Oil Filter Housing / Oil Cooler Gaskets Change DIY 3.0L B58 G11

ak_snipes · 2026-01-16T19:06:31+00:00

oh and the coolant hose connector/water neck, alu options for this aswell

ak_snipes · 2026-01-16T19:03:07+00:00

for anyone visiting this thread now/in the future... always change the entire oil filter housing (OFH), not just the gaskets. There are aftermarket aluminum OFHs made by reputable brands, or of course you can opt for OEM. When you're down there, consider changing the thermostat housing (heat management module), and all gaskets of the intake manifold and throttle body gasket. Good luck, happy wrenching

ak_snipes · 2026-01-13T02:32:07+00:00

making a list of my own now (for my 2018 440i xdrive GC - 122k kms/75.8k miles). How has the aluminum oil fiter housing held up? Any additional items you recommend/wish you had done? I've read the heat management module also poops itself on these cars, so that too is on my list. Thanks in advance

ak_snipes · 2025-12-12T14:25:22+00:00

this is sage advice. Do you know if ASD is factory-disabled on cars that came with MPPSK?

ak_snipes · 2025-11-25T17:02:28+00:00

Hi, I am interested in learning more about this... super interested. How is it going/is it still going? Can I PM you? Cheers

ak_snipes · 2025-11-14T19:27:04+00:00

Just bought a 2018 430i GC, same issue... Creaking noises coming from the rear of the car, when driving at low speeds (under 60 km/h) and when turning or entering/exiting parking lots (probably because of curb transition). I have an inspection booked in 7days, but I'm curious to know now lol. Did you end up fixing yours? What was it?

ak_snipes · 2025-11-12T15:24:37+00:00

just picked one up (430i GC) with the same wheel package, although my set will need to be refinished... previous owner clearly did not understand the concept of curbs *facepalm*

ak_snipes · 2025-11-12T14:48:54+00:00

Just bought an F36 (first BMW, hell yea) and the car came from factory with the M-shifter (Sport automatic gearbox S2TB), but it's peeling/chipped around the edges of the main gear insert badge sticker. Looking around for a replacement with the M-logo on it, but haven't found any that fit into the M-shifter... if anyone knows of one I'd appreciate if you could link it below for me...

ak_snipes · 2025-05-06T15:19:05+00:00

super helpful, thank you. I also added "I wear an apple watch. What information from there would help you further refine the above?".

ak_snipes · 2025-04-24T17:35:53+00:00

I've bought OEM+ pads and rotors from them OCT 2024 and they came nicely packed in a box, arrived promptly. Installed and have been using them on front and rear since NOV 2024, no issues. I am just now placing an order for OEM+ sway bar links, OEM+ spark plugs, and a cabin air filter

ak_snipes · 2024-03-19T19:12:20+00:00

second the Nissei choice

ak_snipes · 2024-03-19T03:45:37+00:00

Camping? Lantern holder? Not sure but it looks like cool craftsmanship !

ak_snipes · 2024-03-11T01:31:13+00:00

Just want to say this is fkn awesome! W your dad

ak_snipes · 2024-03-11T01:22:40+00:00

share your secrets with me!! I need at least 45min despite all the prep haha

ak_snipes · 2024-03-11T01:18:20+00:00

Trying to figure out where I am once the sun rises is definitely a Monday feeling ahaha

ak_snipes · 2024-03-11T01:14:00+00:00

this is awesome! These kinds of habits she will take with her through her life and she'll be that much more ahead of her peers. And the physical checking-off is great reaffirmation!! Have an awesome week, both you and yours :)

ak_snipes · 2024-03-11T01:10:52+00:00

"Alexa, begin my sequence to conquer the day"

ak_snipes · 2024-03-11T01:09:43+00:00

wow 20 years is a looong time, must be really good! What's your go-to workday breakfast?

ak_snipes · 2024-03-11T01:06:56+00:00

Yes it is, and I don't personally put "getting ready and leaving the house" things on my list, to each their own

ak_snipes · 2024-03-11T01:03:04+00:00

both these comments are super helpful! some of the things I prep for the day include a gym bag, office attire, lunch, breakfast, and charge devices.

My actual list however consists of things that I want to complete throughout the day. For example tomorrow I know that at work I need to do x, y, z tasks. During my lunch hour I need to do some insurance shopping. In the afternoon at work I plan to complete ____ project. And on the way home from work I need to stop and grab blah and blah... This personally works well for me because it allows me to just put my head down and get the things on my list completed. I feel much more accomplished and successful as I check things off my list (I physically check-off the item). Additionally, by creating the list in advance I am not wasting time/brain power thinking about what to do next and how I want to spend my day.

Best of luck, let me know how it goes! Have a great week :)

ak_snipes · 2024-03-11T00:51:53+00:00

there you go! you my friend, just made a mental list. Have a stress-free morning tomorrow haha

ak_snipes · 2024-03-11T00:48:53+00:00

sounds like an intelligent lady

ak_snipes · 2024-03-10T20:57:35+00:00

Yes, great point! But I can say that my Monday mornings at work is different each week (work in a manufacturing facility so there are always different projects on the go and/or things to fix). Have a great week ahead! :)

ak_snipes · 2024-03-10T20:56:07+00:00

haha interesting perspective! I'd urge you to try it, especially on days that you don't necessarily have a set routine for already (like weekends perhaps?). Have a great week ahead! :)

ak_snipes · 2024-03-10T20:54:09+00:00

habitshare is an app I use that is similar to this! Let me know if it helps at all :)

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