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BigLion 01-28-2012 04:05 PM

I get the feeling I should have done those power steering fluid pipes a long time ago - the steering is so much lighter for parking and more responsive at speed, I even let a couple of PSI out the tyres cos it felt a bit light - no rumble from the engine bay any more - can't wait to get a good run out! Headlamp covers will have ato wait for now

Bulk 01-28-2012 05:29 PM

Installed E90 10W LED bulbs into E53 5w LED fitting (Both bought off ebay) then hardwired it to the ECU key position 2 wire through a fused Relay so that they become Driving lights and put resistors between the parking light wires so that I don't get the "Check park lights" message anymore.

Ahh the serenity

we350z 01-28-2012 08:12 PM

- Oil Change: Royal Purple SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic (Yes it's really purple oil!) w/new K&N filter.
- Removed bra and cleaned hood area underneath, removed tree sap with rubbing alcohol.
- Replaced original hood roundel with a black and white roundel from eBay.
- Replaced rear bumper passenger corner PDC surround bezel.
- Replaced 3 weather stripping clips on rear hatch.

TO DO:

- Check ATF & power steering fluid levels & top off.
- Replace dying Bosch 49 series battery with Braille Endurance AGM Battery (B10049).
- Replace stock white tail lights with Sonar (Philips Lumiled's w/built in capacitors) LED light tube versions.
- Replace black plastic fastener clip for rear passenger door panel.
- Rewire subwoofer amp and bluetooth unit ground wires to tire puller handle ground point.
- Run wired AUX input from rear driver storage area to center console.
- Get vehicle inspected at local indy shop. Especially oil separator hoses, valley pan gasket, alternator and transmission.
- Refinish (wet sand and polish) headlight covers, then apply light smoke vinyl protection, install new hood gaskets.
- Install capacitors for LED turn signals up front to stop ECU warning messages.
- Replace burned out driver side fog light (perhaps do HID upgrade).
- Replace/inspect rear license plate light (upgrade to LED).
- Replace stock Harmon Kardon amp with a better 4-channel amp.
- Order and install Powerstop cross-drilled/slotted rotors & pads.
- Get my AFS Style 87 rims power coated T028-GR02 Steel Gray Pearlescent 80% Gloss.

PropellerHead 01-28-2012 10:24 PM

Finally removed the TCU/SOS and installed the ULF Bluetooth! :thumbup: I had a buddy at the dealer run through the programming. All that was needed was the new ULF and the pairing button for the center console. The mic, antenna, bracket, and antenna cable were in my kit from getbmwparts.com, but I didn't need them.

I have wanted this feature since before I even got my first 2004 X5 7 years ago! So cool!

SlickGT1 01-28-2012 10:52 PM

Put in led SMD licence bulbs off eBay. So damn bright, and modern looking. Price is good too.

Tymatk 01-28-2012 11:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bulk (Post 863500)
Installed E90 10W LED bulbs into E53 5w LED fitting (Both bought off ebay) then hardwired it to the ECU key position 2 wire through a fused Relay so that they become Driving lights and put resistors between the parking light wires so that I don't get the "Check park lights" message anymore.

Ahh the serenity

Pic n how?

Clockwork 01-29-2012 01:12 AM

got the engine tuned and got another 28 ft-lb and 35 hp and also engaged the halogen high beams with the bi-xenons and also had the xenon fogs activated along with fogs. Amber delete a week ago too :)

Bulk 01-29-2012 02:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tymatk (Post 863539)
Pic n how?

That's just the Angels on
http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/IMG_4656.jpg

Bought these e53 bulbs and these e90 bulbs off ebay and placed everything from the e90 bulb into the e53 black plastic cradle so that it plugs straight in.

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/d9efaafc.jpg

I used 400ohm power resistors and just cut the plug off the old park light socket and soldered the resistor in between, one for each side. (The white thing)

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/b947572b.jpg

I wired in the relay to activate from a red/white wire in the ecu box and took the positive straight off the back off the booster terminal

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/74b436be.jpg

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/9dce40be.jpg

Would do a writeup but just wanted to get it done and forgot to take photos during sorry.

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/3c6b14eb.jpg

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/899d576d.jpg

PropellerHead 01-29-2012 07:52 PM

Oil change of 9.5qts of Castrol European formula 0w/30. Then gave it a wash to knock off some of the dust from sitting at the airport the last two weeks.

After changing the oil with Castrol last year at 13K miles and this year at 21K miles, the oil looked UNBELIEVABLE! It was cleaner in appearance than the BMW/Castrol brand 10x30 that I've changed at 5K miles for the past 10 years on my Bimmers. I was nervous bc I like to change the BMW brand at 5K, but I'd heard that the European formula Castrol would impress. It did! I am considering going 10K on this oil change. Even the FILTER was ultra clean!

Next up is some stainless steel brake lines and a fluid flush, preventative coolant flush and suspect parts, preventative belts and hoses, too. Oh yes. And the transmission, transfer case, and diff fluids. Won't be cheap, but it's cheaper than being stranded!

nebilex 01-29-2012 09:57 PM

Added brake fluid which took care of the red "brake" sign and the yellow triangle with exclamation light which is great but I think that may have built more pressure in the system and discovered brae fluid leak. Got rear brake pads fixed and so only Light left on the dash is the airbag light. Got driver door carrier, can finally open the car from the driver side. I guess one thing is scratched of the list to fix, and few more to go.

Tymatk 01-29-2012 11:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bulk (Post 863561)
That's just the Angels on
http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/IMG_4656.jpg

Bought these e53 bulbs and these e90 bulbs off ebay and placed everything from the e90 bulb into the e53 black plastic cradle so that it plugs straight in.

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/d9efaafc.jpg

I used 400ohm power resistors and just cut the plug off the old park light socket and soldered the resistor in between, one for each side. (The white thing)

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/b947572b.jpg

I wired in the relay to activate from a red/white wire in the ecu box and took the positive straight off the back off the booster terminal

Ah i see, i don't have AEs :(.

SlickGT1 01-30-2012 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bulk (Post 863561)
That's just the Angels on
http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/IMG_4656.jpg

Bought these e53 bulbs and these e90 bulbs off ebay and placed everything from the e90 bulb into the e53 black plastic cradle so that it plugs straight in.

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/d9efaafc.jpg

I used 400ohm power resistors and just cut the plug off the old park light socket and soldered the resistor in between, one for each side. (The white thing)

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/b947572b.jpg

I wired in the relay to activate from a red/white wire in the ecu box and took the positive straight off the back off the booster terminal

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/74b436be.jpg

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/9dce40be.jpg

Would do a writeup but just wanted to get it done and forgot to take photos during sorry.

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/3c6b14eb.jpg

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/a...f/899d576d.jpg

Bulk that is very nice. Is this doable if I just want to upgrade my AE bulbs. Do I still have to do the resistor thing. I mean, can I buy the two sets, transfer the guts, and then just plug in? Thanks in advance.

Turbo_Bimmer 01-30-2012 01:31 PM

I installed Powerflex rear subframe bushings.
I didn't have the removal tool, so I used a Sawzall and a zip gun to destroy the busings.
Installation is done by hand, no tool needed for insertion.
Now I can have the X aligned and put a new set of rear tires.

SlickGT1 01-30-2012 01:45 PM

where do you guys get the powerflex bushings? How many miles and what was the condition of yours? Curious if it's a worth while buy.

Turbo_Bimmer 01-30-2012 02:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SlickGT1 (Post 863779)
where do you guys get the powerflex bushings? How many miles and what was the condition of yours? Curious if it's a worth while buy.

I ordered mine from a local performance shop. The price was the same as if I had ordered them from UK, so less trouble.

I changed them without knowing if the OE rubber ones were shot or not. I had 2 'worn to the steel belts' 315s, and didn't want to take a chance with a new set. My rear arms+ball joints had no play. So I changed them anyways.
I had 86000km (53000mi), and the OE busings were still good. Well, at least I know that the urethane ones will last for ever...

SlickGT1 01-30-2012 03:02 PM

Thanks Turbo.

Yea my rear seems tight, but while I am on the upgrade mode, I figured might order them. Not yet though.

sapphireX5 01-30-2012 09:04 PM

I replaced my side marker lights. Amazing the difference from old to new on such a small bit.

The old had become cracked and started holding moisture.

Phr3d 02-03-2012 02:40 PM

tried four different 'laser-wash' houses (different owners, detergent and systems) to see if ANYONE could could get the crud off of the top of the tail window under the spoiler.

uhhh.. no.

searched the site, but .. :bustingup

Blade69 02-03-2012 02:55 PM

Installed new headlight bulbs and white AEs. Not as bright as I wanted them, but better than stock. Now if I can figure out what to do about the boring signals.

SarTech 02-03-2012 02:59 PM

I replaced the read subframe bushings on our new to me 2002 X5. It has 130K miles on it and the bushings were completely worn out. Knew that when I bought it.
Made my own puller, that didn't work very well.
I also realized that I was not going to get the new ones in with out the correct tool. Purchased the removal/install tool from Koch Tools. The tool worked as it should.
Test drove the car last night. What a enormous improvement, liking the car even more.

740ilDuke 02-03-2012 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SarTech (Post 864661)
I replaced the read subframe bushings on our new to me 2002 X5. It has 130K miles on it and the bushings were completely worn out. Knew that when I bought it.
Made my own puller, that didn't work very well.
I also realized that I was not going to get the new ones in with out the correct tool. Purchased the removal/install tool from Koch Tools. The tool worked as it should.
Test drove the car last night. What a enormous improvement, liking the car even more.

What's the tattle tale sign they are gone? I've seen a great write up on how
to do it. First off, I've got to get timing chain guides done. LOL.

StartX5 02-03-2012 03:17 PM

Transmission fluid, filter and pan gasket changed. Replace gasket and output shaft seals for both transmission drive extension and transfercase. 7-8 hours job.

StartX5 02-03-2012 03:19 PM

Tymatk, AE lights: why do you need resistor for 10w LED? Are they flickering?

PropellerHead 02-03-2012 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phr3d (Post 864656)
tried four different 'laser-wash' houses (different owners, detergent and systems) to see if ANYONE could could get the crud off of the top of the tail window under the spoiler.

Is it crud on the glass? I use this stuff on all my cars glass.

http://www.my02.com/images/windscree...spolishcan.jpg

Use with a rotary polisher:

http://www.my02.com/images/windscreen06/glaspolish.jpg

Phr3d 02-03-2012 04:57 PM

nah, it was a feeble attempt at a joke, when the weather hits it's pretty hard to do proper cleaning, and my 'finding' was that laser/touchless wash houses could not clean 'under' the Xer's roof spoiler, leaving a Real pretty stripe of nastiness, top of tail window, on an otherwise (thanx to maguire's) shiny X.

PropellerHead 02-03-2012 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phr3d (Post 864694)
nah, it was a feeble attempt at a joke, when the weather hits it's pretty hard to do proper cleaning, and my 'finding' was that laser/touchless wash houses could not clean 'under' the Xer's roof spoiler, leaving a Real pretty stripe of nastiness, top of tail window, on an otherwise (thanx to maguire's) shiny X.

Doh! :doh:

SarTech 02-03-2012 10:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 740ilDuke (Post 864665)
What's the tattle tale sign they are gone? I've seen a great write up on how
to do it. First off, I've got to get timing chain guides done. LOL.

740iDuke,
What indicated to me that the bushing were worn was when accelerated from a stop you could feel/here a clunk in the rear end, when you shifted you would also feel/here the clunk. My X5 in a manual, I think it would be more pronounced in a manual car. The more aggressive the acceleration the more louder the clunk. Looking at the bushing on the car they did not look worn. Once I lowered the subframe it was obvious, each of them were in two pieces.
Pat.

TriX5 02-04-2012 04:27 PM

Oil change on the 4.4i and found the mystery coolant leak. When I replaced the V-pan gasket it looks like I didn't snug up the hose to the rear coolant manifold enough.

Then a wash for both Xs! :-)

Tomorrow going to have to clean out the inside as the kids keep creating quite the mess in there.....

weekend camper 02-10-2012 03:12 PM

New rear wiper, new rear bushings this week.

Ordered the Bentley manual from amazon.com with enough savings for a gas tank top up over the amazon.ca pricing. http://www.xoutpost.com/images/smilies/wow.gif

julezw 02-10-2012 04:59 PM

Diffs fluid change, T-Case fluid change, New A-Eyes globe, Some new temp switches, New water-pump and replaced the pulley which was damaged.

Got AC fixed finally - was re-gassed - indy said it was filled with air??!!

I had taken it to dealer a while back and they performed some deodorising of my AC with out asking me, then when I got it back AC didn't work....I argued and argued and they wouldn't fess up, even though they practically robbed me! Indy said it was lucky the system didn't blow as it was under a lot of pressure.
Last time I go a stealer!! Big waste of time & money :rolleyes:

nigwhyrito 02-10-2012 10:29 PM

Went to stealer and they did inspection 2 Even though Im at 68,000
found out
OC3 sensor mat is bad. - under warranty
piece missinh in weather stripping next to spoiler - $165.00
stuck thermostat - under warrnaty
total price with labor $928.00

ecproductions143 02-11-2012 12:02 AM

I put in a camshaft position sensor(exhaust side had p0369 on my obd reader, sway bar arm link (passenger side) very clunkie hollow bottom of the bucket sound. Kinda hard to explain. New water pump and soe fresh coolant.

MINIz guy 02-19-2012 10:14 PM

We out for a nice cruise with the E46forums/bf.c community. Makes me appreciate the X5 how stable BMW's are when driving at highway speeds even with winter tires. I also didn't need to turn up the volume of my music once from driving on local roads to driving on the highway; road noise doubles on the Impreza so I'm bringing it back into service as I think that is unacceptable.

I am patiently waiting till I can get back into a BMW. At least I get the X5 for a few days when the Impreza is in service.

indianapolisX5 02-24-2012 10:02 AM

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did this

Attachment 53530

for the third time in five weeks. getting old.
think it's done more miles on a flatbed than it has on its own recently

TiAgX5 02-24-2012 11:47 AM

Whats failed 3 times in 5 weeks?

Phr3d 02-24-2012 06:41 PM

As I'm now pretty confident of the conclusion, bought a new OE, not oem, battery, installed at stealer.

Cause of replacement:
Turned on HID fogs, but double-hit the switch, int lights came on, four way flashers blinking. Hit 4-way switch, then open close door to kill int lights. Hit fogs again, all seems well.

Next day (12 hours) battery totally dead. Stealer says prob with my DEPO AE's, surprise.

Install OE battery, no AE's 2 days, all is well.

Re-attached AE's last five days. all is well.

As stated many times here, wonky electronics? start with the battery. And feel free to verbally bash me, but if you can afford it? get the BMW OE stupidly expensive battery (replaced < 2 year old highly recommended Optoma).
</podium>

Also, wife was giggly about how well the X performed in our goose-poop snowstorm last night. Apparently cars were sliding everywhere, she was 'on rails'. Nice.

EDIT: Stealer said battery tested Fine, told 'em to replace anyway (winter, been dead, going for ultimate safety)

SlickGT1 02-24-2012 07:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phr3d (Post 867619)
As I'm now pretty confident of the conclusion, bought a new OE, not oem, battery, installed at stealer.

Cause of replacement:
Turned on HID fogs, but double-hit the switch, int lights came on, four way flashers blinking. Hit 4-way switch, then open close door to kill int lights. Hit fogs again, all seems well.

Next day (12 hours) battery totally dead. Stealer says prob with my DEPO AE's, surprise.

Install OE battery, no AE's 2 days, all is well.

Re-attached AE's last five days. all is well.

As stated many times here, wonky electronics? start with the battery. And feel free to verbally bash me, but if you can afford it? get the BMW OE stupidly expensive battery (replaced < 2 year old highly recommended Optoma).
</podium>

Also, wife was giggly about how well the X performed in our goose-poop snowstorm last night. Apparently cars were sliding everywhere, she was 'on rails'. Nice.

Props for the well functioning X.

Short story. Optima Red Top. Din't last for anything in my last car. Lasted 2 years, replaced under warranty. Lasted another 1.5 years. Died. Factory battery, is still in that car when I sold it, 4 years, and going. Just food for thought.

nezarnuaimat 02-25-2012 04:51 AM

Removed the back licence plate light covers, were almost full covered by oily dirt. I washed these plastic covers with a sponge and some dishes detergent. I firmly wiped the light bulbs with a wet cloth. Let dry, reinstall. it's fine & shiny.
did the same for side turn-signal light. Tried this for fog lights, but couldn't remove the glass cover from light assy. Just cleaned outside face of lens.

Found the steering fluid below min, filled with ATF fluid, sucked all fluid away, then refill again. Close cap, switch truck on, turn right to the max, left max (to get rid of air), checked fluid level again, add some just below "max" level. it's fine.

Had rpm fluctuating during cold start, added injector cleaner to a full fuel tank. Still fluctuates, checked, found coolant water below min level. Will replenish soon (hopefully it's the only reason behind this)

SlickGT1 02-25-2012 12:34 PM

Pumped out old brown pentosil from power steering, poured in some fresh green sauce. Will repeat in a couple of days. Can't believe it was so brown. And no, not aft in there.

indianapolisX5 02-25-2012 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by TiAgX5 (Post 867557)
Whats failed 3 times in 5 weeks?

1. frozen oil separator
2. failed power steering pump (on my way to Chicago - 100 mile tow back to dealer). local "mechanics" in podunk Indiana had no clue what was causing the loud howling. they offered to remove "that there plastic" and have a look - I politely declined. lucky we had an awesome friend come up from Indy to get us.
3. no idea yet - back at dealer for diagnosis. started, ran badly for 20sec then died. multiple warning lights, Trans Failsafe on dash, discouraging noises under hood. hour late to work. my neighbors probably thought I was getting repo'd. how embarrassing
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108,000 miles

4.8is mike 02-26-2012 12:43 AM

After my insurance company totaled myX http://img.tapatalk.com/a6898844-9177-4367.jpg and after a wonderful time with my X5 4.8is it's time to move on to try something else
So I went with the benz
Here's some pictures
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6898844-92dc-1c72.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/a6898844-92ef-d4d7.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/a6898844-9303-fd1e.jpg
its white 2010 E550 4matic
I hope I like it as much I loved my 4.8isa

SlickGT1 02-26-2012 10:43 AM

Awsome car. Insurance totaled my e63, which my shop bought back, fixed, and now selling as salvage. You will like the car. I personally had no issues with the AMG.

2004_BMWX5_4.4i 02-26-2012 01:12 PM

Three and a half weeks ago the engine started making chattering noises. I scheduled an appointment with my mechanic. I was worried that it was getting to the end of it's life. Only 176K miles on it. Then two weeks ago the coolant pump leak about a pint of fluid on the ground.

That's when the belt or something else started squeeling which got much worse over the next week. Finally it looks like a gallon or more fluide leaked out. The squeeling was very loud. I drove it up to the mechanic (42 miles away). It never overheated or ran any differentely.

After the repairs the mechanic said he was surprised I made it there.

New coolant pump and installation $815.00

delviacv2 02-26-2012 02:09 PM

friday, I dropped the x5 at the stealer it has cold starting issue, and a multiple cylinder missfire code :-(

4.8is mike 02-26-2012 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SlickGT1 (Post 867789)
Awsome car. Insurance totaled my e63, which my shop bought back, fixed, and now selling as salvage. You will like the car. I personally had no issues with the AMG.

They asked me to buy my x back for 6100$$ but I don't want to go through the hassle

z168 02-27-2012 07:02 PM

Im so happy I found a single rear wheel in like new condition. This was exactly what I needed to replace my curbed rear. 19x10 woot!

binonexus 02-28-2012 02:51 AM

Well 2 weeks ago I plastidipped the style 57's

Presidents day weekend got rear ended on the way to vegas by a Ford Raptor, the owner of the Raptor got out and was amazed how little damage ours had and how dominated her brand new truck was.. x5 is at the body shop and will be getting it back friday..

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-M...8/IMG_0949.JPG

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-w...sizeImage.jpeg

Right before the trip I also replaced the thermostat and applied disc brake quiet and sbs on the brakes..

Also pictured in the body shop pic are the new Yokohama YK580's.. I haven't had much time to try them out just got them Saturday but I my first impressions are very good, Handling feels WAY better than the old Goodyear Integrity's from before Tires are also very silent

1stE53 02-29-2012 01:33 PM

Exercised her. 800 mile round trip to NE and back.

nebilex 02-29-2012 07:49 PM

Discovered why I am not getting a Low coolant light even when the expansion tank is almost empty..... Turns out the coolant level sensor wire is completely missing. The sensor is there but looks like it is being used as a plug. Discovered this when I was trying to see where the coolant was leaking for.... Now if I can't find the wire to connect, I am not sure what to do... I have a new expansion tank on the way and planning to change this week.

Ricky Bobby 03-01-2012 09:49 AM

Those new YK580s up above I was looking at, let me know some further impressions after driving! Price wise they look hard to beat!

binonexus 03-01-2012 01:01 PM

I was only able to test them out saturday and sunday and dropped it off to the body shop on monday but judging by first impressions they are GREAT, very aggressive and solid on turns and extremely quiet, no serious snow in utah right now so I can't speak to that. I'll post back with longevity reviews, tires came with a 60,000 mile warranty I paid 800$ for the set out-the-door

SF2000x5 03-01-2012 03:33 PM

drove it very slow..gas is damn near $5/g

nezarnuaimat 03-01-2012 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SF2000x5 (Post 868456)
drove it very slow..gas is damn near $5/g

Never thought about this, here in Saudi Arabia I top it up with $12 :D

Ricky Bobby 03-01-2012 04:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by binonexus (Post 868440)
I was only able to test them out saturday and sunday and dropped it off to the body shop on monday but judging by first impressions they are GREAT, very aggressive and solid on turns and extremely quiet, no serious snow in utah right now so I can't speak to that. I'll post back with longevity reviews, tires came with a 60,000 mile warranty I paid 800$ for the set out-the-door


Love it, I may go with them. These friggin Michelins are so GOD DAMN LOUD i cant stand it, and they are ready for replacement

binonexus 03-02-2012 11:45 AM

Got a chance to drive the X on about an inch of ice (took about 15 minutes just to scrape the ice off the car) at local and highway speeds.. The YK580's performed phenomenally I am in love and w/ a 60k warranty I have no worries about shredding them. I got mine from discount tire and they have always been good to me with warranties (replaced bubbled ventus tires for new pirellis on my e46 even though it was my fault they bubbled)

Just got my car back from the body shop yesterday, New bumper and repainted back end, unfortunately the body shop didn't realize I had aftermarket tail lights (neither did I) so I'm waiting for the light on the tail gate to be delivered to be 100% completed. I was thinking about new headlights because mine were hazey but the body shop gave a free polishing and now they look GREAT.

Ricky Bobby 03-02-2012 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by binonexus (Post 868573)
Got a chance to drive the X on about an inch of ice (took about 15 minutes just to scrape the ice off the car) at local and highway speeds.. The YK580's performed phenomenally I am in love and w/ a 60k warranty I have no worries about shredding them. I got mine from discount tire and they have always been good to me with warranties (replaced bubbled ventus tires for new pirellis on my e46 even though it was my fault they bubbled)

Just got my car back from the body shop yesterday, New bumper and repainted back end, unfortunately the body shop didn't realize I had aftermarket tail lights (neither did I) so I'm waiting for the light on the tail gate to be delivered to be 100% completed. I was thinking about new headlights because mine were hazey but the body shop gave a free polishing and now they look GREAT.


awesome, i am def going to consider them now!


and about the headlights, mine were a bit yellowed and hazy, i took out my PC polisher with an orange pad and some 3M scratch remover, literally 3 applications on each headlight (took me 10 mins max) and then put a white pad on with some PlastX polish, and they look brand spankin new!! saved myself money on headlight lenses or new lights, and i really didnt want to sand my headlights!

now if i could only polish my glass fogs as good haha!

weekend camper 03-03-2012 02:12 PM

Finally got a chance to stretch the legs on her a bit.

Impressed with the highway handling (of course).

Was very impressed with the civilized behaviour of the cruise control. No violent bursts of acceleration to maintain/reclaim speed, just a steady push to get back to speed again. That alone makes it hard to go back to a cheap car again.

She's going in for some foam on the drivers seat and a proper alignment at a specialist.

BMW Full Garage 03-03-2012 04:44 PM

I just finished doing the 60k or inspection II, did everything myself but the oil change! What a pleasure to work on the E53. Replaced the Spark plugs ($36), belts($31), fan clutch($105), tensioner, water pump($45), fuel filter($41), did a coolant flush($35), Oil change with LL1 synthetic ($61). Dealer asking price $900 just the inspection.

SlickGT1 03-03-2012 06:44 PM

Engine mounts done. Yay, smooth as it should be.

pgage 03-03-2012 09:24 PM

aux input
 
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aux input coming out of my ash tray. 15 minute job.

HoyaTerp 03-05-2012 04:22 PM

Today: upper radiator hose and a ride around town on a rollback.
Last week: rear air spring, expansion tank, valve cover gaskets, air filter, oil change.
Tomorrow: try again to clear the detested "self-level suspension inactive" message.

Then she can go back to serving me!

reg 03-05-2012 05:15 PM

2 months ago had my transmission rebuilt for the 2nd TIME!!! Thank god for the extended warranty I bought after the first rebuild. Last month lost my fuel pump driving down the expressway. Tomorrow it is replace brake pad day.

SlickGT1 03-05-2012 09:06 PM

Thursday, replaced window regulator and motor, friend donated parts. Nice
Saturday, got my engine mounts replaced. NIIICEEEE.
Sunday, rear hatch top lid locking mechanism broke.
Monday took mechanism apart, ordered new one, waiting patiently for part to arrive. Not nice, to the tune of nearly $300 shipped.

jbimmer24 03-05-2012 09:08 PM

Had the rear bumper painted today to remove a few scratches .

pnoyako85 03-06-2012 12:55 AM

Traded the ML 350 to a 2011 E71 50.i
 
Traded 6 month old ML 350 11k miles to a x6 2011 19k miles 50i..loving every bit of it...just recently change the fogs to 6k hids....next is all out white angel eyes to 6k heads...

current..
06 e53 4.4i
11 e71 50i

Ldiggs910 03-08-2012 12:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phr3d (Post 867619)
...Cause of replacement:
Turned on HID fogs, but double-hit the switch, int lights came on, four way flashers blinking. Hit 4-way switch, then open close door to kill int lights. Hit fogs again, all seems well.

Next day (12 hours) battery totally dead. Stealer says prob with my DEPO AE's, surprise.

Install OE battery, no AE's 2 days, all is well.

Re-attached AE's last five days. all is well.

As stated many times here, wonky electronics? start with the battery. And feel free to verbally bash me, but if you can afford it? get the BMW OE stupidly expensive battery (replaced < 2 year old highly recommended Optoma)...

Just an fyi, as those who have aftermarket angel eyes AND aftermarket HIDs in their fogs can probably attest to, at certain times under certain conditions (i mostly notice it in the cold), when you turn on the fogs, the hazards start flashing and the interior lights turn on.

I drive most of the time only with my fogs on since the LED angel eyes are so bright already. But if the phenomenon occurs where the hazards come on/interior light illuminates with activation of the HID fogs, I can turn off the hazards and the interior lamp immediately but when i actually shut the car off and the interior lamp comes on again, when i get out the car, and shut and lock the doors with the key, THE ALARM WILL BEEP INDICATING THE ALARM IS SET BUT THE DOOR LOCK CARRIAGES WILL REMAIN IN THE UP POSITION, DOORS UNLOCKED AND THE INTERIOR LIGHT WILL NOT SHUT OFF.

i believe you were a victim of the aforementioned my friend and that is the culprit that drained your battery. I just wanted to share this in case anyone else experiences the same issue.

If you unlock and relock the doors again with the remote with the car off, all troubles will be cleared until the next time it happens.

PropellerHead 03-10-2012 09:40 PM

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Gave the new foam cannon a try and washed it with some new Chemical Guys HoneyDew foam. I then used some old Mequires foaming wash that I had sitting around. It's close to being as foamy, but doesn't stick as well. For the price, the Mequires is a better value. This is much easier than the pressure washer cannon I have been using for awhile.

I even washed the wife's E46.

Phr3d 03-10-2012 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ldiggs910 (Post 869452)
Just an fyi, as those who have aftermarket angel eyes AND aftermarket HIDs in their fogs can probably attest to, at certain times under certain conditions (i mostly notice it in the cold), when you turn on the fogs, the hazards start flashing and the interior lights turn on.

I drive most of the time only with my fogs on since the LED angel eyes are so bright already. But if the phenomenon occurs where the hazards come on/interior light illuminates with activation of the HID fogs, I can turn off the hazards and the interior lamp immediately but when i actually shut the car off and the interior lamp comes on again, when i get out the car, and shut and lock the doors with the key, THE ALARM WILL BEEP INDICATING THE ALARM IS SET BUT THE DOOR LOCK CARRIAGES WILL REMAIN IN THE UP POSITION, DOORS UNLOCKED AND THE INTERIOR LIGHT WILL NOT SHUT OFF.

i believe you were a victim of the aforementioned my friend and that is the culprit that drained your battery. I just wanted to share this in case anyone else experiences the same issue.

If you unlock and relock the doors again with the remote with the car off, all troubles will be cleared until the next time it happens.

MUCH thanx, we were definitely confused - guessing I wasted the money on the battery, as it -was- perfect until the weirdness. That said, I tend to hurry-up replace any battery that has been drained to dead-dead.
NOTE: Adding this reply to my original posted topic, basically asking wha' happened?

huntertec 03-11-2012 04:26 AM

Changed the oil in the transfercase and fr/re diffs, rear diff oil was clean front diff was dirty, bit odd, transfercase oil was dirty also 90ks first time changed. Also gave it a wash as always with kerosene and water, I've had some critics but after 40years of using it and getting many compliments on the condition of all of my vehicles over the years, no contest.

SlickGT1 03-11-2012 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by huntertec (Post 869868)
Changed the oil in the transfercase and fr/re diffs, rear diff oil was clean front diff was dirty, bit odd, transfercase oil was dirty also 90ks first time changed. Also gave it a wash as always with kerosene and water, I've had some critics but after 40years of using it and getting many compliments on the condition of all of my vehicles over the years, no contest.

What? Can you elaborate? I can't imagine doing that in the city. I think someone would call the police and fire dept on me.

maxs 03-11-2012 02:01 PM

why bmw x5 wont star when its cold , it always difficult start to get it start but when it start and warm it will start normally it has going alike this for months, but today it wont start at all
i have check the fuel pump by listening to the tank when i turn the ignition on it make noise that means is working,
please what else can i do to get it start

SlickGT1 03-11-2012 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maxs (Post 869896)
why bmw x5 wont star when its cold , it always difficult start to get it start but when it start and warm it will start normally it has going alike this for months, but today it wont start at all
i have check the fuel pump by listening to the tank when i turn the ignition on it make noise that means is working,
please what else can i do to get it start

Not the place for this post. You should start another thread, a new one. If you do a search, there are a few who have this problem. Some need the software update, some say ignition switch, some say fuel pump, some will say battery. So pick your diagnosis path, and start a new post. Thanxs. Welcome to Xoutpost.

petener999 03-11-2012 02:50 PM

Filled her up with gas.:{

StartX5 03-11-2012 03:48 PM

rebuilt double vanos (M54 engine).

huntertec 03-11-2012 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SlickGT1 (Post 869885)
What? Can you elaborate? I can't imagine doing that in the city. I think someone would call the police and fire dept on me.

Not as dangerous as it sounds, I first hose the car over, cup the wash cloth in my hand pour some kero into it and starting on the roof wipe over then wash off, and so on. I wouldn't obviously wash straight onto the street so it depends where your able to do it, best thing it takes off all the road grime and doesn't leave the paint looking stripped of life like some products, its also good on the wheels for removing brake dust.

weekend camper 03-11-2012 11:39 PM

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Installed my no-brand gauge rings -- black chrome.

SlickGT1 03-12-2012 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by huntertec (Post 869911)
Not as dangerous as it sounds, I first hose the car over, cup the wash cloth in my hand pour some kero into it and starting on the roof wipe over then wash off, and so on. I wouldn't obviously wash straight onto the street so it depends where your able to do it, best thing it takes off all the road grime and doesn't leave the paint looking stripped of life like some products, its also good on the wheels for removing brake dust.

That sounds interesting enough for me to try it.

I use pledge wood cleaner on my black car instead of wax. Some find that strange as well. But it's stunning.

Edit.
Filled it up with fuel, raped it all Saturday running errands. Ran out of fuel, filled it up again, washed, put in garage. Going to give the kerosine a try on the rims this week.

Phr3d 03-12-2012 05:30 PM

Qwestion, all youse big city folk - do you have a detailing shop that will clay your ride, pre-Meguiars?
Thought if I could find someplace intrestin' we'd make a road trip of it, as I am unable to do it m'self.
OR
should I -not- clay him in the first place.

(kerosene got me thunkin')

z168 03-12-2012 08:48 PM

finally installed the JL single sub yesterday...

I realized its more fun to DIY during a Sunday afternoon than a weeknight. Lighting is a definite plus AND theres no hurry to finish :-) 99.99% of the time I work on the cars weeknights to not interfere with my weekend

SlickGT1 03-13-2012 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phr3d (Post 870054)
Qwestion, all youse big city folk - do you have a detailing shop that will clay your ride, pre-Meguiars?
Thought if I could find someplace intrestin' we'd make a road trip of it, as I am unable to do it m'self.
OR
should I -not- clay him in the first place.

(kerosene got me thunkin')

I'm in NYC, and there are some serious detail places. From big shops to very secluded two man shows, where you will spend half a day in line.

And you should clay the car. Have you ever tried? You should wash it first, then clay, then wash, then detail.

You will feel how silky smooth your car will be after clay bar. It really isn't hard to do, just time consuming.

maxs 03-14-2012 08:22 AM

I noticed almost 3 months ago Bmw x5 that the engine temp barely ever made it to the first white mark on the blue gauge when is -12c to -30c . i took it to the mechanic they could not find the course , then i used diagnose tools , it was reading fault on lambda sensor , which i find out it was unplugged from the previous repair so i replug it , it was fault free. but yet the temp can barely make it to the blue in -12c to -25c even when i drive the car for 20 minutes, (what doesn't lambda sensor have to do with engine temp ?) I m really worry please help me, is really cold here in Greenland without this car i cant take my kids to school. thank for advance help

maxs 03-14-2012 08:24 AM

bmw x5
 
I noticed almost 3 months ago Bmw x5 that the engine temp barely ever made it to the first white mark on the blue gauge when is -12c to -30c . i took it to the mechanic they could not find the course , then i used diagnose tools , it was reading fault on lambda sensor , which i find out it was unplugged from the previous repair so i replug it , it was fault free. but yet the temp can barely make it to the blue in -12c to -25c even when i drive the car for 20 minutes, (what doesn't lambda sensor have to do with engine temp ?) I m really worry please help me, is really cold here in Greenland without this car i cant take my kids to school. thank for advance help

1stE53 03-14-2012 08:44 AM

Mine did the same thing a couple years ago. Replace your thermostat

reg 03-14-2012 09:06 AM

Door handle carrier
 
Today my passenger door handle broke. So today is tear the door skin off and replace the crappy door handle carrier.

tmv 03-14-2012 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maxs (Post 870309)
I noticed almost 3 months ago Bmw x5 that the engine temp barely ever made it to the first white mark on the blue gauge when is -12c to -30c . i took it to the mechanic they could not find the course , then i used diagnose tools , it was reading fault on lambda sensor , which i find out it was unplugged from the previous repair so i replug it , it was fault free. but yet the temp can barely make it to the blue in -12c to -25c even when i drive the car for 20 minutes, (what doesn't lambda sensor have to do with engine temp ?) I m really worry please help me, is really cold here in Greenland without this car i cant take my kids to school. thank for advance help

I agrre with 1stE53. Your T-stat had failed in open position. The X will drive fine but it is bad on mpg and internal parts as the engine will never reach normal operating temp.

maxs 03-14-2012 11:03 AM

thanks you guys so much I m real please with guys help I appreciate it a lot , i will change the thermostat , remind bless

HoyaTerp 03-14-2012 08:44 PM

Replaced left front turn signal bulb. Again.

dcardenas 03-15-2012 09:38 AM

Bought it two weeks ago. Have since done an oil change with castrol titanium 5w-30, oe oil filter, oe air filter, NGK plugs, new battery, and installed a sub.

I'm loving this x5!

x5sportman 03-15-2012 05:50 PM

My 9 months with my '04 4.4i sport was love/hate all the way. Love the ride, the handling, the power, the looks. Hate the ZF transmission. Even before it started slipping and doing the 2-1 slam, its goofy shift points were annoying. Whatever engineer thought plastic lower grilles, plastic mounts for the taillight circuit boards, plastic tabs on the lumbar support switch (and on and on) should have his butt kicked. Traded it yesterday on a Grand Cherokee and I'll never ever think about owning a BMW product again.

zazoo 03-16-2012 06:55 AM

X5 weekend.
 
Weekend of full service. Doing Oil change and draining coolant fluid. Set of New Continental Tires Mounted this morning.

Weekend Service
Front and Rear Brake pads & Sensors
New O2 Sensors
New Spark Plugs
Thermostat
Fuel Filter
Oil Filter
Pollen Filter
Air Filter
New CrankCase Vent Valves
New Valve Cover Gaskets.

All parts purchased in Germany at BMW Hannover main shop.

OctaveCircle 03-16-2012 07:12 AM

Ordered a New Business CD to replace the faulty one. Ordered parts to get the passenger window to work.

MINIz guy 03-17-2012 08:05 PM

Winter tires off, all season tires on. However, those all season tires do need replacement soon.

JWMich 03-20-2012 02:53 PM

Interior noise project completed - sound dampening material for all four doors and rear floor, extra weatherstipping for upper doors, adjusted door strikes in tighter. Big difference, not much expenditure, well worth the time.

petener999 03-20-2012 02:54 PM

Fill her up with gas.

Ldiggs910 03-21-2012 07:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by x5sportman (Post 870510)
My 9 months with my '04 4.4i sport was love/hate all the way. Love the ride, the handling, the power, the looks. Hate the ZF transmission. Even before it started slipping and doing the 2-1 slam, its goofy shift points were annoying. Whatever engineer thought plastic lower grilles, plastic mounts for the taillight circuit boards, plastic tabs on the lumbar support switch (and on and on) should have his butt kicked. Traded it yesterday on a Grand Cherokee and I'll never ever think about owning a BMW product again.

Well BYE!! What u doin still standing there wit ur head down, hands in ur pockets looking at the ground drawing circles in the dirt wit ur left foot for??? We LOVE our X's. They are our "babies", "wives", "mistresses", and "2nd girlfriends" so thru the good and the bad so we stay.

Good luck tho buddy. U MIGHT gain in reliability, but u lose in panache :niceshoes:

nezarnuaimat 03-21-2012 07:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JWMich (Post 871066)
Interior noise project completed - sound dampening material for all four doors and rear floor, extra weatherstipping for upper doors, adjusted door strikes in tighter. Big difference, not much expenditure, well worth the time.

Can you elaborate on this please? I'm having horrible interior noise!

dolbyX5 03-21-2012 10:05 AM

My drivers door handle carrier finally broke. Replaced it yesterday. Back to normal and loving it.

SlickGT1 03-21-2012 10:35 AM

Fixed my soft close issue. Turned out to be shitty factory relay closest to the tail light. Go figure. Going to replace all of them with Hella relays shortly.

JWMich 03-21-2012 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nezarnuaimat (Post 871144)
Can you elaborate on this please? I'm having horrible interior noise!

Well, I can share what I did:
  • Popped off all the door panels and lined them with Dynamat Extreme.
  • Lifted out the rear floor, removed the OEM pad, lined the underside of the floor panel with Dynamat Extreme, replaced the OEM pad, stapled everything down with trusty staple gun to supplement the adhesive.
  • OEM has two weatherstrips around each door opening and there is a space between them. Cleaned the metal with alcohol and laid in 3M EPDM self-adhesive weatherstrip between the two, pretty much all the way around.
  • Popped off the plastic covers at the base of the door strikes (the U-shaped things the door catches on when you close it), loosened up the torx bolts and moved each one closer to the vehicle interior, retightened.

Result is solid reduction in road noise and wind noise - as I said, well worth the time and cost.

Cost : $140 for the Dynamat (9 sheet bulk pack, Amazon), $75 for the 3M weatherstrip (3 packages at $25, Advance Auto Parts)

Disclaimers: 1) I am not any kind of expert in vehicle noise reduction. There appears to be a cult out there dedicated to the pursuit of total sound isolation, often connected to extreme sound system installations. From what I've seen, they're expert but nuts. I'm sure plenty of fault can be found with what I've chosen to do (didn't do enough, did the wrong things, used the wrong materials, etc.) by people who actually know something about this. Sorry 'bout that. 2) This is NOT what the BMW engineers decided you should have in an Ultimate Driving Machine, so I have sinned in doing this project. I will chant ten million times "I did not NEED to do this. No one NEEDS what OEM does not provide." as penance.

Phr3d 03-21-2012 02:09 PM

as long as the full seal doesn't burst an eardrum when you close the door, it's all good, heheh.

sapphireX5 03-22-2012 05:31 AM

I drove home from work tonight through the snow that wasn't suppose to stick.

I freakin' love my X5 4.8iS. I don't even have winter wheels for it and it slipped twice and corrected itself. If you saw some of the hills I have to drive up you'd be just as amazed as me that I parked in my driveway.

http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/...2/Snowplow.jpg

I have it up for sale but nights like tonight make me think twice since the M5 I want I don't think would be in my driveway right now.

tmv 03-22-2012 09:10 AM

Use a bottle of Techron Concentrated and fill up the tank.
Need to order LR Window Regulator :(

OctaveCircle 03-22-2012 09:25 AM

Passenger Window
 
Well parts to get the damn thing to open and close will be delivered today....
seems like a easy job.. crosses fingers:driver:

SlickGT1 03-22-2012 11:05 AM

Put back together my trunk hatch. Drained and filled the power steering again.

Tymatk 03-22-2012 06:45 PM

Use Navcoder and code TV in-motion .... for fun as i don't even use the damn anoying analog TV.
Fit new Harness to TV Tuner so i can connect other things to it. Ran reverse cam wire all around the trunk ... just have to get into the mood again to finish it off ..... might even install An Inteligent Module so the reverse guide line will turn when i turn the steering wheel .... one day.

dolbyX5 03-23-2012 04:45 PM

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Finally got around to finishing my tablet project. Got it mounted and cabling run. Now enjoying the Torque app on my little Dell tablet.

OctaveCircle 03-23-2012 04:51 PM

:jealous: Nice

delviacv2 03-23-2012 06:25 PM

Wash her up!!

maxs 03-24-2012 05:08 PM

please can anybody show me how to change thermostat on bmw x5 2000, model please . thanks you guys for advance

MINIz guy 03-24-2012 07:24 PM

New Bridestone Ecopia EP422's.

Perfect timing as I'm driving up to Troy, NY tomorrow. They replaced OEM MXV4's that were a few years older than our '03 X5!

J.Belknap 03-24-2012 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dolbyX5 (Post 871564)
Finally got around to finishing my tablet project. Got it mounted and cabling run. Now enjoying the Torque app on my little Dell tablet.

Looks good sir. :)

maxs 03-26-2012 12:47 PM

please can anyone show me where is thermostat fuse is located in bmw x5 2000 model please thank for the advance

aimtimes100 03-26-2012 04:28 PM

just re-discovered i can stream music to my stereo via bluetooth.and to think i wasted all this time playing with sd cards, cds, etc.

SlickGT1 03-26-2012 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aimtimes100 (Post 871869)
just re-discovered i can stream music to my stereo via bluetooth.and to think i wasted all this time playing with sd cards, cds, etc.

What? Talk to me.

aimtimes100 03-26-2012 06:38 PM

I don't know about the OEM bluetooth software because i have a dynavin unit but this is how it works.once your phone is paired to it open up a menu as if you are about to make a call from the car.then pick up your phone and start playing music and you should hear it come the car speakers.
few drawbacks
1.you can only change songs from your phone(guess its not big of a deal, after all thats why man invented shuffle)
2. quality may vary.i tried this with an ipod touch and the quality was trash.then tried from my phone(motorola triumph) and the quality is better then when i play music from my ipod via usb connection.

z168 03-27-2012 07:20 PM

snapped a pic of the X with the rest

http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/a...3/92ec4612.jpg

hypnotiqdmg 03-28-2012 08:30 AM

Clocked 30k on her today. Damn how time has flown...

neilrmp 03-28-2012 04:36 PM

Got my All weather mats from ECS Tuning. :)

SF2000x5 03-28-2012 04:39 PM

nice shot z168. I should take a similair photo of the cars below.

PropellerHead 03-28-2012 11:43 PM

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Great day for the 4.8!
  • Finally addressed the sometimes jerky acceleration with a visit to a good friend at the dealer. Wrote ab it here.
  • Finally addressed a slight 'lean' to the rt (passenger side) that I'd seen ever since a trusted Indy did the Eibach sways. It was off by about 1/2" up front on the rt (lower) and 2/3" on the rear. Nice and level, now.
  • Noticed a pretty cool little 'milestone' that was completely unplanned. Thought- even if it weren't as perfect as we'd all like to see- that it was pretty cool:

Next up- fix the silly headlight washer clamps that is allowing my fluid to leak everywhere and give me a bang on the dash. :banghead: I have the parts. I just need the time.

PUREVIL 03-29-2012 12:36 AM

Drilled, tapped, and installed grease zerks into my ball joints.
Now "servicable" and never to make an embarrassing squeak like so many do.
Next up, coolant expansion tank replacement. Parts due just in time for the weekend.

fkeijzer 03-29-2012 07:51 AM

I upgraded with the Mediabridge with Bluetooth. Works perfect!
Really love the car now as far as I didn't already.

dpgx5 03-29-2012 12:35 PM

[*]Finally addressed a slight 'lean' to the rt (passenger side) that I'd seen ever since a trusted Indy did the Eibach sways. It was off by about 1/2" up front on the rt (lower) and 2/3" on the rear. Nice and level, now.


What did you do to fix this? My front is 1/2" higher on one side? not sure if its strut related... PM me if you can. thanks

4x4coots 03-29-2012 01:20 PM

Installed an aFe throttle body spacer!

OctaveCircle 03-29-2012 02:20 PM

Success in finally pairing my HTC EVO 4G via blutooth :D:popcorn:

z168 03-29-2012 08:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SF2000x5 (Post 872157)
nice shot z168. I should take a similair photo of the cars below.

yep. Ive been thinking about doing a group shot for months now. unfortunately I cant do all my cars since its a busy street

Ldiggs910 03-30-2012 07:57 PM

Just bought Meyle HD thrust arm bushings from oembimmerparts.com

reg 03-30-2012 08:38 PM

Today my passenger window will not roll back up. The window switch died.

Turbo_Bimmer 03-31-2012 06:18 PM

Last week end, transmission fluid change + filter + sleeve.
This week end, replace 2 whisbone arms (rusted nuts requires cutting), change 2 axle carrier ball joints (borrowed the tool from the dealer but got the wrong tool, so, the X is in stand by mode).

Then, alignment.

Oh, my front right airbag is leaking, so I have to order one from Arnott.

Wow, I seem to pass more time in the garage with my X5 than with my family. Is there something wrong here :stickpoke

No, I'm joking, it's just the the previous owner sold the truck instead of repairing all that stuff. I will eventually catch up on the maintenance. :iagree:

JWMich 04-01-2012 09:08 AM

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Completed the Ipad project. Installed AUX port to glove box, ProClip mounting bracket, Kensington 2 in 1 cable for audio and charging.

tmv 04-02-2012 09:29 AM

Tstat, VCG and Vanos seal yesterday. Left Rear window regulator today.

Ldiggs910 04-02-2012 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JWMich (Post 872625)
Completed the Ipad project. Installed AUX port to glove box, ProClip mounting bracket, Kensington 2 in 1 cable for audio and charging.

Cool mod. If u lived in Brooklyn, the following would be ur next post on this thread:

Quote:

Originally Posted by JWMich (Post 872625)
BASTARDS GOT ME THAT NIGHT!! HEADED TO AUTOGLASS PLACE :(


larrylava 04-02-2012 03:53 PM

Did my water pump and oil filter housing gasket last Saturday. 01' 3.0 x5

OctaveCircle 04-03-2012 06:23 AM

4 New Michelin Latitude Diamaris Tires and a 4 wheel alignment.

JWMich 04-03-2012 09:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ldiggs910 (Post 872766)
Cool mod. If u lived in Brooklyn, the following would be ur next post on this thread:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ldiggs910 (Post 872766)
Quote:
Originally Posted by JWMich
BASTARDS GOT ME THAT NIGHT!! HEADED TO AUTOGLASS PLACE

__________________

The Ipad pops out of the bracket and goes with.

OctaveCircle 04-03-2012 04:09 PM

Drove 30 miles to the nearest BMW dealer for new rear bulb holders... intermittent brake light warning ..... fixed all good!!! and a second remote key.. was surprised at at how cheap it was i was thinking $200+ but was only $165 ..
Gave the X5 a bath

aimtimes100 04-03-2012 09:40 PM

purchased some led DRLs.installed them only to be disappointed.they turn off after literally being on for 2 seconds.I thought this was due to a bad bulb but then i tried the high beam switch and they come on no problem.guess ill just look into a HID kit for the DRL's instead

aimtimes100 04-07-2012 08:42 PM

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fixed passenger side window, got rid of my SES light and finally got both fogs working.gonna replace the bulbs with LEDs soon.one light came out a lot brighter then the other

j0nblayz 04-08-2012 02:04 AM

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Finally had time to fix cluster and mid lcd's. for the mid, i did the full ribbon remove and clean with nail polish removal method, came out 100% perfect. However for the cluster, i just put some foam stripping in the back for more pressure, came out 90%, i got 3 lines still missing, ARRGG!! lol.

Also forgot to post i installed a set of leman's arch flares couple weeks ago. Still riding on winters so looks soo tucked, and thats with 30mm spacers in the back.

Cisc0 04-09-2012 09:45 AM

Changed Titanium Grilles to Black:
http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/m...s/IMG_0022.jpg

Replaced power steering reservoir + Flushed out fluid:
http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/m...s/IMG_0029.jpg

TiAgX5 04-09-2012 10:22 AM

Cisc0, what are those plastic clips below your grill for?

Cisc0 04-09-2012 10:40 AM

They are for the hood shield:

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/m.../IMG_00311.jpg



Quote:

Originally Posted by TiAgX5 (Post 873631)
Cisc0, what are those plastic clips below your grill for?


TiAgX5 04-09-2012 10:50 AM

Nice piece.

weekend camper 04-10-2012 11:05 PM

Got a set of 69's installed for summer. Like them a lot.

Ldiggs910 04-13-2012 10:42 AM

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UGH!! Drove thru paint!! This is AFTER i tried to clean it off!!

SlickGT1 04-13-2012 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ldiggs910 (Post 874125)
UGH!! Drove thru paint!! This is AFTER i tried to clean it off!!

Do you have more pics of the car. Never seen a factory widebody.

PropellerHead 04-13-2012 09:35 PM

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snapped a fun pic. But missed it by thhhhaaaat much!

Phr3d 04-13-2012 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by PropellerHead (Post 874190)
snapped a fun pic. But missed it by thhhhaaaat much!

I video'd mine, albeit with an extra 100K, lol
doing 200kph, mind you..
vid is a BIT bluurry (avatar here)

1stE53 04-14-2012 07:38 PM

changed the lower control arm bushings. Damn driver's side was a bisnitch! Then had to rotate the tires b/c the old bushings were so bad I guess they created some positive camber thus wearing the outer edge of my tires. Moved the rear tires straight forward. The rear has a slight negative camber.
Do you folks recommend I get another alignment anyway?

infamous212 04-14-2012 10:15 PM

I was skeptical but I wanted to give a "fuel additive" a try.
Local autozone had buy 1 get 1 free on Chevron techron complete fuel system cleaner bottle (12oz) for $7.99, so I poured both in then filled up with gas.

Koody 04-15-2012 06:47 AM

Took the OEM-amplifier (non-dsp) apart. It had some intermitted sound-loss but sorted now. Took me only an hour to do.

edit: Did not work for 100%, will search further before i buy a new unit. Thinking of a Dynavin orso.

PropellerHead 04-15-2012 09:44 PM

Finally set out to find and repair the leak of windshield washer fluid caused when we removed the front bumper for the under ride protection install. Also in that install, I pulled the rt front bumper off a bit to aggressively and broke the plastic clips that pull it in to the body. Today was the day to replace them as well!

The mystery clip for headlight washers. This little horseshoe looking clamp holds the feeder tube from the tank to the front headlight washers. When removed, the clamp had backed out and the hoses were disconnected. One little clamp and we were done! No more errors! :thumbup:
http://www.my02.com/images/4.8is/clip.jpg

This was one of the broken clips- Rt side, IIRC. Red arrows = bad. Green = good! The bumper is now nice and flush! :cool:

http://www.my02.com/images/4.8is/clips.jpg

Ldiggs910 04-15-2012 10:19 PM

Street raced a jaguar XF for about a mile w/ my manual tranny 01 3.0... Surprisingly I won!

JWMich 04-16-2012 04:01 PM

New summer highway tires, 275/60R-18 Continental CrossContact LX20 all around, and a new Eibach rear sway bar.

petener999 04-16-2012 04:17 PM

Plasti Dip my OE 87 rims.

pnoyako85 04-16-2012 09:01 PM

STREET raced a 2011 mustang 5.0 ....E53 won by all the swerving and eating out all 4 lanes for about 5 street light lengths ( 2miles in NJ rt 1)....at the end i honk to give him props and thumbs up ...he ignored my calling and when he was infront of me going through traffic he burned out prolly on 2-3rd gear....some drivers just cant accept loses i guess...e53 was cutting corners like BUTTER!!...

tmv 04-17-2012 09:19 AM

Put on 4 new tires and have alignment done to straighten out toe to maximize tires' life.
Order brake rotors and pads for this weekend.

nezarnuaimat 04-18-2012 09:45 AM

I fixed my tight steering by replacing the double universal joint

http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-foru...tml#post874425

smwmustang 04-23-2012 03:52 PM

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Ordered these headlight and tail light kits form ebay for $20 shipped. They still need a little stretching to fit perfect but it is not warm enough today to let the sun heat them up.

For the money they look pretty good. Sorry the X is dirty but it rained yesterday with 40 mph winds and she needs a good cleaning.

Take a look and see what you think.

aimtimes100 04-23-2012 04:27 PM

very nice.wish i knew about it.is it like a film you put over the headlight housing?

smwmustang 04-23-2012 04:44 PM

Yes, it is almost like a static cling and very easy to put on. You have to stretch them out a bit but they are designed that way. Hard to beat for the price. Did all 6 lights in less than 30 minutes. If I spend another 30 minutes on them they will fit perfectly.

I am going to take more photos at night so I can see how they look as well.

If you want, I can email you the seller on eBay that I bought them from.

Shawn

aimtimes100 04-23-2012 04:55 PM

no thanks my headlights are scratched up as it is thanks to the previous owner so i dont want to ruin my night time visibility and i already have the turn signals and tailights smoked

smwmustang 04-23-2012 05:09 PM

Try buffing out the headlights with a kit from Auto Zone. They work really well.

aimtimes100 04-23-2012 05:15 PM

tried 2 of them.no results unfortuntaly. i do plan on ordering depo headlights in the future so its nothing to worry about for now

TW_585 04-23-2012 10:51 PM

Just received 3 boxes from Pelican Parts to fix 4 brake rotors, pads, sensors, ebrake and both front bearings including hubs etc. Over 50kgs (120 lbs) in total weight.
Rotors worn down and bearing was noisy. Should make my X5 like new!
The whole set of parts including freight was over $1000 cheaper than going to my local BMW parts shark! .. the lot for about $1200.00.
Just have to fit them now.
Other Australian X5 owners could use this info. The guys at Pelican have been good but needed a wire transfer for this purchase (first). Check them out at Pelican Parts - Porsche Parts & BMW Parts - Automotive Parts and Accessories - Porsche & BMW.

delviacv2 04-24-2012 07:00 AM

Saturday, installed a OEM tow hitch now is ready for the jetski :)

indianapolisX5 04-28-2012 12:53 PM

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helped it celebrate earth day
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nothing more fun than pissing off prius drivers

nezarnuaimat 04-29-2012 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by indianapolisX5 (Post 875984)
helped it celebrate earth day

nothing more fun than pissing off Prius drivers

:iagree:

pnoyako85 04-29-2012 11:44 PM

cleaned the Sav for eurofest hoping for some e53's there..

tmv 04-30-2012 09:23 AM

Front and rear brake rotors and pads.

Phr3d 05-01-2012 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by aimtimes100 (Post 875315)
tried 2 of them.no results unfortuntaly. i do plan on ordering depo headlights in the future so its nothing to worry about for now

Not sure what you have in mind, but check with MrBMWX5 -before- you order anything. I quick-ordered for a sale price, wish I hadn't.

two weeks, 3k miles later.. raced the obligatory mustang, both MT, won (quit at 60 in a 45 zone, I don't need any more gendarme experience). Learned that bugs can be measurably deep. Learned that an iPad is a Much better GPS experience. Learned that xMotion don't know squat about car-wash locations in Greenville, SC. Learned that Dancer really likes curvy mountain roads. Learned that the iPad with the boosted-treble EQ setting thru our business audio doesn't suck, sounded damned good thru the DICE for all those miles. Learned that the iTunes Normalization feature -Doesn't-. Learned that an iPad on downloaded maps can still SLURP battery and die at inopportune times, ~5 hours GPS and local music. Learned that Pandora on an iPad offers Much more information than you can read about the current band within the length of a song. Learned that 93 octane makes 3.0i happier than the 91 he normally gets (no 93 here). Learned that betting on a horse can actually pay you more money than you bet (Keeneland). Learned just how good summer tires are in the rain in the mountains.

Ended with the Inspection II that I put off for the trip, control arms before the trip and a long-postponed clay-and-meguiar's detail to remove all traces of his road punishment.

priceless.

weekend camper 05-02-2012 02:47 PM

Put on the xoutpost.com license plate frames.

mrbmwx5 05-02-2012 03:28 PM

Bought a full tank of gas....LOL

pnoyako85 05-02-2012 03:55 PM

wash wax detailed the girl...and mother nature makes it rain 5hrs later. and ordered flares (tnx ecs) for her body to make that curve that everybody wants!!..lol..

1stE53 05-03-2012 02:41 PM

Had to put more axle grease and new ring around the front left CV (inner) boot. Is it just me or is that damn clamp too close to the frame section?!

Wolf539 05-04-2012 11:18 AM

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Hand washed...!

Cisc0 05-09-2012 11:00 AM

Told BMW to kiss my ars with those new key prices and fixed my own...

Thanks to the awesome contribution of Mrbmwx5 and RichiRich:

Cutting the bitch open was pretty easy, just take your time:
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I opted to not chisel out the welds:
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Battery out, ready for new one:
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New battery - $13 dollars
New key - $260
Savings - $247
Doing the shit yourself - Priceless!

jbimmer24 05-09-2012 11:57 AM

Nice!!! Mr.Bmwx5 and Richirich know there stuff!

MINIz guy 05-09-2012 04:51 PM

That DIY is posted on E46Fanatics with a different username... I did the same to a 2000 BMW key.

Cisc0 05-09-2012 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by MINIz guy (Post 877329)
That DIY is posted on E46Fanatics with a different username... I did the same to a 2000 BMW key.

I don't care where it was posted previously, but I got mine from here and on here it was posted by the the members I mentioned above. It worked and helped me and that's all I care about.

Koody 05-09-2012 05:32 PM

I need a full gas tank but will wait till tomorrow. It will hurt...

Fuel-price around 9 dollar per gallon here

pnoyako85 05-09-2012 10:40 PM

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Mods...and cleaned up the engine did a couple more things....ordered ECS flares and had to follow ( Twinspoppa)'s thread about fitting the flares onto your existing flares.....came out good...READY for X5 world MEET...and tomrow had to clean the SAV its been raining like crazy here in East Coast.....
:NOW the Flares came with RB kit.....its now a Spare....i was thinking of selling the whole fender that has Running board kit...if anyone interested let me know...the flares does NOT come with the extra widebody...it has little wholes for you to put your existing flare onto this...

tmv 05-09-2012 10:57 PM

Look nice. Should have left the air guide piece blk so the engine would stand out more.

pnoyako85 05-09-2012 11:21 PM

TNX TMV....

J.Belknap 05-10-2012 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by indianapolisX5 (Post 875984)
helped it celebrate earth day
nothing more fun than pissing off prius drivers

haha and really, it's only because their panties get in a bunch so easily.

"Less C, eh? Well, I'm your huckleberry."

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...enthippies.jpg

Not much going on in my neck of the woods lately. Still waiting on VAC Motorsports to finish up on the new oil pump. Working on some ducting & intercooler stuff to fighting the boredom while I wait on the machine shop.

pnoyako85 05-10-2012 07:52 AM

nice X @ belknap!....cant wait to be in the Dinan stage. is there a spacer on your wheels?>

Wolf539 05-10-2012 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by pnoyako85 (Post 877425)
Mods...and cleaned up the engine did a couple more things....

Where did you get that engine cover?

pnoyako85 05-10-2012 11:09 AM

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I painted it @ Wolf ..i usally do my boys mods exteriors too in some ways..lol...with this type of vehicle,we know we just cant do crappy job....( before i painted it..called my stealer and ask how much was the engine cover..($400).so i had to make sure hte cover was on par before i painted it ..prep and paint....i basically do minor mods on my X....

J.Belknap 05-10-2012 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoyako85 (Post 877485)
nice X @ belknap!....cant wait to be in the Dinan stage. is there a spacer on your wheels?>

25mm H&R on the rear sir.

Dark5yde 05-10-2012 03:59 PM

Bought some black kidneys from SlickGT1, now I just need the damn x5 to be in my driveway.

SlickGT1 05-10-2012 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Dark5yde (Post 877578)
Bought some black kidneys from SlickGT1, now I just need the damn x5 to be in my driveway.

Dude, you still don't have the X? Shipping them out shortly.

Helmuth 05-10-2012 04:12 PM

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Rims powdercoated and fake tips mounted. Doesn't look too bad for a 10 year old diesel ........

Dark5yde 05-10-2012 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by SlickGT1 (Post 877580)
Dude, you still don't have the X? Shipping them out shortly.

Just called him, tomorrow or saturday. Apparently he had trouble sourcing the control arm bushing. Sounds like a excuse to me, but eh.

nezarnuaimat 05-11-2012 08:15 AM

Yesterday I've totally removed the cargo area cover (shelf). Most of the annoying noise just disappeared!
It's removed by pulling up two parts (left and right) at the end of the rack, closer to forward. Refer to manual for details.

sapphireX5 05-12-2012 12:29 AM

I had the dealer perform the 7500 mile interval oil, fuel filter, air filters change today. I initially asked them to perform the 100k mile service even though it's only at 75k but apparently I'm too caught up on maintenance and didn't realize it.

The fuel filter replacement makes it run much smoother even on acceleration. I'm quite pleased with it. Funny how things can change so slowly over time that it's not detectable until a part is renewed.

I have it up for sale and taking offers but hmmmm...I love this truck!

I have my new 535i xDrive Msport on order for Euro delivery in September but I'm not rushing to get rid of my X.

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Cjallstar 05-12-2012 01:07 PM

took a pic of her after a wash! might be one of the last before she gets spacers and blacked out chrome window trim :D

http://img690.imageshack.us/img690/7214/img0349iw.jpg

KawaBmw7 05-13-2012 04:46 AM

Changed some parts of the suspension...

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Koody 05-13-2012 05:20 AM

Got some air in my 22" ..
http://i49.tinypic.com/2qd4u48.jpg

cncmastr 05-13-2012 09:24 AM

Ordered replacement Transfer Case Actuator :(
"Fixed" the HVAC air sampling motor by applying lithium grease.
Resolved rebooting NAV screen issue by using OEM disk.
Ordered replacement NAV screen from Hong Kong guy.
Ordered oil and filter.
Replaced Air filter, two hood insulation pins, spark plugs and steering wheel trim.
Cleaned and conditioned driver's seat.
Removed Armor-All crap coating that was on EVERY surface of the truck.
Ordered rear cargo bay tray and compartment.
Cleaned grease from inside front wheels from a much earlier CV boot event - thanks previous, previous owner!

g60renshaw 05-13-2012 02:52 PM

Removed the entire front end including bumper, bonnet, slam panel, headlights etc.. Fitted new aux belts while I was in there.
Also swapped all the arches and rear bumper for 4.6is flared ones.
Tuesday job will be fitting a new front end including the 4.6is bumper and two new vanos solenoid seals after I found them both leaking! Phew!


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