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Old 11-08-2013, 12:36 PM
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Well that look interesting. I don't understand how it works, But waiting to see.
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So, my E53 is at the dealer waiting for the guy from the extended warranty company to come and approve the valve stem job. Is this a common thing? It's been there since Tuesday and no one has turned up yet. I thought the valve stem replacement was a pretty common thing on this car. Why would there need to be an inspection from the warrantor? Anyone else ever have a battle with a warranty company?

Luckily they gave me a brand new 528i to drive around in!
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Old 11-09-2013, 11:28 AM
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So, my E53 is at the dealer waiting for the guy from the extended warranty company to come and approve the valve stem job. Is this a common thing? It's been there since Tuesday and no one has turned up yet. I thought the valve stem replacement was a pretty common thing on this car. Why would there need to be an inspection from the warrantor? Anyone else ever have a battle with a warranty company?
Luckily they gave me a brand new 528i to drive around in!
Not sure what the quote $$ amount was, but yes the warranty company will want to investigate. They will probably do or say whatever it takes to get out of this repair. They're not in the business to loose money.

Just noticed you said it's at the dealer - maybe you'll be ok.
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Still haven't heard. I'm getting used to the 528i! Too bad it's white.
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Still haven't heard. I'm getting used to the 528i! Too bad it's white.

Updated info - N62 valve stem seal tool by
All German Auto - Escondido, CA
(760) 738-4626

Allows you to replace the valve stem seals on a BMW N62 without removing the cams.
The tool kit will be complete.
Valve compression rods for intake and exhaust.
Brushes to plug oil returns.
Ratcheting wrench for compression.
Control handle for compression rods.
Spark plug hole plugs with center bore for T. D.C indicator.
6.0 mm valve keeper install tool.

$680 looks like the quote being given to forum members that are on the waiting list
** Will be available in about a month **
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I'm betting it will take quite a while before it's approved for dealership use. The local shops will get it first. The dealers will want it vetted.
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Old 11-12-2013, 03:32 PM
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Updated info - N62 valve stem seal tool by
All German Auto - Escondido, CA
(760) 738-4626

Allows you to replace the valve stem seals on a BMW N62 without removing the cams.
The tool kit will be complete.
Valve compression rods for intake and exhaust.
Brushes to plug oil returns.
Ratcheting wrench for compression.
Control handle for compression rods.
Spark plug hole plugs with center bore for T. D.C indicator.
6.0 mm valve keeper install tool.

$680 looks like the quote being given to forum members that are on the waiting list
** Will be available in about a month **
If there's a waiting list, I'm on it. Chalk me on.
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If there's a waiting list, I'm on it. Chalk me on.
You need to call them & they will contact you when it's ready.
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If anyone in the charlotte/Asheville area gets it, can i borrow it??
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If anyone in the charlotte/Asheville area gets it, can i borrow it??
I think we all have the same idea - why buy something for $700 that you're only ever going to need once...

As cool as this tool will be I can't justify spending that much on it for a one time use
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