BMW Swirl Flaps Removal DIY Tutorial...........Money Saving Vids!!

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  • BMW Swirl Flap removal from a BMW 525d E60 in simple easy steps. In This video I show you how to remove your swirl flaps and install replacement upgraded blanking plates. Swirl flaps are very problematic and can cause huge engine failure to your car. I hope you enjoy the video, thank you for watching.
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    BMW swirl flaps commonly fail in such a way that they either: drop an affixing screw and or the upper section of the spindle. If this does not stop the engine, the remaining swirl flap falling completely into the engine will!The outcome of such failure is not pretty in the slightest.Luckily this problem is easy to correct by simply removing the swirl flaps. That means both inlet manifold tracts are constantly open. The result: no perceived difference in performance or fuel consumption and cleaner running due to the elimination of ‘dead spots' in the inlet tract.
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  • @jj-tq4hx
    @jj-tq4hx 6 років тому +10

    What a great DIY video! I do not have much experience with mechanics but with your guide I will definetly be doing this! Very well done Mate!👍

  • @neilb43
    @neilb43 6 років тому +2

    Thats one of the best tutorial videos I've seen for swirl-flaps, just off to order the blanks for my '08 530d. Great stuff, thank you.

  • @getyerspn
    @getyerspn 4 роки тому +4

    Brilliant video ..one of the best tutorials I've seen for this job .

  • @basramatt
    @basramatt 6 років тому

    Great diy tutorial video, just recently bought a E61 525D and will have a go my removing these swirl flaps.

  • @SwedesGarage
    @SwedesGarage 3 роки тому

    Excellent video, very calm and informational explanation. Saved for later when I replace my flaps. Thanks.

  • @aislinggallivan6219
    @aislinggallivan6219 5 років тому

    Very explanatory post, thank you. Wanted to do this while I changed my glow plugs, and glow relay. Worth a view

  • @scoobywrximpreza5948
    @scoobywrximpreza5948 4 роки тому +1

    One of the best DIY videos I have ever seen

  • @johnlowe2186
    @johnlowe2186 6 років тому +2

    after following this step by step i managed to do the swirl flap blanking myself all with limited tools just need to get hold of the bmw hex type screw drivers before doing the job,it really is as simply as shown here

  • @TheSavageGarage
    @TheSavageGarage 9 років тому +6

    So good to see you making videos again man! always enjoyed your stuff! keep it up bud

  • @simonstone2133
    @simonstone2133 8 років тому

    finally a decent video on youtube...been waiting for this. looks easy too, will have a go in the morning

  • @chels_one7579
    @chels_one7579 5 років тому +3

    Nice video man. You got good angles of everything you did and you showed everything going back together. I would be confident having a go at doing this because of your video. 💯

    • @BMACVAGS
      @BMACVAGS  5 років тому

      So glad it helped you

  • @willgould2691
    @willgould2691 7 років тому

    Top lad! Awesome videos, really helpful and you made me laugh so even better.
    Subscribed and looking forward to more videos!
    Keep it up dude!

  • @Kai_pies
    @Kai_pies 5 років тому

    Great video, you have a very good way of talking mate, thanks a lot for the clarity.

  • @andylees2940
    @andylees2940 5 років тому

    Great Vid thanks, really clear, well explained and excellent advice throughout !

  • @davidhall6016
    @davidhall6016 8 років тому +31

    My BMW has 125k miles recorded. After watching your video I had enough confidence to do the job myself and it was all done and dusted within 2 hours. No special tools were needed.and it's all thanks to your DIY tutorial.
    Thinking about it afterwards, perhaps 6 new complete units should have been installed instead of just blanks as the EGR system will be severely compromised without the manifold depression created by the flaps restricting incoming air at idle and on overrun. That said the engine certainly sounds crisper and seems to pick up smoother.
    Thanks again for your guidance

    • @BMACVAGS
      @BMACVAGS  8 років тому +5

      You are welcome, I am.glad it helped you

    • @michaelwilliams7404
      @michaelwilliams7404 6 років тому

      Hi David. What do you mean? Also what if you did an EGR delete? Have you had issues in the last year?

    • @johansson940
      @johansson940 5 років тому

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    • @MrStephen777
      @MrStephen777 5 років тому

      Yes i though i was seeing things! just putting blanks in and removing flaps completely. This could well mess up EGR settings. If i do job i will put in new flaps.

    • @garrettw9205
      @garrettw9205 5 років тому

      David Hall does this save your engine or just tune it up some? Confused just bought same thing you have

  • @Hjorleifur
    @Hjorleifur 5 років тому

    Thank you for a very good instructional video. Just the right amount of information, quality video and everything is quite clear. Thanks again. :)

  • @tristanblackmountai1
    @tristanblackmountai1 4 роки тому

    Thank you so informative and helpful. I just bought a 2011 335D. 9/13/19. Yes Friday the 13th lol. And I can't wait to install this delete and the egr delete

  • @shanehall3794
    @shanehall3794 7 місяців тому

    Brilliant video and extremely well and simply explained. 👏

  • @fiazshah3838
    @fiazshah3838 5 років тому

    Awesome video and wonderfully detailed. I'll be using this video if I get a dreaded n47 car!

  • @sammckane5621
    @sammckane5621 5 років тому +1

    Brilliant video pal, very clear instructions unlike most ones u come across 👍👍

  • @davegavin7914
    @davegavin7914 2 місяці тому

    Excellent tutorial my friend done to perfection thank you ! 👍🏻🙏🏻

  • @liamthornton5306
    @liamthornton5306 5 років тому

    Great video! Thanks for taking the time to post it.

  • @CaptainAsia100
    @CaptainAsia100 4 роки тому

    Very good explaining and recorded ! Could not have done it better !

  • @Dubslag
    @Dubslag 6 років тому

    That’s brilliant. I wish all videos were like this and you had done the same guide for the 123 d

  • @aahmed4321
    @aahmed4321 4 роки тому +1

    Hi mate, always love watching your vids, its the most easiest tutorial to follow on youtube..just wanted to know have you sold this car and why?...this it the only vid you did on this car so just wondered..thanks!!

  • @David_JA_Noble
    @David_JA_Noble 6 років тому

    Just had a load of work done on my X3 SD ... as manifold was off ... garage recommended I delete these flaps. Glad they recommended it. Biddenden Motor Racing.

  • @ned900
    @ned900 5 років тому +1

    good vid man clear instuctions, like it a lot

  • @budrobadre
    @budrobadre 4 роки тому

    Good video man! Wish all youtube videos were like that.

  • @Pilifo006
    @Pilifo006 9 років тому +2

    Great tutorial, man! Could you do next one about how to bypass EGR valve which can also cause problems after some time?

  • @austincurry9408
    @austincurry9408 Рік тому

    What a well explained brilliant video..thank you

  • @kern-sladeengineering1325
    @kern-sladeengineering1325 4 роки тому

    Good description of the task , thanks

  • @Cesarfaneca
    @Cesarfaneca 8 років тому +2

    Top video BMAC VAGS, excellent. Will do it on my 320D E46 2003 as well. Do you by any chance where i can order those blanks you used on the swirl flaps holes? Much aprecciated

  • @chrisenright7003
    @chrisenright7003 6 років тому +2

    Spot on. Thanks for posting this.

  • @peters4067
    @peters4067 9 років тому

    Very good mate! I think the Astra F SRI 150's give swirl flap problems too

  • @911bruce
    @911bruce 7 років тому

    Excellent, thanks very much. Michael (NZ)

  • @salim91160
    @salim91160 3 роки тому

    I have a 535d e60, thank you a lot for your tutorial, it's my turn now, let's go.

    • @salim91160
      @salim91160 3 роки тому

      The Job is done, everything works correctly, thanks !

  • @writernoob
    @writernoob 6 років тому +1

    really good video! thanks

  • @Coolsince82
    @Coolsince82 9 років тому +1

    GREAT videos ...good job

  • @andywilk38
    @andywilk38 4 роки тому

    Brilliant video!

  • @sathere
    @sathere 4 роки тому

    Thanks for the video. Very helpful but on reassembly, did you leave the vacuum in situ and intact, so it was just the flaps and their operating rods that were removed? If so, can we assume that the vacuum unit would operate normally as if the rod was still there so there would be no loss of vacuum?

  • @ALLi503
    @ALLi503 4 роки тому

    Thank's for the video man I love you keep up

  • @andriusGNR
    @andriusGNR 6 років тому

    that's proper clear ,well explained video, very helpful.Think I will try to attempt to do it myself on e39 530d, it should be very similar isn't ? was really scared to fuck up something, but seems not too difficult . Would e39 defo be similar just to make sure?

  • @Luminoll
    @Luminoll 4 роки тому

    Great DIY man! Thx! My inlet manifold leaks oil.. according to mech. Can I solve this with new orange gaskets?

  • @johnnyboy6774
    @johnnyboy6774 9 років тому

    excellent tutorial keep on rolling man

    • @BMACVAGS
      @BMACVAGS  9 років тому

      johnny mckenna Do you have a BMW?

  • @saquibmiah8564
    @saquibmiah8564 4 роки тому +2

    great video cn you do a video on exchast manifold cast iron replacement doing the job from the top removing injectors and air filter cheers

  • @w19ely85
    @w19ely85 8 років тому

    fantastic video, thanks for sharing

  • @luckstar69
    @luckstar69 3 роки тому

    Mate, this is a great guide, thank you!

  • @kevind3037
    @kevind3037 6 років тому

    Great video, helped a lot ;-) thank you

  • @bill1981palmer
    @bill1981palmer 8 років тому

    Great video buddy this is my weekend job.... Wish me luck 👌

    • @nar-kotix5114
      @nar-kotix5114 4 роки тому

      Hey. I know this is 4 years on from your comment but how did it go? Looking at removing mine on the weekend

  • @jtulloch78
    @jtulloch78 6 років тому

    Brilliant video!! In the rain as well. I'm about to do this job, and also change the glow plug plugs. My car has no power under 2k revs so thinking about changing the swirl flaps actuator . Have you come across this issue before? No power at all under 2k even a 1.1 micra can do me at the lights :(

  • @bonusnudges
    @bonusnudges 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the video ! I’m going to remove mine before I have a smash up ! . Any idea what the purpose of those things are for , is it to aid combustion? Cheers bruce

  • @astleymac1
    @astleymac1 9 років тому

    I like to see you making more videos daily

  • @SuperGurrier
    @SuperGurrier 8 років тому

    Excellent video man

  • @dejankitanovic9036
    @dejankitanovic9036 5 років тому

    Great video!

  • @goodplbad
    @goodplbad 8 років тому

    thumb up. Really great video. I will do it witch my car as well. Thanx mate

  • @stejac51
    @stejac51 3 роки тому

    ...Good vid ...excellent stuff ...

  • @ryannash6001
    @ryannash6001 4 роки тому

    Hello loving you video pal very clear on what needs to be done thanks alot just wondering is there anyway go tell this has been done with out stripping it all down ?thanks in advance

  • @DELTRANIO99
    @DELTRANIO99 6 років тому

    Great vid just one question will the check engine light come on ?

  • @nevada149
    @nevada149 7 років тому

    hey, this looks really interesting, what are the benefits of doing this, i want to try this on my E90

  • @stealthsnipergrant3406
    @stealthsnipergrant3406 5 років тому

    Good video. I'm going to do mine while I'm not using the car as much due to loss of power...blpody dpf is full going to do a egr delete while I'm there I think

  • @user-rw3zk8xx3x
    @user-rw3zk8xx3x 8 років тому

    Hello mate its Amazing video i gave e60 530d msport same color with your when i star Thé after couple of minutes engine shaking and lacking but when engine getting warm everything finish whatever area youtube thinking is that's swirilp flap fault THX for help

  • @dutchbaptist1692
    @dutchbaptist1692 4 роки тому

    Hey great video! Is this the same on the 2008 335d? Does it not need to be deleted from the computer as well?

  • @danielburberry
    @danielburberry 8 років тому

    Great video. Thanks.

  • @Mrstevie12345678
    @Mrstevie12345678 4 роки тому

    Very good video 👍

  • @alan36789
    @alan36789 4 роки тому

    Brilliant. Thank you!

  • @falczi
    @falczi 8 років тому +1

    Hi, what did you do with that vacume ? I mean, did you conected it again to electric plug ? so after removal of the flaps it blows air somewhere beside the engine ? or is it not connected to any electricity so after removal of the flaps it doesn't work at all ?thanks ;)

  • @N.P.DETAILINGUK
    @N.P.DETAILINGUK 3 роки тому

    Nice video i just picked up a 2008 E61 m sport do you know if this model has the swirl flaps?

  • @mysterzav
    @mysterzav 7 років тому

    Brilliant tutorial, will give any ham-fisted bloke like me enough confidence to do the job by themselves!!!

  • @bobnixon1964
    @bobnixon1964 4 роки тому

    Great job. Thanks

  • @openureyes
    @openureyes Рік тому +1

    Fantastic vid

  • @barrywebster2209
    @barrywebster2209 8 років тому +1

    First class video, thanks

  • @harpavitar1
    @harpavitar1 7 років тому

    Very helpful thanks

  • @KYL3C4SEY
    @KYL3C4SEY 2 роки тому

    Nice video dude, would this be the same for a 1 series engine? Thanks

  • @mmrt4492
    @mmrt4492 4 роки тому

    Hi, Nice video thank you 👍

  • @XTOMMYPX
    @XTOMMYPX 8 років тому

    enjoyed this nice work,

    • @BMACVAGS
      @BMACVAGS  8 років тому

      +XTOMMYPX Thank You

  • @redglory
    @redglory 6 років тому +1

    Hey, I've just managed to remove my swirl flaps and everything went smooth and as expected apart from some fucked up reinforcement transversal bar bolts which BMW left me completly stripped!
    On your video you are not sure if you have to remove the bar but I can say you'll need to because you can't take out the back motor cover to access back intake manifold screw.
    Keep up with your great videos! :)
    BTW, I have a 530d with the M57N2 engine. My intake manifold can't come out without removing the injectors :)

    • @gajdek419
      @gajdek419 6 років тому

      In Poland we have alternative solution to remove swirl flaps: remanufactured swirl flaps which have improved construction (bigger shaft size, new seals, aluminum plates and brass levers)
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      imageshack.com/a/img922/916/E7otQk.jpg
      Regards
      pt-pro

  • @standtogether2775
    @standtogether2775 7 років тому

    what you do with the vacuum pipe for the swirl flaps. just blank it or what because I seen you put the the vacuum controller for flaps back on.
    thanks Shane

  • @stevendoyle1714
    @stevendoyle1714 8 місяців тому

    Nice job

  • @ju1c3washere
    @ju1c3washere 5 років тому +2

    Any wrong feeling after removing flaps? Less mpg or dead spots on low rpm area?

  • @beeksy82
    @beeksy82 5 років тому

    Top video, top bloke.

  • @dawid821kielce
    @dawid821kielce 5 років тому

    Very nice video , now time for my beemer to cut out this liltle flaps , im going to make it by my self , its all right on use vaseline to this gasket ? Bless up mate 🤜🤛

  • @ihtiyardelikanl9217
    @ihtiyardelikanl9217 5 років тому

    Hi ,
    Can I learn what size are tiny screws on swirl flap ?
    What torx wrench can I remove them by ?

  • @renman7891
    @renman7891 9 років тому

    Nice bro good jobb

  • @DanyManPSP
    @DanyManPSP 8 років тому

    So replacing them with the blanks doesn't change anything other than the pitch of the turbo? No performance downgrade whatsoever?

  • @XIXjlo
    @XIXjlo 5 років тому

    I have a 335d touring E91 and just had swirl flaps removed and blanking plates put on. Ive noticed straight away the difference with engine power has dropped. Is this something that should be expected. I miss the engine performance before I had the job done.

  • @gofres
    @gofres 4 роки тому +1

    I've watched quite a few videos on this subject recently but this is a nice and simple, easy to follow guide. By far the best yet. However, my question/thoughts are.... BMW designed the swirl flaps for a reason. They help a clean, efficient combustion as low rpm and throttle, and therefore a better throttle response and power/torque at low rpm (as well as improved efficiency). Look up "what do swirl flaps do" on UA-cam.
    So, instead of spending money on a delete kit, I plan on removing, cleaning and using a cheap solution of Loctite on the swirl flap screw threads. That way, I retain the original fluid dynamic design of the smarty pants engineers at BMW, without compromising the longevity of the engine. For reference, I have a BEng in Automotive Engineering and so these are my 2 pennies on the subject. If my E90 engine dies after this cheap mod, I'll call back here, tail between legs to let you know.

    • @adamwest1138
      @adamwest1138 Рік тому +1

      My grandfather was a fantastic diesel mechanic (should have been an engineer but no chance of a tertiary education) and he always told me 'someone a lot smarter than you or I went to a lot of effort and and time to design and incorporate that into this car, if it didn't need it, it wouldn't be there' . I often think about that when I'm tempted to mod a vehicle.
      I'm currently dealing with a 530d that has had huge problems (DPF mainly) due to someone deleting the EGR without coding it out properly. I've just found they removed and threw away the vacuum can for the swirl flaps too when they did the delete...

    • @gofres
      @gofres Рік тому

      @@adamwest1138 I hope you get your problem fixed. There's far too many cowboy mods online that fix one problem and create 10 others!
      There's a reason that people look for clean, unmodified cars.

  • @w111tkr20001
    @w111tkr20001 3 роки тому

    In the video when you was removing connections from the manifold you unclipped an item that you was not sure what it did. Its the egr vacuum solinoid. I'm trying to find out where the two line run as I have one off mine and carnt figure out where it connects. Thanks in advance

  • @monkehbitch
    @monkehbitch 5 років тому +1

    Informative. Thank you!

  • @michaelurioste2523
    @michaelurioste2523 5 років тому

    I just bought a 2002 320D touring has about 236k not looking to do anything crazy to the car just clean and maintenance. Is there anything else I need to look pay attention to or replace. Also maybe some sites to order from or find more info to research more in depth. Any help is appreciated.

  • @WrenchMonkey88
    @WrenchMonkey88 4 роки тому

    Would I have to re code this after the swirl flap delete? You didn't mention that in the video... Did you have any issue with engine light or code after delete without that procedure?

  • @fraizer2600
    @fraizer2600 5 років тому

    thank you man :)

  • @zayk2981
    @zayk2981 7 років тому

    iv got a 08 plate 2.5d , 3series coupe , is it the same principle with my model aswel?

  • @warrennewton8097
    @warrennewton8097 4 роки тому +1

    Great video mate, really helpful for DIY! I am going to change my glow plugs whilst I am doing the swirl flaps on my 2009 530d do I need to disconnect the battery before doing these jobs? If so will this cause any issues with the idrive and car settings? Really appreciate your help and reply! Wazza

    • @murdaboreca_2752
      @murdaboreca_2752 4 роки тому

      You actually need to disconnect your battery before start doing that. Because you will unplug your injectors's wires. And that will not damage your iDrive system.

  • @simoneruffini86
    @simoneruffini86 7 років тому

    i have bmw e60 525d 177 2006 2.5 6cyl. I want to order this kit. my car has 32mm or 22 mm flaps? thank you

  • @MusicMusic-sp6cd
    @MusicMusic-sp6cd 5 років тому

    Can I run this on a 2011 BMW E90 335D North America with the stock factory ECU software tune?

  • @johnford9948
    @johnford9948 5 років тому

    hi does the bmw x5 e53 2006 3.0D have swirl flaps thanks..

  • @kieronfeakes1492
    @kieronfeakes1492 2 роки тому

    Hi what do you do with the vacuum and sensor left it off and sensor unplugged?

  • @TheCatMilton
    @TheCatMilton 9 років тому

    Makes my E21 look so simple and easy to work on..

  • @kaler329
    @kaler329 6 років тому

    Hi is this the same perseageure for a 2004 bmw e60 530d

  • @peterjennings8258
    @peterjennings8258 3 роки тому

    Brilliant video.... is the kit in you link suitable for the 2007 520D? My engine looks like yours!
    Keep up the good work!

    • @BMACVAGS
      @BMACVAGS  3 роки тому

      The 520d have smaller blanking plugs. Would you like me to find you a link?

    • @peterjennings8258
      @peterjennings8258 3 роки тому

      @@BMACVAGS thankyou but its ok.... i just wanted to check... hhave found some that are apparently right at 22mm! Cheers