100% DONE - Connecting Rod Bearing Replacement (First DIY Team Work on the planet)

SYT_Shadow · 01-22-2017, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by swhat

Awesome work. Will you add detailed instructions for the rest of us for reference? Thanks

That's in the DIY

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1333638

SYT_Shadow · 01-22-2017, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by su_root

How did I miss this thread when you guys worked on this??? Would have been grateful to tag along to help document

SYT- where's your DIY?

My '13 with ~50k is due for this job

What a shame you didn't see this earlier! If someone has a lift accessible we can always do the trip again!

Fortunately the DIY is fully documented!

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1333638

admranger · 01-22-2017, 10:11 PM

Great job guys!

Solo_M_Tech · 01-23-2017, 05:51 AM

Its gotta feel good knowing you did the work yourself. Having done my own rod bearings too ( I have access to a lift and a full shop, since i work there) I can say it feels rewarding. Congrats!

jeff@autocouture · 01-23-2017, 08:11 AM

Excellent job guys!!! love seeing this stuff on the forums where strangers get together to make some magic happen!!! Props all around!!!

tdott · 01-23-2017, 08:28 AM

Had a great time guys! Another S65 safe from rb failure!

An after shot I took before we headed out for the 'test drive'.

SYT_Shadow · 01-23-2017, 10:27 AM

It was great!

Now we just need a DIY for cams and a stroker engine

FMLYSDN · 01-23-2017, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by SYT_Shadow

It was great!

Now we just need a DIY for cams and a stroker engine

Amen brother

Cbozz · 01-23-2017, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by SYT_Shadow

Around 8 hours including lunch and a few breaks to pet 'bear', Trevor's massive dog

Chris here. Yes that was definitely a good day, I'm glad I got to sit in with you guys through this DIY. I think I need to start planning my own since I'm at 80k and original bearings! Maybe Trevor will be able to rent out some lift time haha and helping hand. Anyhow it was great meeting you guys! Have safe travels home!

Cbozz · 01-23-2017, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by tdott

Had a great time guys! Another S65 safe from rb failure!

An after shot I took before we headed out for the 'test drive'.

I like this one! Good colors considering it got dark so quick!

SYT_Shadow · 01-24-2017, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Cbozz

Chris here. Yes that was definitely a good day, I'm glad I got to sit in with you guys through this DIY. I think I need to start planning my own since I'm at 80k and original bearings! Maybe Trevor will be able to rent out some lift time haha and helping hand. Anyhow it was great meeting you guys! Have safe travels home!

It was great to meet you as well, thank you for dropping by! I hope now you feel more confident about the process!

tdott · 01-24-2017, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Cbozz

Maybe Trevor will be able to rent out some lift time haha and helping hand. Anyhow it was great meeting you guys! Have safe travels home!

For sure, let me know when you are ready. I got all the tools!

SaNGRia · 01-27-2017, 03:23 PM

Having so much fun with the beast since we re done with the bearings. Feeling like a brand new engine. Temperature is dropped to 65F down here for awhile. So you know car is running without waiting the Sunday at this time of the year

SYT_Shadow · 01-27-2017, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by SaNGRia

Having so much fun with the beast since we re done with the bearings. Feeling like a brand new engine. Temperature is dropped to 65F down here for awhile. So you know car is running without waiting the Sunday at this time of the year

love the video! Now I feel like I need an E93 in the family

SaNGRia · 01-27-2017, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by SYT_Shadow

love the video! Now I feel like I need an E93 in the family

Well, it is the only one missing in your family anyway you have all others

But I am definitely looking for a built e92 for only track use

sirploppy · 01-27-2017, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by SaNGRia

Having so much fun with the beast since we re done with the bearings. Feeling like a brand new engine. Temperature is dropped to 65F down here for awhile. So you know car is running without waiting the Sunday at this time of the year

Nice!

Do you have the perception that the engine is running smoother? I know the motor mounts definately help, but im curious if rod bearing replacement has a noticeable effect on nvh.

SaNGRia · 01-27-2017, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by sirploppy

Nice!

Do you have the perception that the engine is running smoother? I know the motor mounts definately help, but im curious if rod bearing replacement has a noticeable effect on nvh.

I think Yes. It is alot smoother. I never heard my clutch rattling sound that clear since i own the car and i had experienced 1 time oil change during this period.

I still feel little shaky sometimes on the engine. But runs so smooth so far

BigRussia · 02-01-2017, 07:03 PM

Dang wish I saw this thread earlier, I'm in Miami and know of GarageYourself. I would've loved to hangout and see the process first hand and even lend a hand! I'm in the same shoes you were Sangria, I was considering having a reputable local shop (AA have a buddy who works sales there) do the job, but Trevor reached out to me and I decided I rather have him do it once I finish gathering all the parts lol. Really excited after seeing threads like this and SYT's amazing DIY!

SaNGRia · 02-03-2017, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by BigRussia

Dang wish I saw this thread earlier, I'm in Miami and know of GarageYourself. I would've loved to hangout and see the process first hand and even lend a hand! I'm in the same shoes you were Sangria, I was considering having a reputable local shop (AA have a buddy who works sales there) do the job, but Trevor reached out to me and I decided I rather have him do it once I finish gathering all the parts lol. Really excited after seeing threads like this and SYT's amazing DIY!

Sorry for that buddy. Yeah Trevor is the best DIY Garage to me and no one can beat it

He is really good too so you are good to go! It was the best DIY experience that I ever had so far. And it was amazing to see the engine is still in brand new condition after driven 39K Miles!

Good luck!

olaf m3 · 02-05-2017, 01:54 PM

I in s Fla and also planning on having a shop do the work but after this post maybe we can plan something in the future? Mine is a 2009 e90 m3 with 48k miles.

Cbozz · 02-05-2017, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by olaf m3

I in s Fla and also planning on having a shop do the work but after this post maybe we can plan something in the future? Mine is a 2009 e90 m3 with 48k miles.

haha I just hit 80k on my OEM bearings

SaNGRia · 02-05-2017, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by olaf m3

I in s Fla and also planning on having a shop do the work but after this post maybe we can plan something in the future? Mine is a 2009 e90 m3 with 48k miles.

Lets do it. Doesn't matter how old or how many miles at this point, Do it for peace

Have you ever sent an oil sample?

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