Project E39 | Ep.11 | Brakes, Suspension, Tires, Alignment

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  • čas přidán 7. 09. 2024
  • Check out the entire 2002 BMW 530i E39 Manual Slicktop Sport project series here: • Project E39 (530i Slic...
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    Get the complete Project E39 parts list here: practicalenthu...
    Thrust Arm Control Arm Caliper Pad Disc Rotor Replacement Ball Joint Bushing BMW 530i E39 M54 M54B25 M54B30 530i ZF S5D 320Z

Komentáře • 26

  • @bens4205
    @bens4205 Před 2 lety +6

    This will one of the best e39s in the country!

  • @mr.recruiterp3583
    @mr.recruiterp3583 Před rokem +1

    Great tutorial, I too have the same model and color, '03 530i 5sp M Sport Package.
    re: separating frozen parts. Equal parts ATF and Acetone. The acetone is the carrying agent which allows the ATF to penetrate deep within the microscopic pores of the metal. Applying liberally overnight on toughest jobs but an hour before for most. Has never failed me on the toughest jobs. 😉
    Again, awesome tutorial 👍🏼

  • @RemonX
    @RemonX Před 2 lety +1

    it's a treat watching your car fixing video. I have had a 2002 E39 530 since 2015 and have done the repair myself. Wish could have the work done at your quality level. Great work!

  • @andrethib
    @andrethib Před 2 lety +1

    the steel insert coming out with the ball joint - I had a similar problem with the front suspension on a VW Passat, the insert came off on the control arm. it was so difficult to remove the control arm from the steering knuckle, I had called it a day and disposed of the old worn part (with the insert still on it). a few days later, when I went back to install the new control arm, the insert was gone. to make matters worse, of course the insert was unavailable by itself so I had to buy a used steering knuckle off eBay just to get a knuckle with the insert; a new knuckle was available, but it cost something like $600-$700 iirc. a valuable lesson learned

    • @PracticalEnthusiast
      @PracticalEnthusiast  Před 2 lety +1

      Oof...I'm sorry to hear that. I find it incredible you can't buy the inserts by themselves for the E39 either. I'd think someone could make a business out of manufacturing those since it seems such a common problem.

  • @petemo94
    @petemo94 Před 2 lety +1

    Another great video PM. You’ll be driving this E39 for many years to come and won’t have a worry at all. One of the nicest E39s west of the Mississippi. Keep these videos coming and keep any dark fluids from running down your driveway! 👍

  • @clausfkvist
    @clausfkvist Před 2 lety +2

    Awesome vids i have a 528i aut as daily driver 100 km each day never had any problems

  • @avi8tor4evr
    @avi8tor4evr Před 2 lety

    I'm glad I had my eye drops nearby, because I did NOT want to blink! Great work, Sir!

  • @rueliotube
    @rueliotube Před 2 lety

    I’m jealous of that find. Nice work too. I appreciate your thoroughness.

  • @dans364
    @dans364 Před 5 měsíci

    Great vid series! I just would t have used anti seize on coated rotors. It could induce vibration.

  • @zrinko
    @zrinko Před 2 lety +1

    Dont put Copperpaste between the hub and the Brake disc. There should be friction between them. If you have something between you allow for micro movement and the screws can get loose after a while.

  • @320is1
    @320is1 Před 2 lety +4

    Great E39! Avoid to use the copper grease in contact with aluminium parts. It will cause contact corrosion on your rims. Take something with graphite or ceramic istead. Regards from Germany!

  • @petemo94
    @petemo94 Před 2 lety

    If you lived closer I’d have you over to look at my Z32 brakes which I’m tearing down a rebuilding (seals and all). Fun project replacing the brake lines, seals, pads, rotors and booster. I bet we’d see this video one day with your Z32

    • @PracticalEnthusiast
      @PracticalEnthusiast  Před 2 lety +1

      Sounds like a big job! I did something similar on my Z a couple months back but you're going a few steps further though replacing the caliper seals and brake booster. Nice work!

  • @jasonking8812
    @jasonking8812 Před 2 lety +1

    As a owner of 3 e39's can I advise you remove the plastic rocker guards underneath and fully clean everything out as they hold the dirty and debris and causes jacking points to rot

  • @rushmatic
    @rushmatic Před 2 lety +1

    Jebus! That ball joint looked as dangerous as separating a spring from a strut!

    • @PracticalEnthusiast
      @PracticalEnthusiast  Před 2 lety

      I know! I wasn't expecting it to put up such a fight. But, bonus points for explosions.

  • @Coopers79
    @Coopers79 Před 2 lety +1

    Are the brake sensors only on one side? I have to do the front pads and rotors on my 525i

  • @yokodzuna5394
    @yokodzuna5394 Před 2 lety

    гут, молодец!

  • @papazfritass
    @papazfritass Před 2 lety

    Woah!! A 30 pin dock connector?! lol
    Do you charger your iPhone 4 on there?

    • @PracticalEnthusiast
      @PracticalEnthusiast  Před 2 lety

      An iPad 2 actually. It's the sacrificial garage web browser tool of choice. Lol

  • @airwolf0916
    @airwolf0916 Před 2 lety

    can you let me know what is the Rim style you have? also, is that an 18" rim?