M5James- out of what 7 series did you pull the manifold from?

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Hi Stan,
I was reading about Dinan upgrades when I came across your comments. I have a 2006 X5 4.8is and thinking to install exactly everything you listed except the exhaust. I would like to get your opinion in more detail regarding your upgrade and especially the struts brace.
My plan is to get CAI, throttle body, engine software, and strut brace in one shot. I really appreciate your help.
Thanks a lot,
Kevin

Hey Kevin,

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I got mine from a 97. I believe the last time they we're used before being converted to VANOS was 9/98. The part number is 11611729528, and can be found in anything from 540's to 840's, Z8's and the X5 4.6is as well.

RealOEM.com Part Cross-reference - This should confirm exactly what years are available. If you happen to be shopping and wanna be sure, enter the last 7 of the VIN on this website and make sure it's the same part number that I listed above. While you're at it, go ahead and replace the CCV on the back of the intake manifold. Before I knew much about BMW V8's, I passed up on a perfectly good car because it smoked at startup. Ends up it was just this little valve that needed to be replaced, but it's definately a tight fit when the intake manifold is installed...at least on the 7.

Thanks M5James, Ill be on the lookout for one