Sedans have traditionally not held the same sporting status as their coupe counterparts. Despite many coupes and sedans sharing mechanical and chassis components, the four-door sedan is often...
Along with changing to your spare tire and checking your oil, knowing how to change the headlight bulb on your vehicle is an easy way to keep it in proper order. They give you the ability to see through inclement weather and during the night, keeping you and others around you safe. If you’re...
If you have started to experience uneven tire wear in the rear of your car, a simple often ignored bolt could be the cause. When it comes to the F25 X3 and F26 X4, BMW uses these eccentric bolts to adjust your car's rear alignment. These bolts should be adjusted or replaced often to ensure they...
It's funny which things end up being important to us in our lives. A passing interest turns into a hobby, which develops into a burning passion, and then a way of life. Along the way, we build lifetime friendships and communities, creating experiences and memories we value forever. Take cars,...
The BMW E53 X5 was a wonderful first crack at an SUV by BMW. They're smooth, comfortable, and even with a base model 3.0i, they're good fun to throw around on a back road. The reason for this is due to the fact that the E53 uses suspension very similar to that of the BMW E39. The components used...
A failing wheel bearing is one of the most difficult failures to diagnose. The symptoms can range from minor annoyances to major problems that mask themselves as a multitude of other suspension issues. When it comes to the F25 X3 and F26 X4, BMW made these rear wheels bearings easy to...
The classic air-cooled 911 shifter linkage requires precise adjustment to ensure the best performance possible. You can maintain that adjustment by replacing your torn shift coupler boots. Your air-cooled Porsche 911 shift mechanism needs to be clean and well-lubed to make shifting accurate and...
When it comes to the F25 X3 and F26 X4, BMW uses hydraulic engine mounts, which means that they're fluid-filled. When these types of engine mounts fail, you will start to experience the symptoms almost immediately. Failing engine mounts should be replaced at the first sign of symptoms to prevent...
The ZF-built manual transmissions you can find in BMWs have always been praised for their feel. Unfortunately for E46 owners, the detents in the 5-speed gearboxes wear down leading to the need for replacement. When the detents wear, the shifter looses all feel and can move around freely while the...
What if you had a brand new, perfectly-lit, fully-equipped shop with every tool imaginable and a lift for your at-home DIY projects? What if that shop happened to be literally connected to a massive distribution center with a nearly limitless supply of car parts and inventory? That’s the luxury...
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