Rod Bearing Replacement @78,000 kms - Perth

DBE · 09-19-2015, 05:43 AM

I just had mine done in Brisbane. 08 with 45k

Ingenio · 09-19-2015, 06:06 AM

That copper does not look good!

DBE · 09-19-2015, 07:35 AM

Yeah I'm glad i got it done. 3k is good value compared to the alternative

PB · 09-19-2015, 08:30 AM

45k! Most of us are way beyond that. I'm at 59k now and think I should be starting to take more notice of these rod bearing posts.

Preventative maintenance might have to take precedence over other plans for the M

Ingenio · 09-19-2015, 08:06 PM

Out of interest, were you doing oil analysis and was that the trigger for the replacement?

DBE · 09-20-2015, 06:42 AM

No sorry I didn't. I'm working toward supercharging and I was told doing the bearings is required for that, so I figured I might as well do the bearings right away. I'm not sure how serious the visible copper is on the bearings but I've seen worse on the forums. Judging from what the mechanic said it's lucky I didnt leave it longer

Rocket_Rod · 09-20-2015, 06:44 AM

Anyone recommend a workshop in Sydney that can do this?
I do a few track days so it might be time....

DR-JEKL · 09-21-2015, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Rocket_Rod

Anyone recommend a workshop in Sydney that can do this?
I do a few track days so it might be time....

http://www.advanperformanceeuro.com.au/

Peter is a great mechanic and an all round nice bloke, and is an old retired ex racer himself

Rocket_Rod · 09-21-2015, 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by DR-JEKL

http://www.advanperformanceeuro.com.au/

Peter is a great mechanic and an all round nice bloke, and is an old retired ex racer himself

Cool.

Thanks for the heads up.

American Dave · 09-23-2015, 07:44 PM

My car is now booked to have this work done on Oct 5th. I will make sure to post pics of the old and new for comparison sake.

DaveDee · 09-23-2015, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Rocket_Rod

Anyone recommend a workshop in Sydney that can do this?
I do a few track days so it might be time....

Stuart
BMR Autowerks (Same shop as Advan I think)
28 Hampstead Rd, Auburn NSW 2144
Phone(02) 9648 3366

Alastair
Brompsec BMW (The owner has a supercharged M3)

Address: 23 Orchard Rd, Brookvale NSW 2100
Phone(02) 9939 4980

Both shops highly skilled and have experience replacing bearings and other performance enhancements

Nugget · 09-23-2015, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by American Dave

My car is now booked to have this work done on Oct 5th. I will make sure to post pics of the old and new for comparison sake.

Where are you getting it done?

American Dave · 09-24-2015, 01:13 AM

Galvsport who did Chris Smith's M3 recently

Look how small these parts are !

DuaneTh · 09-25-2015, 06:59 AM

Here are mine '07 build with 77k on the clock.

Rocket_Rod · 09-25-2015, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by DuaneTh

Here are mine '07 build with 77k on the clock.

Any track time or just daily driving?

DuaneTh · 09-26-2015, 08:52 PM

Probably 1-2 track days per year but in the slower groups, still it gets pushed but that is what it is designed for!

Rocket_Rod · 09-27-2015, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by DuaneTh

Probably 1-2 track days per year but in the slower groups, still it gets pushed but that is what it is designed for!

Cool.
Getting mine done early in the new year.

Thanks for the info.

Cheers

American Dave · 10-04-2015, 07:10 PM

Car is now in the hands of my mechanic for the bearing change out. I will post pics of the old ones when I have a chance.

American Dave · 10-05-2015, 06:45 PM

Day one of conrod bearing changeout completed. All looks fine with the exception of a small leak from steering rack on passengers side. New bearings and bolts to go in today and more photos of old bearings will be posted once complete.

Doc Oc · 10-05-2015, 07:32 PM

How'd your engine mounts look? Found both of mine were shot when the bearings were done.

American Dave · 10-05-2015, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Doc Oc

How'd your engine mounts look? Found both of mine were shot when the bearings were done.

engine mounts were found to be in good condition

aussiem3 · 10-06-2015, 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by American Dave

engine mounts were found to be in good condition

If it was my car, I'll be doing the engine mounts too.

09-19-2015, 05:43 AM	#23
DBE First Lieutenant 31 Rep 308 Posts Drives: 08 E92 M3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Brisbane iTrader: (0)	I just had mine done in Brisbane. 08 with 45k Attached Images
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09-19-2015, 06:06 AM	#24
Ingenio Major 179 Rep 1,171 Posts Drives: 2008 Space Grey E92 M3 (6MT) Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Perth iTrader: (0)	That copper does not look good!
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09-19-2015, 07:35 AM	#25
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09-19-2015, 08:30 AM	#26
PB Second Lieutenant 41 Rep 235 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Perth iTrader: (0)	45k! Most of us are way beyond that. I'm at 59k now and think I should be starting to take more notice of these rod bearing posts. Preventative maintenance might have to take precedence over other plans for the M
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09-20-2015, 06:42 AM	#28
DBE First Lieutenant 31 Rep 308 Posts Drives: 08 E92 M3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Brisbane iTrader: (0)	No sorry I didn't. I'm working toward supercharging and I was told doing the bearings is required for that, so I figured I might as well do the bearings right away. I'm not sure how serious the visible copper is on the bearings but I've seen worse on the forums. Judging from what the mechanic said it's lucky I didnt leave it longer
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09-20-2015, 06:44 AM	#29
Rocket_Rod Lieutenant 137 Rep 452 Posts Drives: M3 E92 & M2 F87 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Sydney iTrader: (0) Garage List 2017 & 2008 BMW ... [0.00]	Anyone recommend a workshop in Sydney that can do this? I do a few track days so it might be time....
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09-23-2015, 07:44 PM	#32
American Dave Captain 118 Rep 621 Posts Drives: 2008 Jerez Black E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Perth Western Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 E92 [0.00]	My car is now booked to have this work done on Oct 5th. I will make sure to post pics of the old and new for comparison sake. __________________ Jerez Black 2008 6MT with Borla Atak Exhaust/ M3 World X Pipe and Test Pipes/ aFe Pro Stage 2 Intake / 19" Advan DZ-DF Forged Wheels wrapped in ContiSport Contact 5P 245/35/19 Fronts & 285/30/19 Rears/ KW Var 3 Coilovers / BPM Sports Stage 2 Tuned/ VAC Rod Bearing Replacement / Throttle Body Actuator Gear Set
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09-24-2015, 01:13 AM	#35
American Dave Captain 118 Rep 621 Posts Drives: 2008 Jerez Black E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Perth Western Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 E92 [0.00]	Galvsport who did Chris Smith's M3 recently Look how small these parts are ! __________________ Jerez Black 2008 6MT with Borla Atak Exhaust/ M3 World X Pipe and Test Pipes/ aFe Pro Stage 2 Intake / 19" Advan DZ-DF Forged Wheels wrapped in ContiSport Contact 5P 245/35/19 Fronts & 285/30/19 Rears/ KW Var 3 Coilovers / BPM Sports Stage 2 Tuned/ VAC Rod Bearing Replacement / Throttle Body Actuator Gear Set
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09-25-2015, 06:59 AM	#36
DuaneTh Private 7 Rep 88 Posts Drives: M3 2008 E92 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Brisbane Australia iTrader: (0)	Here are mine '07 build with 77k on the clock. Attached Images
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09-26-2015, 08:52 PM	#38
DuaneTh Private 7 Rep 88 Posts Drives: M3 2008 E92 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Brisbane Australia iTrader: (0)	Probably 1-2 track days per year but in the slower groups, still it gets pushed but that is what it is designed for!
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10-04-2015, 07:10 PM	#40
American Dave Captain 118 Rep 621 Posts Drives: 2008 Jerez Black E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Perth Western Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 E92 [0.00]	Car is now in the hands of my mechanic for the bearing change out. I will post pics of the old ones when I have a chance. __________________ Jerez Black 2008 6MT with Borla Atak Exhaust/ M3 World X Pipe and Test Pipes/ aFe Pro Stage 2 Intake / 19" Advan DZ-DF Forged Wheels wrapped in ContiSport Contact 5P 245/35/19 Fronts & 285/30/19 Rears/ KW Var 3 Coilovers / BPM Sports Stage 2 Tuned/ VAC Rod Bearing Replacement / Throttle Body Actuator Gear Set
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10-05-2015, 06:45 PM	#41
American Dave Captain 118 Rep 621 Posts Drives: 2008 Jerez Black E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Perth Western Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 E92 [0.00]	Day one of conrod bearing changeout completed. All looks fine with the exception of a small leak from steering rack on passengers side. New bearings and bolts to go in today and more photos of old bearings will be posted once complete. __________________ Jerez Black 2008 6MT with Borla Atak Exhaust/ M3 World X Pipe and Test Pipes/ aFe Pro Stage 2 Intake / 19" Advan DZ-DF Forged Wheels wrapped in ContiSport Contact 5P 245/35/19 Fronts & 285/30/19 Rears/ KW Var 3 Coilovers / BPM Sports Stage 2 Tuned/ VAC Rod Bearing Replacement / Throttle Body Actuator Gear Set
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10-05-2015, 07:32 PM	#42
Doc Oc Captain Fatbelly 1422 Rep 1,994 Posts Drives: C63 amg Join Date: May 2015 Location: Upyourbuttandtotheleft iTrader: (0)	How'd your engine mounts look? Found both of mine were shot when the bearings were done.
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