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Forum profile page for E39 (1997 - 2003) on http://www.bimmerfest.com.
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user's latest post:
Removing radiator
Published (2009-11-25 08:43:00)
Great DIY. For those who want Cooling System info on 1998 528i 5-sp , it is here (there is some overlap with later models such as 2002 525i): www.bimmerboard.com/forums/posts/199986
user's latest post:
question for those with...
Published (2009-11-25 09:51:00)
HIDs draw a lot of current to start, but once they've ignited it subsides. I'm not electrical-savvy enough to know how to fix this, but I'm sure there's something that can be done. Brownouts are bad for computers; I lost 3 hard drives (under warranty) in 2 months going from school to home (home in the country, where voltage ranges between 80 and 135V). Different kind of system but the the operation is still 12V.
user's latest post:
E39 m5 aftermarket stereo...
Published (2009-11-24 19:47:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by nike001 Just because you have a sub doesn't mean its a system haha. You have A SUB. Shut up. Oh HEYL no. Did a newbie just tell me to shut up? Why I hadn't seen this before. I'll make you a deal. I'll shut up when you go F yourself.
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Craziest 540i driver i've...
Published (2009-11-25 06:45:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by Tari IDK but would the M5 get walked like that a few times like in that vid? You arent kidding, that M5 got spanked!! I hope it was a 540....
user's latest post:
Check your Engine Mounts...
Published (2009-11-24 10:36:00)
It's on my list! Tranny mounts too! I will probably order them next week. PS- I also noticed that in JackCat's replacement, the intake manifold was covered in sand. Mine also gets caked with sand too! Why? Thanks! Jason
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528i Vanos Repair - Questions
Published (2009-11-25 07:44:00)
This is a relatively easy DIY. We did mine and Chris Lovell's over the last three weeks. It is intimidating but not that hard. The Beisan procedure is as well written as it gets. The degree of difficulty is about a 4-5 on a scale of 1-10. I just did my CCV and that was an 7-8. A major PITA. If you've replaced brake pads, you can do replace your seals. Hardest part was removing and reinstalling the fan blade. More importantly, the...
user's latest post:
some night pics
Published (2009-11-23 12:43:00)
looks nice
user's latest post:
ZF 5HP19 Facts, Document,...
Published (2009-11-25 08:10:00)
Tranny shops that can fix the ZF slushbox (no reverse issue among it) P.S.: Some people do not have the skills or tools to take off the tranny and fix it, me included (I can only do ATF change).
user's latest post:
Engine will not start on 1st try
Published (2009-11-24 08:22:00)
Does the engine spin over when the clutch is not depressed? There is a lockout sensor on the pedal linkage to prevent the starter motor from spinning with the clutch out. Does it do this when cold, or all the time? How do you know you have no spark?
user's latest post:
Valve Cover Gaskets Leaking...
Published (2009-11-24 21:36:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by TemporarySanity If RTV defeates the purpose of a gasket, then what purpose does a leaking gasket serve? A gasket does not need RTV all over if installed properly. Feel free to apply as much RTV as you want. I did mine over 10K miles and not one drop of oil. heck, you can even leave out the gasket and use only RTV if you want.
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Latest active threads on E39 (1997 - 2003)::
Started 7 months, 2 weeks ago (2009-04-16 15:00:00)
by biglovemp
Very nice.
Where did you get them from? Now all you need is to upgrade the fogs.
Started 1 day, 17 hours ago (2009-11-25 09:51:00)
by bmw_n00b13
HIDs draw a lot of current to start, but once they've ignited it subsides. I'm not electrical-savvy enough to know how to fix this, but I'm sure there's something that can be done.
Brownouts are bad for computers; I lost 3 hard drives (under warranty) in 2 months going from school to home (home in the country, where voltage ranges between 80 and 135V). Different kind of system but the the ...
Started 11 months, 2 weeks ago (2008-12-15 10:10:00)
by Waveho
Think about getting an e39 M5; I know I have been.... Prices for earlier ( 2000-2001) models have plummeted in the last year.
Started 3 days, 10 hours ago (2009-11-23 16:33:00)
by TheSlimOne
I am far from an expert. This is what I have decided is the problem with the valve cover gaskets failing so fast.
I noticed when I removed mine and replaced them that the paint that they used for the cover was used inside and outside. The paint was flaking everywhere. When I removed the gaskets from the grooves the paint was flaking out of there too. I sandblasted mine to get all of the ...
Started 1 month, 2 weeks ago (2009-10-11 15:54:00)
by edjack
Do you have a CEL? In any event, get the codes read, especially the Pending codes.
Started 3 days, 7 hours ago (2009-11-23 20:04:00)
by aioros
I did it myself. I believe this was my first DIY so it was kindda hard but all in all it's only bolts you need to deal with. It think it was harder to take the back-ups and o-rings out of the cylinders than to get to them. You may want to look at your valve cover gasket and spark plugs.
One thing that I found out was that when you disconnect the hoses from the expansion tank, coolant will get ...
Started 2 days, 6 hours ago (2009-11-24 21:01:00)
by TheStig
Started 1 year, 11 months ago (2007-12-31 17:18:00)
by Ryan M
When was the last time the plugs were changed????
Started 1 day, 18 hours ago (2009-11-25 08:40:00)
by rich30769
Try Bekkers.com to see if they have the ballast. When I installed mine, they had the ballast that i needed. $199.
Started 1 day, 22 hours ago (2009-11-25 04:28:00)
by kishg
sounds timing related, most likely cps.
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Hot threads for last week on E39 (1997 - 2003)::
Started 1 week ago (2009-11-19 21:02:00)
by amancuso
Started 1 week ago (2009-11-19 06:05:00)
by Philboski
This should help.
http://www.oembimmerparts.com/catalo...50/4658169. htm
Started 1 week ago (2009-11-19 06:21:00)
by lsfeder
GENIUS!
I love seeing this type of ingenuity. BMW could learn a thing or 2...
Started 1 week ago (2009-11-19 08:47:00)
by cn90
What speed were you driving in the rain?
Started 1 week, 3 days ago (2009-11-16 10:04:00)
by cn90
- Lighting Module. It can be fixed for $10:
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho....php?p=4259 861
- Oil Valve Cover + CCV = $1290. I think you got robbed big time.
- Oil Valve Cover is a very easy job.
- The CCV is a complex issue. At that mileage 100K, I had alot of cracked vacuum hoses, Intake Seals. A good mechanic would address ALL of the issues that I outlined in my DIY:...
Started 1 week ago (2009-11-19 16:00:00)
by cn90
Are you on a level ground?
Personally I'd not worry, the mfg oil capacity usually gives the owners the oil level at the lower end near the MIN mark.
If you want to sleep better, then add 0.5 qts.
I usually use 7.5 to 8 qts in my I6.
Started 1 week, 6 days ago (2009-11-14 01:41:00)
by M///Chook
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Originally Posted by LaCrosse540i6
I always put 5-40 weight in mine, keep in mind even if it is 10-60/70 it will still run on the thick side regardless of temperature..
I know what you mean. I'm thinking of trying it next oil change and seeing what its like. We're coming into summer now, so a thicker grade...
Started 3 days, 5 hours ago (2009-11-23 22:08:00)
by Beenthere
What buffing compound are you using? You might need the HD version?
Started 7 months, 2 weeks ago (2009-04-16 15:00:00)
by biglovemp
Very nice.
Where did you get them from? Now all you need is to upgrade the fogs.
Started 1 month ago (2009-10-26 18:45:00)
by nike001
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Originally Posted by e39BMW
A red 93 civic hatch crashed into a guard rail (his axle snapped on a turn sending him into one wall, then he flipped 2 times and came to stop right on top of the guard rail).
HAHAHA it was probably that kid who wanted to sell his 540 to get another civic because he thinks ...
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