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  1. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2011 E70 LCI Xdrive 40d Sport

    The centre diff is the ATC 450 Transfer case which is housed on the rear of the gearbox. The front shaft runs close to the auto housing as seen in the petrol E70 driveline below; Yes, computer controlled multiplate wet clutch pack, the rear shaft is splined to the output shaft of the auto...
  2. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2009 E70 M Oiler

    Some of the more high strung versions (X5 40d and X5 50d ) of the N57 engine, the later incarnation of the BMW 3.0 litre diesel, are known to exhibit tensioner issues. The M57 which is found in the pre LCI E70 X5 (ie this one) do not. It was something I was wary of when purchasing the...
  3. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2009 E70 M Oiler

    The 335i was a petrol donk, which series (E??) determines which engine used. The straight six diesel in this particular X5 was also found in the E90/E91/E92/E93 330d/330xd I have never owned a super sprint exhaust, so I can't comment. The Meisterschaft shown in this thread ended up in my E60...
  4. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2009 E70 M Oiler

    Only Forward ----> The New Machine
  5. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2011 E70 LCI Xdrive 40d Sport

    Images Continued:
  6. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2011 E70 LCI Xdrive 40d Sport

    With the recent and untimely demise of our first X5, an insurance payout, and a little of our own cash, we decided to pick up the following: 2011 BMW E70 LCI X5 Xdrive 40d Sport (ZW62) MY11 3.0L Inline 6 N57D30T0 Dual Turbo Diesel Engine features: - Aluminum Block/Heads - Staged, Variable...
  7. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2009 E70 M Oiler

    This morning was rego transfer at VICROADS, I spent the afternoon detailing the interior of the new acquisition. Tomorrow, in better light, I plan to wash, claybar and polish the exterior. Once this is done I'll snap some photos and start a new thread. Stay tuned...
  8. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2009 E70 M Oiler

    Best not to get me started on the injustice inherent in our so called "justice system". We'll be here for the rest of eternity, and not talking about cars.
  9. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2009 E70 M Oiler

    It was touch and go for a while. For example, once out of hospital, she allowed herself to be talked into test driving a Mercedes GLE350D. Upon the conclusion of the test drive I immediately suggested that we return to the hospital for an MRI of her head.
  10. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2009 E70 M Oiler

    Cheers, there are much longer threads for my other two BMW's if you're interested. The links of which are at the beginning of this thread, or in my signature. My pics are hosted on google drive. Some apple devices occasionally have issues displaying them, I assume due to some google/apple...
  11. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2009 E70 M Oiler

    Yeah so, a colour blind ice addict behind the wheel of a Golf GTi ended the X5 prematurely. Replacement sourced after a 3 week argument with insurance company over agreed value versus market value in times of the virus, and the difference between base models and motorsport variants. Photos and...
  12. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2005 E60 M5 'Magnum Opus'

    I suppose I should have got around to posting this a lot earlier. Back in March of 2019 the replacement throttle actuators arrived and were fitted the next day. The job took about 3 to 4 hours and also required the replacement of 1 of the 10 worm drive hose clamps that secure the intake...
  13. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2005 E60 M5 'Magnum Opus'

    Friday night. Five minutes in to what was sure to be yet another three hour crime spre.. ahem.. 'cruise', I suddenly heard a soft pop of complaint from the quad exhaust, my dash lit up like a Christmas tree, and my throttle response all but disappeared to the chime of the car's diagnostic...
  14. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    Blame who you will. My opinion varies to yours. Either way though, he is not an effective leader.
  15. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    You don't believe in; DarwinISM? AtheISM? HumanISM? PatriotISM? These are all just figments of a collective imagination? RacISTs FascISTs Religious FundamentalISTs
  16. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    Sounds like North vs South II. 255 Years between sequels.. That has to be a record.
  17. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    Hockey? Ahhh.. So you are a socialist after all. :)
  18. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    ROTFL Small, I'd stick around. Medium, I'd consider moving to another country. Armageddon, I'd drive hard until the tank was empty and then drink myself to death on the side of the road.
  19. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    I understand that reading must be hard for you. But nothing easy is worth doing.
  20. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    I pay taxes because they provide the infrastructure and security in which I live. I have the choice of moving to a country that has none of these things, you to do Skydrol (at least for now). May I suggest you avail yourself of that opportunity if you wish, but please leave me out of it.
  21. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    I have no doubt they are on the brink of collapse, but the reason's behind that are a completely different story/debate. It isn't because of the "evils of capitalism". A couple of things that come instantly to mind; It is because the US have been borrowing money off China for the past 3...
  22. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    Yes because our economy is so much larger and far reaching than than that of the US and the AUD is obviously in higher demand than the USD.
  23. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    Yeah, I'm going to spend the next few hours cutting and pasting everything in the link I already posted above, because I have nothing better to do with my time.
  24. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    And do you stop to ask yourself why it is the most counterfeited? Again you are missing the point. Even whilst referring to the a key factor "integrity."
  25. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    A cashless society is worth what the market values it at. Just the same as a society with cash.
  26. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    So now all of the US are criminals too? What a fear filled life you must lead.
  27. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    Cash is simply a token of trust. Trust in the future, which is what money, credit and growth are all about. There is only a small percentage of cash in circulation compared to the amount of money in play. I am sure there are plenty of electronic versions online too. Here's a link to my copy.
  28. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    He said, "fond of American dollars" you can't even get the goldfish version right? FFS. You missed his point completely. Are you fond of American Dollars? You'd say no?
  29. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    If you think cash has anything to do with money and how it works you truly are deluded. Please do me a favor, I'll even send you the bloody book, if you agree to read it. I suggested that you read the book because the explanations within it are far more eloquent and comprehensive than I could...
  30. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    I at least read your fùcking posts before judging them!
  31. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    I didn't expect you to read the book in a blink of an eye. I did expect you to read it before criticising its author and his views. You are the one that brought up his religious views and criticised them before even knowing what they were. Again in this post.. "He's working for Zionists"...
  32. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    Jumping to conclusions without doing any research. So the guy is from Isreal. Big deal. Did you even bother to find out what he actually has written before judging him?
  33. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    I asked you to read his book. But typically, you go straight to the youtube (memory of a goldfish) version. And it's also hilarious that you straight away assume that he's pushing a religious agenda. Which, if you had read his book, you would know is completely the opposite of his stance.
  34. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    Oh. Sorry, I didn't realise your question about money was rhetorical. My bad.
  35. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    If you think my post was "taking it personally" then I'd hate to see your reaction to me actually doing so. :) My profane exposition is simply par for the course when dealing with stupidity. Too much of that about to take personally and live beyond the age of say, 6. I am however very...
  36. thestig

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    Without credit the Western World would still be stuck in the dark ages. Grow up an get over the fact that some people have more than you do. Stop whinging, and set about accumulating your own piece of the pie through making an effort. Contribute to something other than Australia's rampant...
  37. thestig

    /// The Stig's 1992 535i M Spec

    A few more snapshots from the German Auto Day.
  38. thestig

    /// The Stig's 2005 E60 M5 'Magnum Opus'

    Recently a first time passenger in this car commented on the sound quality of the stock audio system. It did get me thinking that it is truly exceptional, but tends to be overlooked for the more visceral experiences on offer, such as the exhaust note, handling or acceleration. The audio is...
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