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Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) Yesterday, 10:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 952
Posted By doru
If the strut bearing support was seized, I would...

If the strut bearing support was seized, I would inspect the strut towers for mushrooming.
You will have to consider this: If the strut tower exhibits damage with non-sport setup, get reinforcement...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) Yesterday, 10:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 343
Posted By doru
Just to be clear: ///M staggered OEM tire size:...

Just to be clear:
///M staggered OEM tire size:
F: 245 x 18 x 40
R: 275 x 18 x 35

530 & 540 M sport OEM staggered size:
F: 235 x 18 x 40
R: 265 x 18 x 35

If you have non-sport setup on...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) Yesterday, 10:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 392
Posted By doru
Agreed. When the black plastic starts turning...

Agreed. When the black plastic starts turning brownish, the plastic is done. Also, another thing to consider is flushing out the coolant every 2 years. Apparently the coolant additives wear out and...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) Yesterday, 12:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 392
Posted By doru
It's been almost 3 months with the 1.2 bar cap,...

It's been almost 3 months with the 1.2 bar cap, and no issues to report. Coolant level steady where it was beginning of March.
And I monitored the KTMP & cooling system closely. All works fine. I...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-23-2013, 07:12 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 17,222
Posted By doru
If it's a "solid state" injector - it's no...

If it's a "solid state" injector - it's no problem. The leak is developing at the O-ring level.
If it's a 2 part injector (like the Siemens for the M54), you have to assess the situation: It can...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-23-2013, 07:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 392
Posted By doru
DON'T DO THAT. Keep the coolant level between min...

DON'T DO THAT. Keep the coolant level between min & Max at cold, as per the owner's manual.
You want an air pocket, but not a large one. Going too low (coolant level) increases the risk of inducing...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-22-2013, 06:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 128
Posted By doru
All right. Thanks

All right. Thanks
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-22-2013, 05:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 128
Posted By doru
Is a heat gun OK, or is it too much heat? ...

Is a heat gun OK, or is it too much heat?

Thanks
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-22-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 128
Posted By doru
Need to remove a sticky rubber from the dash

As the title implies. This from my X5. The PO probably had a GPS base that has a sticky face on the dashboard. He probably lost the plastic part, and now I have the car with this ugly rubber/sponge...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-22-2013, 01:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 392
Posted By doru
I will try to explain: The OEM cap vents at 2...

I will try to explain: The OEM cap vents at 2 bars, the GAS cap vents at 1.2 bars (attained at 126°C - your Max operating temp should be 96°C, and if you park the car right after some spirited...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-22-2013, 01:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 340
Posted By doru
I ordered the color from ECS, and I will se if it...

I ordered the color from ECS, and I will se if it will come out OK. The color of these wheels seem like there's no color at all. Even if you look very close at the wheel, you would think it's a solid...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-21-2013, 01:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 219
Posted By doru
Some non-OEM cooling components fail prematurely....

Some non-OEM cooling components fail prematurely. Some fail even without starting the car after you change said component. Happened to me. Went to the dealership, paid premium, replaced the faulty...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-21-2013, 11:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 219
Posted By doru
Are the repair bills from dealer?

Are the repair bills from dealer?
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-21-2013, 07:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 263
Posted By doru
High oil level after service at dealership

I purchased an X5 - it was a too good deal to pass. Checked the truck when I purchased it, checked the oil level, but it was dark. Noticed that the plastic part with min-max was wet, so never thought...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-17-2013, 01:18 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,928
Posted By doru
So, Poolman, you say that little vac hose that...

So, Poolman, you say that little vac hose that attaches to the fuel filter needs to be "primed", or it can get clogged once you replace the fuel filter? It's funny you mentioned that, because I also...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-17-2013, 12:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 295
Posted By doru
This electric fan conversion is even more...

This electric fan conversion is even more fascinating today than it was 3 days ago. here's why:

2 days ago I purchased a X5 4.4 with the N62 engine. When I lifted the hood, to my surprise, it had...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-17-2013, 12:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 385
Posted By doru
Fudman, try these tires...

Fudman, try these tires (http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Bridgestone&tireModel=Potenza+RE970AS+Pole+Position&partnum=44WR8RE970PPXL&vehicleSearch=false&fromCompare1=yes). I have them...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-17-2013, 07:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 385
Posted By doru
I would think you'd be OK to have different brand...

I would think you'd be OK to have different brand front & different brand rear.
There might be 3 things to consider:

aspect/ratio sensible equal front vs rear
same performance category...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-17-2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 34,355
Posted By doru
Supradupe: I mentioned that this is a list with...

Supradupe: I mentioned that this is a list with probably all the oils around the globe. So what you don't find in your geographic location, someone else will, in his location. The list was published...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-16-2013, 12:25 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 34,355
Posted By doru
Because there are some misconceptions in this...

Because there are some misconceptions in this thread, attached are 2 files (from BMW). One is the engine code and the approved oil associated with it.
The other one is the complete list with BMW...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-16-2013, 07:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 207
Posted By doru
Hey, Josh, another thingy to look at: after...

Hey, Josh, another thingy to look at: after winter months, there is lots of debris lodged in the fins of the radiator, hence cooling isn't as good as the beginning of winter. Try to pressure clean...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-14-2013, 05:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 370
Posted By doru
I see. Using apps. I guess that'll work.

I see. Using apps. I guess that'll work.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-14-2013, 01:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 370
Posted By doru
What is the size? Does it fit without cutting...

What is the size? Does it fit without cutting behind? Why didn't you go with one that has navigation & Bluetooth? These are the most features beside the radio, that I use.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-10-2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 328
Posted By doru
Thank you Sir.

Thank you Sir.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-10-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 328
Posted By doru
Thanks for the feedback. So with a bad leak...

Thanks for the feedback.
So with a bad leak detection pump, you can still drive. What is this pump actually doing?
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