at this point the biggest obstacle to overcome is removing the crank hub to repair the timing chain guide I broke when i pulled the head out. I managed to find the original Baum Tools for the job but that'll cost me $250.

have you guys ever seen a design for a home made crank pulley holder? i've got access to a welder and some basic machining stuff. i could make one. but i really need to do it this week. i need to order something today or tomorrow or otherwise have a plan to make something.

i swear this could derail the entire project.

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2005 X5 3.0i - 71k mi (9.2018) -> 81k (9.19) -> 100k 9.21
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