WTB: VANOS unit

[alexandre]

I need a core VANOS unit as I stripped the threads where the exhaust camshaft sensor attaches - it's not repairable.

http://i.ebayimg.com/t/BMW-E46-E39-3-5-Series-Dual-Double-Vanos-Unit-1707305-/00/s/OTY0WDE2MDA=/z/v44AAOxyTMhR7yvE/$(KGrHqZ,!n4FHbwWcksZBR7yvEeLig~~60_12.JPG

If you have a spare, please PM me with the mileage, condition (trashed seals, rattles, etc), the car it's from and if it's been rebuilt recently. I don't need the solenoids nor the camshaft sensor.

Thanks!
Alex

[alexandre]

BTW: if anyone knows how to find one on car-part.com, I'd appreciate some insight.

[danewilson77]

Throw a heli-coil in it.

[static667]

Throw a heli-coil in it.

This is probably the best option. Otherwise, you could call a salvage yard that has an E46 with a blown head and ask them for the VANOS from that engine. That may be the best way to go after trying the Heli-coil. If all else fails, I may have something that will work for you.

[danewilson77]

http://www.bmrparts.com/

[danewilson77]

Spare has been procured.