M50 Vanos Seals

[Forrest 35]

Looks like this is the next big job to sort on the E36. Convinced it's the cause of a few of this issues I have with the driveability of the car.

I note that for an M50 it is quite different than replacing them on a M52 or M54.

Has anyone splashed out on the cam locks, crank pin, sprocket tool etc etc as shown in this DIY: http://www.beisansystems.com/procedures/va...e_procedure.htm

If anyone has done it without the tools...I would be interested in hearing your experience, I don't want to grenade my motor though.

Also if anyone knows how much labour a specialist would take to do this that would be fantastic.

I am looking to buy the seals regardless from Besian, and will either attempt a DIY (it doesn't look to complicated once you have the proper tools) or take the seals to an expert and get them to replace them.

Any insight or help would be fantastic.

Cheers, Nathan

Edited November 23, 2012 by Brams

[thorburn 121]

I have the proper tools. I'm sure we can come to some sort of agreement if you'd like to borrow them

[Forrest 35]

PM'd James.

Anyone think if it is worth doing the anti rattle bearing at the same time? Mine isn't noisy...yet.

[Andre3000 55]

Looks like this is the next big job to sort on the E36. Convinced it's the cause of a few of this issues I have with the driveability of the car.

I note that for an M50 it is quite different than replacing them on a M52 or M54.

Has anyone splashed out on the cam locks, crank pin, sprocket tool etc etc as shown in this DIY: http://www.beisansystems.com/procedures/va...e_procedure.htm

If anyone has done it without the tools...I would be interested in hearing your experience, I don't want to grenade my motor though.

Also if anyone knows how much labour a specialist would take to do this that would be fantastic.

I am looking to buy the seals regardless from Besian, and will either attempt a DIY (it doesn't look to complicated once you have the proper tools) or take the seals to an expert and get them to replace them.

Any insight or help would be fantastic.

Cheers, Nathan

You dont need those tools to do it properly just make sure the cams are square/flush with the head before you remove the vanos sprocket and after it is replaced. This is a very simple task, just a little time consuming if you dont have the right tools on hand.

If you'd like a quote call us at Wittz Automotive; 6366333, you can order the seals and book it in once you have the parts. Mike will be able to give you an accurate quote as we/I've done a few of these now.