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Posts posted by GunMetalGrey
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That was a bargain for sure, even if you write the chassis off.
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Been there, broken that haha.
Fragile lil guy...
Looking good on the new wheels! -
I'm glad to see you keeping with the black piping and clamps! Subtle, but a touch of class!
Watch that IAT for heat soak as it can do some weird stuff. I had it up so far toward the intercooler so the headlight cover plate would block off engine bay heat from the sensor as much as possible.
Excellent documentation as always! -
A man after my heart with those wheels!
I love that you still own this thing, I remember bombing around in Fon Du Lac in it when we met to transfer ownership of some parts. It's come a long way since then! -
22 hours ago, YoungCR said:
Perfect, looking to be incognito unless putting the hammer down.
Hmm, not sure if I'd go that far. I turned a few heads last night rolling into a trailhead and had a guy roll over to say how sweet it sounded.
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13 hours ago, YoungCR said:
Did you get the cat? What else did you need for install? I'd assume I'd just need these EGR block off's additionally. Forgot the VRSF has a resonator as well which I'd like, are you happy with the sound?
https://www.tunemyeuro.com/bmw-x5-e70-low-pressure-egr-block-off-plate/https://www.tunemyeuro.com/bmw-e70-x5-lp-egr-coolant-block-off-kit/
I did not get the cat, but doing it again I may. It's not bad but I like cruising with the windows open and spend time crawling around so I feel the smell may become a tad much. I may end up trying to get a catted one.
Sound is pleasant, lots of turbo noise and a tiny bit of engine with the windows open. With windows closed I can't tell a difference from stock which is nice.
I did the EGR racepipe at the same time (Bimmertune) and that came with the coolant blockoffs for that, and picked up the plate you linked above from a different source.
The turbo noises and power gains are very fun. -
I am both amused and amazed at the 2x4 crank holder
Bravo sir
I am impressed it held up to that (once)
Engine bay is looking quite clean! I look forward to seeing videos of non lifter tick auto-x runs! -
I did the delete on mine recently and am very pleased with how it turned out.
I would like to note that I would rather do rod bearings on the M3 again before doing another X5d delete... It was a lot of patience and odd body positioning.
I went with the VSRF down / midpipe and the fit-up was pretty decent. I saw you had the buzzken one in there which is over twice the cost. -
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What size are they?
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I dislike the phrasing that ECS used for their lift, as there is no height issues limiting tire size. The limit to tire size is the front spindle design, the control arm ball joint mtg is over the tire instead of behind it. You are physically limited to a 31" OD tire unless you completely redesign the front suspension or run a large spacer.
17 hours ago, HipMF said:I;m thinking about thos Sidewalls.
They're less sidewally than I wished for, but the brakes limit me to an 18" wheel, and the upper control arm / spindle limits me to a 31" tire without getting wild.
I looked at the rabbit hole that was "Stuffing 33's" under it and doing what it took, but at the end of the day it's my daily driver so I should avoid that.
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Fixed the offroad issue with some 18's and 31" all terrains (Falken Rubitrek)
I dig the look, and will enjoy it even more once I get the 20mm spacers in the rear!
I've got a bit of clearance work to be doing, but nothing major!
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What have you guys been doing for proper fluid level? The BMW procedure is quite... intensive
Though at least you have a lift! -
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Hitch installed
Nice an easy access to get that one installed.......
Got a bike rack after much deliberation. Settled on a 1up Recon 5 vertical rack. 5 places for bikes, pivots out of the way of the hatch, and weighs a cool 95lbs! I've been enjoying it vs the truck
Did some light off-road driving in Whistler to car camp after a day of biking (full size mattress fits perfectly with the seats folded down) and found I need to get rid of the 20's as soon as possible.
Went up to Mazama to visit a friend, rock climb, mountain bike, and go for a hike and brought the X5.
On the way back got an error for oil level over max, which I thought was odd as I had checked it after purchase and the oil level was near the top, but not over. Checked on the dipstick and it was indeed over the max mark, meaning the oil level sensor was intact. The oil smelled like diesel so the hunt was on. After pulling up the coolant temp and driving around a bit I found that the thermostat is stuck open, and am trying to find when the last DPF regen was as it likely got up to temp to be able to do a regen while climbing the mountains, but then cooled down and just dumped all that extra fuel into the oil. I can't get the coolant temp to go over 150 on the highway, with 140 being the average. Running temp is to be in the 190-195 range, so I'm getting plenty of fuel past the pistons.
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On 6/18/2022 at 8:31 AM, SteelBlue said:
I also can’t leave good and well enough alone so I’m always chasing something(or my own tail) in terms of what’s next.
Amen brother
I will say the E9X platform has been one of my favorites over the years, it just seems like everything is streamlined in the interior, no big screens or anything clouding the space, simple lines inside, but classy.
Chassis dynamics are great, with solid engine options to boot.
The fact that you enjoy this more than the F30 says a few things to me
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I don't know if you've experienced these in person, but it is truly amazing.
I was in an Audi Q8 with some guys in Switzerland and I couldn't believe how well it cut the light out around street signs and cars.
It was the best random thing to slip into the COVID legislation.