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Is there any way to tell if the rod bearing is going bad? I know that it can be an issue on this generation of m3s.

Hello all, While replacing my oil pan gasket, I decided to check my rod bearings. After pulling a few, I came to the conclusion that they needed replacement. Crankshaft appears to be ok. I grabbed some plastigauge and used it in between my bottom bearings and crankshaft. After torqueing them...

So, after a lot of hand-wringing, I finally decided to bite the bullet and get my rod bearings done at 167,000 miles on my 2004 M3 that I acquired from the previous single owner in April 2021. He never drove it hard, and when I asked him how often he redlined it, he told me "never" - I believe...

Can I drive the car normally? I intend on doing the rod bearings just for peace of mind, but wondering if it's safe to still run the car when it doesn't have any symptoms of wear. Will the rod bearing break if I just use the car for commuting? Or is this an issue more for when it is tracked...

I recently noticed when I place my foot lightly on the clutch pedal of my E46 M3, I feel a repetitive subtle click as the engine is running. It increases in frequency as the revs increase and feels almost like a pulse. I listened carefully to the engine with the hood open, the click I feel...

Hey guys, I’m new to the forums and I’ve been trying to figure out if my M3 has had the bearing recall done on it. Not on carfax (bearing recall isn’t listed), and bmw won’t give me that information on the VIN as it is private to the original owner. They just say it has no open safety recalls...

Ok everybody i have a question for every owner out there. The 10 year anniversary of the last e46's manufactured is coming up next year. That being said warranties and recalls on these cars are well over done since 2k12. I read lots of stories of subframe, vanos, rod bearings and airbags...

Ok everybody just like my post said. My rod bearing is clearly telling me it is done. I had removed the spark plug one at a time from each cylinder and when i got to the 3rd the knocking went away. I hit depression to a whole new low tonight.ugghhh So i wanna ask everybody what now? What should...

Hi all, Looks like I have some work cut out for me. I want to start a post for a DIY rod bearing (and possibly more) replacement in my 330i. Long story short, looks like the filter was never changed for a LONG time. When I purchased the car I changed the oil and noticed the filter was all...