Reviving a 17-Year-Old BMW: Breakdowns to Reliability - Project Hunter Part 3! 2006 E83 X3

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In todays episode we are repairing this 17 year old 2006 BMW X3 with a M54 engine and a 5 speed GM transmission.
We are fixing the hemorrhaging oil leak at the dipstick tube O ring, doing a fresh oil service, resealing the oil filter housing with a new gasket and vanos oil line, servicing the transmission with all new fluid, filter, additive, and selector shaft seal. Were also replacing both belts and two of the pulleys, replacing the thermostat and the expansion tank, with the transmission thermostat too. We are flushing the power steering system with a new bottle, and replacing the mass air flow sensor. Shes also getting a full engine clean and degrease.
Hunter is pumped on his new ride and so am I!
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[@ytfeverguy8367]

As a proud x3 e83 owner this was so much fun to watch! Excellent engine and detail work (and camera work). I plan on keeping mine for as long as possible. Awesome vid

[@steved707]

If there were more mechanics like you , they'd get a better name for themselves , great work 🚗 😊

[@pandabmw]

Man, love the explanation and attention to detail! This is my first video I’ve seen of yours but I love the attitude of clean as you go and striking a balance of using new parts and not when it’s warranted. Good job!

[@rotty2309]

Cool video, after watching this I bought a 2006 e83 with confidence. First day ownership I done the cam cover gasket, rebuilt the vanos, done the ofh gasket full sevice, as well as new expansion tank and thermostat water pump, not to mention the ps flush. Runs like a dream now

[@jonlee580]

BMW community is the best

[@alexvega7527]

Omg 😳 you are the best mechanic ever Josh is so lucky and you cleaned the car after omg !!! And did engine bay too !! I don’t mind paying good

[@xxxxx2147]

Really enjoy long videos like this one 58mins rather then short 15mins

[@cdeprima1209]

Electronics are robust on those cars, found vacuum leak under manifold for water oil separator; was ready to take off intake but pushing that fitting on fixed it. CV axles can be swapped left to right. Just tips for readers. :)

[@joegoh1968]

Dude ... great job! Love the channel

[@johnhanson9245]

Best way to verify parts compatibility is to go on line and check the part numbers between E46 and E83...

[@staleyexplores]

video was on point. no issues. seems like a cool ride. well done.

[@JVBNorway]

Good job as always buddy👍🏼 keep em coming:)

[@lychitrash]

I just discovered your channel and I'm having a really great time binging your content. Love the way you do things in such a neat and organized manner, and always reiterate certain points for the audience. Great stuff, man. Looking forward to more.

[@mifo1133]

this was by far best video!!! i love how honest and precise you are! keep up good work! more like this

[@Frankysbeemer]

Dang! That car cleaned up nice man. Good work, can't wait for the next video 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@lost0824]

What a great video you got yourself a new subscriber keep up the good work, my dude

[@ozzyfreeman2619]

Dude, you've done a really cool job! You are rock buddy!

[@jaynouby]

That was fantastic, Well done.

[@thetoughcookie3665]

Nice looking car. Those bumpers look much better than casual ones. Good job.

[@huntermartell3515]

Rad, many thanks. 🙏