Cylinder Head for BMW 3 Series E46 (1999-2005)

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BMW makes their cylinder heads from aluminum. While this is beneficial for many reason, they do not react well to overheating. Especially prevalent on older BMW engines, and over-temp situation has been known to cause the head to warp. Turner Motorsport carries Genuine BMW replacement heads and parts to make your next rebuild a success.

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Schwaben VANOS Solenoid Socket - M52 M54 M62
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When servicing your vehicle's VANOS system, get the job done easier with this socket specifically designed for the removal of the VANOS solenoid.

Features:

  • 85mm from end to end
  • 1/2" drive 
  • 32mm with a depth of 70mm.
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S54 Valve Adjustment Shim Set - With Tools
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Proper valve lash adjustment is critical for longevity and performance. If your S54 is due for valve adjustment maintenance you can do it yourself with this kit, saving hundreds of dollars in labor charges. 

Includes

  • Shim set 
  • Installation tool #83300493743
  • 16 Blade Feeler gauge set 

BMW recommends S54 valve inspection and adjustment every 30k miles.

*Click here for valve adjustment instructions*

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S54 Valve Adjustment Kit - With gaskets
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T#:582218
Part#: 83300493743
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BMW recommends valve adjustments every 30k miles on your S54-equipped BMW. We have all the parts you will need to do the job in one discounted package for your BMW E46 M3, Z3, or Z4! Kit includes: 11127832034 x 1 - Valve Cover Gasket 11127831271 x 6 - Spark Plug Hole Gasket 11121437395 x 2 - Valve Cover Seal Washer Grommet 11127830972 x 13 - Valve Cover Nut Grommet VSK4 Wiseco x 1 - Valve Shim Set 83300493743 x 1 - Valve Shim Tool *Click here for valve adjustment instructions* This item fits the following BMWs: 2001-2006 E46 BMW M3, M3 Convertible2001-2002 Z3 BMW M Roadster M Coupe2006-2008 Z4 BMW Z4 M Roadster M Coupe
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Upgrade your BMW engine's performance with the Athena Cut Ring Head Gasket. This gasket replaces BMW part # 11121726619 and 11121726617 and is specifically designed for M50 & M52 iron block inline 6-cylinder engines found in E34/E36 chassis. Standard OEM & MLS gaskets can only handle a certain amount of cylinder pressure before they start to leak, making the Athena Cut Ring Head Gasket the recommended choice for applications making 16+ psi. A compression leak passing the head gasket can cause a range of issues, including engine overheating, loss of power, misfires, and in severe cases, catastrophic engine failure. Athena's gasket is crafted with premium quality reinforced M0115, an asbestos-free material that's original equipment approved and renowned for its superior quality. The AISI 304 stainless steel Cooper Rings bite into the aluminum head, providing maximum sealing capabilities around the cylinder bore and optimizing engine performance, even on engines with nitrous and/or turbo applications that exceed 2-bar boost. Before installation, it is crucial to have the mating surfaces of the cylinder head and block professionally cleaned and resurfaced to ensure they are completely flat. Please be aware that the gasket should have a size that is 0.5mm to 1mm larger than the piston. For example, if the piston measures 84mm, then the gasket should be the next size up, either 84.5mm or 85mm. Installation instructions: Make sure that the engine block and cylinder head surfaces are clean, flat, and free from any debris, oil, or coolant. Install the Cut Ring gasket on the engine block and ensure that it is properly aligned. Avoid twisting or bending the gasket during installation. Place the cylinder head on top of the gasket and install the head bolts or studs in their correct positions. Follow the manufacturer's recommended torque specifications and tighten the bolts or studs in the proper sequence to ensure even clamping force across the gasket. After the initial tightening, re-torque the head bolts or studs after the engine has been started and then allowed to cool to room temperature. This will ensure that the gasket is properly seated and compressed. It is recommended to not use any additional sealant on the MLS gasket, as it is already coated with a Viton rubber sealant. Using additional sealant can hinder the performance of the gasket.
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S54 Valve Adjustment Kit w/ Wiseco Shims - E46 M3, Z3M, Z4M
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Part#: S54WVALVESHIMKT
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S54 Valve Adjustment Kit
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Proper valve lash adjustment is critical for longevity and performance. If your S54 is due for valve adjustment maintenance you can do it yourself with this kit, saving hundreds of dollars in labor charges. Use the proper tools! Includes Wiseco Valve Shim set Schwaben Installation tool #83300493743 BMW recommends S54 valve inspection and adjustment every 30k miles.
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S54 Valve Adjustment Kit - E46 M3, Z3M, Z4M
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T#:401675
Part#: S54VADJKT1
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BMW recommends valve adjustment every 30,000 miles on the S54 engine.This valve adjustment kit includes every thing needed to to a proper valve adjustment on the S54 engine. 

Kit includes

  • Wiseco valve shims
  • Elring valve cover gasket set
  • BMW Valve shim Installation tool
  • Valve shim feeler gauge set 
  • Castrol TWS Edge Professional Engine Oil - 6 Quarts
  • Mann Oil Filter Kit
  • Oil pan drain plug 

Please note the the included feeler gauge set allows you to stack feeler blades to get a more precise adjustment 

*Click here for valve adjustment instructions*

This item fits the following BMWs: 
2001-2006 E46 BMW M3, M3 Convertible 
2001-2002 Z3 BMW M Roadster M Coupe 
2006-2008 Z4 BMW Z4 M Roadster M Coupe 

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T#:383390
Part#: 11127514540-3
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Complete cylinder head with guides, seats, valves, springs, and all neccesary hardware for installation

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CYLINDER HEAD WITH BEARING L 11127514540 Manufactured by AMC New


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Complete cylinder head with guides, seats, valves, & springs
Complete Cylinder Head Replacement Kit - BMW M52TU M54
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When duty calls and its time to replace or refresh your cylinder head, you'll need quite a few components. Look no further because we've collected all those parts into one kit including notable items like 7 liters of BMW oil, 1 gallon of coolant, all seals and gaskets needed and required hardware all available in one kit at the push of a button!
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Febi Cylinder Head Bolt Kit - E36, E39, E46, Z3
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T#:363745
Part#: 11121721938
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Set of 14 stretch bolts for installing cylinder head


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Part#: 086311700KT
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One major hurdle for a track-only car is the limitation of the hydraulic valve lifters in the M50, S50-US, M52, S52-US, M52TU, and M54 engines. These effectively limit your revs to 7200-7300 RPM as the valves 'float' at higher revs, leading to piston-valve contact. By converting to a machined solid lifter, and upgrading other areas of the engine, you can configure the valve train to withstand high RPM running. Not only can you tune for more power, you can help prevent damage during a mild mechanical over-rev.

This kit includes the mechanical spacers to convert hydraulic lifter tappets to solid lifters. The lifter bucket remains in place with the Schrick solid tappet replacing the original. These work on all M50, M52, S50, S52 and M54 engines and were proven in normally aspirated as well as supercharged engines. A custom camshaft is required.

Professional installation and setup is mandatory as these require complete assembly of the head, checking valve lash, then dis-assembly and machining of the Schrick tappet to spec. This kit includes enough spacers for 24 valves. We also carry individual parts, if you are looking for single pieces. This price is for a full set of 24.
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OEM INA Hydraulic Lifter - BMW M5X S5X M62 S62
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Part#: 11321748884
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Stock replacement hydraulic valve lifter for the M52, M54 and S50 S52 engines. These lifter buckets can last 150,000+ miles but then they no longer fit on the valve stem correctly and a ticking or knocking noise can result. If the lifter is no longer seated correctly, it can lead to the valve not opening correctly. Replacement is straight-forward but requires special tools for working with the camshafts. This item fits the following BMWs:
1995-1998 E36 BMW 323is 323ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1997-2003 E39 BMW 525i 528i 530i M5
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi
2004-2005 E60 BMW 525i 530i
2004-2005 E83 BMW X3 2.5i X3 3.0i
2000-2006 E53 BMW X5 3.0i
1996-2002 E36/7 BMW Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i
1998-2000 E36/7 BMW M Roadster M Coupe
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Febi Cylinder Head Bolt Set - E39, E46, E53
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T#:363746
Part#: 11121740065
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Includes all head bolts in one cylinder head