Just My luck

[ralphy4321]

Here is another Video, excuse that noise

[neilrmp]

That is a great video, same as mine..


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[Suge206]

my expansion tank had a leak which then ceased the water pump. fix the tank, its cheap and will save you a headache.

[pio]

Pray that it is the expansion tank. Even just the radiator will run you $500+.

[ralphy4321]

Originally Posted by Suge206

my expansion tank had a leak which then ceased the water pump. fix the tank, its cheap and will save you a headache.

Yes I have an appt with BMW of Manhattan next Wednesday, and I am going to an Indie on Saturday..

[Jyohay]

No reason to ever go back to the dealer now that the warranty is over. They overcharge for parts, and labor, and quote you book hours.
Try Motorcepts in Richmond hill.
They only work on BMWs. They've done great work on my x5, 335, and z8

[ralphy4321]

Originally Posted by Jyohay

No reason to ever go back to the dealer now that the warranty is over. They overcharge for parts, and labor, and quote you book hours.
Try Motorcepts in Richmond hill.
They only work on BMWs. They've done great work on my x5, 335, and z8

I only go to dealer because I still have the aftermarket warranty, but you are right, I want to go to someone else who do not overcharge

[Jyohay]

Originally Posted by ralphy4321

I only go to dealer because I still have the aftermarket warranty, but you are right, I want to go to someone else who do not overcharge

Your aftermarket warranty only works at the dealer?

[ralphy4321]

Originally Posted by Jyohay

Your aftermarket warranty only works at the dealer?

No, it works anywhere, but since they are paying for it all I pay is the deductible, and bmw manhattan is by my job, i tend to take it there when I know the warranty covers it.

[BeerHat]

Not sure if it's the same design, off hand.. but our 2008 3.0si developed some coolant splashes on the alternator and whatnot. Tracked it down to a weeping fitting near the expansion tank, right at the plastic Y-fitting. I went to grab hold of it and the Y-fitting to inspect and it more/less disintegrated in my hand. Thanks BMW, we were already running late that day.

To fix it, I just ran down to O'Reilly's Auto Parts and picked up a barbed brass T-fitting and some fuel pressure clamps, cut the old y-fitting out and swapped in the brass one, topped off with some Zerex G-05, and cleaned my engine. At least THAT part won't be causing any further leaks.

I'm just worried about the rest of the plastic system now. Having owned 8 BMW's to date.. one thing we have to all keep in mind, unlike the older ones, these newer BMW's are dealer service revenue generators. These parts are designed to fail, otherwise, ABS plastic would not be used to carry coolant under pressure (for example). As a result, it will always be a constant fight keeping these cars on the road. Unless you don't mind throwing a ton of cash at the dealer, being creative and learning to twist a wrench will yield you long-term gains. </soapbox>

Dan

08 X5 3.0si (current)
96 M3 (current)
91 325i (saved from the crusher/fixed/sold)
89 325is (Rest In Pieces)
87 325is
94 325is
88 325is
84 325e
82 320i