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Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) Yesterday, 01:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 210
Posted By nyclad
I had a similar issue and managed to remove the...

I had a similar issue and managed to remove the plastic connector on the taillight housing and "clean" up the metal connectors.

Here's the post with pics....
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-20-2013, 04:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 245
Posted By nyclad
$50 at autohausaz Back when I bought mine, I...

$50 at autohausaz

Back when I bought mine, I had just joined Bimmerfest (found it looking for the FSU answer) and didn't know any better, so I bought it at the dealer for $120.:cry:
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-07-2013, 03:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 174
Posted By nyclad
What are the symptoms that lead you to believe...

What are the symptoms that lead you to believe it's the motor?
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-07-2013, 09:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 252
Posted By nyclad
Similar problem solved

It sounds like you had a similar problem to what I experienced. With the help of people on this forum, I ended up removing and cleaning/sanding the contact points on the ignition. Check out the...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-22-2013, 06:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 623
Posted By nyclad
My non-insulated version has. I've replaced the...

My non-insulated version has. I've replaced the CCV twice, one about 60k miles ago (with a Febi) and I thought that went bad 30k miles ago, so I paid extra and bought the BMW branded CCV. Same thing,...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-21-2013, 04:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 287
Posted By nyclad
Try to post a video of the "rawing" noise. That'd...

Try to post a video of the "rawing" noise. That'd greatly help.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-19-2013, 02:40 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,571
Posted By nyclad
Um...can you post that larger so it's readable?...

Um...can you post that larger so it's readable? Thanks in advance.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-18-2013, 11:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 268
Posted By nyclad
I'd take it apart to see what happened first. I...

I'd take it apart to see what happened first. I bought the window regulator first, then after it arrived, I took the driver's door apart. Then I realized my problem was the rubber mounts had broken...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-15-2013, 01:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 265
Posted By nyclad
You can double check the built date with the last...

You can double check the built date with the last several digits of the VIN on www.realoem.com.

Nice acquisiton! Wished my interior looked that nice 10 years later.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-15-2013, 01:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 421
Posted By nyclad
Time for a cooling system overhaul. Looking at...

Time for a cooling system overhaul. Looking at yout pic, not only is that jury-rigged bolt/screw in place of the proper bleeder screw looking quite suspect, but looking to the right, the connection...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-05-2013, 02:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 888
Posted By nyclad
I've done a few of those deals where you have to...

I've done a few of those deals where you have to buy a filter. After 3 deals I had 3 of the same filters and sold them on eBay! Win-win!:D
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-27-2013, 01:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 833
Posted By nyclad
Does your e38 seat have the little metal clip...

Does your e38 seat have the little metal clip towards the rear of the inboard track like the e39 seats do? That metal clip restricts the seat going all the way back if it's still in place.
Forum: Parting Out 03-14-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,892
Posted By nyclad
Sorry, no offense, but the trunk release rubber...

Sorry, no offense, but the trunk release rubber mounting/grommet looks as bad as mine. I'm gonna have to pass. Thanks though.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-12-2013, 04:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 420
Posted By nyclad
+1000 :thumbup: I'm on another site for my...

+1000 :thumbup:

I'm on another site for my girlfriend's Infiniti, and the very detailed DIY's (especially photos) and problemsolving/discussion here far outshines that site as well as any site...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-12-2013, 04:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 363
Posted By nyclad
528it on Top Gear!

Hi guys,

Did you see the Africa/Nile used estate (stationwagon) car roadtrip on Top Gear? It's a 2 parter than spanned this week and last week? Jeremy Clarkson bought a used BMW 528it (right hand...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-12-2013, 04:16 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 32,845
Posted By nyclad
Congrats Musa! Looks like you were able to get...

Congrats Musa! Looks like you were able to get the oil pan a few inches lower than I could. I ended up cutting the gasket to get it past the pump pickup. I disconnected the stabilizer link, but not...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-11-2013, 05:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 512
Posted By nyclad
Try some heat periodically. I got my thrust arms...

Try some heat periodically. I got my thrust arms off by using PB blaster, then cranking it a half turn or so, then a little propane heat. It was cn90's suggestion when I had a question on that. He...
Forum: Parting Out 03-11-2013, 04:59 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,892
Posted By nyclad
I'd be interested in your exterior trunk release...

I'd be interested in your exterior trunk release and possibly the trunk shocks, if they're not too worn. I'm in Orange County, but usually in LA area most weekends. I kinda want to take a look at...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-08-2013, 02:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 639
Posted By nyclad
PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-08-2013, 02:41 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,098
Posted By nyclad
We don't need no stinkin' badges!:roundel: ...

We don't need no stinkin' badges!:roundel:

Glad to have you back CN!
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-18-2013, 04:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 231
Posted By nyclad
The high pitched squealing noises sound like...

The high pitched squealing noises sound like maybe the belts and tensioners/pulleys. Did you check them?
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-17-2013, 10:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 259
Posted By nyclad
Have you opened up the door yet to see what is...

Have you opened up the door yet to see what is inside? Do that first.

Sometimes, if the little rubber grips come off, the carriages that hold the glass can twist a little and get stuck on the...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-17-2013, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 339
Posted By nyclad
I did that too. Here'a a shot of the area with...

I did that too. Here'a a shot of the area with the insulation folded up showing my broken hose. The red oval in the middle is where the broken end of the brittle vinyl hose is located. The right oval...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-16-2013, 09:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 522
Posted By nyclad
Actually I checked some of the grounds a week...

Actually I checked some of the grounds a week ago, but only gave it a quick once over. But there are a lot of ground connections in the engine compartment and it was one of those that I never...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-15-2013, 04:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 522
Posted By nyclad
Hi guys, I finally found the loose...

Hi guys,

I finally found the loose connection.

It all happened while I was getting gas at the Fullerton Costco. I finished pumping gas and tried starting the car to leave and it was stone dead....
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