I began my rebuild when I did a compression test and noticed I had poor compression in cylinders 2-6 (about 142 psi, the bottom of the service limit). Cylinder 1 had 160 psi. A leakdown test showed leakage into each adjacent cylinder. Of course my engine also had the oil consumption problem (1 quart every 1000 miles) that every M54 engine has, which is caused by the oil rings which wear down prematurely (the M52TU used different oil rings which did not have this problem). There was also coolant loss, which I didn’t measure precisely.
To see all the videos in the #m54rebuild series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqJG4ZyPIF6OflXtgLWJOFdsiuc-UrZJX
To see all the rebuild specs for the M54/M52 series engines: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/g6fqtycr1lz5ila/AACOP0_5yPGUHx1gkDUyDIBQa?dl=0
Rear Main Seal Video (for how to install transmission): https://youtu.be/8dotlX6reJE
BMW A/C Compressor Oil Capacity Charts:
http://www.techchoiceparts.com/refrigerant-and-oil-capacities/bmw
This video is for entertainment purposes only. 50sKid assumes no liability for any repairs or modifications performed by the viewer as a result of the information contained in this video.
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Holy shit that was a lot of excuses Batman it was dark I couldn't see it was cold I was blind I'm sick and pressure washer didn't have enough pressure it was cold water I ran out of soap don't judge me
man you look good for a 50's kid what do you eat! lol love the vids thanks for the content! and love the Graphic!
Best diy ever! I’m about to rebuild my 2.5ci and this diy’s are awesome! Only one thing to mention: why did you buy new oil filter housing and new engine mount, when you could retap the original ones? Thanks!
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Jason I have just bought a used M56 engine and am going to swap. Can you tell me the process you'd use. Do I have to remove the intake? In your Engine Block Removal Video you already have the head pulled so I'm not sure how much I need to remove..
I will do that to my car… great videos
If the flywheel bolts would leak, would that mean engine oil would come into the transmission?
its a flex plate not a flywheel only manual car have a flywheel
Videos get better and better as I watch the process!
is the sealant for the bolts the same as threadlock? i always get these different compounds mix up and confused! :/
always a joy watching your work/videos!