E46 M3 Rod Bearing Diy

Includes everything needed for a rod bearing service featuring be bearings upgraded rod bearings.

E46 m3 rod bearing diy. Bmw gave owners a hassle early on claiming engine failures due to rod bearings were caused by over revving. Bmw e46 m3 s54 3 2l connecting rod bearing. The bearings feature pmax black a unique tri metal. To be more specific the width of them is relatively narrow compared to other engines that are designed to make that much power.

Be bearings performance rod bearing replacement kit. When we first began looking at the s54 knowing its history of rod bearing failure we immediately noticed how small the rod bearings were compared to other engines we d built. Rod bearings are an essential component to proper internal function. One of the top jobs on our list was to inspect the rod bearings for wear and replace them if necessary.

We don t need the invoice from a mechanic stating rod bearing problems just drop a few posts and that s all the proof we need. Internal issues are never good. Greater clearance and oil flow for less friction and wear. Available in standard size and std x with additional oil clearance as well as 0 025mm and 0 25mm oversizes.

Diy at home on jack stands. King racing xp series big end connecting rod bearings for the bmw s54b32 engine. Bmw began replacing rod bearings in affected s54 engines. A guy with 38 posts thinks his rod bearing is failing because he s hearing an undiagnosed noise from his car.

The xp series is a line of bearings with advanced metallurgical and geometric technologies that meet extreme performance loads. Eventually bmw succumbed to the serious s54 rod bearing issues.