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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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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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 - With gaskets
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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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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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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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S54 Valve Adjustment Kit - E46 M3, Z3M, Z4M
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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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Complete Cylinder Head Replacement Kit - BMW M52TU M54
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Part#: 11127514540KT
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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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