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  1. #21
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    Quote Originally Posted by danewilson77 View Post
    Joop replaced his starter in a parking lot. Though he is Superman, I'm not scared of this job.
    I'm not scared of the job, it's just the time with my busy scheduled. Contemplating doing the starter over the holiday weekend. Then the pulley's and a water pump. After that I still have the oil leaks, brakes and new tires.

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    I suggest doing the OFHG and pulleys at the same time, and probably water pump too. You have to remove the serpentine belt and usually remove alternator to do the OFHG. The only catch is if you're going to do the water pump, then you might want to do the rest of the cooling system too since you'll be draining at least halfway before you take out the water pump. Welcome to "While you're in there"!

    The VCG is a separate from the OFHG, cooling system, brakes, etc. The one item that makes the most sense to combine with VCG is VANOS seals, or spark plugs, though spark plugs can always be done later without removing the valve cover.

    Brake pads are separate and easy as long as you have the following items:
    1) Hex socket to remove caliper bolts (maybe 7mm?)
    2) Brake cylinder pusher or C-clamp to push caliper piston back in to fit new pads
    3) Two flat blade screwdrivers (or one screwdriver and something else to use as lever) to remove caliper clips

  3. #23
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    It does t sound all that bad. You can do most all of the work yourself. I replaced my water pump about 6 months ago, and did my brakes yesterday. I would check with a shop for tires. I got mine at discount tire and it totaled 280 for my tires out the door. Lifetime rotation and balance and free replacement if they can't be repaired. Valve cover gasket isn't a bad one, and neither is the oil housing gasket. The only thing I wouldn't know how to do is the starter. I hear it's a PITA, and it's better off to have a shop do it. Other than that there are some great DIY's. Good luck!
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    $280 for tires, mounted and balanced?

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    Have you tried to find an independent shop to do what you do not have tools or time to do yourself? I found an independent shop that lets me buy parts and they do the work for an hourly rate. Between my civilian career and my National Guard career - I cannot justify the time to deal with working on my car so the indie gets some of my money. I would keep the car - only thing unusual is the starter - other stuff you listed is maintenance.

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    Should I bail or hold on to our 06 330Cic

    Little update; we're looking at two new 2014 328IX's in the morning. With her working from home and light use, a 36 month 30K mile is very doable money wise. The trade offer we got before the repair quote and they will honor that and I also get a $1000 discount on new 3 series threw work.

    My main concern is for her safety when she makes those 1000+ mile road trips alone. So, even with everything fixed and the car in perfect working order I still won't have 24hour free roadside assistance and piece of mind.

    I'll posts a final update tomorrow. It aint over till
    It's over.


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    Problem solved. Went for this but, that's not what we came home with. Stay tuned for our 5th Bimmer.




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    Koni Sport, Bridgestone; Potenza RE-11, Coby Wheel
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    Hawk High Performance Street 5.0 Brake Pads
    Brembo Rotor

    The purposeful face of a formidable athlete:

    The spine-tingling 330i Performance Package.

    Purchased CPO on 12/23/2006 with 28,090 miles

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    If the wife is happy and you're happy, then I'm happy Can't wait to see the car you two picked up. Beige paint is for minivans...

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    This one made us both smile and I think I can put up with it.












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    Turner Motorsports; Underdrive Power Pulleys
    Koni Sport, Bridgestone; Potenza RE-11, Coby Wheel
    Stewart High Performance Water Pump
    Hawk High Performance Street 5.0 Brake Pads
    Brembo Rotor

    The purposeful face of a formidable athlete:

    The spine-tingling 330i Performance Package.

    Purchased CPO on 12/23/2006 with 28,090 miles

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    Awesome color combo! Good looking car, I think you'll enjoy it.
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