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Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 02-14-2013, 07:03 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 3,547
Posted By tommyv
Great thread idea. It's very interesting to see...

Great thread idea. It's very interesting to see the festers past stables...Mine is below. For context, I'm 40 yrs old.

'69 VW beetle - Reliable car but SLOW
'82 VW Rabbit - Reliable, fun car that...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 11-14-2012, 04:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 760
Posted By tommyv
I should have mentioned this in my original post...

I should have mentioned this in my original post but I'm very familiar with the vent settings in Idrive and all vents are set to blow warm air. And it's been cold here for weeks so if it was related...
Forum: Cars - Private Party 11-13-2012, 06:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,057
Posted By tommyv
Geez, did you ever even sit in those seats?? that...

Geez, did you ever even sit in those seats?? that thing looks brand new man! you'll have no problem selling that beauty.
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 11-13-2012, 05:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 760
Posted By tommyv
defrost blows hot vents blow cold

a new HVAC problem here...when set on auto at my standard 70 degree setting the defrost vents on the dash all blow warm air as expected on a 40 degree day but all the upper vents are blowing cold...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 11-04-2012, 07:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 246
Posted By tommyv
Indy is short for an independent repair shop as...

Indy is short for an independent repair shop as opposed to a dealer service dept.
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 11-04-2012, 03:54 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 20,724
Posted By tommyv
Out of curiosity, was the transmission replaced...

Out of curiosity, was the transmission replaced or repaired in some way?
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 11-03-2012, 06:18 AM
Replies: 630
Views: 120,556
Posted By tommyv
yesterday I had the sealing sleeve and leaking...

yesterday I had the sealing sleeve and leaking trans pan replaced. Replaced fluid with Redline D4 and all of my surging issues are gone. Total cost for the work was $735. My symptoms prior to the...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 10-20-2012, 04:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,526
Posted By tommyv
I want to order this today as well and have the...

I want to order this today as well and have the same question. surprising that the molding would be different based upon lamination/no lamination?
Forum: Cars - Private Party 09-26-2012, 05:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,694
Posted By tommyv
Just my 2 cents of course, but with transmission...

Just my 2 cents of course, but with transmission issues and oil leaks present, your potential market is significantly decreased to solely wrench turners looking for a project car - and no doubt a...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-21-2012, 04:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,232
Posted By tommyv
I think you'll love the way it drives for sure....

I think you'll love the way it drives for sure. The V8 sounds great too. search for oil leaks, coolant leaks and transmission issues on this forum and read for a good hour. The good thing for you is...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-14-2012, 08:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 470
Posted By tommyv
+1 – Additionally, it’s not an if but when...

+1 – Additionally, it’s not an if but when scenario on most of the major repairs. Oil, coolant and transmission leaks are the norm not the exception with the 545i. I’ve owned mine for exactly 2 years...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-14-2012, 08:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 470
Posted By tommyv
Transmission leaks and definitely have them check...

Transmission leaks and definitely have them check for a valley coolant leak. Also look for signs of water in the trunk from blocked sunroof drains and/or failed rear window seal. You can check the...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-14-2012, 06:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 523
Posted By tommyv
Is there a trans fluid level sensor on E60s?

Hi All – Does anyone know if there is a level sensor for the transmission fluid on the E60s? I just read through the manual and didn’t find the answer there. My searches turned up info on checking...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-10-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,065
Posted By tommyv
Looks very nice! The black roof looks awesome too

Looks very nice! The black roof looks awesome too
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-08-2012, 06:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,060
Posted By tommyv
I would remove the resevoir. the hoses just...

I would remove the resevoir. the hoses just unclip and then a couple screws to remove the resevoir. then you can turn it upside down and fish it out. reinstall, and then follow the below procedure to...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-03-2012, 02:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,559
Posted By tommyv
first of all - sorry for the threadjack. I...

first of all - sorry for the threadjack. I intended my earlier post to be a new topic - oops.

anyway, it sounds as though changing the trans fluid is a generally a good precautionary measure to...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 09-03-2012, 07:03 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,559
Posted By tommyv
Refill with old Tranny fluid after trans pan replacement?

My Indy told me that they recommend refilling the trans with the old tranny fluid following a trans pan replacement. When I questioned them on this practice, they said that they used to replace the...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 08-18-2012, 03:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,093
Posted By tommyv
40$?? I thought you missed a few zeros when I...

40$?? I thought you missed a few zeros when I first read your post lol. If you can solve the mechatronics problem with a $40 part you might just be the hero of the E60 forum. I'd be curious to...
Forum: Cars - Private Party 08-14-2012, 06:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,021
Posted By tommyv
what a fine example of a well kept 7. love the...

what a fine example of a well kept 7. love the color too. GLWS
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 08-09-2012, 06:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 790
Posted By tommyv
I know, it seems like a lot of...

I know, it seems like a lot of repairs...unfortunately, these items are all common failure points on this car. and worse still, I LOVE this car so I will probably continue to take the beatings as...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 08-09-2012, 08:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 790
Posted By tommyv
that's all out of pocket. the 100k mile/6 yr CPO...

that's all out of pocket. the 100k mile/6 yr CPO warranty ran out a couple months prior to all this work.:thumbdwn:
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 08-09-2012, 04:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 790
Posted By tommyv
I forgot to state that i bought the car with 60k...

I forgot to state that i bought the car with 60k miles and it now has 80k.
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 08-08-2012, 06:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 790
Posted By tommyv
2 year ownership summary - 2005 545i

I've owned my 2005 545i for 2 yrs. now. I just had my second yearly maintenance visit to the indy (Bimmerworks in West Chester PA) and I thought I'd give a summary of cost of ownership. despite the...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 07-24-2012, 06:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,279
Posted By tommyv
Thanks Borderchris. Like all jobs I've tackled on...

Thanks Borderchris. Like all jobs I've tackled on this car, I was only able to do it with the help of you fellow festers. btw, I have garage envy from looking at your photo!
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 07-23-2012, 04:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,279
Posted By tommyv
Just following up for future searchers - I tried...

Just following up for future searchers - I tried a small screw driver and the only one small enough to fit bent when I tried to work the clamp loose. So I ended up using a pair of pliers and just...
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