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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-04-2014, 09:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,995
Posted By bjo
The meyle tension strut bushings are pretty good....

The meyle tension strut bushings are pretty good. However, I have had issues with their tie rods and don't really trust their ball joints. I would go with Lemfoerder or Febi/Bilstein.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-25-2014, 05:52 PM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 274,360
Posted By bjo
130k. It drives better now after I have changed...

130k. It drives better now after I have changed both front wheel bearings and the all the bushings/ball joints in the front end.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-17-2014, 01:15 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 22,086
Posted By bjo
I used to use the AC Hydraulics DK20, now I use...

I used to use the AC Hydraulics DK20, now I use Maxjax.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-17-2014, 01:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,320
Posted By bjo
I've rented an auto transport from UHaul plenty...

I've rented an auto transport from UHaul plenty of times to tow my e36m3 or e46m3 track cars. I've never had any issues and this is with the x5 3.0L.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-17-2014, 01:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,503
Posted By bjo
I dipped my wheels charcoal grey last year....

I dipped my wheels charcoal grey last year. Looked great for close to 6 months but then started to look dull and weathered since I did not use the clearcoat. I peeled it off (what a PITA since it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-10-2014, 04:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,478
Posted By bjo
I am using bosch quietcast pads and they work...

I am using bosch quietcast pads and they work very well. Close to OE level of braking and a little less dust. Price is reasonable too.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-09-2014, 09:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,478
Posted By bjo
i picked up some Meyle rotors from BMAPARTS.com a...

i picked up some Meyle rotors from BMAPARTS.com a few weeks ago. They are actually pretty nice with an anticorrosion coating on them. I'd buy them again.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-30-2014, 04:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,797
Posted By bjo
my 2003 X5 3.0L tows my e36m3 or e46m3 track car...

my 2003 X5 3.0L tows my e36m3 or e46m3 track car fairly well and that is using the heavy uhaul trailer. The furthest I've towed was a 400mile round trip though.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-21-2014, 12:23 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 39,735
Posted By bjo
if anyone is interested i have some OE BMW clear...

if anyone is interested i have some OE BMW clear taillights for sale.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-15-2014, 12:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,780
Posted By bjo
I installed one on my aftermarket Pioneer DVD...

I installed one on my aftermarket Pioneer DVD radio. However, mine is a plate mount cam. Looks out of place but better than backing over something or one of my kids.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-12-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,086
Posted By bjo
Should be fine. I've used pennzoil synth, castrol...

Should be fine. I've used pennzoil synth, castrol synth, and now rotella 5w40 for years and almost 100k without issues.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-02-2013, 02:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,648
Posted By bjo
I've towed my e36m3 track car on a uhaul trailer...

I've towed my e36m3 track car on a uhaul trailer with my X5 3.0L. I estimate the wieght to be around 5300lbs. It tows well and I can go 70-75 and get @ 15mpg. I only tow @ 200mi round trip to the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-05-2012, 01:23 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 26,785
Posted By bjo
Man, I wish I waited to do my subframe. I bought...

Man, I wish I waited to do my subframe. I bought this tool in early Sept and did my subframe in October.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-24-2010, 11:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,062
Posted By bjo
I installed one awhile back. it is ok for bike...

I installed one awhile back. it is ok for bike racks and other attachements. maybe some light towing, but it is not as good as the oem bmw hitch. i bought one when i started towing my track car with...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-28-2009, 05:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,139
Posted By bjo
thermostat, belt tensioners, coolant reservoir,...

thermostat, belt tensioners, coolant reservoir, and the idler pulley. BMW plastic does not age well.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-28-2009, 05:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,627
Posted By bjo
[QUOTE=Hit Redline;652958]12 MPG not towing...

[QUOTE=Hit Redline;652958]12 MPG not towing anything. 80-90 mph, 4.6.

Your set looks sweet. Silver X5 with Silver M3 in tow. But the uhaul trailer is not so sweet looking.

Any track vids or...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-23-2009, 12:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,627
Posted By bjo
Thanks for all the towing infor and help

I just wanted to thank all the guys who helped me out with my towing questions. The 3.0L did a pretty good job towing 180 miles today and averaged 15.5 MPG towing @ 5200lbs of car and trailer. It was...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-21-2009, 02:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 915
Posted By bjo
Ah good idea on the Velcro. Thanks!

Ah good idea on the Velcro. Thanks!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-21-2009, 12:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 915
Posted By bjo
towing checklist?

I dunno if this should be a sticky, but what are some things that you need before you tow? I am picking up my uhaul trailer tomorrow to tow my M3 on Sat. morning and I want to make sure I am not...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-20-2009, 04:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,427
Posted By bjo
welcome, I have seen you post on bimmerforums as...

welcome, I have seen you post on bimmerforums as well in the track section...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-19-2009, 10:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,650
Posted By bjo
I had axxis deluxe for 30k, they area clean,...

I had axxis deluxe for 30k, they area clean, quiet pad, but they do not have the cold bite of the factory pads. I went back to the dusty factory ones and like them better.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-17-2009, 01:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 15,415
Posted By bjo
man, I tried to take out the balljoints using a...

man, I tried to take out the balljoints using a cheapo slide hammer and I stripped the threads attached to the pitman arm puller. The joints were stuck on there pretty good.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-14-2009, 05:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 15,415
Posted By bjo
flyingmachine, thanks for the tip. I think I need...

flyingmachine, thanks for the tip. I think I need to make a trip to harborfreight this weekend :)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-13-2009, 03:46 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 22,642
Posted By bjo
on my wife's 2006 X3 I changed the fluid with...

on my wife's 2006 X3 I changed the fluid with Castrol DexVI. It has the same GM transmission part number as my 2003 X5.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-12-2009, 11:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 15,415
Posted By bjo
weasel, what is the best way to remove the ball...

weasel, what is the best way to remove the ball joint? go in from the top and air hammer it out? or try to pry out the ears of the ball joint where the torx bolts mount to?
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