I have done the tran "reset". Did it stop the "thunk"? Hard for me to say. I have not noticed the startup thunk lately, but the weather is cold...
There are a number of posters on the Bimmerfest forum that talked about a noticable "thunk" when first starting the engine, and before putting the...
I agree.. A "sand-blasted" windshield as I call it is difficult if not impossible to repair satisfactorily. Its easier to just have the windshield...
Thanks for the feedback devauxb. I have not installed the Fumoto yet. I have it ready, though and plan to install it at my next oil change in a...
Update... The dealer mechanic says that the new 5 series have a full shield underneath the car to improve aerodynamics (I knew that)... and the...
Exactly... Thats why the Fumoto valve seems like the best approach for newer engines lacking a dip stick.
Where would the extraction tube be located on the N54 engine? I have not seen anything about it documented anywhere. I still think the Fumoto...
Since I do my own oil changes and plan to take periodic samples of oil for UOAs between changes, I will be installing a Fumoto drain valve at...
You can't find much better than this E60 Forum Post for good pictures. The only key element missing from this DIY is the tightening torque on...
ExGman... I run mine with the Recirc mode set to "A" as well. In the very humid DC area, I would expect to see water draining like you do. I may...
I think going a much shorter OCI is important using a BMW approved oil - particularly during warranty. However, if your car has the new N54...
Yes. Several oil experts do have UOA's from Mobil1 0W-40 and other Synthetic oils that are BMW approved and show severe fuel dilution of the oil...
Where does it go? On my new '08 535i, I never see any water draining after running the A/C in hot humid DC weather. Even after a 15 mile drive home...
I swapped out the stock BMW pads at all 4 corners for Axxis Deluxe Advanced on my new 535i after only 1000 miles. They perform very well. Don't bite...
LOL... you must always change the drain plug crush washer when changing oil, or leaks will often occur. Not to change the topic too much, but...
FWIW... I did not get the low profile wheels and run flats on my 2008 535i. So I felt no burning need to pay the $800 for wheel and tire warranty....
7 Quarts BMW Approved Synthetic oil: $47 1 BMW OEM Filter: $10 1 hour on a Saturday Morning: $0 Not having to pay the dealer the extra $168:...
Dri-Wash claims to have been on the market since 1991. WPG started manufacturing/selling in 1988. Not sure either could be called a knock-off of...
When installing new pads (even those with shims), I always put a light even coating of high temperature silicon grease (I use the Volvo stuff)...
You can probably cut the cleaning down from 2x a day to once every week or two (if that) with these pads. I went to clean my wheels today (last...
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