Pulleys replacement (accessories, a/c and idler)

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Originally Posted by blktoptrvl

These are sealed bearing pulleys and idlers. I recently saw a YouTube video where a DIYer showed how to open and repack these bearing to quiet them.

Also, the BMW part prices are high at about $60 I think, while the exact same bearing can be had from Chrysler (Dodge - or whatever they want to be called these days) at about $18. The bearings are common across almost all makes yet the prices vary by car brand. I replaced all of mine about 3 years ago with the Chrysler units.

Check this post:

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...ensioners.html

Wish this reply had come prior to ordering and paying for the pulleys from BMA. That said, at least I know the parts I've ordered (belts too) are all OEM and guaranteed to fit. Prices from BMA were very competitive compared to local suppliers, so I don't feel too bad about ordering from them and the fellow I dealt with (Patrick) was helpful and replied to all my queries very quickly. Suffice to say, I was impressed enough to deal with them again, if needs be.

It's good to know that these pulleys are common to many makes of cars, as I have other vehicles in the stable (Chrysler, Toyota, GM, VW) and no doubt will have to replace pulleys on these at some stage too. Thanks for the tip.