Anyone in Northern California who needs to get there Valve Seals Replaced?

[Johnny_5]

I figure since I don't have any history on this X5 I picked up I figured I pull the trigger on the Valve Stem Seal Replacement since its up there in mileage and was wondering if any would be interested in helping each other out with this? Figured we go halfs on the tool to help keep the costs down. If anyone is interested let me know and will work something out.

[four.8is]

I might take a trip to Cali next spring and have all German auto do the work for me
They need the car for 2 days; 2700$-best price I could find
If you get the tool, you can rent it out.

[Johnny_5]

Originally Posted by four.8is

I might take a trip to Cali next spring and have all German auto do the work for me
They need the car for 2 days; 2700$-best price I could find
If you get the tool, you can rent it out.

Yea I was talking to them earlier today to discuss the situation but they stated it was 3 days only on weekdays. I was pondering that route but I really like to tackle things myself and Im sure I can do it but would be nice to have someone to assist or give me shortcuts and tips. I don't know if I want to deal with all the hassle of renting it. You will have to get a deposit figured out just in case they never return it rental pricing, etc....

[Helihover]

Originally Posted by trader4

Maybe it's just me, but absent any specific problem, I wouldn't be going through all the work to replace valve stem seals. Is the car burning oil?

This is another BMW "known issue" that you can add to your list. Do some reading on N62 valve stem seals.

[Helihover]

Originally Posted by trader4

I'm not saying that it's not a known issue. I'm just questioning why one would want to go through the cost and trouble to replace them unless you actually have the problem. I can see doing that if it can result in some catastrophic failure, but we're talking valve seals.

If you know about the issue, then you should know why these guys want them replaced.

[Helihover]

Originally Posted by trader4

Instead of playing games, why don't you just spell it out?

No. Once again you entered, running your mouth (or should I say keyboard) on a subject you know nothing about.

So, once again, read up on N62 valve stem seal failure.

[four.8is]

I wouldn't throw 3k on a repair just because I have no problem..
If you don't mind excessive oil consumption and a car that smokes, feel free not to replace the seals.and get ready to change the cats down the road too..I'm sure the OP is in the same boat.
Mine just started doing it so it's not really that bad but bad enough that my friends have noticed the blue smoke at takeoff.
Most people sell their cars when they find out they have valve stem seals issues.

[Johnny_5]

I posted another thread on here regarding some issue I had with the car. Trust me Im not doing this for my own health or for fun!!! As Helihover stated this is a very common issue for the X5's, 5 and 7 Series with oil consumption, burning and smoking out of the tailpipe. Mine is smoking at idle, traffic lights, drive through you name it. At first I thought it was the CCV which I replaced which resolved other issues I had but guess not this.

As stated on the forums and everywhere I read the valve seals tend to harden and wont seal and oil would sweep its way down. Ive read its happen as low as 70k miles and up. BMW should technically cover this but what can you do!

Hope this sums up the reason why Im wanting to tackle this job and while Im at it hit out some of the other stuff as well.

J

[Johnny_5]

Im about to start purchasing parts for the valve seals but would like to know what type of seals everyone is recommending?

BMW appears to have a newer style but it doesn't have the lip that seats on the valve guide. A few places online have Victor Reinz Seals red tops with seats. Does anyone know what AGA uses? Just need some feedback on what seats I should go with.
Thanks in advance.

[Johnny_5]

Originally Posted by trader4

I never suggested he drive a smoking car with excessive oil consumption. Let's recap, shall we? He stated:

"I figure since I don't have any history on this X5 I picked up I figured I pull the trigger on the Valve Stem Seal Replacement since its up there in mileage "

The "car he just picked up", "no history" and "pull the trigger since it's up there in mileage" strongly suggested that the replacement was not related to any current problem. All I did was suggest that if he isn't actually experiencing a valve seal issue, then I don't see the need. And then, a certain other party jumped all over me, implying that there was reason to do it, even if the car had no symptoms and that I don't know what I'm talking about.

Subsequently, the OP has said that he does have symptoms. I'm not a mind reader and was just trying to save someone work that might not be needed. It's good to see that we're on the same page.

I posted another thread regarding the symptoms I had with the car. I should have clarified. My apology. I didn't post it in that thread as Im looking for someone to hit this job out with me and if anyone would be interested in getting the tools, etc and to help one another out.