I Brought my Flood Salvage BMW M3 to an "Honest Mechanic." Here's How Much $ they Quoted!
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If only Samcrac could fix his exotics as fast as that BMW
This car is way more interesting than those exotics... Sorry not sorry
@@paulcarmi8130 yea because it's a car that we can buy
This is cooler cause you can buy and mantain a M3 compared to a 360
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That tool is called a Drag Link Socket. Also used to remove the tappet screen filter on a Harley-Davidson Evolution engine.
Thank you!!
Gear Jammer - Brilliant input, thanks bud.
Also stands for "hundred dollars", because every time you go to the dealer, it's a minimum of a hundred dollars.
I'd rather own Japanese bikes (like my 96CBR 900RR).
Yup, you have to use that and a bunch of swivel extensions if you have stock headers. Shops will charge to take headers off to replace the valve.
A BMW R1250GS is the bike to own!!!
Samcrac: BMW is coming along nicely.
Us: Time to park it in the pasture.
"This isn't like a paint, it's like a dye"
Me, who doesn't know the difference: "Oh, cool"
GoalieLife paint just covers. Dye penetrates.
Fun fact: You can spot "original parts" on aftermarket OEM parts because the brand markings are filed away
FCP Euro 🙌🙌
@Gear Jammer For example, you buy a part for a Mercedes-Benz, lets say a thermostat from BEHR which is for most cases the OEM supplier, if you take a close look at the casting there are some filing marks used to take the star and original part number off.
@@null643 The original manufacturer can by law sell their parts, however they are not allowed to sell the same exact parts "original branded" ment to be distributed by the brands (Mercedes-benz, BMW, ...), so they have to "de-brand" to sell under their name as aftermarket OEM replacement parts.
@@J19A95B - Nice...thanks for the information! Do domestic brands like Ford and Chevy also do this?
@@dewrus2153 I have no idea, I'm from Europe here it is very common. However, in the automobile industry most parts are outsourced, so yes in the US might be some similarities, for example AC Delco is a very well known supplier for most american car brands.
That’s the first BMW powered red KiA.
Sam ...you da man!
Just hope taillights won't burn like in Kia 🤣
I can honestly say the e46 m3 was the most solid car that I’ve ever owned . I would definitely get another one.
Man, the first time I saw this car -- "flood-damaged BMW" -- I thought that it would be a total nightmare! I'm actually quite impressed with how this thing is turning out. Really great vids on this car -- enjoying the heck out of this series!
Fan clutch uses a viscous fluid to operate. All the grease and residue on the outside of the fan clutch was that fluid that leaked out. It should be replaced.
His wife won’t let him buy a proper car lift. He has to use a hand jack 😂🤣🔥🤣😂🤣😂
We all know the struggle 😂😭 i had to do a full engine swap last week with just handjacks.
@@HRM.H Damn lol. What'd you swap?
Thomas thats not the point, dudes got 1mill+ subs and its his job and he makes good money.
@@AkeLovesGAMES 13b-msp out of a rust box rx8 into my westfield chassis. Have a sealed cup racing 13b incoming soon, was more for mockup.
@@bromike yeah no shit , he SHOULD have one but nope 😂
Kia has a lot of nice colors
smailliw Kia- the power to surprise? 🤣
This is one of your best videos in terms of viewer understanding, relatability and production. You are getting better with the medium. Love watching your content.
As my first car, a e46 325ci, that was a manual. The e46 M3 has always been and always will be my dream car. No Ferrari or Lamborghini could ever make me as happy as the beast of a e46 M3. Hopefully one day I can get one!
I would do the water pump and stat whilst you have it all drained down and apart. Probably worth replacing the coolant hoses as well. I did the lot on my old E39 when the rad failed just for peace of mind as those big straight sixes are hard on the cooling system.
If you pull the hoses apart, either replace the o rings (ebay was were I got mine--even with new ish hoses), or the hoses. You'll get weeps if you don't..and that's the last thing you want is lose coolant to an aluminum block and head. Parts are cheap vs an engine.
I dont think that was oil on your viscous fan, its the fluid leaked out from the clutch part, its a telltale sign of that part failure
He'll figure it out. Takes a while, but eventually he'll get there.
THIS!! Hopefully he noticed
Once it starts overheating or the a/c stops blowing cold out of the driver side vents!
I’m surprised they don’t use thermos
That fan needs to be replaced, too. As old as the car is, the fan clutch and fan need to be replaced too, unless he wants to replace the radiator again when a fan blade shatters and pokes holes in the new one he's got.
For O-Ring replacement, I highly highly recommend the green AIR CONDITIONING and HVAC O-Rings, you can use them in automotive to replace original or aftermarket black O-Rings, BUT they have a much much better temperature tolerance, they handle much higher temps and much colder temps too, they are just as flexable as standard black O-Rings but they are stronger and have a lifespan 5 times longer than standard black automotive O-rings from ANY manufacturer, get an A/C or HVAC Assorted O-Ring set and be set for life because the work so much better and last way longer than the black O-Rings.
The reason you want to use viton is for hydrocarbon (oil/fuel) resistance mostly rather than temperature.
Yes, you need different materials for different applications.
You don't need the special tool for removing the fan from the water pump. I worked in a BMW dealership for 14 years and never saw a tech use that tool. It was always the proper size wrench (forgot what size it is) and a hammer. Attach wrench and give the end a whack with the hammer and reverse spin the fan to remove it. Works every time.
32mm
Not really interested in BMWs but gave this a thumbs up because, conceptually, your information is spot on. You illustrated how much money can be saved for some very basic work. I hope people who ordinarily wouldn't even consider wrenching on their own cars are encouraged by your example, Sam.
And instead of paying $800 or soo for a fuel pump (like a kid did in my old car group), or you can do it yourself in around 30-45 minutes. Pop the backseat bottom and it's right there..a few 10mm bolts, unplug the connections (with a rag over fuel line for spray if you don't have a pressure tester to relieve pressure), a dowel and hammer to "spin" the big ring off and out it comes. Full of fuel...no problem.
But, change it around 100k miles or it will fail and leave you broken down. 124k is when mine died (in my garage- just got home from work)
Sam, your channel is one of the best. Just talking, no mumbo-jumbo. Thanks!
“BMW owner wanted to be noticed”
That’s why they bought a BMW...
E46's handle and drive like cats on carpet. My 01 330cic Msport does. The M3, has about 80hp on me though (which they won't beat me by much light to light).
I wanted a nice convertible, and nothing else compared to my needs.
Doyle smith you know that an M3 would smoke your 330 anywhere lol
I’m getting tired of people throwing around THE CHEAPEST like there is no tomorrow 😒😒😒😒
Agree it's getting ridiculous, Im also so tired of him waiting till 2 minuts in to run his dumb adds instead up first thing like everyone else.
You’re Watching a DIY Salvage Auction “Bring a Trailer” Channel. Expect It.
Sean John022992 that’s how he makes his money. I’m sure you’d do it too
Hell yes!
Mitchell Morgan I’ll make sure my comments are the cheapest. I’ll undercut anyone by 10%, or your money back! 🤣
Thanks
Its very clever and easy way to let proffesionals to point out whats need to be done . Cause be honest - diagnosing problems IS hardest.replacing worn Parts IS not so bad. Cheers
A trick to restore faded plastics like that valve cover is to use a hot air gun and run it over the parts until the oil from within the plastic comes back to the surface. I know it sounds crazy but understand that plastics are petroleum based products so when the fade it's because the oil at the surface has depleted. Heating the surface pulls the oils from beneath back up and you then have a newer looking part. Give it a test on a piece of black plastic laying around and see for yourself.
I do all my own work on my 2005 M3. It is quite EASY to work on. Things are LAYERED, so it may take you hours to get to the problem which may take 30 minutes to fix. Power bolt and nut removers are a must.
I recommend a set of those metal forks that remove the wide variety of sizes of plastic push fasteners.
NEVER buy a part with BMW on the box if at all possible. You can buy the same or similar part for half the price online. GOOGLE each and every part number. Plug the part number in eBay and Amazon too. I buy boat loads of my parts on eBay.
Love the Channel Sam! Keep it up!
Well done. I enjoyed this video. It's so gratifying when a mechanical problem is straight forward to fix. I think you did really well with this project. Looking forward to the next episode!
Its only straight forward cause the internet is full of fixes for a car that hasnt been produced since 05. 06.....and the dealers have figured out most the issues.
Good to see a proper job being done chap. These are the projects that I like to see - not over ambitious, not unrealistic and with a true price comparison. Nice work.
You might want to double check that viscous fan clutch and make sure it wasn't covered with its own oil residue from a possible leaking shaft seal.
Happens when a hammer and 32mm wrench are used to take it off lol
When I was at college driving a rusted up red 1972 Holden I would always jokingly tell people it is "Ferrari Red".
Yeah that BMW dealership wanted $5k for new cats, $1500 for 4 new O2 sensors, and $1400 to do a valve cover gasket. I LOL'd at $120 for two brake lights. Common guys you would be a sucker to pay that.$300 to re learn the SRS computer $300 to clear the trouble codes. Just wow
i have a 87 bmw e30 convertible that i have been restoring. With the Bently manual... very easy to work on. Even the timing belt.
The Bentley manual is the way to go. It's a must have. 01 e46 330cic
Great clip for the DIY’ers who own BMW’s, Own 3 myself and have done many of the same fixes. My biggest disappointment in BMW is who ever decided the rubber compound for the gaskets and seals, they absolutely Sux!!!
Ya cause cork is so much better right??? Maybe some god awful bead of silicone..... wtf are you talking about... rubber gaskets.. production vehicles... cost vs outrageous cost.... think about it.....
Striven, get a brain and use it. I have many other vehicles from other manu. They use a different rubber compound than BMW uses and none have this issue with brittleness creates the leaking issues BMW’s have.
So it is them doing the proper heat testing and selecting the correct compound. Not hard.
Built in reason to go to dealer, so BMW can keep making money off you.
I wonder if those little dabs of gasket maker on the surface of the valve is why my aftermarket valve cover gasket wouldn't work on mine
Forsure was
Sam, did you know that the clutch from a 330d is identical to the one in the M3 just 1/3rd of the price.
330cic as well, but not all.
Years ago people would buy Volvo maf's because it was the same siemens part, but BMW would cost 2x more.(depends on the model bmw though)
Doyle smith believe it or Not had a friend used to own a supercharged (ess) E46 325ci . That used the same maf sensor as the Kia Optima!
I fix my oil leaks by cleaning my motor every 6 months. Never had any water damage because i am careful. I really only have slow slow misting. Not enough to lower the oil level between 4,500 interval oil changes. I BEAT my motor once it gets to FULL OPERATING OIL TEMPERATUE, and it still does not burn a drop of oil.
Low miles on the motor....110K. My rod bearings are fine.
Man! I don't wanna jinx anything but you honestly earned an "straight forward fix" project with that Range Rover. Good to see this one is going smoothly! 👍
Good luck! I have dealt with several flood cars in the past and every one of them was an endless money pit, mostly of electrical problems that keep popping up as corrosion moves through the system. One day things work, the next day they don’t.
Having owned an e46 and worked on it quite a bit I am astonished you didn't need control arms, wheel bearings, sway bars, and struts. The water pump is also a weak point.
So is the vanos, rod bearings and rear subframe mounts...oh and the headgasket
Coming from an E46 M3, want to add actual resale value to the car? Replace the rod bearings, install subframe reinforcement plates, and do a VANOS bulletproofing. These are the major weak points and things that an educated e46 M3 buyer will be looking for. With those miles the rod bearings, unless they were replaced recently, are likely showing some significant wear. I've seen a lot of 2003.5+ models with worn bearings starting at like 110k miles. I would be even more concerned with rod bearings considering the car was not well cared for (i.e. infrequent oil changes) and the chance the flood put water into the oil pan. VANOS bulletproofing and subframe reinforcement are pretty straightforward--assuming theres no visible cracks in the subframe already. Cracks need to be stop drilled and welded.
The paint job isn't the only thing keeping it from being a high dollar car. It's the Water Damage Title. That means that the car was submerged in water for a period of time. You have to replace all of those electrical connectors and wiring harnesses. Corrosion will build upon other electrical components like it did on that post in the engine.
@@happyguy5025 If all of the the connectors aren't pre-treated they will corrode eventually. All it takes is humidity. He has no idea how long the car was submerged in water. This car wasn't just wet it was submerged that's why it's a flood Salvage. It was under water.
flood or water damage doesnt have to be under water or a time period. Flood can be used anytime its water period. Look at porsche flood listings, most are either convertibles or coups with windows down. Just enough moisture to kill the module under the seat will total them. Ive also seen with campers most that ive personally inspected have been from various roof leaks.
@@authenticrebuilds9247 For an insurance company to (total out) a car for water damage it has to be submerged in water. The CPU, all electrical connectors, and engine intake would have to be all submerged in water. The only exceptions are Toyota 4x4s, older Range Rovers, and certain Jeep. Their electronics can be classified as Marine Rated. That means their electrical connectors, seals, and housings can pass a Marine/Boat Classification Rating.
@@theylied1776 where did you get that info? Im going off first hand experience with what i have seen at copart while buying and inspecting cars, campers, even boats that are reported as flood that havnt sunk but are in there for other reasons. cars DO NOT NEED TO BE SUBMERGED. also if you look at copart pics those w/l pics can be total bs sometimes. I saw one way low in paint pen on a car but yet there was a clear waterline that wasnt cleaned on the backside of the headrest. all water/flood titles means is that it was effected in some way by water.
@@authenticrebuilds9247 Copart, seriously? When did Copart become the authority on National Insurance Policies and Standards? They are a glorified Used Car Lot, It's an Auction House. They are going to have lower standards. They will tell the buyer whatever they need to hear to make a SALE! You're going off of YOUR experience as a third-party (independent) inspector.
Here's the thing, If he tried to sell this car only 5% of insurance companies in the country would underwrite a policy for this flood-damaged car, and that is only after a state inspection and a reissued title. And yeas, in order for an insurance company to (total out) a flood-damaged car it would have to be submerged. CPU, engine intake, and electronic connectors and harnesses.
Stay in YOUR lane.
Sam, I do want to point out that Beck-Arnley parts are also re-boxed OEM parts and you can always go to AutoPlus in New Port Ritchey and buy retail and most are available in stock or same day. They cater to the commercial DIFM shops but they do retail as well.
Imagine being the original owner selling the car all over a loose connection
I bought a car that I had running before the flatbed pulled away. The spark plug wires on the distributor were miss wired. I knew that before I bought it. The tow driver was pissed because he wanted the car but couldn't figure out the problem. I drove the car for 6 years before passing it along and it's still going.
nah, previous owner probably didn't want to pay big $ to fix the rear subframe cracks and dumped it on sam
I bought a 95 M3 for $400 listed as having a blown motor because it would crank but not start. Meet the seller and looked at the car and it was really clean. Cowl drains were blocked and ecu got wet. Payed him and came back 30 min later with another ecu I had. Swapped them over and it fired right up. He was pretty sad but did not say a word.
@@danielbaze7134 I remember that being a common problem on the E36.
I bought a 350z that was misfiring for 2k clean title with 80k miles. Owner changed plenum gasket, throttle body, spark plugs, ignition coils, head gasket, and had also installed down pipes. He gave up on it and tbh it sounded worse than a tractor. Turns out after checking everything he said he had done, I noticed he plugged the cables of the coils for cylinders 4 & 6 opposite of eachother. Long story short that was the problem. No issues since then
As a M240 BMW owner, I am happy for your good fortune!
On to the next project. . . .
Fun Fact: There are more planes in the ocean then boats in the sky.
@Josh same
😂😂😂
Probably more companies going under than staying a float too.
Fun Fact: Then is not than.
Great video, so much more satisfying to see something with fairly easy success opposed to the Land Rover and Ferrari nightmares that seem to be and endless domino effect of failures. Keep them coming, I am an old guy that enjoys watching and wishing I still had the mobility to try one of your adventures like this BMW. I owned 3 over the years and loved them until all the out of Warranty failures and ridiculous repair cost took all the fun out of owning them.
I bought the shop manual for my 02 SVT Focus, had to do a clutch job and was having a hell of a time getting the transmission to clear the sub frame and come out of the car. After reading through the manual you need to cut a 300mm long section of 2x4 and wedge it between the sub frame and the oil pan to rotate the engine. After doing this the transmission just plopped right out LMFAO. Pays to have that manual!
And the internet.. Sometimes tricks can be found outside the manual.
@@doylesmith8678 for sure! The guys on the forum were a huge help as well!
Sam l'm inspired by you attitude to this bmw. I realy love to watch you video.i am from another side of the world exactly Republic of Belarus. I wish you
And Alex the best.
Thanks a ton
9:48 I think I spotted something interesting in the background
looks like a BMW M5 e60 V10
M5 it’s a 4 door
That's the 335i
@@starx2212 No Look its a grey m5
@@starx2212 on the left hand side
Definitely a newer bmw
While you are in there, adjust the valve lash. The S54 uses mechanical, not hydraulic, lifters and the should be set every 30k miles or so.
A BMW always looks nicest in silver metallic, in my opinion. But then again I think that silver metallic looks nicest on most vehicles now. And metallic paint will protect your car a little longer against rust.
Would have been nice to see the belt and pulleys back together... and a completed job for a change!:))
as long as you were in there you should have at least checked the valves. For anyone messing with the pressure relief valve it is very soft an easy to destroy so be gentle when you are applying torque to remove it. It is set at 1 bar or a little over 14 psi. There are two more in the engine, one in each cam so at idle you will see a pretty low oil pressure when hot.
Car like this makes you want to tinker with the Euro brands late 90's/2000 Beem VW Audi etc
You should also change the oil filter canister gasket while you have the fan shroud and pulleys off. It's much easier. Also the power steering hoses are known to leak so those should be changed also. Change the thermostat, housing and water pump now too. I did all this on my M52TU when the radiator blew.
Your amazing Sam. Thanks for all your content. I'm hooked.
Rich called you a chicken farmer that was funny. Jaguar nice project in the wings.
Nice to see you talk about Nissens. I never knew they were a proper OEM but they are also the OE for my Peugeot 206CC. The dealership quoted me about 170 bucks for the rad. I bought it from Autodoc for like, 56 bucks lol.
Good episode. I’m a big E46 fan. I’ve own 2 of them and plan to buy another one.
This is the type of video I like! Lots of progress on a great project. Keep it up up Sam!
This is a tv show type 'progress' where no one learns anything.
What is the point of watching time lapse repairs?
Hit that like button? No thanks I'd rather hit the LOVE button!!!! Cause I love all of your videos Sam!
Great song “hit my love button” but not sure if should express in public. 🤔
Samcrac, check that cooling fan out. The oil on that fan could be from the fan itself because there is oil within the thermostatic fan clutch. If it leaks out of your clutch it will not work properly, which could contribute to overheating. The fan should have some good resistance when turned by hand, if the fan turns easily, replace.
I enjoy Sam's channel. He seems to be a good honest down to earth sort of guy
Good work, Sam. Like your message and the vibe of this video.
Viton is an okay oring for that application, but I would have gone with a Silicone (Red/Orange) oring. Would stand up better against the static pressure and has similar heat resisting properties. The original was probably a black nitrile/buda oring, which understandably disintegrated like it did.
I think that tool is called a " big ass flathead"
Exactly what I was thinking. But I'm assuming you can't fit a flathead screwdriver in there, hence the socket tool.
6:50 - “the M Badge was all Roon’d,” ...what? finally!...I can’t find something flawed with Samcrac. Other than that, he’s My Dude. Winning
I'm tough pressed to question your abilities if that's the only thing you've noticed of him..
It's not roon'd, just take it down to the crick (creek) and wersh (wash) it off.
It’s rooned!! Rooned I tell you!!
@@Panhead49EL ITS WOOSH
I can tell you the color code without the fancy camera. its RGB(255,0,0)
Thats fine but he was explaining under analysis what the paint code came back as
Nissens is a great brand! Radiator for my 2001 Audi is like 50eur while a new one from Audi is 400+
But there are crappy aftermarket brands out there.
Kinda goes back to the saying " you get what you pay for". Although, fcp euro has lifetime warranty. (Just don't expect to "trade" in a new part for an upgrade)
I bought a cheaper maf because it was around $100. The VDO part is around $180...soo, the cheaper maf could not be returned (caused me to chase my tail thinking I had lean issues- it mis metered the air causing my car to run very rich).
Had to shell out $180, but it's all good in the end..I'll repair this car until the parts are free.
@@doylesmith8678 you are lucky because no one offers lifetime parts warranty in Europe. As I said, some aftermarket brands are good (they are the same who manufacture parts for car companies, eg Hella, Behr, VDO) and others are complete crap.
i was waiting for that flathead to fall on his head during the time lapse LOL
Had a brand new 03 Red M3 coupe 6-speed like this one. This brings back a lot of memories.
Damn, I just love watching Sam rebuilding whatever he is rebuilding!
I totally dig watching these videos. I buy ford though because the maintenance is less and the breakdowns are also less. Well, and the parts less as well. When I say less, I mean cost less and and hardly needs to be worked on. Again I love German cars and the glamour. I am hooked on these vids.
I love watching you work on my dream car Sam. Good stuff
very good sam well done!
You’re using “it didn’t cost me anything to fix” very loosely. A fallacious statement.
You literally bought and installed a new alternator and other miscellaneous parts, before diagnosing the cable as the issues.
Good find on the car though!
Not to mention giving away his time for "free". Also not factoring in rent, insurance and all the other things that go along with running a proper business.
9:45 left background!? Is that e60 m5 coming up?
Sam, you should check out European Autohaus on Bearss Ave down in Lutz. They did a great job changing out an LED headlight on my Audi S3 and were at least 50% cheaper than the dealer on pretty much everything else they do. They service all the German brands.
Sam, your best video in eons. Keep 'em coming.
That CPV job was a pain in my ass, but it was literally the only oil leak I had when I bought my e46 m3 8 yrs ago, and I haven't had one leak since!
Did you use the specialty tool or try using a flathead or something
@@dugangant yes, i used the exact same thing he did.
I dare say that, not replacing that Fan Clutch/Clutch Fan (which had obviously been slinging oil out of it onto the Fan Shroud) is probably going to come back and haunt you very soon. If that was in-fact, oil from the Fan Clutch/Clutch Fan that I saw on the Fan Shroud? Those things lose their oil and they lock-up, keeping them engaged all the time.
I drive a bmw and now this video has been super helpful. Thanks sam💪
while ya have it apart i would recommend trying to see if it would be safe to use some battery terminal protector on the starter connection to see if that caan help prevent future problems
Your sponsor segues are good, but you’re no Richie B Kidd.
Who’d wanna b
Rich is the master. -
My '72 Lancia's official color is also Rosso Corsa (by Lancia) so not only Ferraris use it, apparently. Maybe Alfa and Fiat have it also.
11:10. The thing is, the radiator in that box isn’t exactly the same. Yes it’s by the company who made the BMW radiator, but it’s not exact. BMW requires exact specifications for their parts, and the problem is the OE manufacturers switch up the specs or materials a bit for their non BMW version of the part. Yes it’s cheaper, but it’s for a reason. Most of the time these OE manufacturers use cheaper metals, hoses, and anything they can cut costs on. It makes it cheaper, but in the long run it won’t last nearly as long or be as reliable as the BMW OEM one would be. Just a warning.
This is the most noble repair Samcrac has ever done 😂
The hud in red and change the rear lights the interior in carbon and the car gone to be perfect
Surprised you didn't also tackle a new thermostat and water pump while you had the fan out.
Reset your sunroof !! it's out of calibration and not sitting flush with the roof when closed.
Nice to see the work a competent home mechanic can do, and save $$$ as well !!!
Vanos, rear subframe, and rod bearings
That shop is really honest!
I completely rebuilt my e36 m3 all myself with simple tools and two years of patience and funds lol
Just takes time and money.
I wouldn't care to attempt a trans rebuild though..just swap it.
If you’re going to that length the get it blue printed as well...
I had the engine rebuilt by a master bmw tech with everything new top to bottom. It runs and sounds amazing.
I had a shop quote me $10000+ too rebuild and install.
I got everything done on my own for $4500
@@shaunspengler5857 amazing what a tech will charge on a side job vs the shop rate that pays not only the shop... the lights. Tool bills, writer car wash porter. Sales. Etc.... for ever 100 charged..... or rather 200 now at a bmw dealer the tech would be lucky to get 35 of that....
I am not even a mechanic and i also don't have a car but this is fun to watch. 👏🏼
I’ve been watching Samcrac for years, but this project is really starting to give me the courage I need to work on my own E46. I bought a LPG-converted 316i Touring as my first car 6 months ago (not exactly an M3, but at least it looks cool and is cheap to own), and being almost as old as me it of course has some issues... I already replaced the water pump to fix a coolant leak which was a fairly easy job, but now it’s started to leak oil as well and I think that could get quite a bit more involved. But hey, if Sam can do it, so can I, right?
Fixing leaks, eletrical problems, gaskets and so much more!
While you had the valve cover off you should have done a valve adjustment and peeked into the Vanos to check for a broken exhaust hub tab 😁
Dude, you are amazing. How do you do so much work and still shoot, edit and post vids?? Keep it up loving your channel.
I have heard the tools to work on a BMW are expensive and separate from other manufacturer tools??? Maybe it was the M series???
I'm sure you can do 95% of the repairs with $100 worth of metric sockets/wrenches and a few screwdrivers.
Some special tools. There's a cube looking tool for powe steering connections. And I built my bushing tools (various rubber bushings in rear- especially rtab's).
E torx sockets on some bolts. That's it for my 01 330cic. (Diff and carrige bushings are fun)--and while you're there, check fire subframe cracks..
Repair of the cracks could be costly.
(Soo special tools you would need to buy- welder and plates- I made mine, but already have the welder)
I can't think of any more.