JUST got $3,300 estimate from an Indy!!! - Page 4

GamecocksE53 · #31 04-01-2015, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by trader4

The prices for the CCV parts are steep too. $60 for one of the hoses?
I think I paid ~$75 for all 4 hoses plus the oil separator. Of course those
are aftermarket. From the part quote he has, not clear whether those
are BMW or aftermarket. I'd bet aftermarket.

What's wrong with the belt? If it's just the belt that needs replacing,
then I'd just check the pulleys. If there is any evidence they are bad,
then I'd replace just the pulleys, not the tensioner. If they are OK, I'd
leave them alone.

Small oil leaks? If it's just a drop here and there on the floor an
absorbant pad is a lot cheaper than changing PS steering hoses
and pan gaskets.

Where did you get your parts from? It seems that FCP is one of the cheaper options.

As for the belt. They said that there are "cracks" and he did not mention pulleys. Is this something worth driving until it breaks, or I guess like you said, replace the belt and check the pulleys..

As far as leaks...they are small in my eyes. Drop or two each night. I can post a picture tomorrow morning if that'll help.

Again, thanks again for all of the help. Yall are awesome. I do not mind dropping $1,000 for fixes. After all, this is a BMW and it has 160K miles. That is expected. But I do not want to drop $3,000. It looks like I can do the CCV and PS for around or under that $1,000 range. I will probably hold off on the oil fix for a couple of months. I can handle a drip pad.

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GamecocksE53 · #32 04-01-2015, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by lhordmclain

To OP,

For the CCV (M54) - GOOGLE & read about CCV SIB for the updated CCV parts numbers (oil separator and associated hoses) Cold weather package + the updated Guide Tube (aka Dip stick tube) - Well recommended to do them ALL TOGETHER

Can you please elaborate on this? Do you have a good link? What is SIB? Sorry in advance.

Ricky Bobby · #33 04-01-2015, 04:38 PM

GOOGLE

"Bmw M54 ccv sib"

You'll see it, first doc that comes up.

GamecocksE53 · #34 04-01-2015, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ricky Bobby

GOOGLE

"Bmw M54 ccv sib"

You'll see it, first doc that comes up.

Yup, just did. I meant to post up.

jdstrickland · #35 04-01-2015, 05:22 PM

Everything on that list is routine maintenance that can be done at home with a reasonably well populated tool box and a few YouTube videos.

It's all pretty straight forward. I'd gamble on the oil pan gasket not needing replacement, since it is the single most problematic item you have on your list. It's also pretty robust.

The valve cover is a common failure item, the power steering hoses leak more than the reservoir, so you might not need the reservoir. The CCV valve is also a common maintenance item, and it is typically cleaned and used over again.

You have the M54 engine. The E46 guys have it, and they fix all of these things all of the time. You can buy the parts you need from Auto Parts at AutohausAZ - OEM Auto Parts - Discount Replacement Parts, Resources and Car Care Tips, and others, for far less than the prices you are quoted. Your mechanic buddy will be able to do all of this in his sleep.

jdstrickland · #36 04-01-2015, 05:24 PM

If you are replacing the serpentine belt, you should do both of them, the tensioner pulley for each of them, and the idler pulley for the long belt. By both, I mean the main belt and the AC belt.

GamecocksE53 · #37 04-01-2015, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by jdstrickland

If you are replacing the serpentine belt, you should do both of them, the tensioner pulley for each of them, and the idler pulley for the long belt. By both, I mean the main belt and the AC belt.

Thanks for the advice. I will probably do both in case.

I still think I will take it to my buddy bc he knows what he is doing. I have only changed plugs and done oil changes on this. At least I will be able to learn and watch/help him!

bcredliner · #38 04-01-2015, 05:36 PM

Sounds like you've got this covered.

At 160,000 miles I would inspect the pulleys, tensioners and other belts and then decide whether or not to replace them. The reason being is that they may have been replaced by previous owner and are perfectly fine. I wouldn't assume they are bad.

I would also check prices at bavauto.

GamecocksE53 · #39 04-01-2015, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by bcredliner

Sounds like you've got this covered.

At 160,000 miles I would inspect the pulleys, tensioners and other belts and then decide whether or not to replace them. The reason being is that they may have been replaced by previous owner and are perfectly fine. I wouldn't assume they are bad.

I would also check prices at bavauto.

I'm starting to think/hope so. A lot less freaked compared to earlier today.

In regards to the pulleys and tensioners - will the mechanic be able to tell if they need replaced, or is that something I can do easily?

crystalworks · #40 04-01-2015, 05:58 PM

The pulleys make noise when they need to be replaced. When the belt is off you can spin the pulley... if it's noisy (grinding type sound) the need to be replaced. @ 160k miles they would be screaming... or have been replaced by the PO. Common failure of those pulleys is ~100,000 miles. Never seen them make it past 130,000 without making serious noise.

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