Recent content by Craig in Canada

I'm just taking a guess, but there's a possibility you misunderstand how it works and that's causing more concern (maybe not, but I'll elaborate in case it helps anyone). In a nutshell, you substitute the cap with the tool and connect it to the drained system. You then use shop air to pull the...

I have one of the Schwaben kits. I have a fairly modest 8gal direct drive compressor. Though I don't have a CFM number, I found the tool did not use anywhere near as much air as I expected that it would. Plus, with the included valves, if your compressor couldn't keep up you could close them...

Oh yah, definitely. Not counting on a smooth and adventure-free day if I were to try such a thing. I would like to develop my skills and equipment here, but there's a lot of expensive downside in my particular situation. General update: I have some parts on order and have been considering...

I updated the VO and then ICM KOMBI EGS and GWS were coded. My vehicle has no adaptive components - never had EDC, hydraulic steering because X-Drive. All the DEC does is change parameters in xHP and MHD, which was worth the cost of the used switch and install effort. Hmmm. While I wish it...

Yep - each refill it's bang on. New fluid has improved character overall (I can tell the difference after) but the documented annoyances remain intact. As documented in my post a couple of minutes ago, I have never reset adaptations (dealer may have) because I've never changed any hardware. I...

An excellent point - I had a random shower thought that I should have included this in my post :). The vehicle was upgraded to istep F010-17-11-520 by the dealer during the tail end of extended factory warranty. xHP was first flashed in April 2019. I ran into a few odd things with the...

Sluggish, or perhaps there are seal issues? Adaptations are high, though on the pressure side, not so much the timing side. (Does anyone know what that might signify?) I've read reports from people with problems similar to some of mine, though generally at much higher mileage, which were all...

Hi all: I’m looking to DIY tackle some things that have been bothering me about my 8HP for many years and I’m hoping that there are some folks here with some experience who could offer some advice. This is a 2011 BMW 535i X-Drive with 8HP45Z in AWD configuration and around 143,000km / 88,000mi...

Oh yes! - I loved the "dry oil" story. My mind occasionally churns on the sum total of everything I've heard, some of which is known to be baloney. Considering "As thick as possible, as thin as necessary" I find myself considering going on the thinner end of what still meets the LL-* criteria...

I must state first: I'm not arguing with you, just putting forth some info that's 'out there' for N55. My N55 is a MY 2011, so I've been paying attention to Internet lore on "doomed" rod bearings. Unfortunately it's an X-Drive, so anything involving the oil pan is a royal PITA, prompting me...

Two flashbacks in one post - Zaino AND Roadfly :ROFLMAO:

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED :) No recurrence of issues. It was one of the pins on connector F needed tightening. Good thing because it's been far too cold to want to fiddle with it. Hope I didn't just jinx it...

When I last did the ZF8 in my '11 BMW, I ordered a ZF pan, not a "BMW" one. The filter is integrated and not removable and it had a drain plug, just like the BMW factory pan. Instead of the "Mopar pan", has anyone just tried to source the pan from ZF? Personally, knowing that all filters are...

I didn't notice anyone in this thread mention - UOAs after Techron (and presumably anything with PEA) show an uptick in lead. This was common knowledge and discussed frequently here many years ago, and I believe I saw it in my own UOAs. The discussion at the time was whether 1/ the generally...

Still 100% perfect. No operational issues, no codes. Changed the oil yesterday in case there was fuel in it. Hoping this is all sorted. In better weather, will possibly look at: inspecting other coil connectors and attempting the same contact tightening (or perhaps don't fix what ain't...