Valve Cover for BMW 3 Series E46 (1999-2005)

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The valve cover is responsible for sealing the internal workings of the engines' top end. Most vehicles require a replacement gasket at some point or another and newer models have plastic valve covers that get brittle and crack with age.

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Turner Motorsport Polished Valve Cover Cap Nut (11121738607) - Priced...
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Over time, the factory valve cover hardware on M50, M50TU, M52, M52TU, M54, S50 (US), and S52 engines is subjected to continuous heat cycling, oil vapor, and moisture, causing original cap nuts to oxidize, corrode, or thread-strip during routine maintenance. Our Polished Valve Cover Cap Nut serves as a direct replacement designed to address these common failure points while improving upon overall engine bay aesthetics.

Because maintaining precise gasket compression is critical to preventing oil leaks, these cap nuts and washers are machined directly to OE-style dimensions. This exact fitment allows for direct compatibility with original and replacement valve cover studs (see T#55317643) and ensures the hardware can be torqued precisely to OEM specifications without guesswork. Manufactured to grade 8.8 structural strength standards, the hardware maintains the necessary clamp force required under normal and high-performance engine operating conditions.

To resist corrosion, both the cap nut and washer undergo an electroless nickel plating process during production. Unlike standard zinc coatings that dull or rust over time, electroless nickel provides a uniform layer of corrosion resistance that withstands long-term chemical exposure and extreme temperature swings while giving the hardware a polished, high-end appearance. Each cap nut assembly includes an OE rubber washer seal, ensuring a tight, leak-free barrier that prevents oil from escaping through the mounting studs.

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This M7/6x29.5 threaded stud is used for securing the valve cover to the cylinder head on all M50, M50TU, M52, M52TU, M54, S50 (US), and S52 engines. Despite this crucial role in engine sealing and construction, BMW decided to discontinue this vital factory part in 2023. Recognizing the gap left by the discontinued factory hardware, our team of BMW enthusiasts reverse-engineered the original part—improving its materials and finish to bring a higher-quality, long-lasting solution to the market. Manufactured from high-strength Grade 8.8 steel and finished with a protective zinc coating, this upgraded stud delivers exceptional durability, reliable torque retention, and exceptional corrosion resistance under the hood.
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Aluminum Valve Cover - M52 M54
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Tired of dealing with plastic valve covers that crank and split, causing frustrating oil leaks? This upgraded aluminum valve cover is the perfect solution!

E46 M54 - Aluminum Valve Cover
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Replace your factory plastic valve cover with this durable aluminum replacement from Bremmen Parts!

Bremmen Cylinder Head Valve Cover - E39 E46 E53 Z3 (M52 M54) ...
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OEM quality replacement valve cover and gasket for a damaged or cracked valve cover.
Valve Cover Seal, Washer & Grommet Set - for S54
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Valve Cover Seal Washer. Seals the valve cover bolt to the cam cover. Not required when changing valve cover gasket but good to have as spares. They often get hard and shrink over time, leading to an oil leak or vacuum leak. We sell this as a complete set of 15 grommets with both part numbers included (11127830972 and 11121437395). Individual seals available separately (see below).

This item fits the following BMWs:
2001-2006 E46 BMW M3
2001-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 M Roadster M Coupe
2006-2008 E85 BMW Z4 M Roadster M Coupe
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Aluminum Valve Cover
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Bremmen Valve Cover Grommet Seal - BMW M50 M52 S50 S52 M54 S54 M60 M...
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Seals the valve cover where the bolts go through the valve cover to mount to the block.

Ultimate Valve Cover Gasket Kit - With Hardware
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This all-inclusive Valve Cover Service Kit eliminates the guesswork by combining complete factory-spec sealing with show-quality Turner Motorsport hardware.

Ultimate Valve Cover Gasket Kit - With Hardware
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This all-inclusive Valve Cover Service Kit eliminates the guesswork by combining complete factory-spec sealing with show-quality Turner Motorsport hardware.
Bremmen Valve Cover SEcuring Nut - BMW M50 M52 S50 S52 M54
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Ever lose one of these or round one off while working on your car? This is the nut used to hold the valve cover to the cylinder head. These usually need to be replaced after being removed more than once, as the rubber grommet will crush.. Sold Individually.
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Valve Cover Gasket Set
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