On a similar note - does anyone know who manufactures the OE seals for the differentials? From what I've heard, mostly people say to use only OE seals as the aftermarket ones usually start leaking quickly and its advisable to use only OE seals. But looking at the prices, its hard to justify :D OE ...

Well, this was interesting. The parts are indeed the same. Even though they have different end numbers, they are the same. Same ratio, same size. According to the official BMW dealer. Apparently the part numbers were updated some time in 2020, but they are the same thing, and as long as the ratio ...

Unfortunately new ones (not china new) are close to 2k. Used ones I can find ranging from 200-400 :D I've found one that looks in good condition, with relatively low mileage for 250. Even if I have to replace these every 2-3 years, its still cheaper than getting a new one :D and hopefully the ...

Oh, thats interesting.

Thank you!
I will look into this then - not sure why they are listing it as though it can be used interchangeably on other sites :/
And they are listing the other part as though it has come from the same year car, very strange...

Hi all! Does anyone know if there's a difference between part numbers: 33107590912 And 33107590911 These are for rear differentials for e70 x5 LCI There's an issue with my rear differential and it looks like a replacement is needed. But when I check realoem, it says I need the first one (ending in ...