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10-08-2018, 05:51 PM | #1 |
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Replacing throttle body actuators locally
To GVA people, where do you recommend to replace thise parts? I would like to avoid dealership if there is a reputable shop for a job like this.
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10-09-2018, 02:28 PM | #2 |
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Have you tried CG motorsports or Nixon? They specialized in BMW. Although their rate is almost as much as the dealer. You can also try racing greed, I trust them.
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10-11-2018, 07:53 PM | #3 |
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DIY the throttle actuators are really easy to do.
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10-26-2018, 09:36 PM | #7 |
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What DIY did you follow? I think my TAs are finally starting to go out, also did you order rebuilt ones or brand new ones?
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10-26-2018, 10:29 PM | #8 |
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buy new ones, or risk the rebuilt unit failing sometime soon again. friend of mine bought rebuilt ones and they failed in 2 months, had to go through the trouble of getting them replaced. i think the downtime isn't really worth to save $300?
and fcp euro has a lifetime warranty on their parts anyways, so you'll be fine till 50,000 miles again.
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If you decide to diy, make sure you have right tools. If you are short in tools, it will take a lot longer than expected. With right tools, it can be done in 2 hours. |
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10-26-2018, 11:27 PM | #10 |
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That reminds me of the first oil change I did myself. 3 hours cause I didn't have the right tools.
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10-27-2018, 01:29 PM | #12 |
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Only toughest part is disconnecting the plugs, and removing the plenum. My plenum was never removed for 10y and it wouldnt budge for a while. Everything else is straight forward.
Before you pit plenum back on, accelate to see if the throttle balves open and close. If not, check your connector. It might be loose. I found out my connector wasnt tight and that was after plenum was back on. Had to go back and do everything again. |
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