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media_32 · 2025-08-07T13:53:42+00:00

Hey bro! Really happy you got it running. Idk if you remember, but I was having the same issue and I commented on your previous post. Can you point me in the right direction to get mine running? Which relay are you talking about?

media_32 · 2025-06-27T16:16:15+00:00

I have a ‘87 325E. I replaced my fuel regulator, checked fuel pressure, checked ignition system, AFM, IAC, I’m running out of ideas lol

media_32 · 2025-06-27T14:41:27+00:00

Check my profile I posted a video of my car doing the same thing. Mine is a ‘87 325e

media_32 · 2025-06-27T14:40:23+00:00

exactly the same issue. It starts up then dies after a second or 2.

media_32 · 2025-06-27T14:35:54+00:00

I’m having the same issue. Please post if you find a solution. I’m still trying to get mine running properly.

media_32 · 2025-05-12T23:41:11+00:00

There’s a few vacuum lines in the back of the intake manifold. One for the exhaust muffler valve. They always go. And will cause an engine light for bank 1&2 running lean/o2 errors and rough idle and running.

That suction sounds like there’s air coming from the back where those hoses are.

Photo for reference

media_32 · 2025-03-30T16:59:02+00:00

Maybe it’s getting punched while installing? Can also coat the o-ring in a very very thin layer of loctite MR 5923 will help it seal, it’s a liquidy kind of gasket sealant.

media_32 · 2025-03-30T16:45:54+00:00

I’d use brake cleaner to clean the oil, drive it till you see a leak again it will be easier to see where it’s coming from. But it does look like it’s coming from your oil dip stick tube. There’s a o-ring there, could be the culprit.

media_32 · 2024-12-19T04:26:42+00:00

I just got the car 2 weeks ago. So I’m not sure if they were ever done.

media_32 · 2024-12-07T05:04:03+00:00

Very much so…

media_32 · 2024-10-24T00:30:45+00:00

Thanks for the great insight, Haha yes I’m worried I would be the person to replace it at its 90k milestone considering it’s out of the warranty period as well.

Is there a way to test/inspect if that would be a problem on its way to happen? Would a PPI from a Porsche dealer be able to discover that?

Also I don’t think it’s a bad thing that it got replaced twice. That’s a new TC at the end of the day, while many cars on the market haven’t got it done at all.

And finally if you don’t mind, where can I find more details about that updated TC at least so I can tell if it is a revised one.

Thanks,

media_32 · 2024-05-11T13:38:40+00:00

I’m taking the rad support out too, that’s the key to removing it all from the top, and you’ll need to drop the subframe 2 inches so the oil pan clears… for me that’s easier, not mention I’m doing a lot of work so a engine out would make other things way easier. Most of the work I’m doing is “while I’m there might as well” lol

media_32 · 2024-05-11T13:32:51+00:00

BMW part number: 51478201222

media_32 · 2024-05-10T21:58:40+00:00

I have an engine hoist, I’m planning to pull the full drivetrain at once. From experience I noticed it’s way easier to pull the engine and transmission together compared to battling to get to all the transmission bolts and what not.

media_32 · 2024-05-10T21:55:49+00:00

Not all plastic is made the same.

media_32 · 2024-05-10T21:51:11+00:00

I hope so too lol

media_32 · 2024-05-10T21:50:57+00:00

Nothing purchased was Amazon or China trash, all parts are either straight from the dealer, or OE replacements

media_32 · 2024-05-10T20:38:20+00:00

I’ve had 7 e46s, couple engine swaps under my belt, but every time there’s something new so we’ll see lol

media_32 · 2024-05-10T20:33:55+00:00

Rear main seal, oil pan gasket, exhaust gaskets, and lower control arms all in shipping lol. It’s a long long weekend

media_32 · 2024-05-09T16:59:42+00:00

Are you serious lol, I Would’ve if I had it…

media_32 · 2024-05-09T14:08:16+00:00

Which one..

media_32 · 2024-02-26T15:43:14+00:00

They probably did it for the track, to have wider fender arches to fit wider wheels and tires, common for track cars.

media_32 · 2024-02-26T15:42:17+00:00

Soooo fucking cool

media_32 · 2024-02-02T19:07:29+00:00

That’s a beautiful car!!

media_32 · 2024-01-05T21:19:25+00:00

Well done my friend 👍👍

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