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  1. Engine Swaps
    Just looking for some insight, recently blew the head on my E46. I'm looking to know if I can swap the same engine from the same year make and model, only difference is the loaner engine will be coming out of an auto 02 325I what will I have to change in order to make the swap work, I've done a...
  2. E46 General
    Is it going to be be possible for me to put the 4 bolts back into the pulley if they were removed without removing the fan clutch first? Inexperienced 'mechanics' attempting to replace a serpentine belt on an E46 for the first had attempted to by pass removing the clutch fan by removing the...
  3. Suspension, Brakes
    I've recently come around to refreshing the bushings in the rear of my car, and I've heard from a few people that it isn't exactly needed to reinforce the subframe. My question is, what would be advisable? My car has 112k miles, is a 325ci, and was previously owned by an old lady. I'd like to...
  4. E46 General
    I have a 2006 330ci. I put in 4 alternators at this point and they’ve all gone bad. Not just bad as soon as I put them on. They test at 11.7v, when a brand new one should be at least 14v. All are Carquest from AAP. Recently I found out I probably need an OE Bosch, but I can’t seem to find one...
  5. Suspension, Brakes
    I recently purchased a completely stock 325ci and wanted to improve the car's handling in corners and so on. At first, I was going to buy wheels and coil overs and aimed to find cheap answers to both due to a restrained budget. Now that I've given it some thought, I'm wondering if it's just...
  6. E46 General
    2000 328ci M52TUB28. I know these are prone to vanos seals, but I can't find a video with similar symptoms. No codes, just fixed a vacuum leak, and it seems to be getting worse. Might be the cold? Video linked below https://drive.google.com/file/d/1K9aP7Ue1tXN_EKFGIetmzAfZ3TNC1BzK/view?usp=sharing
  7. E46 General
    Context, was doing my vacuum lines and pulled the intake manifold out, turns out their was a animal under my hood, and shit like dirt dust and all sorts of nasty shit fell into the valves I tried my best to clean it but some of the valves were open so some got into the cylinder, anyway I put it...
  8. Driveline, Performance, Tuning
    Hi everyone, i’m a new driver from the uk and recently picked up an e46 316ti compact(1.8 petrol). i’m very much a car lover and already love this vehicle despite the little amount i’ve used it so far. i’m planning on doing some modifications once i’ve got the budget and was looking for opinions...
  9. Engine Swaps
    Hello all! I decided to swap an M54b30 into my 03 325ci. After many days of checking overheated X5 and 530 engines, I finally found a good engine out of an 02 530 and pulled it today. The milage checkers that I attempted to use with the cars vin (WBADT63402CH95921) said that that the last...
  10. Engine Swaps
    Hello all, I am currently looking for a 330 engine to swap into my 325ci. I wanted input on one that I found locally, as the seller wants 400$ for it and it has 100k miles on it. The seller states that the car hasn't ran in about a year due to the car having an electrical issue. He states that...
  11. E46 General
    Hello Everyone. I own a 2004 330i and I'm having some issues. My car has 250xxxkms and has treated me very well minus all the basic maintenance these cars usually need. So basically my car had developed a little mis that didn't seem too concerning to me but based on my vague knowledge I tried...
  12. E46 General
    Hi everyone, An old mentor of mine has a 2002 325i with 200,000 miles on it and I'm thinking of buying it for about $1,200.00. Seems like a good deal but hear me out. The car hasn't seen any real maintenance in the past 10 years or so. He lent it to me for a few months now and I've been loving...
  13. E46 General
    Hi, I've recently purchased a manual 330Ci convertible and experienced a leak in the coolant system. I know this is a common issue so I've replaced all the pipes and pumps and stuff. Ive still got a leak coming from the bottom of the radiator, just above the drain plug. It seems like there is a...
  14. E46 General
    Hi all, I have been researching all day about how to install an oil catch can in my e46 touring 2L 318i n42. However, all I can find is reference to the 6 cylinder engines. has anybody actually fitted a catch can in the 2L n42? If so, have you got any photos or guidance on whether it’s worth...
  15. E46 General
    Hello, I am feeling pretty guilty as I recently added 1 quart/litre of engine oil to my m54 while the engine was running. I know it is probably stupid thing to do, I was in a hurry and did not realize it. The car is 2003 325i Touring. Right now I feel pretty bad about it and I would like to ask...
  16. E46 General
    Hi all. i am hoping to pick your brains if I may. i have the dreaded coolant light coming on in my 2004 E46 318i n42 touring. i have replaced the radiator, upper hose, lower hose, expansion tank, auto gearbox thermostat, coolant level sensor, thermostat hose and have used the correct bmw coolant...
  17. E46 General
    I am thinking about buying a 2004 325i. I have never owned a BMW before; so I thought I would ask here about the known issues and maintenance costs of this type of vehicle. I read the sticky for the 10 most common repairs. I am very mechanically inclined and have lots of tools. I drive...
  18. E46 M3
    I have an opportunity to buy one of two M3 coupes. The specs for each differ in material ways which I’ll outline below. As a community of experienced and educated E46 and M3 specialists, I was hoping to ping the brain trust for direction. Below are the stats of both cars: Car A Year: 2003...
  19. E46 General
    I'm working now and I'm about to buy my first car, which is also gonna be my dream car. :woot::woot: i'm trying to figure some things out so i got questions that i need answers to.. first of aalll i read online that if i want to ugrade the suspension and lower the car, i need to put in strut...
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