BMW m30 Head Gasket Replacement How-To!

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  • Hey Guys, a quick tutorial on replacing the head gasket on a m30b33 or m30b35. We removed the engine to make it easy to follow for you guys to see what we're showing, this is more of a video on specifically replacing the head gasket, torque specs, and timing. This how-to would be helpful for those that have an e28 535i, e24 533i, or an e34 535i, and more...
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  • @johnbanfield4179
    @johnbanfield4179 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Hi, this is John from the UK. I am 72 now so pretty much given up repairing motors. I agree with everything you have said in this tutorial. The only thing I wish you would do is get yourself a strong workbench to sit the engine on while you are working on it. I speak from bitter experience after having three back surgeries and now have titanium rods screwed to my spine. When I was your age I thought I was invincible but, over the years working on motors on the floor is really bad, not only for your back but also your knees. Respect brother.

  • @shathiso
    @shathiso 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Every time I watch I leave the channel feeling like a seasoned mechanic. Respect.

  • @MrBEAN584
    @MrBEAN584 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    now why the hell does such quality bmw content not get more subs? hillarious and interesting to watch. 👍

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I think we are shadow banned... Spread the word!!!

    • @slowazbmwkilla3073
      @slowazbmwkilla3073 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How is the ignition timing set on this engine ?

    • @sebidiebiene9526
      @sebidiebiene9526 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@slowazbmwkilla3073 the ignition is controlled by the distributor that is mounted on top of the rotor which was installed on the camshaft

  • @crafty_customsyt
    @crafty_customsyt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Yoo!! this is perfect. I was just planning on doing the headgasket on mine! Fuck yeah do more m30 videos like this please!!! I'm gonna get arp studs since I wana turbo it

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Perfect timing man! We’ll be putting out a video (hopefully sometime soon) on re routing the cooling system to be better in m30s as well

  • @francispowell1811
    @francispowell1811 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Would love to have seen valves lapped and new valve seals done on the M30.

  • @Dustinsfishtanks
    @Dustinsfishtanks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is an amazing tutorial. I love the attention to detail. I’m not afraid of this job at all now

  • @nextphase7481
    @nextphase7481 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for providing some great content on servicing the M30 engine. Very clear and instructive video for those of us who keep our older BMWs alive but who are not full-time mechanics. Very helpful and appreciated, thanks!

  • @danielmaxhoffmann1917
    @danielmaxhoffmann1917 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just bought an E34 M30B35 last week... more like a restoration/project/hobby car (I have also E34 M50B20 as a daily). My neighbour has an E28 with ETA (also as restoration/project/hobby car). I will watch everything related to M30 and M20 on your chanel, guys, since the amount of tips is extraordinary! We all owe you a Corona beer... ;)

  • @MrActionPL1
    @MrActionPL1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dude you've just saved my life at this moment. My christmas gift from my e32 was leaking head gasket, and unfortunately on polish youtube there's no quality video about replacement. Thank you!

  • @pandorousmusic
    @pandorousmusic 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great video! love seeing people work on these old cars

  • @bimmermerchant
    @bimmermerchant 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video, keep up the good work

  • @psavel274
    @psavel274 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I dont know what had me laughing more, the dance move skit or "if you get distracted by the guy across the street kicking his dog..." thanks for the laughs as always man. Rofl!!!

  • @1knowsnothing1
    @1knowsnothing1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just sub’d. What a resource you guys are! I just bought my first E30 and your channel is such breath of fresh air without all the hot boi bullshit and stupid theme music. Love it!

  • @chuckhagen8966
    @chuckhagen8966 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Engine work, tools and beer. My three favorites

  • @xaviercorr9013
    @xaviercorr9013 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The amount of fun you guys have in the shop is amazing 😂😂😂

  • @MustafaKhan-ph5hl
    @MustafaKhan-ph5hl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i am not sure how you guys are not huge yet. like always great video.

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Help spread the word!!!! We need help!! Shadow banning is real!

  • @houseofno
    @houseofno 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Subbed! Keep up great work!
    Those headbolts are called torque to yield. Once tightened using correct process, they stretch BY DESIGN. They are designed to be used EXACTLY ONE TIME. Don't try to skimp here, people. Thirty four dollars is not the place to be cheap. Buy new bolts when reattaching.

  • @MichaelTroyMooney
    @MichaelTroyMooney 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks so much for putting this together. You guys are the real deal! Bout to start a m30 rebuild and this was perfect!

  • @MJ-wb3vb
    @MJ-wb3vb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video remember to have that upper timing case machined with the head

  • @reeewhydoihavetochangethese
    @reeewhydoihavetochangethese 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The carbot bit was too funny man. Good info too, thanks again dudes. Keep rockin we'll get ya big

  • @nsheehy9953
    @nsheehy9953 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great stuff.
    Keep em coming.

  • @angelbalaguel6743
    @angelbalaguel6743 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome videos and detailed work !! I love it keep up the great work man!!!

  • @ClassicBMWFanInQuebec
    @ClassicBMWFanInQuebec 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great content for the M30 and good explanations. Thanks for the video!

  • @12VDHuey
    @12VDHuey 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As always great stuff guys! Love working on these. I'll probably have some m30 content coming up with the swap on the e28, I had hours worth of content when I did the head rebuild on the e34 that I just never had the time to edit unfortunately.

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the support man. Looking forward to the swap video.

  • @DD-tv5oz
    @DD-tv5oz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome. Gonna drop an M30B35 in my E30 so both your E30 and M30 Videos are bang on the money. Thanks so much from ze Deutschland!

  • @viperocco
    @viperocco ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video gents. Super informative

  • @trancer000
    @trancer000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Really intresting to watch, lot of good tips what to follow! (Y)

  • @musamanjati5268
    @musamanjati5268 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the content. Am planning a M30b32 build in the next few months. S38 content would be the bomb!!!

  • @javiervalencia6720
    @javiervalencia6720 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Going to be doing this on my 90 535i soon! I have been looking for a video like this for a while now!

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy we could help!

    • @javiervalencia6720
      @javiervalencia6720 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DENVERBEERANDOIL any other tips you have? I will be leaving the engine in the car also any "while I'm there" things I should do?

  • @Suislidal_Tandemcies
    @Suislidal_Tandemcies 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey you guys fantastic video I have an e28 533i and I'm swapping on a head made by bimmerheads. This video is exactly what I needed to give me the confidence to do so. Would love to see more on e28s and all BMW for that matter. Keep up the good work!

    • @kento934
      @kento934 ปีที่แล้ว

      how'd go?

    • @Suislidal_Tandemcies
      @Suislidal_Tandemcies ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kento934 went smooth got it on no issues no leaks and got it up and running with the tcd turbo kit !

    • @kento934
      @kento934 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Suislidal_Tandemcies that was a quick response 😄, was it your first time or did you have some prior mechanical expirence, I just bought E34 535i and looking forward to working on it, but it will be my first😅

  • @cavemanindustries5102
    @cavemanindustries5102 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video! Very helpful.

  • @Belozw
    @Belozw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yeahh! More M30 videos please! :D

  • @lightbulb002
    @lightbulb002 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Make sure you watch till the 16min mark. Worth every second! Kevin Smith is going to be stealing this montage for his next movie.

  • @GearheadologyGarage
    @GearheadologyGarage ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video really helped me thks 👍🏽

  • @gerryreggea
    @gerryreggea 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just the right timing, thanks

  • @j.collett2364
    @j.collett2364 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great content fellas, real helpful. Any chance we could get an M30 timing chain replacement tutorial as well if you've got another laying around? Mine needs a head gasket and t-chain covers leak real bad so I'm hoping to refresh the chain, tensioner and guide while I'm there. I know the chains are "lifetime" items but there's 240k on the motor so I thought it would be a good idea. Thanks.

  • @atlteetube
    @atlteetube 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    good video about installing nmew heas gasket. NOTE if you have decked the head or removed any materila at machine shop from head / block isnt it is necessary to machine the cam cover also.

  • @gustavosimoes5360
    @gustavosimoes5360 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, it helped me a lot in the assembly, greetings from Brazil!

  • @kevskustoms8744
    @kevskustoms8744 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video!

  • @GentilsGarage
    @GentilsGarage 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great stuff and very informative, thank you.
    I’m trying to sort out the M10b20 of my 1974 520 E12

  • @luisbenitez3428
    @luisbenitez3428 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Try to get around doing a M6 engine thanks very helpful

  • @cainsantacruz8655
    @cainsantacruz8655 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Damn just barelly seeing these videos, good shit to see other people near me working in classics. Foshure gonna need to stop by and have you work on my cars.

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hmu on insta! Don't want to just go posting my info publically haha. @dbo_murdo

  • @nirajbharath1040
    @nirajbharath1040 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great video! Messaging from the UK. Recently just taken my e28 528i out of storage and ready to start restoring it. Do you have any method where we can send you questions directly?

  • @Glob3Tech
    @Glob3Tech 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just a joy to follow your videos! If you can do a S38b38 rebuild that would be amazing!

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In the works actually!

    • @Glob3Tech
      @Glob3Tech 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DENVERBEERANDOIL 🤘🤘🤘

  • @REALSHYT666
    @REALSHYT666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Damn Love the carbot 5000 Dance bit 🤣🤣🤣 y'all are hilarious. Okay so when mine comes up on the Chopin Block. Can we tap that plate on the back of the head for cooling down the head in the Rear so I never blow another head gasket again.

  • @kurtprastka4430
    @kurtprastka4430 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will resurfacing head and/or block significantly change the CR enough to alter the running characteristics? Does the new head gasket thickness account for the resurfacing? I hope the machine shop would discuss this. Great video. I always love M30 content and E34 topics.

  • @trevmccrossan8314
    @trevmccrossan8314 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video😎👍

  • @garagefabroart
    @garagefabroart 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was excellent! Please do more M30 content! Do all these steps apply to an older M30B32? I dont see why they wouldn't but its good to ask.

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, all these steps apply. The b32 has a different style intake manifold, that is a little more of a pain to remove, but that's about the only difference.

  • @fabien1446
    @fabien1446 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Party fail dropping your beer. Lol.
    Cheers. Nice vid. Really informative.

  • @indy1234567891011
    @indy1234567891011 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this

  • @djram2nv
    @djram2nv 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey thanks for the video. It's come in handy for my e32 as that's what I need to do. I'll have to leave the block in the car and remove the head but how do you heat cycle?

  • @kyleknudsen2131
    @kyleknudsen2131 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    great video guys! i'd love to see the head disassembly, i actually have an M30 with the #1 intake rocker broken, i know the headbolts hold in the rocker shafts but i've never pulled the shafts or any rockers, is it possible to say pull some of the bolts and pull one of the shafts out without pulling the head? Awesome step by step video.

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The head bolts actually do not hold the Rockers inOh, The Rocker shafts do what you can remove in the car through the front of the head if you remove the cam gear and timing chain cover

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you send me a DM I would be happy to send you a short video as I have one of these heads on the bench right now. @mile_high_euros

    • @bertolinomarco3871
      @bertolinomarco3871 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      DBO - could u please forward as well to infombeurowerks@gmail.com. Thx.

  • @RABERTRON
    @RABERTRON 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have a Timing chain replacement vid for an M30

  • @gabrielabers5119
    @gabrielabers5119 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How about a head teardown, and put back together on the m30? I'm in the starting process of a turbo build on my e34, and would love a nice detailed video for head work

  • @42records35
    @42records35 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got that beast in Malawi brother still checking out more how to upgrade it

  • @NoorShaheed
    @NoorShaheed 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you

  • @Rawvicious
    @Rawvicious 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So when you install the headbolts, do you install them dry? Or with with a lubrication or oiled with engine oil?

  • @thomaskulpa8285
    @thomaskulpa8285 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to undo some work to ... I hink this is because when Im breaking engine to pieces I do not pay attentin what sequence parts came off... I installed some parts to early and I had to undo one step or two.

  • @omarhoustn
    @omarhoustn 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you do a video of installing a turbo on the same motor. I got a 5:35i and would love to put up turbo but don't know much about it

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Will be putting twin turbos on an m30 e34 within the next year

  • @MrMatter98
    @MrMatter98 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video, btw the OT mark on the balancer is german and stands for "Oberer Todpunkt" which means top dead center.

  • @MrAnticaArte
    @MrAnticaArte 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the amazing video, man.
    How much heavier it the m30b35 compared to the m20b25?
    I am considering swapping the m30 to my 325 e30.
    Thanks

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is about 60 lbs more, it is a somewhat common swap, the larger package makes cooling a challenge though

    • @MrAnticaArte
      @MrAnticaArte 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DENVERBEERANDOIL thanks for the response.
      I changed route, swapping a k24 with the s2000 transmission for my e30 track car👍

  • @pedrorodrigueztube
    @pedrorodrigueztube 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    do you need a thicker gasket if you resurfaced the head?

  • @Nezaam1000
    @Nezaam1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi pls tell the viewers if they resurface their head to bolt upper timing cover to the head

  • @rv10pro
    @rv10pro ปีที่แล้ว

    At 400,000 miles my beloved 535i lost its Head Gasket. Should I replace the timing chain, check the Rod Bearings and prepare to Rehone the cylinders?

  • @Oleman72
    @Oleman72 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I need help I have a 92 325 i and 3000 what do I need to do to make it fast. Not drift but drag. Any info would help just don't know where to start. And with 3000 can't make mistakes. Thanks

  • @blobcsgo7190
    @blobcsgo7190 หลายเดือนก่อน

    nice

  • @bruhbedrivin
    @bruhbedrivin 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Should do a video on swapping an m30 into an e30😎

  • @DenbrAkke
    @DenbrAkke 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is the m30 head assembly video allready made/online? :)

  • @ixsnow-__-manxl7238
    @ixsnow-__-manxl7238 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    M54b30 turbo build pls

  • @alexkang5589
    @alexkang5589 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi! What would be the best way to remove this engine? Take off suspension from bottom with hoister with transmission and engine together? Please let me know. I am about to take my M30 engine off by myself.

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you have a lift, dropping the subframe with the engine still attached is the most convenient, if not, best bet would be to take off the hood and front bumper, disconnect the engine/trans combo from the subframe and pull it up and out with a hoist, both cases if you're separating the engine from the trans it's easiest to get it all out. It'll take longer but still great

  • @fleshvehicle9140
    @fleshvehicle9140 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could this video work on an m20 engine ?

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is similar, but the m20 has a timing belt in contrast to the m30 using a timing chain. You can search m20 timing belt replacement for how to set the timing.

  • @funnypranker34
    @funnypranker34 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My e34 with the m30b35 has leaking injectors and random hard starts

  • @dokterkarel
    @dokterkarel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this dude's been drinking corona since february. Meanwhile we are so fucking scared of it like a bunch of chickens. This guy is badass!
    Also: good advice about cleaning the oil on the threads of the headbolts. I royaly oiled my bolts before installing. This might have not been the very best idea than ... (luckily it's been running for 3 months with no issues so far)

  • @charlesmintus3063
    @charlesmintus3063 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello...I have a 86 635 csi and it came with 125 hp on the dyno...so I figured turbocharge and this is the road I can not get off nor do I want...even though it is very expensive. I have some experiences that may be helpful to other dyi turbocharge converts. Do your best to stay away from TCD and put the parts together yourself. The TCD manifold might be the easiest to pick up and from there get a turbo that will give you the desired HP. Turbos are vital and the better quality is worth the extra dollar or two. The same for the ECU. Wiring should be stripped to essential OEM wires and everything else ECU harness. The clutch should be a match to the HP desired, Quality again is very important. Flywheel shaved 8 pounds Is a max. The exhaust should be 3 inches in and out. The exchanger should be as large as possible to ensure cool ram air. A racing cam must be timed to the number one piston and number one piston timed to TDC of the crank. Add meth if you want cheap HP, make sure it is a programmable module. Have the wastegate spring set to 20 psi and know your limit which should be set on the ECU for protection. Fuel and pump with the regulator are able to handle 50 plus psi. A Nuke fuel rail with large 80 psi injectors. High voltage coil, cool turbocharged applicable spark plugs. OEM wires. Tubing and piping secured. A good tuner with a dyno and you are off to the races. My next step is to hall off to a Haltech ECU turner for BMW 6 series. Cheers.

  • @jerrygonzalez2686
    @jerrygonzalez2686 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Qk question how much does a job like this cost, much appreciated

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you can find a shop that works on old BMWs, I would think you would expect to pay $750-$1000.

    • @jerrygonzalez2686
      @jerrygonzalez2686 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DENVERBEERANDOIL my main concern is timing the engine, and also these shops don't do these jobs on a regular basis which is other concern.

  • @lexistanford7124
    @lexistanford7124 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does anyone know what differences there are for the M30B30 are.

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I've never personally done one, but the procedure should be the same.

    • @lexistanford7124
      @lexistanford7124 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      you are the best!Tthank you for quality content.

  • @billpatterson4572
    @billpatterson4572 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    No gasket behind front head cover!?

  • @the111ghost6
    @the111ghost6 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    First comment

  • @johnhannah8079
    @johnhannah8079 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Something tells me AutoZone doesn't have these bolts anymore

  • @snoobabs1
    @snoobabs1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great content bro, but please, for the love of everything holy... when the engine is out, give it a deep clean and a respray 🤦🏻‍♂️👍🏻

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha! On a time crunch you can only do so much

    • @snoobabs1
      @snoobabs1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha, I hear you man. Keep up the good content!

  • @nerde3031
    @nerde3031 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I gotta say i really like your channel so far guys.... but i cant tell if you are being coy or serious about some things lol. if you need any info on the megasquirt stuff or anything regarding your turbo e34 hit me up on instagram. @nerd_e30 I know you guys are techs, but sometimes it helps to know a friend who has gone through every problem with ms and m30b35 turbo engines. Anyways keep the vids coming, cheers

  • @AMMA-we3zz
    @AMMA-we3zz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am not really sure why didn’t you pull the valves and wire brushed them? At the least you could clean and lap the valves to the seats if you’re not going to do a 3 angle valve job. You were just focused on replacing the head gasket. At least that’s what I do when pulling a cylinder head. Great job otherwise. Thanks

  • @sjm98126
    @sjm98126 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    yo i know you got a m30 cam in that shop somewhere you want to sell me...

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Only stock ones....

    • @sjm98126
      @sjm98126 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DENVERBEERANDOIL that works for me. i got a e23 with a bad head gasket i'm tryin to put back together, but i have excessive wear on the #1 cylinder intake and exhaust lobes. cant find a cam on ebay, and my cam is too shot to use as a core for a regrind stock. just need something at the very least good enough to use as a core, but i'm also thinking about m54 swapping the car some time in the future so if i can save the money on a fresh regrind, and just slap a used stock cam in and send it, thats cool with me too.

    • @DENVERBEERANDOIL
      @DENVERBEERANDOIL  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alright let me see what I can find tomorrow.

    • @sjm98126
      @sjm98126 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DENVERBEERANDOIL awesome, thanks!