@TiAgX5 - Yeah, I may end up returning it. I got it from FCPEuro so it has the "warranty" on it so I may see how that works. There was nothing wrong with the old pump, but I figured since I had the new one I might as well replace it. I was thinking water pump would need to be replaced, so thank you for your input.

It appears FCPEuro has a BMW water pump for $160, plus the 2 o-rings and gasket. However, that gasket is much beefier than the paper gasket the Meyle came with. It does appear I got a crap water pump.

I'll also order a new CCV unit. Getting the intake on/off is actually a piece of cake now, super easy. Well, assuming I put it back on correctly anyway. :-P

It does run rough, but I figure I can address that once I get it to a state where it will run without gushing coolant all over the place. I do need to figure out that squeak though, that's a new one. I replaced the pulley wheel on the A/C belt pulley and that's where it sounds like it's coming from. Hey, maybe it's the A/C! Yay! Actually...maybe it's the water pump!

Anyway, yes, I do have an extra vehicle. While I don't have options D/E yet, I'm getting there. I want to get the wife a new 3 series later this year to replace her 1 series. The 1 will become a fun play toy. While it does fantastic in the snow/ice with Blizzaks, the ground clearance for any debris or roads (Eastern Idaho doesn't believe in plows) is just too low. Plus, I want hers to be more reliable.

__________________
Nathan
01 4.4i Pearl Beige Metallic