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Thanks for bringing her by! Get those break in miles done and we'll see you soon. |
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May I ask how many engines you've had to replace due to rod beating failure?
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02-19-2018, 05:57 PM | #229 |
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Just a brief question, why would choose the WPC bearing over the VAC bearings ?
Your cost for bearing replacement is pretty much exactly the same, so we can take that part of the equation, but why one bearing over the other? Btw, I’m assuming that both shops do similar quality service. |
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Our first 3 rod bearing services, dating back to 2011, used the Calico bearings, but during the third service I found some inconsistencies with the bearings themselves, and did not feel comfortable installing them. I will not get into specifics, but at the time, as our lead senior master and the only one doing the services in the shop, I err'ed on the side of caution to protect the customer at all costs. Most of the bearing jobs we were doing back then were part of much larger builds, and almost always supercharged, so having as close to a perfect rotating assembly as possible was paramount for the direction of the shop and what we recommend for customers. Moving forward from 2011, we pulled WPC bearings that we had installed on both aggressively supercharged customer cars and our own shop cars at the time to investigate to longevity of the bearing during serious abuse. All instances came back flawlessly, leading them to be our recommended choice for all S65 installations. Our sample size and data of more then 150 services over the past 6 years has given us a tremendous amount of evidence to support this decision and direction as well. If anyone has specific questions or concerns about their rod bearings, their car, the parts we use, and the differences offered here in the shop, I invite you all to reach out to me personally here, @ the shop - 201.666.3500, or via email tom@autocouturemotoring.com Last edited by Tom@AUTOcouture; 01-15-2019 at 12:53 PM.. |
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Tom, I appreciate your answer to the question I posed. I am, like others I’m sure, are flummoxed at the options. My ‘08 e92 is now at 125k miles, and for the most part, the car has performed near flawlessly since I purchased it with 50k miles. Regular oil changes, with LiquiMoly 10/60, proper warm up and not red lining it at every opportunity, the car is doing well. I want, for peace of mind, and another 125k god willing, want to change bearings in the very near future. The one “shop” is much closer to were I live than yours, but the reviews of your services have me leaning your way.
You’ve already quoted me a price, so now I must figure out the logistics. |
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Car was dropped off this morning at acm. One of the nicest shops I’ve been to. These guys are definitely pros and love what they do.
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Car was picked up yesterday. The guys at acm did an amazing job. They’re very professional and provide great service. Anyone in the north east looking to get work done should definitely consider ACM. You’ll be in good hands.
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Thanks! love seeing another silverstone sedan here at the shop!
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Appreciate the love! Glad yours is taken care of now!
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