[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by biggynuts01

Tom, can you give us the estimated cost (including bearings)?

We cannot discuss pricing here, but just posted details in the [SPONSORS Classifieds/Groupbuys/Specials Area > Engine | Drivetrain | Exhaust] section of the forum.

PM coming shortly.

Originally Posted by leigh

What bearings does ESS sell with there 650 kit?

Believe they are OEM, but the revised part number. I'll find out to be 100% certain.

Originally Posted by e92zero

I am with rantarM3 on this for the simple fact that there isn't a reputable shop around my area that I trust for these kind of machine work so at some point I will change the bearings out myself.

There are like 3 threads going on at the same time regarding these bearings. In one of the threads, it quoted Duschanio from M5board that the new bearing is actually harder than the old one and without lead. Is there any concern with this like it's actually going to make the clearance problem worse or that the crank journal will get damaged easier/earlier, etc?

If you're not 100% confident on DIY, we can arrange transport for you and handle it on our end. Tt's not as expensive as one would think.

Originally Posted by Transfer

This plus DCT uncertainties is exactly why I'm getting a 7/100k extended warranty when I'm up in 2014.

Very good idea. Only time will tell how this plays out.

Originally Posted by WallyM5

As time goes on and miles start to add up you will see more bearing pictures, but for now it's clear you will need to change your bearings as a regular part of maintenance for the S65 & S85 motors.

Bearings at 50,000
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e60...50k-miles.html

Bearings at 64,000
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e60...res-2-s85.html

Bearings at 84,000
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e60...000-miles.html

Bearings at 94,000
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e60...000-miles.html

We have had several M5 members have to replace the engine as well because of rod bearing issues as well. Most under 60,000 miles. So to say that we don't see it, is just because there are so few that actually participate on the forums. But it is happening and truth is it's no big deal. You are looking at $500-700 in parts and 12-16 hours in labor. I changed mine in the garage so it is a DIY as well. We also have a member over in Germany that changes them regularly and his friend is one of the M engineers that travels around to the various dealership and see alot of M car, he stated it is a very common problem that can be prevented.

Thanks for taking the time to post, it's starting to look more and more like a serious issue. For those looking to keep their vehicles for a while, it's a good idea to have them inspected or at least obtain extended warranty.

I doubt that we will see any official announcement on this. Reports are few and far in between within the 50K warranty window. I do know of a couple instances, of happening as low as ~20K .