BMW Cooling System Parts & Accessories for BMW 5 Series E28 (1982-1988)

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The cooling system is arguably the weakest point in numerous BMWs. If you drive an aging BMW or plan on taking your car to the track like we do, we recommend beefing up your cooling system before going to the track. Generally, the main components in your cooling system that are prone to failure include the following: expansion tank, factory hoses, water pump, thermostat, fan (especially if your vehicle comes factory with a clutch fan), and radiator. Factory BMW expansion tanks are plastic and prone to either breaking off at connection points or combusting. As factory rubber hoses age they either crack or break over time - we offer silicone cooling hose upgrades for most applications to avoid future failures. If you have an older vehicle, your water pump likely comes from the factory with a plastic impeller - we offer upgraded water pumps with metal impellers that are far more reliable. Newer model BMWs utilize electric water pumps - BMW spent millions of dollars engineering these water pumps, but they fail so often that we recommend replacing at 60,000 mile service intervals to avoid being stranded on the side of the road. In terms of thermostats, we offer various upgraded thermostats for racing applications. If your BMW utilizes a clutch fan from the factory, we have several options available in terms of universal electric fans - we recommend replacing these to avoid sending brittle plastic fan blades through your hood. For radiators, we recommend swapping out your radiator for one that does not use plastic connection points like your factory radiator.

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T#:30397451
Part#: 11531251041KT2
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A well-known issue in BMW models is the water pump, which typically requires servicing every 60,000 miles. To ensure your vehicle's cooling system remains in peak condition, it's also advisable to replace the thermostat during this maintenance. Thankfully, Turner Motorsport has streamlined this process by combining all the necessary parts into one convenient kit.

If you're aiming to maintain and boost your BMW's cooling system, look no further than this premium kit, expertly assembled by the enthusiasts at Turner Motorsport!

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This BMW Thermostat Replacement Kit is the go-to choice for preserving the performance and reliability of your classic M20-powered BMW—keeping your engine running cool and smooth mile after mile.
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Part#: 11521723918
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Quality aftermarket replacement

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This is a Bosch coolant temperature sensor (#0280130026) for the fuel injection system. It has a white tip and is rated at 20 degree Celsius & 2500 Ohm.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1984-1985 E30 BMW 318i
1984-1991 E30 BMW 325e 325es 325i 325ic 325is 325ix
1976-1981 E12 BMW 528i 530i
1982-3/1987 E28 BMW 528e 533i
1980-1984 E24 BMW 633csi
1980-1984 E23 BMW 733i
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Nissens Radiator w/ Auto Transmission Oil Cooler - E24, E28
For vehicles with a production date from 09/1984
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T#:591953
Part#: 17111468073
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Replacement radiator for your BMW!

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T#:369371
Part#: 61311364272
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T#:1195824
Part#: 62161360870
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Relays engine coolant temperature information to the ECU.

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T#:582577
Part#: 11519070761
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Fan Blade
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T#:594536
Part#: 11521723363
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This fan is driven by the belt, engaged by the fan clutch. If you have bad motor mounts, it's quite common for the blades of this fan to make contact with the radiator or radiator shroud, essentially self-destructing the fan into many peices. Be sure to get a new fan clutch, while you are replacing this.
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Part#: 11531254065
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The thermostat on your vehicle controls the flow of coolant based on temperature. When you just start your engine, the thermostat remains closed to accelerate the warm up process. After a few minutes, it opens up to allow the warm fluid to flow. If your vehicle is overheating but not blowing warm air from the heater, the problem is more than likely your thermostat.
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T#:12657
Part#: 12621710512
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This is the is the engine coolant temperature sensor that provides information to the instrument cluster temperature gauge. The insulator has a tan insulator.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1986-1991 E30 BMW 325e 325es 325i 325ic 325is 325ix M3
1991 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic
1986-1988 E28 BMW 528e
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T#:10784
Part#: 62110788115
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INSTRUMENTS ENGINE COOLANT TEMP SENSOR 62110788115
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Part#: 62111268355
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Part#: 028 280 0004
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This Meyle-Original replacement thermostat is a direct-fit solution designed to maintain a rock-solid, factory-correct 80°C operating temperature.

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Part#: 11539055588
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Stop your overheating problem.