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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Athena Cut Ring Head Gasket - 84.5mm - BMW M50 M52 (84mm Bore) ...

T#:26171655

Part#: ATH-HG-CR-M50-84

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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

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T#:15744038

Part#: 833004937430-KT

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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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OEM INA Hydraulic Lifter - BMW M5X S5X M62 S62

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T#:360996

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

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Athena Cut Ring Head Gasket - 84.5mm - BMW M50 M52 (84mm Bore) ...

S54 Valve Adjustment Kit

OEM INA Hydraulic Lifter - BMW M5X S5X M62 S62

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