When it rains, it pours. Damn blue smoke.

[4.8isX5]

Any info what additive was put in? Just curious.

[LVP]

Originally Posted by romeokc10

You just got your X, damn that sucks!

Yep. I knew I had to put a decent amount into it. This wasn't part of the plan though. And it's a daily driver too, so me taking it out for a couple of weeks to do the work likely won't happen. I'll see what the indy says for timing and costs. It won't be pretty.

[joemorelli99]

Originally Posted by LVP

Yep. I knew I had to put a decent amount into it. This wasn't part of the plan though. And it's a daily driver too, so me taking it out for a couple of weeks to do the work likely won't happen. I'll see what the indy says for timing and costs. It won't be pretty.

No it's DEFINITELY not pretty...mine told me he would have to send the heads out for rebuilding. Whole job would be around $6000. Then he suggested thicker oil and an additive to swell the seals. It is a bit better - still smokes some after a long idle but no other time. I will get the additive name - it's on the work order (if I can read his handwriting)...

[LVP]

Curious on additive too. Mine is very early stages, so it may be a viable option. Otherwise, I'll see if my indy has done the AGA method. I'll see if he recommends any additive as well. The more I think on this, the more I may look for a low mileage spare motor, get it on a stand, do all the bloody stem seals, timing chain guides, seals, VCGs, etc. Then, when this one really goes, I'll just do a motor swap. Probably cheaper than going into this one 3 or 4 times. I'll see what the local BMW dismantler has in stock. Should be a fun path to explore.

[shanev]

took my mufflers off... didn't even notice but I have to sit A TON longer now to even notice the little puff of smoke I had previously. idk why didn't think back pressure would affect valve stem seals but hey just I heads up