A good tip that I use on BMW's and will work with other cars is to use 4-6 short studs same thread as the oil pan bolts, you will install the studs spread out evenly in the short bolt holes not the long. Will need very small rubber o-rings, you slip the gasket in place, put a rubber o-ring over each stud and this will hold the gasket in place. I work alone and this is the way to do it. Even faster than when two people try and install. Install all the bolts not tight, and remove the studs, go slow and in case the rubber seal gets left behind just use a small needle like scribe and can fish out. If you do a later BMW you can cut the old aluminium bolts and make studs from them and they are larger so you can hack saw a screw slot for easy removal. This will be very helpful, especially for a one mechanic operation. Try it!
Great job on the video! Although I wish you would have had the camera a little closer. I need to do my oil pan gasket and I'm trying to avoid taking off the entire Fan clutch assembly. There are only but a few videos on this DIY but yours is by far one of the best!!!
Are you in SoCal? Is the shop you work at in L.A. County? Ran over a big rock going through a canyon a few days ago. I believe it hit the oil pan (still gotta look underneath). Not sure if I’m allowed to ask you to do the job in comments. Thanks
The Euro Mechanic If you can really knock it out that fast...I’ll have my car towed there...2000 323Ci...I think the only difference is I have the reinforcement brace...part #31111096431 ...are you ok if I bring the parts (used oil pan)? Can I get a labor quote?
Hi I have a question I got 2013 f30 When I was replace oil pan gasket There need some kind glue for gasket Can you tell me how should I use the glue please? Thanks
BMW specified threebond 1209 which is just one brand of RTV. If you're buying locally then use Permatex Ultra Grey, Victor Reinz Reinzosil, or Elring Dirko Sealant. The easiest to obtain by far is the Permatex Ultra Grey. You apply this only to the four joints on the engine block where the front and rear seal housings bolt on.
Awesome video man! Just curious but where are you situated? And how much would a oil pan gasket job cost? I'm in need of this repair for my 2002 e46 325i. I'm hoping the rear main seal isn't leaking
I'm located in the inland empire(southern cali) area. I haven't seen too many rear main seal failures on Bmw. typically they start to go at really high mileage. I'm honestly not sure on the price my shop charges but i would guess around 600+ to start. don't quote me lol
not a problem. try supplying your own gasket that may help on cost also. just check the reviews before you buy it. that way the shop can't make up the parts.
Grab America by the Flaps probably the boss bugging out “why it’s not done yet? it’s just an oil pan!” @the euro mechanic, nice video. I have to do a 535xi tomorrow :/
The Euro Mechanic Sounds good bro appreciate it and if something else would be wrong would you let me know since you can check under there and see everything good?
A good tip that I use on BMW's and will work with other cars is to use 4-6 short studs same thread as the oil pan bolts,
you will install the studs spread out evenly in the short bolt holes not the long. Will need very small rubber o-rings, you slip the gasket in place, put a rubber o-ring over each stud and this will hold the gasket in place. I work alone and this is the way to do it.
Even faster than when two people try and install. Install all the bolts not tight, and remove the studs, go slow and in case the rubber seal gets left behind just use a small needle like scribe and can fish out. If you do a later BMW you can cut the old aluminium bolts and make studs from them and they are larger so you can hack saw a screw slot for easy removal. This will be very helpful, especially for a one mechanic operation. Try it!
Damn I like just watched like 5 of your videos and I'm digging it. Good shit man , hope you keeping making them
thanks bro I appreciate it!
Great job on the video! Although I wish you would have had the camera a little closer. I need to do my oil pan gasket and I'm trying to avoid taking off the entire Fan clutch assembly. There are only but a few videos on this DIY but yours is by far one of the best!!!
Cuddie Bri you can get to the tensioner bolt from the bottom with a long ratchet and swallow socket
Thanks mate. I am doing this exact job tomorrow. Cheers
Very easy because of that beautiful garage
Are you in SoCal? Is the shop you work at in L.A. County? Ran over a big rock going through a canyon a few days ago. I believe it hit the oil pan (still gotta look underneath). Not sure if I’m allowed to ask you to do the job in comments. Thanks
yeah my shop is in huntington beach
The Euro Mechanic If you can really knock it out that fast...I’ll have my car towed there...2000 323Ci...I think the only difference is I have the reinforcement brace...part #31111096431 ...are you ok if I bring the parts (used oil pan)? Can I get a labor quote?
@@blucaller1 5 hours labor at 150per hour is 750 before taxes. message me if your interested.
How much for an 2001 x5 3.0i
Wow! 2-hours in and out, was that your labor charge?
I see why it’s so expensive. I’m in the shop now
Guess I’m going the JB Weld route
TruthDecay - 😜
great video!
super job!
You took out the airbox to unzip-tie the power steering hoses? No need to get the dipstick tube out right?
wondering the same
What did you charge for this repair? I have the same car and need it done.
All that for an oil pan. Jeez. That's probably an 8 hr job
This job is easier than the model 330 Xi, which front CV axle needs to be removed.
Good video!
Hi, how many labour hours to change the oil pan gasket you reckon? Just buying a 2002 330i and want to factor in some labour for this. Thanks
Where??? I got quoted 1500
Must be nice not having to fuck with awd. I have to remove the whole front of my car front suspension and crossmember oh and drive shaft
Where is this guy?
Hi I have a question
I got 2013 f30
When I was replace oil pan gasket
There need some kind glue for gasket
Can you tell me how should I use the glue please?
Thanks
BMW specified threebond 1209 which is just one brand of RTV. If you're buying locally then use Permatex Ultra Grey, Victor Reinz Reinzosil, or Elring Dirko Sealant. The easiest to obtain by far is the Permatex Ultra Grey. You apply this only to the four joints on the engine block where the front and rear seal housings bolt on.
thats actually a 330ci ZHP. but thanks for the video. this jobs seems more tedious than hard. is the engine bar needed?
adrian jennings. Yeah the engine support bar is required unless you can support the engine another way
adrian jennings. Yes unless u want it to fall on you lol
I know right, the car they rolled in was not the same car he worked on. Jus sayin
Anthony Haynes - lol
@@antslife1089 That's why there weren't any warning lights on when he was done!
Do you have one for xi
Awesome video man! Just curious but where are you situated? And how much would a oil pan gasket job cost? I'm in need of this repair for my 2002 e46 325i. I'm hoping the rear main seal isn't leaking
I'm located in the inland empire(southern cali) area. I haven't seen too many rear main seal failures on Bmw. typically they start to go at really high mileage. I'm honestly not sure on the price my shop charges but i would guess around 600+ to start. don't quote me lol
The Euro Mechanic thank you I really appreciate the reply. It helps though because at least I know how much I might be looking at.
not a problem. try supplying your own gasket that may help on cost also. just check the reviews before you buy it. that way the shop can't make up the parts.
I was quoted $1100 from my mechanic near Culver City (also in Los Angeles.)
That guy in all black. Is he the supervisor ranting "Are you done yet?"
Now do a new X drive with active steering in 2 hours in and out lol
How much is this to do at a shop? ShouldI do it myself? Labor is like $900 but parts is $35 out where I live
where do you live?
The Euro Mechanic California
@@itsohk9870 where in california lol
The Euro Mechanic lol thats why Im asking, on a typical job like this, how much ?
How much does that cost to do ?
How much did that cost ?
who's the tool in the video
Grab America by the Flaps probably the boss bugging out “why it’s not done yet? it’s just an oil pan!”
@the euro mechanic, nice video. I have to do a 535xi tomorrow :/
Badass
What does a job like this cost on average
victor sanchez
So this guy is all about the customer, good. But he's bad for business.
David Anderson - 💸
for oil pan cover with 21 pcs of screw, how much Nm has to be used ?
10 Nm (88 in-lb) for 8.8 bolts, 12Nm (106 in-lb) for 10.9.
How much you charge for that job
I'll for sure be taking my car here what is your name so I can ask for you when I take it,around $600 isn't that bad...
my name is marc
The Euro Mechanic
Sounds good bro appreciate it and if something else would be wrong would you let me know since you can check under there and see everything good?
When I price this it’s about 800 to 1000 dollars us
NIce.
Now do an e46 Xi and see how long it takes.
#experiencesucks
Dang,,,,
Fuck that music too loud.
Waste of time watching it.