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I drove in the rain (in Saudi Arabia that's crazy) and my hatch unlocked. After closing it my outside switch died. So I am now standing under a disassembled hatch with a magic hairdryer in the hopes that I don't need to buy a new switch...

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I recently re-worked a tailgate latch that wouldn't latch just recycled to unlatched: something broke inside so when it went through the latch cycle it wouldn't stop.

I modified it to manual latch and auto open by simple process I forgot what I did like remove a push bar inside.

I'll look if I took pictures

Thanks, you have no idea how hard it is to hide a hairdryer that "fell" off the pregnant wife's counter and into the X...

I've seen SF guys notice less than her.!!

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HAHAHA

All that drying and it was that the L piece had overrode the micro switch.

Now to NINJA her hairdryer back into the house...

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Opened the hood today and found this tucked inside[emoji848]. Had an alignment done at NTB last Thursday. No one else touched the X until today [emoji1751]*[emoji3603][emoji1751]*[emoji3603][emoji1751]*[emoji3603]
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Wow! Not even a mechanics hammer. Hope it did no damage...

Picked up some great parts from a member parting out an Imola on Imola 4.6is, that had a 4.8is facelift conversion done at some time.

Grabbed the entire interior with aluminum trims, entire front end including Euro Clear Bi-Xenons. Also was able to get a 4.8is guage shroud.

Can't wait to see my 2001 X5 with a new front end, freshly painted, and all the parts I've been hoarding over the years (lemans front flares, heated '06 steering wheel, running boards, rear "is" flares, etc)

Some pictures of the goods, also some pictures were from the seller's original ad, thanks again Mario!

This is what my back office/parts room looks like after a long weekend of work.

https://i.postimg.cc/jdzW7qc7/20181110-181752.jpg

BTW, interesting discovery. Underneath the aerodynamics kit side skirts are aluminum running boards. Or at least underneath the black parts truck's there was.


Here's where my 4.8is kit is going. Before:


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After:


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And here's the current state of my poor baby.


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....and on a related note...I dropped off some Imola red 4.8is bumpers off at my body shop to have them switched to Sterling. ;)

Make sure you post some pics when you are done!

Ouch.. How much of a pain?

LOVE the wheels..

Made an effort to try and do the trunk lid open mod with my guess on how large of a spring i'd need. I don't feel like spending $35 on 2 springs..

https://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-E53-X5-...frcectupt=true

That's a scary thought! Hub centric rings aren't optional when the hubs doesn't match the wheel - more like.. critical. :yikes:

Swapped out my 3 season wheels and tires for my winter set. Expecting snow tomorrow here in the Hudson Valley.

Let us know your results!

I just did a new DISA valve on my M54 engine, haven't done it yet on my wife's 3.0i.

Definitely avoid the Dorman unit, it was ready to be sucked into the motor, have a listen:

https://youtu.be/_Hhl7-t91SM

Drove it to work. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...11d76f9f91.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...081618896b.jpg


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Snow preppin'? We got some snow this morning (~0-1inch). Pretty hilarious that schools are closed around here.

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Reached 118,000 miles today as I shut it off at the lot. I don't know but it's satisfying feeling when it's a nice even number lol

After 5 freaking months of death wobble. I figured out I was missing hubcentric rings. The aluminum rings we're terrible
I got plastic and the x5 finally runs smoother than ever.

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Yikes on the rings. Wonder why you say terrible about the aluminum. I didn't have any problems with my wife's when I put E70 wheels on her E53.

I maybe recall having to use a wire where to clean rust off the hub before installing but that wasn't a big issue. They were a very precise fit.

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Sounds like not hardened. They are very thin they would be easy to compress into an oval but once on the hub they should do their job. That said they are aluminum and I expect they will fuse to the hub which will make them fun to remove if I go back to e53 wheels or put on the spare

Rear end links taken care of today. Easy job https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...20b31f271b.jpg

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Plastic loss like a winner


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Gave her a complete detailing prior to getting getting new tires installed and a well deserved alignment to resolve the front tire scrubbing. Look Mom, new shoes!

Installed a BMW compatible infant seat for the newest addition to the family (November 22nd) now if only babies had a Domino's guarantee cause I'd love to get free delivery..

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Congrats! Best of luck to you and your better half.

Hah, on the free delivery. Each of our kids cost $20,000+. :wow: Gotta love that health care system. :rolleyes:

Thanks.

This was a big surprise as the "kids" are 23 and 19 and just over 10 years ago the doctor told the wife it wasn't possible anymore...

Apparently there's a law that makes coming out of retirement mandatory if you have too much fun and/or money. [emoji38]

I will be replacing my seat with a cheese grater in about a week. (solely as a preventive measure)

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About to take an 1000 Mile trip. All ready but one concern I feel like I'm bringing to to myself. I'm 5k in on this oil interval.

I use maxlife synthetic and feel like I can get another 2k off this. If I truly changed my oil at 3k-5k, I'd end up changing my oil every month!......

What do you guys changed yours at?

BMW suggest 10k or 6months assuming you're using synthetic.

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5-7,5k intervals for me.

7500 mile intervals here

Congratulations! Hopefully the older siblings will help with babysitting chores so you and momma can still get out and have fun! Not too much fun though, then you will be needing an additional car seat! Congratulations!


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What is the service life for the n62 water pump?

I'm at 118k, nothing wrong at the moment.

If it ain't broke don't fix it? Or replace before it is too late?

Just have other more concerning repairs that need to attend to first.


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Just did mine. At 120k

Oil and weight you use? Thanks Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

My INDY uses Valvoline Full Synthetic 5W30.

If you consume a little oil and need to add occasionally you will not hurt the engine going 10,000 miles. I change mine close to when the yellow light comes on. No idea how many miles it's based on liters of gas consumed I think (which makes far far more sense) red light comes on at 20% past recommended. I don't recommend letting red light kick on I needed the dealer to reset that when I took too long once. When. I add a quart every 2000 miles or so I've changed half the oil before the full change. Mobil 1 has no real wear after 10,000 miles only gets dirty from combustion else could go 20,000 or more

today(ish), I decided to drop the lower sump, and do other jobs

jacked up the front up , removed wheels then removed my broken inner wheel arches (there broken where it joins to the undertray) removed my front bumper as it wasn't put on right last time I re fitted it , then realised I'm missing 4 cage nuts (ordered them) £2.00 each !!!!!!
removed rad cover and fan , removed all belts, to find a squeak , no pulleys bad, did find some rust on the AC pulley though (in between the grooves) and some on the belt too, ?. wonder if that happened when I parked car up for 2 weeks while I went on holiday?
removed the metal undertray easy job. drained oil then undid the sump, going quite well , spilled oil all over the drive, by knocking the oil catch bowl, :( noticed a fair bit of sludge in the sump, found a bit of plastic in there , looks like a piece of the plastic clip that's on the 2 rectangle plastic boxes for the wiring for the coil packs,
no , timing guides :)trip to stealers for parts, oh knocked the bumper which broke the T piece for the headlight washers :(
new bits ordered, and a quote of 68 for the plate bolts, I don't think so :)
hopefully rebuilding tomorrow
weather permitting
I did take pics, but there on my phone with the car :)

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I don't have too much oil usage. Mine uses just over a quart in between intervals. Maybe 1 qt/4000 miles. The X is mostly city driving. It never runs more than an hour and mostly 15 minutes at a time.

118000 here, have the new pump, thermostat, and the rest of the cooling system ready to go here in a box. I'll take it off the road soon and do it all. I prefer the "replace before it is too late" methodology, but either way works provided you aren't taking your X5 out of town very often. If you do go out of town, use the preventative maintenance style of replacement.

I wonder how I could see what condition my water pump is in, I'm not sure if someone replace it before I bought the car

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You can only get a rough idea without pulling it. Remove the belt and spin it. Try to wobble it around. The shaft/bearing should have no side to side play in it and it should spin freely without feeling any catching/grittiness.

See if you can find a date stamp.

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[emoji38]
I wish they were around to help but one is in college and one is working on his family, plus we're all in different countries.

Should have spent more time under the BMW instead...

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Summer months I have the dealer put in the "M" oil which I believe is 10W-60. I use Castrol Edge 5W-50 for supplemental adds - about one quart every 1400 miles.

Winter months I go with the 5W-30 on the dealer oil change and use Castrol Edge 10W-40 for the supplemental adds. Those tend to come every 1000 miles with the thinner base.

I change every 7500 to 8000 miles.

2002 X5 3.0 351,600 miles
2014 428i 44,000 miles

2004 325i sold at 123,600 miles
2001 325i sold at 66,000 miles

1970 Firebird Under restoration

rebuilt the beast, ticked over perfectly , rev to 2.5 to 3k , it screamed at me , pulley or belt scream, ordered new belt and a new tensioner, as you could grab the belt and pull at least 3 inch of slack the tensioner just leg it go,
oh and I fixed my rear passengers window
:)

Spent the day replacing the drive belt with hydraulic tensioner and pulley, AC belt with tensioner and pulley, idler pulley, water pump, power steering hoses and reservoir. She had been making a squeaking sound running and at 163,000 miles I was sure it needed this service. The water pump looked and felt good but it was a no-brainer to replace it with this mileage since with everything apart, it was only 4 nuts for peace of mind. The power steering reservoir hoses has been slowly leaking directly on my alternator so I was glad I caught it in time. All in all a fun day just wrenching on the girl. Next up, the dreaded ball joints.

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Thank you trentcdrums, I did indeed watch it in its entirety when you posted it. I will attempt the removal and since mine is a southern car, it has literally no rust under there. I just did all the 4 piece control arms kit back in April.

https://dyw03owr7vs3n.cloudfront.net...qi.?1496451122

For sure. I did the same. O replaced every other component hoping the ball joint was still good. Lol

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Enjoying this beautiful FL to Illinois trip. She is driving great. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...bb21403c54.jpg

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Sharp rims, do u have the 3.0 model with 6MT?

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Great minds think alike... My thought process exactly... :bustingup

Installed Stoptech cross drilled/slotted rotors and centric pads.

Previous owner had only replaced pads and the rotors were glazed with a very noticeable lip on the edge. It was noisy even though it had brand new pads.

Also for some reason the wear sensors feel a bit short and can't attach to the bleeder as it's supposed to. Looks like they used used the rear length ones?? Smh

Lastly the pads that I removed were EBC red stuff but if you go to their site it states not for SUV/Trucks yet they sell it for the X5?? Oh wait sorry we have sAv lol


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Last picture from the trip.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...272e4fefac.jpg

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Not only the length is different between the rear and the front - the rear sensor lead has a right-angle joint just before the connector while the front sensor doesn't.

Proper routing is critical or they will seem too short.

Drove the 6MTE53 about 80 miles to visit friends the Friday after Thanksgiving. Even at 128k miles I am enjoying the ride. The sport package riding on 18 Michelin Lattitudes to me is a dream....

Brad

Love this shot :thumbup:

Did both front ball joints today. Easy once you clear the way. Remove the wheel, rotor, caliper and remove 3 M6x1.0 screws that hold the backing plate to the hub and rotate 90 degrees. Puts the ball joint, T50 mounting bolts and the ball joint nut in front of God and everybody. A couple of taps with the hammer and it all comes apart effortlessly. Got it down to 30 minutes a side. :thumbup:

Completed my caliper rebuild/paint project. Will be installing when my new pads and rotors arrive. I'd post a pic, but I can't figure out how to do it.

What did you do to / for your E53 today??
 

So I pulled another sensor and measured it against the one already on the car and they were the same length.

It's long enough but not long enough to be clipped in all the mounting points.

If I clip it by the bracket on the strut it is too short and and won't reach the bleeder valve where it slips on.

But if I attach it to the bleeder valve it's not long enough to clip inside the strut bracket.

But there is plenty of length from the connector box (by the fender well) up to the strut bracket.



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Bought cheap Aux adaptor that is plug and play with the mk4 nav, basically like the BMW kit but half the price and no aux mounting plate.

Which was perfect for me as this is what I wanted to do anyways:

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Nice and clean. Well done. :thumbup:

Put my rebuild valve body back in.
Refilled, cleared coded. And this hung is shifting so smooth and crisp. Can't wait till it's fully relearned it's shifting.

If you need your valve body and solenoid rebuilt, world valve bodies out of Ok is the shiznit.


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Wash, wax, and restored the plastic trim.


Investigated the accelerator pedal issue....


Ordered various parts on line (btw, does this forum have a supporting vendor?).

I do... :D How much do they charge? Do they use ZF parts (don't know if aftermarket solenoids are available)? Warranty?

What did you do to / for your E53 today??
 

Lifetime warranty on the work.
Solenoids are redone/replaced.
All ZF and sonax parts. Rebore and new pistons if needed. Tested and returned.
Turnaround was stupid quick.
Was about $640.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-ZF-6HP2...=1624529911019


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That's a ridiculously good deal! Thank you for the info!

Yep. Sonnax wants like $1800 for a rebuild with a $700 core refund.
What got me, was just how helpful these guys were. The eBay says OH, but it went to Ok.
I wanna say he got it Tuesday and it was done Wednesday evening. Shipped Thursday and I got it back yesterday and put it in.



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Changed out my wood trim to light poplar:
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Looks fantastic. I have wanted to do that too. Where did you find the pieces? :thumbup:

What did you have before. I may be interested in the center console and the driver's door trim.


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Ever think about adding a bluetooth device for wireless functionality? I did it in my X5 and love it. Connects automatically!

OEM Aux Kit for Navigation
Firefly Bluetooth
Dual Port Charger

How is this done.
Do I need a BMW Bluetooth module, or is there some simple way to do it with an aftermarket setup.

Is it possible to have aux and bluetooth?


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Just aux. The bluetooth device utilizes the aux source.

Your 4.8is didn't come with the bluetooth module?

Nice, I did my own as well. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...721e1ac8a7.jpg

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It does, but bluetooth only works for phone. A2D2 or something

Hence why you need the little bluetooth device that plugs into the aux port.

I'll take a pic

Smoke grey i believe.


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Topic of this thread is what did you do to /for your E53 today?

That means completed projects. It is not intended for chit chat. If you have questions that are off topic use the PM option. There are numerous threads about updated nav/radio, bluetooth, USB, Aux. They are easy to find with the search feature. There is a DIY section where there are threads of most anything you would ever want to do to your X5.

When will you guys stop being disrespectful to members by misuse of this thread?

So we're just going to post what we've done and not discuss it on an automotive forum? Sounds like a great idea. Remember, the PM system on this forum is terrible. It doesn't save sent messages and has a ridiculously low inbox limit for non-Premier members.

If you feel so disrespected why keep checking in here? I'm sure no one is intentionally trying to disrespect anyone. I certainly am not.

Well someone is bound up... :dunno:

What did you do to / for your E53 today??
 

I don't know. I don't think so. It has an aux port.


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Disrespectful? How is that disrespect. Do you even know what the word means.
So everyone just chimes in and say what they did and that's it?yeah. Real great thread. How dare anyone ask something. Then those in the know could maybe direct them to said threads that have been discussed so many times.
I'll tell you what, your post is disrespectful, since you're in here just flipping out over dumb shit.
If you want to be so helpful. Why not post the damn thread to help folks.



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Not bound up at all. Certainly some questions and comments are appropriate.

I have never had a problem with the PM function. It works just fine. It may be something on your end or you can contact one of the admins for help.

The search function will pull up many great threads about updating the audio system and features going many years back. I always try that first. A lot better than using this thread. If your question isn't answered in the thread you can ask it there. Rather than going to everyone it will put you in touch with those that have the most knowledge or have done what you are planning.

Our audio systems are very outdated and there are several made for E53s options to get all the latest features and benefits. I suggest considering an Android based system if you intend to keep your X5 for a reasonable length of time. If that is not the route you want to take might search Ebay for a Mediabridge. I don't think they are available any more but you might find a used one. That would give you bluetooth, handsfree phone, aux and Sirius radio if you add the module.

If the forum is worthwhile to you becoming a premier member is a good way to show your support.

If need help with search function or something you are doing feel free to PM me anytime. If I can't help I likely can recall a thread that can which would help with Key words for search.

I suggest you reconsider adding insults to your posts.

Oh now you want to help? Did you do anything to yours? Don't think so. Better not post anything.


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So of 1,239,377 views there are 9895 replies or posts. That's basically 0.79% of activity on this thread. I don't think anyone here is clogging up this thread. This forum has a handful of active members and I enjoy reading anything from anybody and learn every day from the members on this thread and others. :nanana:

You can see messages in your "Sent" messages folder? Mine reads 0 and has for a very long time. Other members report the same. This function used to work, but it's been quite awhile. You are a premier member so you have no real limit on your inbox either. I think the non-premier limit is 50. That's almost nothing at all if you are using the system to go back and forth on a topic. Crowz and I had 10+ I think alone when he was helping me with a solar system setup. Let alone saving PM's for future reference. I have hundreds on other car forums.

You have been around the e53 a long time, and have very helpful posts giving out good information in many cases. But then the other posts are just antagonistic and sometimes (as in this case) crotchety. Just loosen up a little and allow the knowledge to flow through natural conversation that comes up during the course of normal forum use. :thumbup:

I didn't do this "Today" but if a fellow enthusiast was interested :rofl:

OEM Aux Retrofit port
Dual USB Power Source
Firefly

Dual power source isn't necessary, you could get away with just one. But If you wanted to charge a phone it's nice to have the second port. Firefly was purchased off Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's a great setup, if you want fully cordless functionality. It connects automatically when you enter the vehicle (if your BT is on your phone). Simply select mode until AUX and boom :thumbup: In addition, if can simply be unplugged and the tray can be closed.

Ahhh very neat. Thanks.


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Ordered brand new tires all around.

Conti DWS 06 275/40/20 & 315/35/20 for $1052 and discount tires direct is currently offering up to 20% rebate using their CC which I have already and get 9 month 0% APR, PLUS Conti currently has $70 rebate w/ purchase of 4 tires so I think I got myself a pretty good deal.

I have the same setup on mine. You will love them. :thumbup:

Same setup we run on the wife's diesel X5. Great tires. :thumbup:

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I didn't single anyone out. It was a suggestion. Just an opinion that lately the posts unrelated to the thread title are higher than usual.

Usually when someone resorts to insults it is an indication they realize they have no responsible response so they lash out or make threats.

"Did I do anything to yours?" What is anything?

I cleaned the interior after making a run to the hospital and now have a new son (a boy that already got the seat dirty) I also found out that my X has a shake once you hit 193kph.

I have now come to the conclusion that there is an apparent BMW price schedule at the hospital.... (please insert a crying man's face here)https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...3792f0df91.jpg

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Congratulations!

Congratulations!

Thanks guys now I have to see if the traffic cameras got my plate or just a side view of a screaming woman[emoji38]

By the way DAC leather cleaner is awesome!!

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Congratulations EOD! Such a beautiful baby boy. I was 16 before I got to go 120 MPH. Jealous! :driver:

Key wasnt operating smoothly in door lock so I popped out the cylinder to see if it just needed some lube/clean.

Bummer: discovered the internal part broke again. Put back together and put back in the door as I hear ping ping donk as some parts fell off into the door. Craaaap. Oh well I was already going to order the kit and fortunately it includes all of the parts that now rest at the bottom of my door. $9 Amazon prime next day.

I might try to add some reinforcement when putting back together it's a terribly weak design very thin pot metal they only last because people never use the actual key.

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So this is the part that self destructs. It's designed too thin and will snap after about 1000 uses. That will last quite a long time until your key fob won't unlock the door. After that you get about a year. I've had to replace mine twice now.

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Door Lock Repair Kit for BMW E53... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQQQE80?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I bought this kit and it was ∞ better than the first one I bought which wasn't the right size and I had to sand/file to fit. This one all the parts just dropped in save the roll pin meant to hold it together. I just didn't install it. (I didn't put the pin in last time and after 18 months no sign of it being needed


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Got a nice foam bath, clay bar and sealent to hold me up till I can do some real paint correction come spring time.
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Also re-calibrated my ride height set it to 27.5" front and 28" rear (from bottom of wheel to edge of fender) and replaced my PS reservoir with fresh fluid.

Did the reservoir in hopes that it wouget rid of the whine when full lock but no success. At least it has fresh fluid and filter now.


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At least she's clean till winter SALT sets in....;-)
U forgot the after pic

How did you recalibrate the ride height?


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I used INPA for the calibration.


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Is there a go to on here.
I have INPA but I'm not very good at anything with it besides reading codes and clearing them.
I need to recalibrate mine, as my TPMS light stays on due to the drop with H&R springs.


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4.8is Ride Height Calibration
https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?sha...2&share_type=t

It's the same for 2 or 4 axle models. Just choose the correct one on INPA


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Do you have true TPMS or the FTM (Flat Tyre Monitor) that uses the ABS system? Resetting the FTM is just a simple matter of using the centre console button to reset the light.

http://bimmerboard.com/members/q/ori...e%20System.jpg

(image thanks to QSilver7)

FTM, I couldn't remember the name.
I am lowered so because the ride height is off. It constantly thinks I have a flat regardless of what the wheel speed sensors say.



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Thanks. I'll try that.


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That IS odd - the FTM has no connection to ride height, nor should ride height affect the FTM.

The FTM only reads ABS speed sensors...

What did you do to / for your E53 today??
 

Not according to the manual. I'm pretty sure I read that is uses the speed sensors AND height monitors to determine tire deflation status.


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This is the wrong thread for this but FWIW, the ride height sensors don't change when a tyre goes flat. The axle AND the car both drop on that corner, so the ride height sensor doesn't (and can't) detect this. ;)

What he said. The leveling suspension keeps the axle the same distance from the body. Tire goes flat it's not going to push the axle lower to compensate.


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Well poop. Why won't the light go away. I can't reset it. Nothing happens.
In another thread I read it does his when cars are lowered with coilovers and such.


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Replaced Bank 2 precat O2 sensor on 4.8iS. On that engine all 4 sensors are under the car and reinforcement plate must be removed to access precat sensors.

Check engine oil level message appeared on the display of the M54 powered 6MTE53. At 128,096 miles and 2,529 miles since the last oil service 1 quart of 0W-40 M1 was added.

Running gear service planning has commenced. For the transmission service I plan on Red Line. Should I use MTL or MT-90? I know this has been discussed before though I have seen different possibilities depending on when the thread was created. Also what should be used in the transfer case and front and rear diffs?

Brad

My car is lowered. No issues with tire pressure errors. Id check the actual TPM's on the wheels.

I've checked pressures multiple times. Matched them to the door jam numbers. Still won't clear.


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Got a new set of Conti Extreme Contact DWS06 275x40x20 for the front with alignment. With snow and ice coming this weekend, glad to have that done. :thumbup:

Lol just got my 4 new DWS06s put on yesterday for our trip up the the NC mountains for the weekend. Going to be fun! 😁😳

New oil pan, gasket and oil level sensor along with oil change. New water pump and hoses. An extra hand is practically a necessity with that water pump, gasket and those two metal pipes. Sheet I hope that’s the last water pump I put on this thing!

2002 X5 4.4


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Should see a lot of weather up there this weekend be careful and have fun.

My rears are only 8 months old and the fronts were only 1 year old but my lackadaisical rebuilding of my front end over 3 months (4 control arms and ball joints) left the front out of alignment and severely toed-in (.3 degrees each side). Should have taken care of it all at once. It drove straight and true but wore the outer edge of the tires away... Fast...

Live and learn... Always nice to have new shoes though! :thumbup:

You can have the tires re-mounted 180° to move the wear pattern to the inside v outside. As little as $10-20 each


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Conti extreme contact tires are directional so they can't be reversed.

By the time I inspected the tires, I actually had visible signs of cord showing through. I noticed the wear was extreme a month ago but still had not done the ball joints. I spent way too much time worrying about my capabilities to get them changed and ignored the obvious. My bad. Another $450 less in the BMW maintenance account.

What did you do to / for your E53 today??
 

That's why you have to remount them not just rotate. I used to do that at least once on my Camaro to extend the life since that car is notorious at scrubbing the outer fronts. Swap the front rims then move to the back to get half cross rotation

I know, I know...:slap:

Working on my car is like a box of chocolates, ya never what ya gonna get.

Getting my new tires mounted and balanced, the shop showed me on of my front rims was repaired, showed a small weld on the outer rim of the inside. SMH, FML....


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A bit surprising but if you aren't racing or hard core off roading I wouldn't have a problem with it. The load is spread out pretty even on the tire bead. some quick napkin math shows an estimate of 5500# of force on the bead and 58" of bead on an 18" rim meaning a static load of less than 100# per linear inch. A weld in aluminum thick as a rim can easily handle that.

28" wheel diameter minus 18" rim diameter 30psi was about 11,000# force. Half held by the tread half by the rim 5500# ish.

If the rim is already dealing with 11000# of force (both sides) the additional weight of the car is only 11-15% more than when lifted off the ground. Impacts like pot hole will likely not amount to much more than double the weight of the car so 22-30% more than static load. The sidewall will act like spokes to distribute the load evenly around the rim so you don't have to worry about that one spot taking much extra load when hitting the bottom.

Short story--rims are repaired all the time. If you are concerned take it to place that repairs rims and have them evaluate quality of repair and any risk.

I'm fine with it, I send wheelsnto get repaired all the time and even drive on bent wheels on my other beaters. Just wasn't aware and p/o-seller failed to mention it to me.


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That sucks that you weren't aware from the previous owner. Maybe, though, the previous owner didn't even know because he was never told as the owner before never told them.

Filled up with 24.5 gallons of go juice at BJ's just now. $2.87 per gallon for 93.

Drove 504 miles on last fill up 8 days ago. Nearly 22 MPG.

Brad

Installed my backup camera this morning before the snow hits. Just couldn't see this thing sitting on my desk for the next 5 weeks while I wait for my //Avin Avant-3 system to arrive so I took the opportunity to get this time consuming process out of the way .

Getting the wires through the snorkel boot from the rear fuse box and run nicely through the upper hatch, drilling and mounting the camera took about 3 hours taking my time and cleaning up as I went along. I have the wires tucked away next to the rear fuse box and will wire the power and ground and run the RCA cable to the front a little later. It was getting f'ing cold out there, I couldn't feel my fingers... :thumbup:

Wow that's as clean of an installation as possibly could do; beautiful


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I'm pretty happy with the camera. 120 degree FOV and clear for standard definition. It looks crappy from my phone picture through a cheap stand alone monitor but it looks great on the monitor itself. At least I know the routing and wiring was a success and the mirror reverse image is correct! I cut the wire for the parking lines and plan to have the option to turn them on or off in the app. :thumbup:

Yes. Very clean install.


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Another option- drill a hole in the truck and run the wire directly to the backup camera. Secure using the existing slot in the trailer hitch cover so it is centered between the parking distance sensors.

What is that in the 2nd pic?


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What did you do to / for your E53 today??
 

Water/meth injection.

Are you boosted BC?


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Pretty sure he has a supercharger and NOS, the big bottle.

dropped oil , refilled with new shell helix ultra , lets see if this works :)
oh and I cleaned the inside of the windscreen as it was filthy

Nice! I want that. Is there an install write up somewhere and a link to that camera? What head unit you have now? Would this camera work on the factory head unit?

All the credit on this one goes to one our our members Crowz. He did this a year ago and documented the install along with a link to the camera on Amazon. I spent $20 delivered for this one.

Backup-Reverse Camera | Crowz Nest

I'm sure this would work with the factory head unit but I think you need the factory TV module along with the factory navigation. I have not personally done this install for the factory navigation systems but there are a few of our members that have.

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...avigation.html

My am converting my X5 over to the android system and putting the camera in ahead of time was just to get it out of the way. It does take a few hours to do it right.

That's the meth injection pump. Running Snow meth injection with controller and 150 shot of nitrous. Meth is to prevent spark knock by increasing effective octane.

Nokian hakkapeliitta r3 are all set to go but still sitting in the garage, waiting till the snow is about to fly before bolting them up

should be interesting to see how these stand up to the Pirelli Scorpion Ice and Snows I had on it prior. The Nokians were only about $8each more expensive so I decided to go with the Gold Standard :)

Put my rebuilt calipers on and new Zimmerman rotors and Akebono pads. Bled the system three times and brakes are kind of mushy. Going to have to get more brake fluid and do an ABS and precharge pump bleed with my Schwaben tool. Strange. Followed the Bentley instructions when changing the calipers and got virtually no brake fluid leaking from the lines. Bled with a power bleeder. I dunno.

This weekend saw some work on big red.

Replaced the 5 bulbs behind the instrument cluster with new. One of mine had blown out and so replaced all of them.

Also got all of this ready to go to the body shop. Removed most of the double sided tape/reside and degreased/washed most of the parts so the painter wouldn't have to waste too much time. Painter picked everything up Friday evening. Supposed to be ready tomorrow, but if it's not ready until the end of the week that's fine. I'd rather it be done right than fast.

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Also got under the truck to assess the condition of the seals. Last oil change I had done was at the dealer (was really pressed for time) and they used the OE fluids... so of course it found every failing seal possible. Started degreasing it and will clean it all up. Going to drop the oil that's in it and refill with the not-so-secret sauce. Hadn't had a problem with these type of leaks in the past so hoping this will buy me a few months to complete a few other obligations before tackling a huge engine maintenance list.

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While down there I checked all the torque values on the front suspension rebuild I had done because I had a clunk from the front end when changing directions (FWD to REV, and vice versa). All of the fasteners were good save the front tension arms connection at the bushing to the subframe. Those were considerably loose. Not loose, but not torqued either, got another half turn or so... torqued them down to 122ftlbs and we'll see if that helps the noise after she's back together.

Sounds like what my front end knock was. Definitely solved mine. :thumbup:

So funny. I totally had this problem at the start of the year. Took a bit, but it was exactly this. Mayeb a solid prcatice is to reinspect and retourque a few weeks after install.

Absolutely. Drove me crazy for a couple of weeks. I never would have thought that loud knocking/clicking was a bolt that already had some stout torque on it. Just not enough. :thumbup:

Thank you!! I appreciate the efforts you and all the other regulars do to help us less skilled folk!!

You're welcome anytime. Remember, not less skilled, just less experienced. Stay with us, you will get that experience. :thumbup:

Replaced the F/P/S window regulator and accelerator base plate.

Replaced the front o2 sensors the other day as I already had the truck in the air and had the sensors sitting on a shelf. I had the reinforcement plate off for inspection so made the job fairly easy.

Took out the thin dealership oil and put 20w50 in + lucas oil stabilizer. Also going to add a bit of at205 in there for good measure. Temporary measure to keep the freshly degreased engine from getting filthy again before I do all the seals. Spent a good couple of hours in there with brake clean, purple power, and water. I hate working on oil soaked engines.

Waiting for my aero kit to get back from the body shop... can't wait to drive the truck again and see if tightening the front tension arms at the subframe cured my clunking. Can't believe I did not torque them on initial installation. Or maybe they loosened. Yeah that's it, maybe that's what happened. ;)

Retrofit sunglasses holder to my 4.8iS. Part number below for anyone who wants to do this. Bought part via my dealership for $50. I may be possible to get it a little cheaper on eBay. I just swapped over all my other controls (Sunroof button, garage opener, SOS/Phone, etc) Very easy to do - just (4) torx bits and unplug electronics.

PN# 51447031433

Not possible in all cars as some of us have the alarm's interior ultra-sonic transducer module in that location. :(

Yeah I just unplugged my IUST module.

I don't forsee anyone trying to steal my vehicle from the inside haha

Damn. :(


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New Bosch battery and a newly broken positive cable clamp.

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Ordered parts for Heated Steering wheel retrofit. Fuse 29 is in the glovebox so this shouldn't be too hard. Went out for brunch, and will be driving it to the annual ZSCCA Holiday dinner tonight in Sea Isle City. Snapped these shots while I was out and about.
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Looking good! Gotta love the rear fogs! :thumbup:

Amancuso, x5 looks great.

Replaced my air filter (always a mission on an M57!) and the turbo charge hose formed gasket (which had arrived from Latvia about two weeks after I replaced the exhaust manifold).

Now to chase an intermittent annoying high-pitched squeal from right rear wheel (brake rotor wear lip I suspect... probably should replace rotors/pads.).

I recently fixed a squeal on all four brakes of a Volvo I maintain simply removing and reinstalled the pads using anti-squeak under them. Instant cure.

This squeal sounds like brakes but only occurs between 15-40mph, gets louder in right turns and quieter in left turns and does not vary with brake application or park brake application. Have applied copper grease etc., checked backing plate, replaced park brake shoes. Nuttin...

I had similar when rust chip fell off the rock guard and rubbed on the rotor.


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Replacing straight pipes with an x-pipe as I type this at the shop.


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Grab a picture while its up on the rack :thumbup:

Yesplease


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Looks awesome. What's the gain roughly by adding?

Noise! The sweet, sweet sound of a V8 finally unfettered by the center resonators. Not many BMWs sound like these when they're unmuffled- even if just partly.

Sweet. Wondering what the Dinan Exhaust actually is on the X5 I just bought. Ships tomorrow, so I havent seen it yet. I suspect the baffles have been removed from the mufflers like on my E38.

What else is done to your exhaust.
Just the x pipe. Any sound clips?


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Had just straight pipes before, everything else is stock.

It reduced the volume to about 50% quieter and a cleaner sound.

Will get sound clips soon, way to windy right now.


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Thank you Mr. Robot. Looks like they did an excellent job. Nice welds! :thumbup:

The Dinan exhaust is a bespoke axle back system, not just modified stock mufflers.


Which X5 did you end up buying? I know the two of us were shopping at the same time. I ended up buying Schwaggen's car.

Put winter wheel/tire setup on the new '03

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What did you do to / for your E53 today??
 

Spotted these on the bay.
I'm wondering if they're worth a damn. Clip sounds good.
I wish it wasn't double walled tho?

https://ebay.us/UZIEIT


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Well, they look nice.

Just some side marker lights today. It was amazing how I never noticed they were yellowing... Fail... https://www.e46fanatics.com/forum/im...palmsmiley.gif

Going to source some Style 87's?

Yeah, already found a set locally.

Yeah I went to a performance shop instead of a local muffler shop because I hate booger welds lol

I'm honestly really bumped how much quieter it is now. But you can definitely hear how smooth it is even at idle.

Gotta start looking for something else now... Not gonna go back to straight pipes but maybe change out the mufflers.


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I found one off the beaten path. It wasn't posted long before I swooped in.

2002 BMW X5 4.6is Stage 3.
107k
Original owner has 20+ cars, purchased it new. Maintained 100% with
full records back to day one. Sold 5 years ago to his personal chef
who lives on his property with 90k on the clock, so in 5 years she drove it
17k miles. He had his personal mechanic service it after purchase. The owner and her husband bought new cars and had'nt driven the X5 in 6-7 months past cranking it and a short errand. Always garaged. Came with winter tires/wheels (new Blizzaks) and a perfect set of Style 87's with new rubber on all 4 as well. The seller liked the woodgrain better than the silver trim, so it has a dark wood trim in it now, but the full silver trim set down to the shifter knob came along with it. #score

It should be here Sat or Sun, hoping to detail it and get some pics up.

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Reading up on the 4.6is models, looks like 3000 or 4000 were made in total.
Also they have bigger brakes than the 4.4 models, which is a nice +. I retrofitted 750 brakes to my 740 for some added stopping power, probably negated by the ceramic pads i went with that dont dust and dont stop as well as the super duster 5000 pads they come with. :rofl:

Awesome, THE best looking wheel on these imho.

Selling the ones that came on it? They might fetch some recovery coin!

Replaced the fuel pump; gotter going.





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