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Join Date: Aug 2008
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Timing chain tensioner socket
I just got done with the timing chain tensioner replacement/update on my '93 325is.
Wayne's project illustrated here: http://www.pelicanparts.com/bmw/techarticles/101-Projects-16-Tensioner-Upgrade/101-Projects-16-Tensioner-Upgrade.htm It took about five minutes. I upgraded to part number BW-11-31-1-405-081. Just thought I'd point out that for those of us whose worlds cross over to SAE sizes, a 1 1/4-inch socket is 31.75mm and works perfectly for this task. One of my buddies happened to have a jumbo impact set from Harbor Freight, and it kept me from having to find and pay for a 32mm socket. Also, don't forget you also need a 26x31mm aluminum sealing washer. They don't come with the tensioner. P/N 07-11-9-963-418-M131 $0.25 on this site. I paid $0.68 at the dealer. Duh. I haven't driven the car much, but firing it up and revving it in the driveway, it seems much quieter. I just had my smog done today, and listening to the engine at 2800 rpm with the hood open was terrifying. 175k, original cat, and passed, BTW! Last edited by RemoveB4Flight; 08-16-2008 at 07:25 PM.. Reason: Accidentally posted before finished. (I've never posted on a forum before.) |
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