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Forum profile page for E39 (1997 - 2003) on http://www.bimmerfest.com.
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user's latest post:
2002 e39 530i OEM suspension...
Published (2009-11-11 16:51:00)
I did my non-sport FRONT suspension overhaul with Bilstein struts. Parts $1200 (from EACTuning dot com) included, labor was mine: - Tierods - Thrust Arms - Control Arms - Swaybar Endlinks - Swaybar Bushings - Bilstein Struts - Strut Guides - Strut Rubber Mounts - Nuts and bolts http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=399580
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Preferred replacement valve...
Published (2009-11-11 17:06:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by jstover Normally I wouldn't do this but please.... slow down, don't jump to conclusions and actually READ the original post! I'm NOT getting a new valve cover. I'm getting a new VALVE COVER GASKET SET!!!!! You don't powdercoat a valve cover GASKET!!!!! Erm, yes, sorry…
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need more power from my 540i for...
Published (2009-11-10 11:48:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by e39BMW Actually we already had to write off one car. That was an 2003 330ci. and why in a world would I buy an m5. That car is way too overpriced and doesnt have any power to it. This summer ill be getting rid of m62 and swapping a 2jzgte, which will cost me about 10K in total. And a single turbo non built 2jz will **** over any m5 any time of the day. actually a gt35r turboed b18c1 will smoke m5, but again, that...
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What does this mean?
Published (2009-11-11 20:18:00)
Have you had the codes, especially Pending Codes, read? Wonder if the tire gorilla managed to damage a wheel sensor.
user's latest post:
Planning on replacing upper...
Published (2009-11-11 21:12:00)
so Im going to order these two parts: 1) http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-5...#ht_3375wt_824 2) http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-5...#ht_3375wt_824 Would I need anything else?
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Who got fed up with the small...
Published (2009-11-11 17:53:00)
Some of you are walking cash machines when the tech at your local BMW dealer finds 3 or 4 more things that need to be fixed and you say ok. If you don't know your way around a car you will need a lot of cash to keep the dealer techs busy and the service mgr fat.
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Looking at 540i's - Page 2...
Published (2009-11-11 20:52:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by SonnyZ4 The main reason we thought of the 540i is that Consumer Reports had it as one of the best cars they ever tested. LMAO that's because they didn't keep it long enough to see the cooling system fail or any of the other standard failures on the 5 series. Here is the quote from wiki "This car has been widely praised in all aspects; many say it is the best BMW in the world.[citation needed]...
user's latest post:
new look..well kinda =) - Page 2...
Published (2009-11-11 02:15:00)
car looks good, but with lms (even tho im not a fan of LMs, and more so reps) mito reps look goofy due to wrong offsets
user's latest post:
What does this mean?
Published (2009-11-11 20:01:00)
I have had my e39 for a long time and have had 0 problems
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Latest active threads on E39 (1997 - 2003)::
Started 5 hours, 2 minutes ago (2009-11-14 18:35:00)
by rrcompton
Post a pic.
Do they look like this? I know its hard to tell by a pic....my exposure was set @ 0.
Started 17 hours, 8 minutes ago (2009-11-14 06:29:00)
by Philboski
Why are you saying it's the oil pan? Is there an obvious crack? It could just be a gasket, or a leak up higher that is collecting oil down there. I doubt you'll need to replace it at any rate -- BMW oil pans seem pretty tought.
Here's a question -- was the crush washer replaced or reused when your oil was done last?
Started 7 hours, 2 minutes ago (2009-11-14 16:35:00)
by QSilver7
Below is some information you need to know about your car and EWS (drive-away-protection)...and how the keys, DME/ECU, EWS control module, and ring antenna all work in concert to make it difficult for your car to be stolen.
It also means you need to know what you're doing if you replace the engine. If your mechanic reinstalled your original DME/ECU...then probably all you need to do is have...
Started 1 day, 9 hours ago (2009-11-13 14:06:00)
by E39Freak
Murderer...
All kidding aside. I really hope your insurance will come through and you will be able keep it for a while longer.
Started 15 hours, 37 minutes ago (2009-11-14 08:00:00)
by touring5
Hey soledoc, I went with the Yakima low rider feet and the Yak loadbars. These clamp on real nice and have soft rubber around them so they don't mar the finish on the wagon's rails. I also went with the Yakima SkyBox Pro which was a little pricey, but it is huge, and you can fit a ton of stuff in it. I actually purchased this set up for my wifes Caddy SRX, but it works well on my wagon as well....
Started 1 week, 1 day ago (2009-11-06 07:17:00)
by tjh530i
How about the glove box??? As long as he's along for the ride with you, aren't you covered? I mean, just because old St. Chris ain't out on display does that mean he's going to give you less blessing or protection?
Heaven forbid something should happen to you while driving...you get to heaven and see St. Christopher...
YOU: Hey, Chris! What's the deal? I was traveling with your ...
Started 7 hours, 28 minutes ago (2009-11-14 16:09:00)
by edjack
Can you make the TV malfunction by turning on the right side vanity light in the visor? If so, your ignition switch must be replaced.
Started 2 hours, 27 minutes ago (2009-11-14 21:10:00)
by TheStig
Not as good as my civic/accord...
haha!
Looked like a lot of fun!! I liked the sound of the exhaust..
Started 6 hours, 25 minutes ago (2009-11-14 17:12:00)
by djfitter
Put the key in and turn it harder. It's a mechanical lock that isn't affected by the battery. Right now it is in the Valet position.
dj
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Hot threads for last week on E39 (1997 - 2003)::
Started 5 days, 7 hours ago (2009-11-09 16:27:00)
by adam98540
I don't mean to sound harsh - and I realize that I couldn't do any better at a drag strip - but wouldn't practice be a better solution than nerfing the car to compensate for your launch technique? And wouldn't removing the cats cause some legal issues come inspection time in CA?
Started 12 months ago (2008-11-15 06:21:00)
by dnickels
They are *much* stiffer, and the car does ride at least 1" higher...
Started 5 days, 18 hours ago (2009-11-09 05:04:00)
by Melrose
The BMW 540i is on a par with a Cadillac as far as maintenance and parts. The problem is you can't leave a major city for any extended trip. There aren't any dealers west of Topeka, until Denver 550 miles away, ditto for many other cities for parts or service.
I used to say it about Caddies and it is just as true about BMW's --".....God should only give them to people who can afford them...
Started 4 days, 6 hours ago (2009-11-10 17:37:00)
by resharp001
Feel your pain. I realize some of these are self inflicted, but it seems like it's always something. Wish the car wasn't so damn fun to drive. Almost 75k miles for me.
Broken headlight adjusters - fixed via baking method
Water pump - Fixed
Loose bolt on driver door window regulator - fixed with complete disassembly in order to reach the bolt!
Scratched window from said bolt - I live ...
Started 1 week ago (2009-11-06 23:46:00)
by msaleem
ok first of all here are some questions for you
1. right after turning of your headlights, does the color of the lights change from yellowish to blueish? if yes, you have HIDs
2. is there a box the size of a thing ipod (well actually a bit thicker) behind the lights? if yes, you have HIDs
3. if you dont have xenons, your gonna have to buy the kit as well as error canceling....i forget the ...
Started 4 days, 11 hours ago (2009-11-10 12:34:00)
by GSA1
that ad is screwed up. it lists the proper bore (74mm), but at the bottom it says it will not fit an e39. be careful.
Started 1 week, 4 days ago (2009-11-03 10:41:00)
by andyffer
Some people really like the black bumper look..
Started 6 days, 1 hour ago (2009-11-08 21:44:00)
by TheStig
Started 5 days, 17 hours ago (2009-11-09 06:02:00)
by spydrz
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Originally Posted by atrovarious
Seems like a ridiculous amount of work to know if it's raining.... LOL
It is, but I've been used to the feature in other cars, and sometimes things need to be done just for the fun of getting it working.
Started 2 years, 1 month ago (2007-10-03 19:30:00)
by splooge Registered User Location: Los Angeles
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Originally Posted by MatWiz
OK, so I feel I am an unfortunate expert with this subject.
First off, this is not ABS normal working. This is ABS malfuntioning if at all.
Anybody with this problem knows how an ABS feels like when it engages. This does not feel the same.
Believe me when I tell you, one month after ...
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