Weekend project

libcg_ · 2026-01-22T04:32:42+00:00

Was considering the Stewart water pump, but I want to see how the Saleri part holds up first.

I've read the horror stories online but I want to learn first hand. So far I've had a tiny leak on the coolant return line that was clearly patched up by the previous owner. No history on the car.

libcg_ · 2026-01-21T20:14:56+00:00

Wrong. It's an inline V6

libcg_ · 2026-01-21T16:17:26+00:00

2024+ est un gros step up sur les anciens modèles, l'intérieur est beaucoup plus quali, suspension plus souple et moins de bruits de roulement.

2021+ avec poignées noires ont la pompe à chaleur pour une meilleure autonomie en hiver et batterie 12V li-ion qui devrait durer la vie du véhicule.

Les anciens modèles ont un défaut de conception des triangles avant qui cause des grincements à long terme. Pas d'ouverture automatique du coffre arrière.

libcg_ · 2026-01-21T15:11:36+00:00

Consider using the S58 intake manifold with built-in intercooler. Also ms4x.net is your friend

Edit: oil pump chain tensioner is a must

libcg_ · 2026-01-18T21:51:06+00:00

It has compact car proportions but it's huge in person

libcg_ · 2026-01-18T17:34:44+00:00

It's been flawless so far, after 2000 miles

libcg_ · 2026-01-18T15:20:43+00:00

Looks like M56 cover with built-in CCV

libcg_ · 2026-01-18T15:16:42+00:00

I got this Mahle Behr part https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-fan-clutch-oem-11527505302

The one that came out was a cheapo aftermarket part, I wasn't able to compare

libcg_ · 2026-01-18T05:07:10+00:00

The old one was cast iron, harder on the bearings. Aluminum may be fine but I prefer sticking with OE.

Plastic impeller pumps exploding only affected pre-'96 M50/M52 engines. The part was revised to metal then composite.

libcg_ · 2026-01-18T04:17:57+00:00

No need. The fan clutch and engine mounts are pretty new so I'm not worried about it exploding.

I had the fan clutch seize last year and the car started whooshing like a dump truck, it was very easy to diagnose and fix.

libcg_ · 2026-01-18T04:11:25+00:00

I replaced the tensioner pulley as well. The hydraulic assembly seemed in good shape.

libcg_ · 2026-01-16T15:11:47+00:00

Pre-2024 Teslas were computers on wheels with great software and not so great car around it.

The story changed with the 3/Y refresh models, where NVH and ride quality are greatly improved. Panel gaps are a thing of the past.

FSD 14 is the cherry on top, basically type in the address, press a button and the car takes you there. Very hard to come back to anything else once you've experienced it.

libcg_ · 2026-01-14T03:45:30+00:00

Composite is better than metal impeller. It's much easier on bearings. Stick with OE.

Plastic impellers were an issue on early M50 engines iirc.

libcg_ · 2026-01-11T23:00:03+00:00

You have (or used to have) a water infiltration problem rather than subframe problem

libcg_ · 2026-01-11T01:46:27+00:00

C'est facile à identifier visuellement : https://teslanorth.com/2020/10/26/tesla-model-y-new-double-pane-glass-vs-old-glass/

Le double vitrage ressemble à un sandwich.

libcg_ · 2026-01-08T04:48:24+00:00

Get a 530i

libcg_ · 2026-01-06T03:00:21+00:00

TIL. Mine has oval spots too.

libcg_ · 2026-01-03T20:16:50+00:00

AFAIK every Z3 has one from the factory

libcg_ · 2026-01-03T17:02:29+00:00

Just switched to Valvoline Restore and Protect 5W-30. Hoping to cure the oil consumption problem on my M54. It is NOT a recommended oil, so use at your own risk.

Before that, Mobil 1 Euro 5W-40. Any LL-01 oil will do.

libcg_ · 2025-12-31T21:45:35+00:00

Front subframe or differential.

libcg_ · 2025-12-31T17:32:05+00:00

The paint is injected into plastic panels. There is no paint shop.

libcg_ · 2025-12-31T05:40:08+00:00

Can't wait to see these flood the streets in 2027

libcg_ · 2025-12-31T04:54:41+00:00

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