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Originally Posted by petener999
It could be your head gasket or your coolant jacket in the engine block is crack. If that the case, you'll need a new engine only if your coolant jacket is crack(engine block is no good). Blown head gasket is also a very expensive job. It's very labor intent because all the upper parts of the engine needs to come out. If your water pump is leaking, check the hoses around the pump first for any sign of leaking. And if you are planning to tackle the water pump change your thermostat at the same time. when installing the water pump try not pinch the O rings(or replace) from the coolant pipes. Takes your time (patience) with the water pump gasket because it could be a pain in A$$! The thermostat install is a cake walk. Goodluck 
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Oh my new engine... OUCH! Thanks for the info. The idler pulley is that just a belt i have to replace or the whole thing? And i notice you live here in LA. You know a good BMW mechanic?