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Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-17-2013, 01:02 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 283,428
Posted By Flybot
Too bad you couldnt find anybody that knew how to...

Too bad you couldnt find anybody that knew how to fix it.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-16-2013, 03:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 393
Posted By Flybot
If there is a coolant leak large enough for you...

If there is a coolant leak large enough for you to see steam you should be able to see dried coolant in the area of the leak. It will look like white sprayed or dripped on white residue. Look in the...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-16-2013, 05:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 261
Posted By Flybot
And thats how you do that. I figured it was...

And thats how you do that.

I figured it was amp.hrs / charge amps x some efficiency factor. But I never would have thought of the reserve capacity that Interstate talks about. Nice find.

If I...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 10:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 550
Posted By Flybot
How would they never mate properly? That doesn't...

How would they never mate properly? That doesn't sound right. An engine swap would only be easier if you have all the right tools, like a hoist and stand. Arse pain either way.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 07:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 550
Posted By Flybot
Interesting post. The pics of the internals...

Interesting post.

The pics of the internals give some clue as to the way the car has been treated. The cams are reasonably clean and no sludge, indicating it has had pretty decent oil change...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-11-2013, 04:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 243
Posted By Flybot
Go over the rubber with a rag soaked in mineral...

Go over the rubber with a rag soaked in mineral spirits. That will take off the oxidation. Then go over it with something like Back to Black.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-09-2013, 10:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 379
Posted By Flybot
Doesnt the crank sensor need to be shimmed...

Doesnt the crank sensor need to be shimmed correctly to get the correct reading from the flywheel? If the crank sensor isnt working right the engine will not run.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-05-2013, 05:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 224
Posted By Flybot
I can hear mive very slightly, if I listen for...

I can hear mive very slightly, if I listen for it. Slightly more when making turns. Like edjack said, they are not completely silent.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-04-2013, 05:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 235
Posted By Flybot
Are you saying it works now?

Are you saying it works now?
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-01-2013, 04:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 285
Posted By Flybot
The front is very easy to remove. Two bolts near...

The front is very easy to remove. Two bolts near the middle and clips on each end. Ive never done the back.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-26-2013, 05:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 772
Posted By Flybot
Interesting failure. You may have just gotten...

Interesting failure. You may have just gotten lucky and had a bad belt, or it may have been damaged by someone else and returned. It sounds like the belt failed first, you got overheated and the...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-26-2013, 05:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 664
Posted By Flybot
Why? Because coils and spark plugs are not the...

Why? Because coils and spark plugs are not the problem, and multiple replacements proves it. Intermittent failures are the worst. Its only fixed until it isnt anymore. If its the pump, it will...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-25-2013, 03:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 664
Posted By Flybot
It does sound like a fuel issue. If it happens to...

It does sound like a fuel issue. If it happens to random cylinders I would think its the fuel pump or filter. If it always happens to the same cylinders then its probably the injectors. Also, a...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-23-2013, 10:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 385
Posted By Flybot
Every automatic in the last 30-40 years has had a...

Every automatic in the last 30-40 years has had a kick down switch. No big deal. Same as if you manualy drop it into a lower gear when floored.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-19-2013, 04:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 476
Posted By Flybot
wash, wax and vac. Works like a charm. Dont...

wash, wax and vac. Works like a charm. Dont forget to clean the windows.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-07-2013, 05:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 398
Posted By Flybot
Look in the trunk on the drivers side for the nav...

Look in the trunk on the drivers side for the nav drive. If it has the DVD logo on the drive its a Mk IV, If it has nothing or the CD logo its a mk III.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-06-2013, 04:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 483
Posted By Flybot
Glad to hear its fixed. Hopefully it wont come...

Glad to hear its fixed. Hopefully it wont come back. It may have been a faulty fuse, or there could be a real electrical issue. A 30 amp is a pretty big fuse. Strange.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-05-2013, 05:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 860
Posted By Flybot
That actualy looks pretty cool. Id drive it to...

That actualy looks pretty cool. Id drive it to work. For a date or the track, Id still take the Porsche.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-05-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 860
Posted By Flybot
:rofl: I love it!

:rofl: I love it!
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-04-2013, 05:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 860
Posted By Flybot
This Yes +1 What he said

This
Yes
+1
What he said
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-04-2013, 11:28 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 860
Posted By Flybot
"Enough power" is so subjective its not even...

"Enough power" is so subjective its not even worth talking about, but I will anyway. My 528 has plenty of power. But I dont think my 987 R has nearly enough. All depends on what your doing.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-04-2013, 07:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 606
Posted By Flybot
How are you determining that it followed the coil?

How are you determining that it followed the coil?
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-04-2013, 05:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 606
Posted By Flybot
Next in line for Likely Suspect is one of the...

Next in line for Likely Suspect is one of the fuel injectors. If the VANOS was failed (not moving) it will be in the default retarded position, which is where it should be for idle.



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Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-03-2013, 05:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,251
Posted By Flybot
I didnt. I just tightened "really tight". Its a...

I didnt. I just tightened "really tight". Its a huge bolt. Pretty hard to hurt it.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-03-2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 483
Posted By Flybot
Anything is just a guess at this point. You need...

Anything is just a guess at this point. You need the transmission error codes.
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