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Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 06-06-2013, 09:56 AM

Replies: 16 180,000 mile ATF change Views: 446 Posted By Mikes530 Mike Miller's advice is very sound and I took it... Mike Miller's advice is very sound and I took it into account when making my decision. I had 120K on the tranny and it was fine except that the shifts were slightly harsher than I remembered from new...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-27-2013, 02:40 PM

Replies: 31 Stubborn oil leak, what else could leak? Views: 900 Posted By Mikes530 You say that smoke is coming from under the hood.... You say that smoke is coming from under the hood. Open the hood with the engine hot and running, you should be able to get an approximation where the smoke is coming from. Wait until the engine is...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-22-2013, 03:26 PM

Replies: 17 M54 oil consumption solved (better than catch-can) - CCV related Views: 750 Posted By Mikes530 Very interesting. I've experienced the exact same... Very interesting. I've experienced the exact same thing (almost zero oil consumption, CCV changed to the insulated version then a significant and immediate increase in consumption). Do you know what...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-11-2013, 04:11 PM

Replies: 27 Just bought my first bmw and already need help :) Views: 807 Posted By Mikes530 Again, what does or doesn't work? Go... Again, what does or doesn't work? Go systematically through all the systems in the car one by one, then make a list of what is not working. Does the car start, does it run properly, are there any...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-10-2013, 08:45 PM

Replies: 27 Just bought my first bmw and already need help :) Views: 807 Posted By Mikes530 Which wires are disconnected? What symptoms do... Which wires are disconnected? What symptoms do you have as a result of the disconnected wires? To get an answer you need to be specific, a photo would be nice. Ooopps sorry for the duplication...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-05-2013, 04:21 PM

Replies: 4 trans fill or add Views: 156 Posted By Mikes530 To change or not to change is a personal choice... To change or not to change is a personal choice as there are differing opinions. First thing is to check your fluid level.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-05-2013, 04:12 PM

Replies: 4 trans fill or add Views: 156 Posted By Mikes530 Model? Year? Mileage? Search this site on... Model? Year? Mileage? Search this site on how to check your fluid level. At the same time you can check the color of the fluid to determine how old it is. You can make your decision to top up or...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-01-2013, 04:21 PM

Replies: 12 The Making of a BMW Views: 372 Posted By Mikes530 Wasn't that the Terminator screwing on the hood... Wasn't that the Terminator screwing on the hood hinges? Nice vid, thanks.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-30-2013, 02:51 PM

Replies: 17 Pixel problem on the radio only!! Views: 547 Posted By Mikes530 Seems as if everyone is in a testy mood lately,... Seems as if everyone is in a testy mood lately, maybe it's the full moon or the Cyprus banking crisis or North Korean nukes. I knew what he meant, you knew what he meant, probably most people reading...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-29-2013, 07:46 PM

Replies: 12 Sensor under intake manifoild Views: 449 Posted By Mikes530 No, the vanos seals can be done with the manifold... No, the vanos seals can be done with the manifold in place. see the beisan systems site for instructions. http://www.beisansystems.com/procedures/vanos_single_procedure.htm

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-27-2013, 12:53 PM

Replies: 10 Going to change my oil today 2001 530i with I-6 Views: 410 Posted By Mikes530 +2 Fram has one of the worst reputations for... +2 Fram has one of the worst reputations for quality. They're very good at marketing though.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-26-2013, 12:06 PM

Replies: 78 Got the 1.2 bar expansion tank cap from German Auto Solutions Views: 3,183 Posted By Mikes530 Nice idea. How about using the space where those... Nice idea. How about using the space where those plastic things that BMW calls "cup holders" sit? There could be 2 thin digital readouts, one for the coolant temp and one for (say) oil pressure or...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-26-2013, 06:48 AM

Replies: 78 Got the 1.2 bar expansion tank cap from German Auto Solutions Views: 3,183 Posted By Mikes530 So true. A few months ago my gas mileage started... So true. A few months ago my gas mileage started deteriorating but I attributed it to the colder temps. After a while I noticed that my temp gauge had moved slightly (about 1/8 ") to the left of...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-25-2013, 06:33 PM

Replies: 1 Vehicle burning smell, oil leak, white smoke, short distance driving.. Views: 198 Posted By Mikes530 Search this board for how to check your CCV.... Search this board for how to check your CCV. Sounds like a classic case.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-24-2013, 04:00 PM

Replies: 4 German Auto Solutions Product Announcements Views: 299 Posted By Mikes530 Good stuff Gary. I was really pleased with your... Good stuff Gary. I was really pleased with your rad cap and DISA kit, top quality all the way. How's the CCV project coming along?

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-22-2013, 08:42 AM

Replies: 31 Would you pay for a BMW rotor ? Views: 913 Posted By Mikes530 Exactly! Do you think that BMW "recommends... Exactly! Do you think that BMW "recommends Castrol" because it's better or because Castrol was plastered on the side of the (since discontinued) BMW F1 race car? If you believe the former then...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-21-2013, 06:49 PM

Replies: 5 2002 530 acting weird... Views: 237 Posted By Mikes530 Sounds like a partially plugged crankcase... Sounds like a partially plugged crankcase ventilation system. Search this board for how to check it.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-21-2013, 04:28 AM

Replies: 31 Would you pay for a BMW rotor ? Views: 913 Posted By Mikes530 +1 Unless you're tracking, go with basic rotors... +1 Unless you're tracking, go with basic rotors and save a lot of $. They're just fine for street use.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-19-2013, 05:54 PM

Replies: 45 when did you realize you 'had to have' an e39? Views: 1,659 Posted By Mikes530 I was driving a Passat when a friend bought a 525... I was driving a Passat when a friend bought a 525 and let me take it out for a spin. I was smitten immediately and vowed to try and get one. In '03 the last of the E39's was being delivered and the...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-18-2013, 02:05 PM

Replies: 26 Two years of ownership - total cost of ownership...full costs inside Views: 1,021 Posted By Mikes530 At least you know a thing or two about rugby. I'm... At least you know a thing or two about rugby. I'm still crying over England's demolition by Wales this weekend:bawling:

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-18-2013, 01:56 PM

Replies: 26 Two years of ownership - total cost of ownership...full costs inside Views: 1,021 Posted By Mikes530 As far as FSUs are concerned I don't know what... As far as FSUs are concerned I don't know what "OEM" means (see the FSU threads on this board for an explanation). The prices I quoted were for a Behr unit, no indication if they were made in Germany...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-17-2013, 08:11 PM

Replies: 26 Two years of ownership - total cost of ownership...full costs inside Views: 1,021 Posted By Mikes530 Equivalent in the US $50, in Canada $68 parts, &... Equivalent in the US $50, in Canada $68 parts, & 15min DIY. You guys in NZ really get hosed, captive audience I guess.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-16-2013, 07:55 AM

Replies: 26 Two years of ownership - total cost of ownership...full costs inside Views: 1,021 Posted By Mikes530 Reading this post is like watching a train wreck... Reading this post is like watching a train wreck in slow motion. The prices you are paying are just extraordinary. How do parts prices in NZ compare to US prices? What is the typical indy/dealer...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-15-2013, 01:38 PM

Replies: 21 Meyle HD vs. OEM REAR SUBFRAME BUSHINGS Views: 1,033 Posted By Mikes530 No personal experience but for what it's worth I... No personal experience but for what it's worth I asked a local indie the same question. He has worked exclusively on BMWs for 30+ yrs and also runs a BMW racing team. He said that he has stopped...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-15-2013, 01:26 PM

Replies: 12 "BMW dealer" parts to Canada Views: 440 Posted By Mikes530 +1 on Autopartsway, I've used them several times... +1 on Autopartsway, I've used them several times and never a problem. You might have to look elsewhere for some non-routine parts though.

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