Camshafts for BMW 5 Series E39 (1996-2003)

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The camshafts are responsible for opening and closing the valves in time with the movement of the pistons. Sometimes the lobes can become worn or scored, necessitating a replacement of the entire shaft. Performance options are also available with more aggressive cam profiles that allow increased lift and duration.

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Race German Single Vanos Rebuild - Deluxe Kit W/Modified Socket ...
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T#:6843927
Part#: RGSVNSDK-MS
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Race German has devoted themselves to providing quality products for late model BMWs that cover both street and track applications. Race German has now grown their catalog to a wide variety of models and products geared towards keeping your car looking and running nice. BMW introduced VANOS in the early 90s, and it added variable valve timing to the straight six engines. Over time the VANOS unit wears out which can cause error codes or VANOS rattle. Race German has sourced quality replacement parts in an easy kit. Seal Kit: 1 PTFE Teflon Ring Seal 1 FKM (Viton) O Ring Seal 2 Copper Oil Pipe Washers Anti Rattle Bushing Set (1 Bushing + 2 Bearings) OEM Vanos Sealing Gasket *Note: a modified 18mm socket is needed to disassemble the VANOS unit. We are now offering this socket at a small charge. If you have a 1993 model single VANOS car, the 18mm socket will not work. You will need a modified 17mm socket. This kit includes the modified sockets.
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Race German Single Vanos Rebuild - Seal And Rattle Kit W/Modified Soc...
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T#:6843925
Part#: RGSVNSSRK-MS
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Race German has devoted themselves to providing quality products for late model BMWs that cover both street and track applications. Race German has now grown their catalog to a wide variety of models and products geared towards keeping your car looking and running nice. BMW introduced VANOS in the early 90s, and it added variable valve timing to the straight six engines. Over time the VANOS unit wears out which can cause error codes or VANOS rattle. Race German has sourced quality replacement parts in an easy kit. Seal Kit: 1 PTFE Teflon Ring Seal 1 FKM (Viton) O Ring Seal 2 Copper Oil Pipe Washers Anti Rattle Bushing Set (1 Bushing + 2 Bearings) *Note: a modified 18mm socket is needed to disassemble the VANOS unit. We are now offering this socket at a small charge. If you have a 1993 model single VANOS car, the 18mm socket will not work. You will need a modified 17mm socket. This kit includes the modified sockets.
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Race German Single Vanos Rebuild - Deluxe Kit
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T#:6843926
Part#: RGSVNSDK
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Race German has devoted themselves to providing quality products for late model BMWs that cover both street and track applications. Race German has now grown their catalog to a wide variety of models and products geared towards keeping your car looking and running nice. BMW introduced VANOS in the early 90s, and it added variable valve timing to the straight six engines. Over time the VANOS unit wears out which can cause error codes or VANOS rattle. Race German has sourced quality replacement parts in an easy kit. Seal Kit: 1 PTFE Teflon Ring Seal 1 FKM (Viton) O Ring Seal 2 Copper Oil Pipe Washers Anti Rattle Bushing Set (1 Bushing + 2 Bearings) OEM Vanos Sealing Gasket *Note: a modified 18mm socket is needed to disassemble the VANOS unit. We are now offering this socket at a small charge. If you have a 1993 model single VANOS car, the 18mm socket will not work. You will need a modified 17mm socket. This kit does not include the modified sockets.
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Race German Single Vanos Rebuild - Seal Kit W/Modified Socket ...
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T#:6843923
Part#: RGSVNSSK-MS
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Race German has devoted themselves to providing quality products for late model BMWs that cover both street and track applications. Race German has now grown their catalog to a wide variety of models and products geared towards keeping your car looking and running nice. BMW introduced VANOS in the early 90s, and it added variable valve timing to the straight six engines. Over time the VANOS unit wears out which can cause error codes or VANOS rattle. Race German has sourced quality replacement parts in an easy kit. Seal Kit: 1 PTFE Teflon Ring Seal 1 FKM (Viton) O Ring Seal 2 Copper Oil Pipe Washers *Note: a modified 18mm socket is needed to disassemble the VANOS unit. We are now offering this socket at a small charge. If you have a 1993 model single VANOS car, the 18mm socket will not work. You will need a modified 17mm socket. This kit includes the modified sockets.
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Race German Single Vanos Rebuild - Seal And Rattle Kit
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T#:6843924
Part#: RGSVNSSRK
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Race German has devoted themselves to providing quality products for late model BMWs that cover both street and track applications. Race German has now grown their catalog to a wide variety of models and products geared towards keeping your car looking and running nice. BMW introduced VANOS in the early 90s, and it added variable valve timing to the straight six engines. Over time the VANOS unit wears out which can cause error codes or VANOS rattle. Race German has sourced quality replacement parts in an easy kit. Seal Kit: 1 PTFE Teflon Ring Seal 1 FKM (Viton) O Ring Seal 2 Copper Oil Pipe Washers Anti Rattle Bushing Set (1 Bushing + 2 Bearings) *Note: a modified 18mm socket is needed to disassemble the VANOS unit. We are now offering this socket at a small charge. If you have a 1993 model single VANOS car, the 18mm socket will not work. You will need a modified 17mm socket. This kit does not include the modified sockets.
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Race German Single Vanos Rebuild - Seal Kit
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T#:6843922
Part#: RGSVNSSK
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Race German has devoted themselves to providing quality products for late model BMWs that cover both street and track applications. Race German has now grown their catalog to a wide variety of models and products geared towards keeping your car looking and running nice. BMW introduced VANOS in the early 90s, and it added variable valve timing to the straight six engines. Over time the VANOS unit wears out which can cause error codes or VANOS rattle. Race German has sourced quality replacement parts in an easy kit. Seal Kit: 1 PTFE Teflon Ring Seal 1 FKM (Viton) O Ring Seal 2 Copper Oil Pipe Washers *Note: a modified 18mm socket is needed to disassemble the VANOS unit. We are now offering this socket at a small charge. If you have a 1993 model single VANOS car, the 18mm socket will not work. You will need a modified 17mm socket. This kit does not include the modified sockets.
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Schrick Exhaust Camshaft
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T#:349689
Part#: 0261A1561-DV0
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Schrick exhaust camshaft
Schrick Camshaft Set - E36 M3, MZ3, M52 inc 2.8 1995-99 - 256/264 ...
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T#:3859
Part#: TMS3859
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For the US E36 M3. Schrick 264/256 degree camshafts boost mid-high end power for that extra motivation at higher rpm. Low-end torque is not seriously affected due to the M50/M52s VAN0S System. And, higher profile cams work extremely well with an upgraded intake and exhaust. When upgrading the cams there are other areas you must take into consideration. Higher-flow fuel injectors, larger mass-air sensor, and custom programming are strongly recommended. Turner Motorsport sells complete intake & cam packages that boost power to over 290hp. See the Engine section under Camshafts for more info.

 

Cam Specs:
Intake - 264 degree, 11.2mm lift
Exhaust - 256 degree, 10.6mm lift

Schrick Technical Information / Specs

This item fits the following BMWs:
1993-1998 E36 BMW 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1993-1995 E34 BMW 525i
1997-1998 Z3 BMW Z3 2.8
1998-1999 Z3 BMW M Roadster M Coupe

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Schrick Camshaft Set - E36 M3-spec - 252/244 Degree
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T#:21521
Part#: TMS21521
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These Schrick camshafts are the same specs as the stock US S50 cams -
Intake: 252 degree, 10.2mm lift
Exhaust: 244 degree, 9.5mm lift

With original S50/S52 cams in short supply, and a new set running over $2,000 from BMW, you can source new M3-spec cams from Schrick. These are the same specs as the US S50 engine and very close to the stock S52 cams. These make a great upgrade for M50 (325i, 525i) and M52 engines (328i, 528i) with the proper tuning. These bolt in just like the stock and M3 cams with no special hardware upgrades required - use your stock valve springs, lifters, etc. But for reliability we recommend replacing the lifters, valve springs, and retainers with new stock parts on high mileage engines.

Full cam specs: Schrick Technical Information / Specs

This item fits the following BMWs:
1993-1999 E36 BMW 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1993-1995 E34 BMW 525i
1997-1998 E39 BMW 528i
1997-1998 Z3 BMW Z3 2.8
1998-1999 Z3 BMW M Roadster M Coupe
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BMW S52/M52 6 Cyl. 256-Degree - Exhaust Camshaft
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T#:637317
Part#: 0261A1561-02
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Schrick has been dedicated to engine performance through the development of only the highest-quality camshafts for more than 40 years. They've created a bond with BMW enthusiasts nearly the entire time, offering options for both the street and track using top materials for strength and accuracy. Schrick has grown into a technology center offering one of the most advanced locations for engine testing and manufacturing. These are the same cams used by many high-end German tuners who are achieving sizeable gains with the M52 and S52 engines. For the power-hungry, these cams are a great way to achieve a linear increase in horsepower from mid-range, up to redline. Duration Exhaust- 256 Duration Exhaust @ 1mm - 227 Exhaust Peak Timing - Cam Lobe Lift Exhaust - Valve Lift w/o Valve Clearance Exhaust - Valve Clearance Exhaust -
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BMW S52/M52 6 Cyl. 264-Degree - Intake Camshaft
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T#:300487
Part#: 261.E1.641-V2C
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Schrick has been dedicated to engine performance through the development of only the highest-quality camshafts for more than 40 years. They've created a bond with BMW enthusiasts nearly the entire time, offering options for both the street and track using top materials for strength and accuracy. Schrick has grown into a technology center offering one of the most advanced locations for engine testing and manufacturing. These are the same cams used by many high-end German tuners who are achieving sizeable gains with the S50 and S52 engines. For the power-hungry, these cams are a great way to achieve a linear increase in horsepower from mid-range, up to redline. Duration Intake - 264 Duration Intake @ 1mm - 227 Intake Peak Timing - Cam Lobe Lift Intake - Valve Lift w/o Valve Clearance Intake - Valve Clearance Intake -
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Schrick Camshaft Set - E46 330, 530, X5 3.0, Z3 3.0 - 272/256 ...
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T#:200185
Part#: TMS200185
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As Used on Project E46 330
Schrick  272   degree (10.9mm lift) intake and  256   degree (10.4mm lift) exhaust cams provide a power boost at mid-high RPM range without software changes. We also recommend purchasing  Supertech High Performance Valve Springs   Call us for details. Professional installation required for all Shrick Camshafts.

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Schrick Camshaft Set - E39 M5, Z8. 268 degree, 11.3mm lift intake and...
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T#:1018
Part#: 0409A1681-L0SET
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High-performance cams for the S62 V8 in the E39 M5 and Z8 Roadster. These cams are designed to boost output at higher RPM while keeping low-RPM torque losses to a minimum. This is a set of 4 cams.

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BMW M5 Z8 S62 Solid Lifter Bucket - Priced Each
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T#:386362
Part#: 086313029
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BMW M5 Z8 S62 Solid Lifter Bucket - Priced Each is the ideal upgrade for enthusiasts looking to push the performance limits of their BMW M5 or Z8 with the S62 engine. Hydraulic lifters, while effective at reducing noise and maintenance, can become a bottleneck at higher RPMs due to their reliance on oil, which can slow movement and increase stored weight. By upgrading to solid lifter buckets from Turner Motorsport, you can achieve higher revs and unlock more power from your engine without the drawbacks associated with hydraulic lifters. This upgrade is crucial for those seeking peak performance and reliability.

  • Enhanced Performance: Allows for higher revs by eliminating the limitations of hydraulic lifters.
  • Improved Durability: Solid design reduces the risk of failure at high RPMs.
  • Precision Engineering: Turner Motorsport quality ensures a perfect fit for BMW M5 and Z8 S62 engines.
  • Optimal Power: Maximize your engine's potential with this essential upgrade.
  • Priced Per Unit: Allows for customized upgrades based on your specific needs.
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