10-2020, 10:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 628
Posted By puddinboo
As long as you heated up the metal hot enough so...

As long as you heated up the metal hot enough so you dont get a cold solder it should last for a long time.

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-10-2020, 11:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 628
Posted By puddinboo
I'm glad you got it figured out,just came across...

I'm glad you got it figured out,just came across your thread. Maybe got a little hot from getting shorted out and got brittle and broke.

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-05-2020, 08:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,710
Posted By puddinboo
It could be me being extra cautious for sure. As...

It could be me being extra cautious for sure. As of right now I'm using an oil catch can and emptying it out in the winter months about once a month. I have had the catch can on now for over 40000km...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-05-2020, 07:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,710
Posted By puddinboo
1 thing I would add is to replace the ccv and...

1 thing I would add is to replace the ccv and update to the winter set up as they are known to freeze up, mine did, and I had a ton of oil come out the back of the exhaust. They should be replaced...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-04-2020, 07:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,887
Posted By puddinboo
I do now, that sucks and sounds like a head ache....

I do now, that sucks and sounds like a head ache.

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-04-2020, 02:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,887
Posted By puddinboo
With the engine running, what is the voltage at?...

With the engine running, what is the voltage at? You can check with a meter ,without going through INPA.

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-04-2020, 01:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,887
Posted By puddinboo
I would check all the wiring to make sure its not...

I would check all the wiring to make sure its not shorted out or pinched.for the charging circuit.

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-06-2020, 07:25 PM
Replies: 390
Views: 304,729
Posted By puddinboo
The ccv would cause this issue. Do you change the...

The ccv would cause this issue. Do you change the ccv every 2 yrs? Do you live in a cold climate? You can leave the fuel hooked up, I did and no issues.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-06-2020, 07:47 AM
Replies: 390
Views: 304,729
Posted By puddinboo
take the 6th spark plug out, crank the engine...

take the 6th spark plug out, crank the engine with no spark plugs. And let the oil fly out of the cylinders ,the oil will go everywhere ,but you need the oil out of there. Your engine can hydro lock...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-05-2020, 08:40 PM
Replies: 390
Views: 304,729
Posted By puddinboo
Did you take your spark plugs out to check for...

Did you take your spark plugs out to check for oil on them?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-03-2020, 01:59 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,411,564
Posted By puddinboo
Those look sweet and not a bad price if they...

Those look sweet and not a bad price if they work,
To answer your question I dont know, hopefully someone on here will tell ya. Sorry I cant help..
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-18-2020, 03:04 PM
Replies: 1,116
Views: 230,737
Posted By puddinboo
I bought mine about 8 yrs ago with around...

I bought mine about 8 yrs ago with around 190000km, now has around 254000km. 1st year I had it ,the engine hydro locked from the ccv being frozen ( at least it was idling when it happened, seen a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-18-2020, 01:29 PM
Replies: 1,116
Views: 230,737
Posted By puddinboo
I think I would still do it. But I'm no expert on...

I think I would still do it. But I'm no expert on that.
I can see not changing the oil pan gasket, that would be a pain to do on these X5's.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-18-2020, 11:56 AM
Replies: 1,116
Views: 230,737
Posted By puddinboo
It's a good idea to replace the tranny fluid, if...

It's a good idea to replace the tranny fluid, if it hasn't been done. It's not lifetime with that many miles on it. Is your oil housing gasket leaking? Have you replace the ccv on it?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2020, 10:08 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 49,704
Posted By puddinboo
I put about 70000km on my engine with my catch...

I put about 70000km on my engine with my catch can. Not the filter type ,no issues.still running strong .
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-15-2018, 04:27 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 26,825
Posted By puddinboo
I like rmoving the fan .also it only takes 5 min...

I like rmoving the fan .also it only takes 5 min unless you have rusted nut and dont have tje right tools for the job.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-20-2017, 07:39 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 55,652
Posted By puddinboo
How did tjey install the motor?

How did tjey install the motor?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-20-2017, 05:24 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 55,652
Posted By puddinboo
Mine were great been using them for about 3 yrs...

Mine were great been using them for about 3 yrs now. They work between -40c to +30c. Just a FYI
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