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by Paulpen
Tue Dec 26, 2017 11:53 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Back on the hunt !
Replies: 14
Views: 3077

Re: Back on the hunt !

Not me doing it wrong then !

Im sure they will chage the rules again at some point so I take it all with a pinch of salt tbh
by Paulpen
Tue Dec 26, 2017 1:02 am
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Back on the hunt !
Replies: 14
Views: 3077

Re: Back on the hunt !

I thought 4.6 was pre euro 4 too but then chucked a few reg numbers into the T charge website and seems they are ok :/ The idea of a V8 on paper in all honesty shouldnt be an option with the added reliability and mpg compared to the diesels but it never seems to totally go away. I wouldnt say the VE...
by Paulpen
Sun Dec 24, 2017 9:10 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Back on the hunt !
Replies: 14
Views: 3077

Re: Back on the hunt !

Yea I had an import J90 so very reliable but as you say they do still need work to keep them up together ! 120 was the logical step although some are already hitting rust problems and thats something I want to get away from not chase on something twice the price !. I found the same with all the 100 ...
by Paulpen
Sat Dec 23, 2017 5:15 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Back on the hunt !
Replies: 14
Views: 3077

Re: Back on the hunt !

Le Mans is no air at all then ?

I wasnt sure if it might be rear only but not alot of info out there on them tbh
by Paulpen
Thu Dec 21, 2017 11:18 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Back on the hunt !
Replies: 14
Views: 3077

Back on the hunt !

Having nearly finished the house renovation and sold the trusty Landcruiser work horse it time to get back in something a bit more modern that can be used for a small daily commute and to tow the track car around the country ! Its either an E53 or a Hilux and the second option although being more pr...
by Paulpen
Thu Jul 27, 2017 6:30 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: 4.6 or 4.8 ?
Replies: 6
Views: 1249

Re: 4.6 or 4.8 ?

There is certainly the price difference but I think these are starting to be one of those cars you buy and understand you will get stuck in it a tad tbh so I can deal with the odd issue at the right price aslong as its not terminal ! I think id like to see some proof of one of the big issues having ...
by Paulpen
Tue Jul 25, 2017 9:05 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: 4.6 or 4.8 ?
Replies: 6
Views: 1249

4.6 or 4.8 ?

So liking the look of both and accepting the fuel will be terrible im stuck the pros and cons of each. Having had a 4.8 before I know all about the fun of the air suspension, gearbox harsh shifts and valve stem seals however ive also heard the the 4.6 has the timing chain issue and heard of a few wi...
by Paulpen
Thu Apr 20, 2017 7:26 pm
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: Intravee II and Alpine KCA-420i
Replies: 5
Views: 1654

Re: Intravee II and Alpine KCA-420i

Still for sale as ive been flat put with other things :)
by Paulpen
Tue Jan 31, 2017 8:29 pm
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: Intravee II and Alpine KCA-420i
Replies: 5
Views: 1654

Re: Intravee II and Alpine KCA-420i

I did on the screen but not on the speedo display
by Paulpen
Tue Jan 31, 2017 7:39 pm
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: Intravee II and Alpine KCA-420i
Replies: 5
Views: 1654

Re: Intravee II and Alpine KCA-420i

Includes all wiring etc to make it work :)

I ended up with a non BMW headunit as mine gave up the ghost so it made sense to have everything in one unit :)
by Paulpen
Mon Jan 23, 2017 7:52 pm
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: Intravee II and Alpine KCA-420i
Replies: 5
Views: 1654

Intravee II and Alpine KCA-420i

No longer have any use for this as have gone a different route with things. Intravee and Alpine KCA-420i with ipod connector. Firmware upgraded in March. Just looking to get back what I paid for it, £165, will include p&p. Can be used to play and charge your Ipod throught the factory unit along ...
by Paulpen
Sat Dec 03, 2016 4:36 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Standard Angel eyes bulbs ?
Replies: 10
Views: 2649

Re: Standard Angel eyes bulbs ?

No internet due to house renovation means ive only just seen this - something ill have a play with at some point !

Will it just disable the bulb out warning for the angel eyes or all lights ?
by Paulpen
Sun Nov 13, 2016 10:18 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: E53 warranty
Replies: 18
Views: 2725

Re: E53 warranty

Just curious what quotes people are getting.

Warranty direct online seem to want £780 plus a inspection fee for a 2004 4.8 !
by Paulpen
Mon Nov 07, 2016 5:48 pm
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Time to start saving
Replies: 27
Views: 8103

Re: Time to start saving

Did that include removal and refitting from the X5 grumpywurzel ?

If so then that not too bad a price tbh
by Paulpen
Sat Nov 05, 2016 8:05 pm
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Time to start saving
Replies: 27
Views: 8103

Re: Time to start saving

Cheers guys - having a place to trust with things like this can be so handy :)