Most engine hardware including head studs, VANOS bolts, and exhaust studs can only be used once. While most of the accessory bolts and miscellaneous hardware can be re-used it is often handy to have a spare bolt or bracket just in case one breaks. Any aluminum bolt, such as those found in the N52 engine MUST be replaced no matter the age or visual condition.
The VAC Motorsports ARP Head Stud Kit was put together by VAC and ARP’s finest engineers. This is a completely custom kit designed specifically for the almighty N54. *High Boost (25+ psi application) option features: (14) 11mm ARP Head Studs (14) ARP Washers for 11mm Studs (14) ARP Nuts for 11mm Studs Install Tips: MUST drill and tap the (4) 9mm holes in the engine block to make them 11mm holes. This way all the engine block holes are 11mm, and fit ALL (14) 11mm Studs. Torque Specs: All studs torque down through 3-equal steps to 95 ft lbs ***This is NOT the Chrysler and Volvo stud kits! VAC Motorsports and ARP engineers designed and assembled this kit with high grade material, specifically so standard street-use or high-boost N54 owners have a PROPER kit that does not fail over time, such as the retro-fit Chrysler and Volvo head stud kits. ARP is the world leader in fastener technology. Makers of the finest fasteners in the market, especially for BMW engines, ARP is the brand you can count on when you want the highest reliability possible. If you are looking for high performance from your BMW engine, then ARP Head Stud Kits are a must. All kits come complete with hardened parallel-ground washers and aerospace-quality nuts.
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These billet CNC replacement aluminum oil thermostat lids and caps are an excellent way to add some color and style to your N54 N55 S55 engine bay. Anodized black, red or blue. Easy to install and made in the USA. Can be used with or without the BMS Sport Oil Cooler Valve.
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It's no secret that BMW turbo motors can suffer from oil control problems causing oil to blow through and coat the intercooler and charge piping, gunking up intake valves and the VANOS system, lowering the effective octane, and generally degrading engine performance. The higher your boost levels the more apparent these problems become. The solution to this problem has finally arrived. The BMS oil catch can. While there are other catch cans on the market they all fall short in various areas. Some are mounted on the hot/turbo side of the motor preventing proper vapor condensation. Others utilize hoses that are too small and runs that are too long to allow proper PCV ventilation causing internal motor/ring sealing issues. Some have insufficient or no internal baffle system while others have internal baffles systems that are too restrictive. Some even bypass the PCV system all together venting crankcase gas and odor to the atmosphere. Most are simply repackaged oil catch cans from smaller / lower power motors shoehorned into place in the turbo BMW engine bay. To solve these problems BMS designed their oil catch can kit from the ground up specifically for the turbo BMW application. It features 100% CNC machining with zero welding for a precision fit and long life. The can itself is guaranteed for the life of the vehicle. The hoses exceed the OEM PCV piping in diameter and that flow rate is maintained throughout the entire oil catch can ensuring no excessive crankcase pressure buildup. The BMS OCC retains the factory fully closed loop PCV operation preventing any PCV vapor from leaking to the atmosphere. The mounting locations are selected to minimize the line length, allow more efficient operation, and retain a stealth look. Install takes around 20 minutes, includes all required hardware, and is 100% reversible. Simply unscrew the base of the can or use the drain plug to safely dispose of captured oil with the rest of your used motor oil during oil changes. Made in USA. FEATURES AND BENEFITS Increases Air Intake Efficiency Promotes Engine Longevity Non-Clogging Air/Oil Separation Double Baffle Large 16mm+ inlet and outlet exceeds OEM PCV sizing Free Flow Solid No Restriction Design Retains factory fully closed loop PCV operation Large Intake/Outlet No Tapering Down Stealth Mounting on Cool Side of the Motor Anodized Black Aluminum N54 Model Mounts Out of Sight Under the Cowl Made in USA & Guaranteed for Life Non-Clogging, No Service Needed Air/Oil Separation Double Baffle High flow to eliminate crankcase pressure caused by more restrictive designs Precision CNC Machined from Solid Blocks of High Grade Aluminum DIMENSIONS Can dimensions with lid: 4.4" (111mm) Tall Can Diameter: 2.7" (68.5mm) Lid Length: Back to nozzle end: 4" (101mm) Nozzle Outer Diameter: .75" (19.2mm) Nozzle Inner Diameter: 0.669" (17mm) Can Capacity: 2.5 oz (74 ml)
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