Official S65 Rod Bearing Condition Example Thread

[Green-Eggs]

Originally Posted by SSR Performance

Rod bearings from 5/28/19

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I know the sheet says 2008, but those bearings look like 2010+ and later. I have a feeling the bearings were already replaced with WPC treated 702/703 bearings. Any chance you can look at the backs of the bearings and see what logo is on it? Then match the logo to either of these two images:

1. http://wiki.rcollins.org/core/index....re_Description

2. http://wiki.rcollins.org/core/index...._Description_2

[doogee]

Originally Posted by pbonsalb

But there have been just a tiny fraction of main bearing failures relative to rod bearing failures. I would recommend that owners of out of warranty cars change rod bearings for $2500 but I would not recommend they pull the engine to change main bearings for $5000 or more

A tiny fraction is still too many for me!

[Kamen]

Originally Posted by wfdeacon88

Um what shop is this... I would Question their knowledge of this engine. Sure, the bearing failure after replacement is possible if they are replaced with OEM. There aren't any reported cases of BE failures that have been reported, but hundreds or thousands of OEM failures. Have no regrets that you are replacing them, assuming it's BE bearings.

The shop is Southwest Bimmers, Las Vegas.

It makes sense a labor warranty to be offered, but I'm not sure, in case that something fudges up, a failed part can be distinguished from bad labor.

Here they are at 53k miles. I think they look OK(?), except maybe the copper showing towards the edges on some of them. The bearings are not in particular order.

Also, the car feels so much better with the new motor mounts.

[wfdeacon88]

Originally Posted by Kamen

The shop is Southwest Bimmers, Las Vegas.

It makes sense a labor warranty to be offered, but I'm not sure, in case that something fudges up, a failed part can be distinguished from bad labor.

Here they are at 53k miles. I think they look OK(?), except maybe the copper showing towards the edges on some of them. The bearings are not in particular order.

Also, the car feels so much better with the new motor mounts.

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Those look similar to mine which were pulled out last winter.. not particularly good and definitely a wise move getting them swapped

[mapster37]

Originally Posted by Erickuokwa

117k miles

im curious to see the backside of the bearings from #1

[rks68rt]

Always Castrol TWS 10W-60, 5k mile intervals, proper warm up; replaced as preventative; had another 50k miles on them?

[IamFODI]

^ Very nice, relatively speaking!

[pbonsalb]

I changed my bearings in my home garage. And then another forum member asked me to help him change his in my home garage. SYT Shadow has done a bunch, and does not have a mechanic license, and wrote a helpful DIY guide.

[doogee]

Originally Posted by pbonsalb

I changed my bearings in my home garage. And then another forum member asked me to help him change his in my home garage. SYT Shadow has done a bunch, and does not have a mechanic license, and wrote a helpful DIY guide.

Of course lots of people are fully capable of doing it at home

[Scharbag]

Moving on...

[Dreamer99]

2012 E92 with 56,100 kms including 20 track days. Serviced annually at BMW.

[330xi_dd_CT]

Rod bearing service performed yesterday with the amazing help of SYT_Shadow and his brother (who can self identify should he wish).

Additional shout out to Gearhead Systems International in Warwick, RI. Its an amazing DIY shop where you rent a lift by the hour and have access to a wealth of tools and the knowledge of the owner. If you are in the area and have work to do, they deserve your business. Great atmosphere, great owners, and great pizza shop nearby that will deliver on your lunch break.

2009 M3 with 52,045 miles.
Replaced with BE Bearings and BE-ARP bolts.
Engine appeared to be well cared for after we dropped the pan.
#6 Upper was the only bearing showing wear through to the copper layer. I am very happy that I elected to do these for peace of mind and very grateful for the help of SYT_Shadow and his brother.

We also changed out motors mounts and diff oil/plugs while we were at it.

[SYT_Shadow]

Originally Posted by 330xi_dd_CT

Rod bearing service performed yesterday with the amazing help of SYT_Shadow and his brother (who can self identify should he wish).

Additional shout out to Gearhead Systems International in Warwick, RI. Its an amazing DIY shop where you rent a lift by the hour and have access to a wealth of tools and the knowledge of the owner. If you are in the area and have work to do, they deserve your business. Great atmosphere, great owners, and great pizza shop nearby that will deliver on your lunch break.

2009 M3 with 52,045 miles.
Replaced with BE Bearings and BE-ARP bolts.
Engine appeared to be well cared for after we dropped the pan.
#6 Upper was the only bearing showing wear through to the copper layer. I am very happy that I elected to do these for peace of mind and very grateful for the help of SYT_Shadow and his brother.

We also changed out motors mounts and diff oil/plugs while we were at it.

Gearheads International is such a great place! So comfortable to go there if you need to swap things. The owners are awesome

Nice meeting you in person!!

[kevin @ eas]

126k on the odometer and show a good amount of wear.

[aakrusen]

^^ This is what I imagine mine will look like at 132k miles. Ordered the BE Bearing Kit and it should be here in the next two weeks.

Where are people getting these pre-made sheets with the layout to place the old bearings?

[exnoodle]

July 2008 build E93
113,000 miles 6 speed MT

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-8...p_R0BHea7Df_wY

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1iH...Ar5QRI47mB80U3

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-8...p_R0BHea7Df_wY






Adding in pics of the crank:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/116-...ew?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11Hb...ew?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1160...ew?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11GU...ew?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/114w...ew?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1195...ew?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1149...ew?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11BP...ew?usp=sharing

[NeverL8]

Originally Posted by exnoodle

July 2008 build E93
113,000 miles

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-8...p_R0BHea7Df_wY

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1iH...Ar5QRI47mB80U3

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-8...p_R0BHea7Df_wY

How did your crank looked?

[PACarGuy]

Originally Posted by velociti

Please do. I live in south philly and VAC is my local shop, but a LOT of the feedback on them has been negative, or at least mixed. One of their ex-employees was very positive on their bearings and overall work, but I'm not convinced that it's not worth it just to go up to Auto Coutoure and have them do BE bearings, rod bolts, and motor mounts for $2650 or whatever. Curious what the results are...

Or go to Bavarian Specialities in K of P. They did the BE Bearings plus engine mounts in my MY2012 last year. Great shop.

[exnoodle]

TheRussski - Crank was smooth to the touch, all of them. I was a bit surprised to be honest. Can upload pics by the weekend.

[wfdeacon88]

Originally Posted by exnoodle

July 2008 build E93
113,000 miles

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-8IAFeJGESS1316H3Gp_R0BHea7Df_wY

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1iHTkxPOJN41ekTFH0RAr5QRI47mB80U3

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-8IAFeJGESS1316H3Gp_R0BHea7Df_wY

WOW

[GerrS65]

No track days, and properly warmed up with every start. 10w 60 Castrol. Sorry the lighting isnt the best!

[pbonsalb]

Those look pretty good for the early bearings — as bearing go for these cars — just starting to wear through the layers on the uppers. What year and how many miles?