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Now that sounds like a plan 😁 you should be able to get a solid 400+ whp without waking the neighbours up (much) 😇 Go for it would be my thoughts My X5 4.6is has Dinan Throttle Body Dinan Cams (all 4) and a remap 407 whp after a Rolling road session. The X5 3.0d has a bigger intercooler and remap and has 355 whp but with the diesel its the increase in torque that is the biggest plus. My wife's Subaru Outback has a full Perrin engine upgrade with well over 400 whp 🤣😂 Dave

Morning David Sorry never seen them on a 135i so cant comment I have fitted 100 cell cats to a 4.4i X5 for someone as the old cats were blocked and causing issues. He chose them as they were a far cheaper option than OEM or even aftermarket items from an Exhaust centre, the car runs great and passes it's MOT OK I also had 100 cell cats on 3 of my Volvo T5's but with a stage 3 remap and 3" downpipe (gave 360bhp at the wheels on a rolling road) The tuner advised they were not needed until Stage 3. Dave

Morning Brian Where did the refurbed unit come from are you sure it's OK If the unit is OK are the fuses OK check them all even the one under the Quad lock connector on the radio it's self. If the BM54 and all it's fuses are OK it could be a fault with the FCM (Footwell Control Module) BMW and several specialists will tell you the only answer is a "New FCM" Not so a used FCM can be used but you will see a tamper dot by the mileage as the Mileage stored in the cars IKE and the new FCM wont match. Everything will work though. If you invest in a copy of BMW 1.4.0 (about £30) or know someone with a copy the FCM can be reprogrammed (Many Specialists and BMW will tell you it can't be done) It takes longer to swap the units than it does to reprogram plus if you have your own copy you can run diagnostics whenever you wish and program functions in the car. Good Luck Dave

Great result Andrew What fault did BMW find/fix Dave

Hi Chris If you aren't aware look at www.realoem.com (BMW Parts List) put the last 7 digits of your Vin in to the search box it will call up your model. Then search the brake section if you double click the part number it should show any alternative Part Numbers and Models they were used in An alternative I have used on a 325i that had a handbrake not holding because the teeth on the quadrant had worn was 15mins with the welder and a file to build up and reshape the worn teeth. 3 years later it is still working fine (our Sons friend) Stu is right about Quarry Motors but if they can't help try Googling BMW Specialist Dismantlers there are about half a dozen from memory worth an email or two Dave

Morning Welcome to the Forum If the Z4 is a drop top you have the weather for it 😅 Dave

Morning Jim Welcome to the Forum The motors that fold the mirror's and the ones that tilt the glass are separate, is the selector switch in the right position for the mirror your adjusting? Or is it the tilt on reverse function for the nearside mirror? Not aware of a separate fuse for the tilt adjustment so if it isn't the position of the selector switch a diagnostic session is needed. Good luck hope this helps not hinders Dave

Such a shame that in their arrogance they don't even have the respect for their customers to bother even trying. Don't they realise that without us, their customers they wouldn't have a business 😠 Car still OK fingers crossed Dave

Morning David My X5 E53 20" Type 87 wheels cost £200 to refurb 4 years ago and they didn't need machining or checking for buckle repairs just tyres removed and replaced with balancing So with the increases in Gas and Electricity plus Labour that we have seen I guess it could be there or there about. I suppose the key questions is are you happy with the result? Did you get other quotes? Dave

Morning Brian If your X5 is fitted with the external Amp you will find it in the right hand rear cubby in the boot. If you don't have an external amp then the issue is either the actual speakers or the BM54 radio unit under the floor in the boot. BM54 and speaker issues were fairly common at one time, check all the speakers with a multi-meter the BM54 unit can be changed or repaired Dave

As a big PLUS not only is your roof working but the Sun is still shining 🤣 Enjoy Dave

Morning David Patience young man, the answer is with your chosen Remap supplier normally they will have Stage 1, 2 ,3 packages and will advise if exhaust or other engine work is required to get the best gains from their remap. Also remember a cheap remap will give some gains but the only way to measure is with a rolling road session before and after tuning. Dave

Morning Jane Welcome to the Forum Just when the sun comes out !!! I have only seen this once and it was the boot lid not closing properly due to a load of stuff in the boot. Opened the the boot took several items out and hey presto it all worked. So check the boot is closing and nothing in the boot restricting the space. Next check the fuses are OK and last make sure the roof is fully up and closed properly or it wont work. Good Luck Dave

Morning Sam Welcome to the Forum What a great choice of car like the 1960's Jaguar advert they truly have "Grace, Pace and Space". ENJOY Dave

Morning Paul I have put my thoughts in your other post you could try a post on one of the US sites ? they seem to get faster response for Recall etc maybe there will be more help there. Dave

Morning Paul Document the previous issues plus the current ones, then write to the Managing Director of your supplying Dealer with a copy to BMW UK Customer services. Explain that due to the issues the car is clearly "not suitable for purpose" the fact they say they haven't seen the issue doesn't take away their responsibility to either fix it or replace it. Ask them for a sensible schedule for either repair or replacement as in it's current condition it is clearly unreliable and therefore unusable for the purpose it was purchased for. Good luck keep us up to speed Dave

Morning Mark Welcome to the Forum Straight back to the dealer your EGR has a cooler so it is linked to the cooling system Good Luck Dave

Bit of a pain to strip down but worth checking the ABS ring is not damaged or just simply clogged with mud rust or other ^rap Dave

Morning Dylan Check your other post I have answered there Dave

Morning Dylan What sort of loony thinks that because a battery is a year old it's OK !!! Even new batteries can fail that is a simple fact. If you are not capable of checking it your self get help. First thing to check, is the Battery correct for your car it should be 90ah 720a Next check the Voltage at the charging points under the bonnet it should be 12.5v to 12.8v engine off anything below 12.0 would indicate a flat or dying battery Now with the engine running test the voltage again, you should see around 14.5 to 14.8 volts this would be from a healthy alternator Last thing to check are the earth points and engine earth straps If your issues remain and all other items above are OK then you need a Diagnostic scan which will help identify the cause Dave

Morning Danny The Wis/Tis only gives the spring as "Sport" I believe the Msport badging includes the aero kit. Measurement seems OK if it still feels as though it wallows check the shocks Dave

Hi Paul Welcome to the Forum That is sad to hear I fear in the headlong rush towards EV the development is lagging as it seems is the snagging!! I have heard of one other recently I hope BMW support you properly Dave

Morning Joe Take a look at www.realoem.com standard disc's I believe are 292x22 vented Front and 300x20 vented Rear, remember rear has the Handbrake drum built in which is why the are slightly larger are standard. Check the wheel hub carrier is the same which should indicate whether the calliper carrier is a straight swap. For comparison M 135i front discs are 338x26 rear are 324x22 My E53 4.6is Front discs are 356x36 rear 324x20 and 18" rims are the smallest that can be fitted with it's winter tyres. My E70 3.0d Front discs are 348x30 Rear 320x20 again 18" rims are smallest to clear the calliper's just make sure the Off Set is correct so the spokes clear the calliper's Nice upgrade Dave

Hi Shaun Try some electrical contact cleaner at the sensor connectors see if that helps Good Luck Dave

Morning Andrew Welcome to the Forum You could try an Automotive Locksmith but after buying the Key and getting them to program it it may well be no cheaper than BMW I fear. A neighbour lost her only key to her Volvo and a new key was a similar price Good Luck Dave