Just google "Mudbone BMW oil pan gasket cut".
I think this is the
original thread. Apparently it is still a complete PITA and an absolute mess, but is definitely a legit alternative. I thought about doing it on my older X but eventually just ponied up $1200 at the indie.
Andrewwynn...with your amazing ingenuity and tireless problem solving, I nominate you to head up the committee to perfect this process and make it mainstream!!
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