Smoking Tire Podcast

Montaver · 07-02-2018, 01:45 PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_c...&v=8tS99lrAmOA

This is a very interesting episode if you are a BMW enthusiast in general, but there is a lot about the S65. Starting at 1:10:30 there is discussion about the rod bearing issues (spoiler - he likes clevite bearings due to racing) with interesting tidbits of info I had not heard before. Also stuff about the stroker motors they are still building, S85's, how they strengthen the S65 for forced induction, and some other bits and pieces.

jaehshim · 07-02-2018, 01:53 PM

oh nice, all S65 discussion starting at 1:10?

BayE30 · 07-02-2018, 01:54 PM

clevite bearings WITH modified journals AND modified crank...

Montaver · 07-02-2018, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by jaehshim

oh nice, all S65 discussion starting at 1:10?

The whole episode is basically about BMW engines, but at 1:10 there is a lot of S65 stuff specifically. If you've got time it's interesting to listen to the whole thing.

TomHudson · 07-02-2018, 02:02 PM

Steve Dinan is an encyclopedia for BMW’s

They still sell 1 stroker a week! Impressive....

Banana Hammock · 07-02-2018, 02:17 PM

I love listening to this man explain things.

spazzyfry123 · 07-02-2018, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by TomHudson

They still sell 1 stroker a week! Impressive....

WOW

wyatth · 07-02-2018, 03:41 PM

His solution is probably effective but jeeze, involving.
Cool he's still such a fan of the E46. There wasn't much about the S65.
I like him and his videos and products. Matt Farah is better when he's behind a wheel.

Dr. Dre · 07-02-2018, 07:26 PM

Wait. That can't be right. Tons of guys on this forum have stated that there is no issue with the bearings on the S65. It's just shops trying to take your money. It's a waste of money to spend $2500 to get them replaced.

kimiraikkonen · 07-02-2018, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by SFCM3

clevite bearings WITH modified journals AND modified crank...

SD Autotech (former Dinan service depts) supposedly uses BE Bearings, but claim it's a customer spec for them. Not sure what that means....as the bearings are made by Clevite......so maybe a customer spec from Clevite?

https://carbahnautoworks.com/product/s65-repair-kit/

TomHudson · 07-03-2018, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Dre

Wait. That can't be right. Tons of guys on this forum have stated that there is no issue with the bearings on the S65. It's just shops trying to take your money. It's a waste of money to spend $2500 to get them replaced.

Lol, true! I thought I was more immune with the 2011....I think I’ll follow his (dinan) advice !

lorinzo · 07-03-2018, 10:24 AM

I have always been a Dinan fan . . . listening to him confirmed my confidence in his products!

Patrón · 07-03-2018, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by TomHudson

Steve Dinan is an encyclopedia for BMW’s

They still sell 1 stroker a week! Impressive....

and yet 99% of the community hates dinan products. i'm in the 1%.

Z K · 07-03-2018, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Dre

Wait. That can't be right. Tons of guys on this forum have stated that there is no issue with the bearings on the S65. It's just shops trying to take your money. It's a waste of money to spend $2500 to get them replaced.

If you have seen what rod bearings look like coming out of the car, you'd think otherwise.

I'm glad I did mine.

BayE30 · 07-03-2018, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Z K

If you have seen what rod bearings look like coming out of the car, you'd think otherwise.

I'm glad I did mine.

sarcasm doesnt translate well in text. he was being facetious....

xander_g · 07-03-2018, 01:41 PM

Thank you, haven't listened to their podcast in a while. Will definitely check it out on my way home from the office.

dparm · 07-03-2018, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Dre

Wait. That can't be right. Tons of guys on this forum have stated that there is no issue with the bearings on the S65. It's just shops trying to take your money. It's a waste of money to spend $2500 to get them replaced.

3/10 trolling

What is said on here is that the number of cars experiencing the problem is extremely low, but those that are affected are quite vocal about it.

ilikebmxbikes · 07-03-2018, 03:10 PM

Steve is the man. His enthusiasm for builds and racing contagious. Fortunate to have one of their motors.

TomHudson · 07-04-2018, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by ilikebmxbikes

Steve is the man. His enthusiasm for builds and racing contagious. Fortunate to have one of their motors.

You have to send me pics of your engine bay....it’s glorious.

Imitation is the finest form of flattery...

aus · 07-05-2018, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Patrón

and yet 99% of the community hates dinan products. i'm in the 1%.

No one dislikes Dinan products. Most dislike the PRICE of Dinan products.

nycplumber · 07-05-2018, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by aus

No one dislikes Dinan products. Most dislike the PRICE of Dinan products.

I dislike their products and customer service. Not a good company in my opinion.

TomHudson · 07-11-2018, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by nycplumber

I dislike their products and customer service. Not a good company in my opinion.

Curious of who makes better products; in your opinion..

I’ve dealt with Dinan since 1996, never had an issue with parts fitting, tune or design. Everything was well engineered and EXACTLY as advertised...

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Montaver Lieutenant Colonel 2181 Rep 1,663 Posts Drives: G87 M2 & M340i LCI Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Smoking Tire Podcast - Steve DINAN https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_c...&v=8tS99lrAmOA This is a very interesting episode if you are a BMW enthusiast in general, but there is a lot about the S65. Starting at 1:10:30 there is discussion about the rod bearing issues (spoiler - he likes clevite bearings due to racing) with interesting tidbits of info I had not heard before. Also stuff about the stroker motors they are still building, S85's, how they strengthen the S65 for forced induction, and some other bits and pieces. Last edited by Montaver; 07-02-2018 at 01:56 PM..
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