Full BMW N55 Engine Rebuild in 29 minutes

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  • Опубліковано 28 лис 2024

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  • @jackelliott872
    @jackelliott872 Рік тому +106

    THANK YOU for not adding any music! Allows viewers to concentrate on what you are doing. Great stuff. I am learning more about BMW engineering by seeing these things. I'm surprised you didn't do more cleaning of the valves and intake chambers.

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому +9

      I wanted a more mechanical, raw videos, so I'm glad you liked it! I did some cleaning on the valves and the intake chambers, but I couldn't get to everything without a proper parts cleaner booth. It's been running pretty smooth so far, though!

    • @1ROWDY35
      @1ROWDY35 Рік тому +1

      Did it cost more to rebuild than just replacing with a spare motor

    • @Saywhatohno
      @Saywhatohno 11 місяців тому

      @@1ROWDY35I think he mentioned it took $3k to rebuild. I am not sure but in $3k you would get an engine that’s at 300kms I think. Rebuild would be a brand new engine so yeah

    • @Saywhatohno
      @Saywhatohno 11 місяців тому

      15:27 what tool is that?

    • @1ROWDY35
      @1ROWDY35 11 місяців тому

      @@Saywhatohno yea if your gunna rebuild may aswel forge the whole thing

  • @bimmerfan6538
    @bimmerfan6538 Рік тому +25

    Incredible video. I remember watching the individual parts and that was cool, but as someone that probably will never rebuild an engine, I watched this one all the way through and thoroughly enjoyed it.

  • @bug8801
    @bug8801 Рік тому +6

    This is car guy ASMR

  • @ThePandasian34
    @ThePandasian34 Рік тому +9

    Done well do far except the bedplate sealant, the proper way is to install and torque the bedplate and then install the front and rear seals, then use the syringe and push the sealant through the channels in the side of the block

  • @BDDD-x3k
    @BDDD-x3k Рік тому +25

    So relaxing watching this.... better than 90% of the other craps on social media. Thanks!

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому +2

      Glad you enjoyed it! I like watching these kinds of videos myself so figured I give it a try.

    • @ReePooDo
      @ReePooDo 10 місяців тому

      Just realised it’s soothing to make you sleep when you can’t

  • @cooryber015
    @cooryber015 Рік тому +6

    Every second of the video was so satisfying to watch, great job! Greetings from Switzerland!

  • @heyyou1059
    @heyyou1059 Рік тому +2

    Awesome video. My 2015 335 has a rattle after shredding a drive belt from a leaky oil filter housing! Wish I had the skills to rebuild myself too.

  • @purplepurplesaurasne
    @purplepurplesaurasne Рік тому +3

    This was fantastic, I have a 2014 F34 with an N55 that I was figuring was going to be the first engine I tried to do some or most of the rebuild on myself. Now after watching it, there are some more special tools to add to the kit, but it wasn't that horribly threatening. Thans!

    • @r6scrubs126
      @r6scrubs126 3 місяці тому +1

      Did you ever give this a try? I'm considering doing it for my N55 M2

    • @purplepurplesaurasne
      @purplepurplesaurasne 3 місяці тому

      @@r6scrubs126 I'm only at 105k on my 2014 335ix GT. I don't have a garage right now either, this is a future plan for sure. There are plenty of resources to help you walk through it though. If you have the time, resources, and spot to do it, go for it. Obviously not wrenching 101 here though.

  • @whatyoumean3383
    @whatyoumean3383 Рік тому +1

    Always good when you watch someone and they say or write how hard to tight that bolts, for example head gasket or oil pump. Good work man well done 👍🏻 ✅

  • @jjd8616
    @jjd8616 Рік тому +13

    What a cool video! Very impressed at your determination and bravery to do all this yourself!

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much!

    • @isoline217
      @isoline217 Рік тому

      It ain't brave if you know what you're doing. This guy is skilled, not so much brave

  • @GregoryOcol
    @GregoryOcol Рік тому +3

    Thank you for uploading these helpful videos. Got my new used N55 motor in and resealed with new bearings following your instructions.

  • @TimChump
    @TimChump Рік тому +2

    Hope it was worth it the N55 sounds amazing 🎶

  • @SimpleCarGuy
    @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому +12

    Thanks for watching!
    I spent 30 days selling BMW N20 parts, *was it worth it*? ua-cam.com/video/SNI85pw4_tk/v-deo.html
    If you'd like to see detailed video for each part, check out the *BMW N55 Engine Rebuild* playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLfGJyGAcNr7-J2rSmmcNcQIT0QIvi2jCL.html
    If you'd like to see how it all started, check out the *BMW 335i Project Car* playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLfGJyGAcNr78Xbwh-kwd90uoDwGM3qr57.html
    Parts used: amzn.to/3QTT1YT
    Tools used: amzn.to/3SXwywS

    • @nesh2bobkev
      @nesh2bobkev 3 місяці тому

      is the parts list same for all N55 even on the F series?

  • @n3307v
    @n3307v Рік тому +4

    Excellent video. Fascinating to watch.

  • @rodolforodriguez4535
    @rodolforodriguez4535 11 місяців тому

    A master in his own craft

  • @DaveJean-jr3vd
    @DaveJean-jr3vd 5 місяців тому

    I really hope the mechanics at BMW are just as meticulous as you are at how precise everything needs to be on this engine

  • @joshg4222
    @joshg4222 Рік тому +1

    This was like therapy

  • @EdwinGuillen
    @EdwinGuillen Рік тому

    Great Video compilation. I actually watched all the actual videos, and used the material to rebuild my '11 x5 N55 engine. It spun a bearing, number 2 cylinder. I replaced the engine, with a newer model, but kept the bad engine and rebuilt it. Now i have a spare engine. 😎

  • @tony.nextlevelrides
    @tony.nextlevelrides Рік тому +2

    this was extremely satisfying to watch! I feel like I can undertake an N55 build myself now! (maybe) lol

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому

      Good luck! It’s a long process, but you learn a lot along the way

  • @stephanelouvet1113
    @stephanelouvet1113 Рік тому +3

    Nice job !
    It's great to discover/learn more about our engine architecture. (here for me, injector seal replacement and installation. Never seen this before in any video) )
    Why you didn't tackle some other weak points of the N55 during this rebuild ? Cost maybe ?
    I'm thinking about the water pump (more difficult to replace while the engine is installed in the car)
    And install a protective plate behind the harmonic pulley to prevent damages if the serpentine belt is escaping.
    Finally, what is your exhaust ? It's sounds so sweet to my hears. Love it.

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому +3

      I mainly did this to learn exactly how engines work and to challenge myself to see if could do it. The cost was definitely a factor as I ended up spending basically the same as it would cost to buy a used engine (although with 90k miles). The water pump was placed less than a year before I got this car, so figured there was no reason to spend $400. The protective plate; however, was something I wish I installed, but at the time I didn't know those existed :).
      The exhaust is COBB cat-back exhaust:
      ua-cam.com/video/Ue_d8Y6-EZE/v-deo.html
      Thanks for watching!!

  • @johnteslov5870
    @johnteslov5870 Рік тому +1

    it's kinda funny that you had no reaction to literally huge bits of engine parts just littered in chunks in the beginning, but having an audible surprise to a part beins heavier than expected. What are those broken bits anyway? turbo chunks?

  • @jdomingo91
    @jdomingo91 Рік тому +1

    the damage on the crankshaft and It bearings should happened due a low oil pressure, did you check the cams? it should be damaged too. The work that you did was great. But you had to change the oil pump, the piston rings at least and check the cams....

  • @gabrielh5937
    @gabrielh5937 Рік тому

    Dude wanted to say thanks got my n55 out today thanks for you help. Ps I am a certified mechanic so im used to wrenching and have tools

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому

      Glad I could help. Thanks for watching! How's the progress?

    • @gabrielh5937
      @gabrielh5937 Рік тому

      Thanks for the reply. Progress has slowed because my crankshaft would not turn well once torqued the bedplate. Machine shop has crankshaft and they say it is fine, I have identified 004 in of runout on the crank. Your crank was bent also right? How did you remedy this?

  • @Jxfred
    @Jxfred Рік тому +48

    What was the total cost in rebuilding the engine and roughly how many hours do you think it took you?

    • @deezelkane
      @deezelkane Рік тому +76

      I swear people are allergic to answering the cost question... It almost never gets a response

    • @Hvac.tools_
      @Hvac.tools_ Рік тому +1

      @@deezelkaneyep I need an answer 😫

    • @BmwMe-uh9sy
      @BmwMe-uh9sy Рік тому +7

      @@Hvac.tools_prob 15 to 2500 if not including labor

    • @evertonb3031
      @evertonb3031 Рік тому +7

      @@BmwMe-uh9synot for a Bmw it cost about 5,000 in Florida to rebuild the transmission and that’s way less hours and parts than rebuilding the motor.

    • @cookierepairprojects4544
      @cookierepairprojects4544 Рік тому +10

      I did it and after you count bolts and hardware plus the crank you are probably going to be around $2,000

  • @cyclonetcracer
    @cyclonetcracer 2 місяці тому

    The video editing qnd the ASMR is awesome

  • @emperorsanders5744
    @emperorsanders5744 7 місяців тому +1

    Wow. I wan to learn this to be able to fix my own car.

  • @louytoghouj7947
    @louytoghouj7947 8 місяців тому

    Great wotk... Just one question you prepared the whole engine but why you did not check and have a look on the other pistons and thier rings... Just replaced the the damaged one

  • @ElliutN
    @ElliutN Рік тому +1

    Cant believe I watched the whole thing. If I had any knowledge of doing a rebuild I would

  • @nm0804nm
    @nm0804nm 3 місяці тому

    Do you remeber the torque spec for the spark plug buckets/housing?

  • @jovanbalac1330
    @jovanbalac1330 11 місяців тому

    Nice Video my friend.Greetings from Serbia.

  • @zanemukhtiar7338
    @zanemukhtiar7338 Рік тому +2

    Great video and well edited! Did you have to worry about the “color” of bearings or not because they were aftermarket?

    • @BmwMe-uh9sy
      @BmwMe-uh9sy Рік тому

      no

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому

      No need when installing aftermarket bearings. I tested using plastigage to make sure the bearings I got worked for my set up and it was bang in the middle, so basically perfect. Thanks for watching!

  • @z.s3072
    @z.s3072 3 місяці тому +1

    So cool. Loved all the little sounds. What's the purpose of the red anodized cam sproket brace thing?

    • @z.s3072
      @z.s3072 3 місяці тому

      The exhuast sounds perfect.

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  3 місяці тому +1

      That sets the timing of the engine. I’m aligning the camshafts to the crankshaft in the TDC position

    • @z.s3072
      @z.s3072 3 місяці тому

      @@SimpleCarGuy Excellent. Thanks!

  • @stephengaribaldi1378
    @stephengaribaldi1378 11 місяців тому

    incredible video, nice job showing all

  • @darylmorse
    @darylmorse Рік тому +2

    Not sure why you didn't remove the pistons and clean them out of the cylinders so didn't deposit all of the crud into the compression ring grooves. Even if you weren't going to replace the rings, which would have been a good idea, it wouldn't have been much more work.

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому +2

      I should have, but I was already feeling like I’m putting way too much time into this and honestly, I didn’t have anyone to tell me any better.

    • @darylmorse
      @darylmorse Рік тому +1

      @@SimpleCarGuy Considering you got the job done without knowing that, you did very well!

  • @Thomas-fc6gf
    @Thomas-fc6gf 4 місяці тому

    you did a great job on this

  • @11SecSTionStockSnail
    @11SecSTionStockSnail 11 місяців тому +1

    How many miles did your old one have before this happened? Also, how much more expansive would it be to do some sort of block guard? While everything is open? (For future high Hp applications)

  • @Frank_Karbo
    @Frank_Karbo Рік тому +1

    Amazing video. Only thing id say is clean out your engines as much as possible before re assembly of anything

  • @mirzatajic89
    @mirzatajic89 8 місяців тому

    Awesome rebuild! to your knowledge, does the timing chain on these every go bad like on the N20?

  • @mateuszmadzelan6525
    @mateuszmadzelan6525 3 місяці тому

    Hi, do u have manual how to install everything in this engine?

  • @theshy4577
    @theshy4577 10 місяців тому

    I have a question. Why u dont remove all pistons to check and clean?

  • @DariuszW-i7q
    @DariuszW-i7q 9 місяців тому

    Świetny film dzięki niemu zdecydowałem się samodzielnie wymienić uszczelkę pokrywy zaworów w moim N54. Pozdrawiam z Polski

  • @da9nerdy
    @da9nerdy Рік тому

    Thank you for documenting this and sharing with us.

  • @mikimiki195
    @mikimiki195 Рік тому +1

    Great work
    Can you explain at beginning of the video. When you started to fit bearing so you had two sets of bearing
    Sounds like you check clearance than you took off bearing than installed different bearing again.
    Not sure if I made sense 👍🏻

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому +1

      For both main and rod bearings I used my new bearings with the old bolts to measure the gap and make sure the clearance was within spec using plastigage. I have a video on plastigage if you want to learn more. Once everything checked out, I put some assembly lube and using new bolts torqued everything to spec. Using new bolts is vital as these are stretch to yield bolts and if you use old bolts, you won't get correct torque figures.
      Hope that helps! Thanks for watching.

    • @mikimiki195
      @mikimiki195 Рік тому +1

      @@SimpleCarGuy makes perfect sense 👍🏻
      Thanks

  • @konradkarsen3984
    @konradkarsen3984 8 місяців тому

    Nice rebuild! You probably figured it out, but on the video you did forget a piece when reinstalling the top injector brackets.

    • @konradkarsen3984
      @konradkarsen3984 8 місяців тому

      I’m working on same thing now. Thank you for the great hands on experience.

  • @billlumadue
    @billlumadue Рік тому

    Like your video a lot but what special tools do you need for the BMW when you re-build the engine thank you.

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  11 місяців тому

      Not that many special tools. You'll need a timing tool, injector tool and few other smaller items. I have a link in the description with stuff I bought for this project.

  • @saidammari6718
    @saidammari6718 9 місяців тому

    Great video! N55 is definitely a great engine and you tackle this is great to see.
    I am wondering how long does it take in real time?

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  9 місяців тому

      Hard to say, I did this over probably like 6-8 weeks for an hour or two after works a few times a week.

  • @Alik_D
    @Alik_D 6 місяців тому +1

    Good job bro!

  • @DJjosher
    @DJjosher 5 днів тому

    What's the background story on this engine?

  • @kimdavid5876
    @kimdavid5876 5 місяців тому

    How much does it cost to rebuild a engine I supposes it depends what parts need to be replaced, and where you live.

  • @steveschwab922
    @steveschwab922 Рік тому +2

    Great work!

  • @jeffmo7209
    @jeffmo7209 6 місяців тому

    That was so satisfying, thank you

  • @Foreignsgarage444
    @Foreignsgarage444 11 місяців тому

    Where you get the instructions from one the torque and bolt pattern

  • @reysabino1460
    @reysabino1460 Рік тому

    Could you show or add / send a link to where you found all the torque specs please! I’m in the process of putting my engine / subframe back together and I can’t finde torque specs anywhere…. Thank you!

  • @KalebWR
    @KalebWR 11 місяців тому +1

    What is the purpose of the clip and arm on the angle indicator? I checked your "tools used" link, but still didn't quite understand.

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  11 місяців тому

      Most of the bolts on this engine are torque-to-yield, which means they stretch as torque is applied. To make sure the 'stretch' is exactly as it should be, BMW says to use a torque wrench and tighten it to, let's say, 90 lb ft of torque and THEN add additional 90 degrees of rotation. This is what that tool is for, it allows you to add addition rotation of torque to the bolt.

    • @KalebWR
      @KalebWR 11 місяців тому +1

      @@SimpleCarGuy Oh, I understood the additional angular torque. I meant, just the actual bendy arm and gator clip on the angle indicator tool. Not sure of its purpose.

  • @alessardarawi692
    @alessardarawi692 Рік тому

    are you not supposed to plasti gauge the connecting rod bearings?

  • @LaSKaLasuridze
    @LaSKaLasuridze 3 місяці тому

    After how many kilometers need engine service (Crankshaft)

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  3 місяці тому

      Ideally, never. It’s not normally a serviceable item. If your front or rear seals are leaking, that’s the time to replace them.

  • @juniorwilkinson8968
    @juniorwilkinson8968 Рік тому +1

    Hey partner is it possibly to do the timing chain guide with the motor in.

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому +1

      Hi! Yes, it's possible. Depending on the model of the car, you may need to drop the subframe (it's like 8 bolts) if you want to do the timing chain at the same time and you'll have to remove the radiator fan and a few things on top of the engine to remove the valve cover. I go into a little bit of detail in the video on the timing chain: ua-cam.com/video/-apNebfNCMA/v-deo.html
      Thanks for watching.

  • @frondelli
    @frondelli Рік тому +1

    Amazing job!! Thanks for sharing.

  • @christophebernardin3221
    @christophebernardin3221 3 місяці тому

    Amazing job bro

  • @anadolutat-rs9pf
    @anadolutat-rs9pf Рік тому

    better build quality than they do in BMW factory!

  • @jaysrt21
    @jaysrt21 5 місяців тому

    Dumb question, but since he basically rebuilt almost everything and cleaned a majority or the build it. Is it like having a 0 Mileage engine?

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  5 місяців тому

      That’s the idea. If it’s done well, it’ll be almost like new. Obviously tolerances won’t be a as good as factory.
      In some cases, you can upgrade components along the way and make it even better than new.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @siugarfield7647
    @siugarfield7647 Рік тому +1

    nice video and thank you for put this up

  • @ivanmiguel2977
    @ivanmiguel2977 11 місяців тому +1

    Masterpiece.

  • @moneyj3044
    @moneyj3044 Рік тому +1

    How much would it cost for an engine rebuild ?

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому

      Not sure, I just do this for fun, but the parts were about $3500 if I remember correctly

  • @gerardsuico2030
    @gerardsuico2030 Рік тому

    Can you suggest where i can get a 2012 bmw 335i service repair manual? I also have an engine to rebuild here in my house. It’s so hard to find engine rebuilder in NC. Thank you much in advance

  • @_Wai_Wai_
    @_Wai_Wai_ Рік тому +1

    I had purchased a 2011 BMW 535i, with an N55 engine. The engine has rattlely noise when I start it, and scanner shows Camshaft Retard, Bank A & B error code. I've replaced VANOS Solenoid valves to no avail. I've just replaced spark plugs, and will be checking the timing chain. Hopefully these last two will at least provide an improvement to the engine.

    • @brewyawn3394
      @brewyawn3394 Рік тому +1

      Hows it been?

    • @_Wai_Wai_
      @_Wai_Wai_ Рік тому

      ​@@brewyawn3394not good. I turned the engine manually when checking the timing chain. Put valve cover back on, engine oil etc, started the engine, cranks but won't start.

  • @victorsmith5671
    @victorsmith5671 Рік тому

    How much would it be to rebuild a N20 engine on x3 28i twin turbo xdrive

  • @820performancecomptonbro4
    @820performancecomptonbro4 10 місяців тому

    I have a n20 engine that has low compression cylinder 1-3-4 90 psi num2 119 can these engines be honed ?

  • @Bossy23
    @Bossy23 10 місяців тому

    Very nice job!! what is the green lines you put on the bearings for?? Thank in advance

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  10 місяців тому +1

      That measures the tolerances to make sure they are in spec. If the ‘squished’ plastigage is too thick or thin I wouldn’t proceed with the install and have to get different bearing etc.

    • @Bossy23
      @Bossy23 9 місяців тому

      @@SimpleCarGuy Thank you very much! Cheers

  • @DaaniyaalFredericks
    @DaaniyaalFredericks Рік тому +1

    But why not replace the rings too???

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  11 місяців тому

      That was a goof on my part! Should have done it now that I think about it.

  • @P.I.D.27
    @P.I.D.27 Рік тому

    Hello what km was your N55 engine ? How you destroy it ? It was remap ? Oil change on every 30 k km ?

    • @alangil40
      @alangil40 Рік тому

      This video was a compilation of about 9 other videos he made, if you go back to his original videos, I believe he give more information.

  • @martindupuis9567
    @martindupuis9567 Рік тому

    Hello where did you find all torque specs?

  • @MannyScans
    @MannyScans Рік тому

    bro why couldn't you add the torch settings for every bolt!

  • @volodymyroliinyk8071
    @volodymyroliinyk8071 Рік тому

    Good video)
    How is engine feeling for now? Still works well?)

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому

      Has about 5-6k miles on it now. Feels strong so far.

  • @adamsaleh4143
    @adamsaleh4143 5 місяців тому

    I just bought the same exact car but convertible and I just found out there’s oil leaks basically oil gets mix with the coolant I spent all the money on this car now I don’t know what to do. I feel like I wanna cry

  • @ntokozoshongwe5431
    @ntokozoshongwe5431 Рік тому +1

    Thanx for the video i subscribed your video is the best than others

  • @unkownman2009
    @unkownman2009 Рік тому

    Hi ! Thank you for this awesome content ! Really enjoyed watching this !
    Just wondering if I can get some more precision for mainly two moments :
    1) around minute 10 => How did you chose that gap clearance ? (I mean why not larger or tighter eventually)
    2) around 16'14" or some few moments you've used a torque wrench to tighten that long bolt then you kept tightening it with a circle paper with angle => is there any reason/recommandation for that extra tightening such I've seen that no extra strengh should be put on after the torque wrench click ?
    Sorry if those questions have already been asked but I didn't see them prior and for sure, thank you for the questions !
    Cheers !🙌

    • @ct1762
      @ct1762 Рік тому

      angle torquing is simply a more precise way of measuring ... so its not off. 70nm would be something like double that by doing 360. gap clearance is chosen by piston manufacturer. read manual for proper end gap... most brands are a little different than stock.

  • @fritz4939
    @fritz4939 7 місяців тому

    And, never use a power tool to wind down mains caps bolts! the same goes for cylinder head bolts, always do by hand, but check the bolt threads beforehand.

  • @Iryna1123
    @Iryna1123 Рік тому +1

    Great video!

  • @sollisummers9474
    @sollisummers9474 Рік тому

    Did you forget to put the rear main seal?

  • @emirkan9338
    @emirkan9338 Рік тому

    Hi, What was that yellow seal called at 12:15 ??

  • @geeniusatwrok
    @geeniusatwrok Рік тому

    Yikes what is the torque spec for that crank bolt??

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому

      That bolt is crazy! It's torqued up to 100Nm and then ANOTHER 270 degrees of ration after!! In the service manual, BMW states: "Breakaway torque of the central bolt > 600 Newton metres"

  • @tiaf3138
    @tiaf3138 Рік тому

    Hello, where did you find the tightening torques? Thanks a lot

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому +1

      I used newtis and BMW software at the time.

  • @jaypopkid2764
    @jaypopkid2764 11 місяців тому

    One of your pistons did not get a bearing... If am not wrong

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  11 місяців тому

      Clips were slightly out of order. I, of course, installed the bearing just like the rest. Engine has been running for 2-ish years

  • @Tobi08150
    @Tobi08150 11 місяців тому

    I never hear good Things about the n55 are they really that bad?

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  11 місяців тому

      They are not a bad engine, but people tune them and drive them hard. I have a video on all problems to expect on these engines.

  • @wickedsatan1
    @wickedsatan1 Рік тому

    How much replacement engine n55 go for these days?

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому +1

      Probably around $4k, more with lower miles.

  • @waynehick
    @waynehick 10 місяців тому

    Is the engine still running smoothly?

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  10 місяців тому +1

      Yep, still in my car

    • @waynehick
      @waynehick 10 місяців тому

      My M57 just spun a bearing so am considering rebuilding it. It's not cheap. Would you rebuild over finding a used engine?

  • @korylewis7858
    @korylewis7858 Рік тому

    So much work.

  • @andrewcervantes3312
    @andrewcervantes3312 Рік тому

    Torque specs ? Where did you get them for the entire assembly

    • @ct1762
      @ct1762 Рік тому

      they have things called service manuals. amazing, really. tells you how to put everything back together.

  • @Birdhouseboi810
    @Birdhouseboi810 11 місяців тому

    You did injector the bed plate sealant wrong. Could possibly leak down the road.

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  11 місяців тому

      How so? Can you please elaborate? Would love to add a note and learn for future.

  • @jamessnyder3850
    @jamessnyder3850 Місяць тому

    Dude. How you do that?

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Місяць тому

      Slowly, over many evenings after work haha

  • @nemanjamilojkovic630
    @nemanjamilojkovic630 7 місяців тому

    what is he doing at 9:44

  • @TalleresDDLMadrid
    @TalleresDDLMadrid Рік тому

    Muy buen trabajo
    Tengo el mismo n55
    Me toca hacer la cadena

  • @gamesantrax2517
    @gamesantrax2517 Рік тому

    How much would u charge for this job and how much was the engine

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому

      I don't do this as a job, I just did it to see if I can rebuild an engine. The second engine I bought was $300 as it had a spun bearing which required a full rebuild because the crankshaft was damaged. It's not really worth it to pay someone to rebuild it as it's cheaper to buy a used engine.

  • @djtomt
    @djtomt 11 місяців тому

    Astonishing.

  • @Rico_415
    @Rico_415 Рік тому

    I gotta ask, how did all that matter get in there??

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  Рік тому

      That was all parts of the engine.. the rod bearing spun and seized on the crankshaft and then the rod broke and sent metal pieces flying throughout the engine.

  • @gumba2901
    @gumba2901 Рік тому

    man i need you to help me w timing chain 4 my e90 n55

  • @roshandeepak
    @roshandeepak 10 місяців тому

    What is that thing you bolt on to the oil sump at 26:10?

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  10 місяців тому +1

      That's the front differential as this is an AWD vehicle.

  • @tfig9131
    @tfig9131 5 місяців тому

    Is there a way of contacting you guys? I have an 2008 x3

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  5 місяців тому

      I don’t do this for work, this was just a personal project I did in my spare time in winter.

  • @alinemotorcare8903
    @alinemotorcare8903 11 місяців тому

    hi where did you find the torque specs?
    Iv found the conrod bolt specs (20Nm + 70deg + 70deg) but cannot find the specs for the main bearings.
    thanks

    • @ukaszukasz9851
      @ukaszukasz9851 11 місяців тому +1

      Main bearings inner bolts 20Nm +70 ° outer bolts M8 - 8Nm + 90° outer bolts M10 - 15Nm + 90° all bolts new. Data from workshopdata

    • @SimpleCarGuy
      @SimpleCarGuy  11 місяців тому

      I used newtis.info and BMW's software that can be found on the internet.