Search Results for ‘questions’

I recently noticed that my ICB boot had a tear in it so I quickly ran to the autozone to pick one up for my car. The Installation on it felt near impossible at first because the little arm would not bend well and it kept popping out so instead I grabbed my ripped boot and lodged a smaller hose...

Hello, I am trying to fully understand how the Flash/Update of all ECUs works. I read a lot of forum and blog posts, but yet there are things that I don't fully understand. Here are some questions that I could not found answers: Which one will be the safer solution to perform a full update of...

Hey guys, I just did something crazy and potentially stupid, I bought a reconstructed title, 2005 645ci manual transmission a few hours ago. Generally I would never buy a salvage title, but this thing is mean, too mean to let slip away, the mileage is fairly low at 80k. For the price I couldnt...

Hi there, This is my first post. I wanted to consult you guys before taking the plunge on a 2008 X5 4.8i. The truck has 91k miles. It's well optioned. Asking price is $12k. My questions are: 1- I hear valve stem seal is a very common issue. Is there a way to know if this has been done? No...

well guys, its time to bump it up a notch. I've been resrearching up and down, high and low, far and wide. My conclusion... Undecided. So, i thought I'd ask the folks who have gone through it all before. What ive got so far... Nada. Ziltch. Well... Alright, I lie, I've got a beautiful 2001 BMW...

I have a 2011 bmw x5 and i have a few codes that came up and wanted to know what you guys think CODE-005f49 DSC: Instrument Cluster :Interface CODE-00E5C4 CID, K-CAN: Line Fault CODE- No Message ( Control valve in the air conditioning compressor, 0x2D6)

Hey I'm new to these forums my 2006 323i BMW won't start I have 155,xxx kilometres on it the last couple days before the car gradually started with more hesitation and started then I made a short trip maybe a block and a half away and parked it for maybe two hours and when I tried to start it...

Hey guys! More questions as always! Just ordered my jb4 and the b58 intake as well. First, has anybody tuned their 340 yet? Any results/opinions? I know burger tuning makes great stuff but I'm worried because this engine is so new it may cause problems down the line. Unwarranted fear? Sorry, I...

So i bought my first bmw yesterday at 20. i got a 2000 e46, light blue, fully loaded, sport package, 17 inch rims, in perfect condition body wise. however the value gasket common oil leak is starting to happen. paid 2650 for it in amazing condition. it was garage kept its whole life. it has...

I'm a little new to leasing and was wondering if some of the experts out there could help me out with a proposal I received. I'm looking at BMW 328xi MSRP: $39,500 Options: $5,500 Destination: $995 Total: $45,995 So this was the proposal for the vehicle out the door (incl all fees, taxes, etc)...

Replacing the factory 245/45r19 Goodyear Eagle LS-2 RFT, which are 102V rated.. The tire variety goes down drastically at that rating or higher in that size. Will going down to 98V have an impact (noise, stability, control, steering, response, etc)? I am thinking about the Pirelli Cinturato...

i have a 2001 525i with a bad engine and i am about to buy a 2001 330i with a bad transmission. i would like to know how easy would it be to convert the 525 to the 3.0 engine. will it work? will transmission work? can i use the ecu off the 330 in the 525? i dont want to start the project until i...

Hi, I am wondering if anyone know where I can buy myself a turbo kit for my 318is. Suggestions would be appreciated, also I am not looking to doing any engine swaps just going to use the 4cyl 1.8L that is in there.

I am in the market to buy a BMW E30 325is. I am a bit scared, because i obviously dont want to buy a lemon... What should i ask the owner/look for when i inspect the car? Are there any main 'bad habits' E30's tend to have? I have already researched this online, but i would also prefer all of...

Just bought my new to me 760li it is an 04 with 78,000 miles the only reason I got it was because I loved the 745li and this was a 760li priced at 13,900$ I had never seen one for that low of a price so I testdrive the heck out of it and it had a slight 2:1 shift problem so I took a chance and...

I'm attending the show on the 20th, but I was wondering whether I can bring my little furry guy :D He's quite small actually, only 19 lb lol. So are dogs allowed at the show? Also, does Bimmerfest have a number I can call? I had a couple questions. Thanks guys :D

Im trying to purchase an M5 and came across this on craigslist in Miami "One of a kind, best deal on the internet!!! My loss is your gain, need money quick! 1 previous owner, 2006 BMW M5 with all possible upgrades, 79K miles, heads up display, sunroof, parktronic, navigation, logic7 surround...

Im trying to purchase an M5 and came across this on craigslist in Miami "One of a kind, best deal on the internet!!! My loss is your gain, need money quick! 1 previous owner, 2006 BMW M5 with all possible upgrades, 79K miles, heads up display, sunroof, parktronic, navigation, logic7 surround...