SAVING AND MODIFYING THIS BMW E39 540iT WAGON (6 speed conversion, timing chains and more!)

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  • @ShopLifeTV
    @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I wanted to dedicate this video to Raj from Beisan Systems who recently passed away. Raj and I spoke on numerous occasions and he was a very smart and genuine guy. He was always open to listen and wanted to help out everyone and anyone. Raj discovered and developed many of the Vanos solutions for the E39/E46/E36 cars and played a huge role in informing and helping the BMW community. He has my utmost respect and will be dearly missed. Please keep his family in your prayers and continue to support his company (Beisan Systems, which is still run by his family). Rest easy Raj, your legacy will live on forever!

    • @razorrich
      @razorrich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sorry hear about his passing. R.I.P. Rajaie.

    • @Nico_335i_DCT
      @Nico_335i_DCT 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      R.I.P. Raj. My ex e36 is running on his Vanos parts.

    • @alexp6016
      @alexp6016 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So sad to hear! His Vanos solutions have been an incredible contribution to the BMW community. I'm currently running his seals in my E39, and I actually need to redo it again after another 100k miles since I never did the rattle kit.

    • @michaelrawlings3785
      @michaelrawlings3785 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Looking for some help:: got a e46 m3..and need to change the coolant.. what coolant would you say use:: I’m from the uk England..

    • @alexp6016
      @alexp6016 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@michaelrawlings3785 Blue BMW coolant, or any G-48 coolant. Lots of brand make the "European blue" type coolant.

  • @Nico_335i_DCT
    @Nico_335i_DCT 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Wow, brother and sister. This is a fantastic project! And here in Europe, the 6 manual speed 540i is gaining a lot of value. In Germany, these are cults already. These e39 v8's embody the "Freude am Fahren". Dutch regards, Nico

    • @ShopLifeTV
      @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Nico! Wagons are my favorite! They are climbing up in value in the US as well

  • @JamiesGarage1
    @JamiesGarage1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow! You rebuilt the entire car in 1 video! 🤘

  • @h.radican
    @h.radican ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey bro! It's great to have a good mechanic like you! Successes in work!

  • @josephmccormack6910
    @josephmccormack6910 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are awesome. You talk WAY above me. But you relate and I learn something every time I watch your videos. Superb video.👍

    • @ShopLifeTV
      @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate it Joseph. I talk a lot, we end up cutting out a lot of footage lol. I love being able to provide something of value in the videos, thanks for watching man!

  • @interloperdrones1172
    @interloperdrones1172 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Sat in my 540iat applauding you

    • @ShopLifeTV
      @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha thanks for watching!

  • @razorrich
    @razorrich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man, this vid has an incredible amount of substantial info. I need to watch it a few more times, in order to digest it all. Amazing work guys!
    Leaving the auto brake peddle in the manual conversion, sum up the awful work performed from the other shop, lol!

    • @ShopLifeTV
      @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank You Rich! Definitely a lot of info, we were originally making a full DIY on the Timing Chain job, but then my wisdom teeth issues derailed that plan

    • @razorrich
      @razorrich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ShopLifeTV
      Speedy recovery extraction of your wisdom teeth.

    • @ShopLifeTV
      @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They were extracted back in September, but I a fragment was left behind so they had to go back in again to get it out, which is why I was swollen in this video lol

    • @razorrich
      @razorrich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ShopLifeTV
      Friend had the same circumstances. His dentist didn’t take X-rays after the procedure.
      Hope for a quick recovery. The community needs you at 100%!

  • @francispowell1811
    @francispowell1811 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can use ST lowering springs for the rear. I've used them to eliminate the troublesome and leak-prone air system (old), that was constantly an issue on my '99 528iT.
    Best move ever!

  • @chrisburrows3061
    @chrisburrows3061 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    love this have been working on getting my wagon running too. bought my parts wagon, and been doing all my interior swap and get her runnnign right and painted she will be a 1 million miles car

  • @mehmethussein5048
    @mehmethussein5048 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the man I love the way you go thoroughly through the cars I wish you lived in England I would only let you work on my car keep up the good work

  • @christersundin773
    @christersundin773 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, great timing! I bought a 540 wagon two days ago =)

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  • @JoseLopez-uu1hu
    @JoseLopez-uu1hu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job guys 👍

  • @contry507
    @contry507 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, i follow All your videos and you inspire me to work on my own car, 2 days ago, i change the transmission oíl with All the sleeves and buy All the quality parts like your videos. I have a 525i 2005, after I do All the work the car work perfectly, the day after wont start. Please help me

  • @franciscoresendiz1210
    @franciscoresendiz1210 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    aye i got a issue with my bmw, its a 2010 bmw 335i automatic, just swapped a used new auto transmission into the car but the issue is that the dash displays neutral when in a gear. Now does the valve body need programming and is there an easy way to do this, also would the gear selector possibly be the issue? i been trying to figure this out, wanted to see if you could help me out any way

  • @joelgraba1077
    @joelgraba1077 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    hey, any tips on how i can tighten my jesus bolt?

  • @saveyourhero3307
    @saveyourhero3307 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I almost bought a 5 series e39 wagon with a manual transmission

    • @ShopLifeTV
      @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You should have! They are rare and if it was a properly converted wagon then it will definitely go up in value!

  • @ZillaSlides96
    @ZillaSlides96 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I reuse the clutch switch I cut off from my manual donor car to use on the auto im converting? I realized it only has 3 wires and think it’s missing the blue/brown wire.

  • @raitshots
    @raitshots 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    👍😎good video

  • @Haubemotors
    @Haubemotors ปีที่แล้ว

    I can’t get my dme to flash on winkfp, any thoughts?

  • @bm.dub.builds
    @bm.dub.builds 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are you able to do a wiring write up on a 540 non vanos? Willing to pay for your time

  • @TheKJD14
    @TheKJD14 ปีที่แล้ว

    Was the driveshaft from a manual sedan ?

  • @fandysahari3659
    @fandysahari3659 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, i have an e60 523i and i need your help what it might be. My problem is going on reverse and yes, i did change all the sleeve, solenoids, pan, fluid. Problem occur when i went for a long or short drive and it wont on reverse unless i turn off/on back. Please help!

  • @FJDPerformance
    @FJDPerformance 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much do you charge for a chain guides install?

  • @merrellbean7238
    @merrellbean7238 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have some questions about my BMW maybe you could answer him how could I get in contact with you and discuss this problem with my all-wheel drive system but the work that you do on BMW is simply unbelievable that's why I like your channels great job on this new build but if you could help me out with my all-wheel drive system and I got some lights on my dash that I cannot figure out for the life of me how could I get a hold of you

  • @SettinFools
    @SettinFools 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    please help !! i have a 2001 bmw 330ci 5 speed , my car died on highway got jump and found out the alternator was bad . replaced it but the power cable nut was stripped so cut it off connected it with allagator clips car ran fine for 3 months , then died again , the allagator clips had fallen apart and new alternator was bad so got a new alternator had to rig the power cable again , when turn key all power comes on hear fuel pump and hear a single click coming from starter , but no crank , tried jump start didnt work , tried push starting it nothing checked some fuses all were good . i am stuck car ran good before it died , when it died the last time my lights went out then car died like a minute later was last time it ran , any ideas would be thankful for ty

  • @ItsMock
    @ItsMock 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Bro I have a 2013 328i f 30 that needs the turbo replaced how much would you do it for? I'm on nc I have got a quote for 4k...

  • @drewdavis239
    @drewdavis239 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    180,000 rear subframe bushings are a must on a wagon. Rear subframe holds the entire suspension, bushings on the wagon get smoked by comparison

    • @interloperdrones1172
      @interloperdrones1172 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      100%
      Mine were footaad, I polybushed the whole car seeing as removing the rear axle is damn near half the car lol
      Was on 125000 miles when I had to do it and they were bad, the subframe hit the chassis when levered on

    • @ShopLifeTV
      @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This car will most likely need a full rear suspension overhaul in the future, but as of right now the goal is to have the rest of the car mechanically sound. The owner has a lot of other plans once the car gets back to him

  • @zaidtaher1709
    @zaidtaher1709 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello man how are you..can you help me please I have my E 46 if I turn my AC on so can I see coolant lights on . If I driving same problem can you help me 🙏🙏🙏

  • @arkculite
    @arkculite 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi I hope you can help me I have a 2002 325i automatic I did a main seal replacement and swapped out my trans mission when putting the transmission back on I snapped the two 10mm bolts on the shifter bracket what could I do now

    • @ShopLifeTV
      @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, you will need to extract the left over of the bolts from the transmission and then replace them. You may have to clean up the threads as well if they are damaged before putting in the new bolts. You don't really have many other options since that is the only spot the shifter bracket will attach.

    • @arkculite
      @arkculite 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ShopLifeTV so I would have to have to take my transmission off

    • @ShopLifeTV
      @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@arkculite You might be able to just remove the transmission crossmember and tilt the transmission back and get a 90 degree drill adapter with short drill bits to try and remove the rest of the broken bolts.

    • @arkculite
      @arkculite 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ShopLifeTV oh oki thank you soo much for the advice I’ll try my best

    • @arkculite
      @arkculite 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ShopLifeTV I have failed to extract the bolts the extractor keep snapping I went thru sets of extractors. I was wondering if you think I can weld the bracket on btw I took the trans back off took me like 30mins

  • @archivedpump2744
    @archivedpump2744 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I dont know if youll see this i hope you do if anyone knows the anwser feel free to tell me but I was wondering if a axel out of a 2003 325i will fit into my 2002 325ci?

    • @ShopLifeTV
      @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You will need to check the part numbers. There were a few different variations between the axles across the e46 non m cars and some of the 325i axles are different than the 325ci axles since the differential output shafts are different.

    • @archivedpump2744
      @archivedpump2744 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ShopLifeTV so i cant use the differential as well with the axel i was gonna use the entire thing since i planed to manual swap

  • @KKE1978
    @KKE1978 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey please i need somebody parts for the wagon. How can i reach you

  • @wozmac771
    @wozmac771 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have sent a few emails, please take a look and reply if you don't mind.

  • @alpharius8573
    @alpharius8573 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    O___O From the start, bmw after one month meth marathon.

  • @almightysanchez4565
    @almightysanchez4565 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Blasphemy...
    I'm only 36 seconds in though so let's see lol

    • @almightysanchez4565
      @almightysanchez4565 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A minute 15 seconds in and I've been shut up lmao

    • @ShopLifeTV
      @ShopLifeTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The manual to auto conversion was an unwanted bonus lol

  • @daidinero7745
    @daidinero7745 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    These autos suck…very fragile