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by andy_bmw_1965
Fri May 22, 2026 11:04 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Keeping an M57 engine in good working order: what fuel is best?
Replies: 4
Views: 172

Re: Keeping an M57 engine in good working order: what fuel is best?

It is necessary to service the automatic transmission and make further oil and filter replacements.
For a long time now, I've been using millers ecomax diesel treatment, but I also use whatever fuel is available at the local grocery.
by andy_bmw_1965
Mon May 11, 2026 8:02 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: A night of thunder and fingerprints
Replies: 6
Views: 138

Re: A night of thunder and fingerprints

I may try this out next weekend, depending on the weather. I am grateful.
by andy_bmw_1965
Mon May 11, 2026 7:59 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: A night of thunder and fingerprints
Replies: 6
Views: 138

A night of thunder and fingerprints

Salutations, everyone. To the lucky folks whose vehicles are adorned with the breathtaking thundernight purple, I have a question. Paint clings to surfaces like a magnet. They're on the doors, the gas cap, the trunk lid, and I'm attempting to be careful about which parts of the bodywork I touch. Is ...
by andy_bmw_1965
Thu Apr 16, 2026 4:06 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Minimal illumination of the coolant
Replies: 6
Views: 56

Re: Minimal illumination of the coolant

Is it possible for you to recognise this schematic component?
by andy_bmw_1965
Thu Apr 16, 2026 4:05 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Minimal illumination of the coolant
Replies: 6
Views: 56

Re: Minimal illumination of the coolant

It appears like a leak is occurring nearby. Can I just buy a new one?
by andy_bmw_1965
Thu Apr 16, 2026 4:04 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Minimal illumination of the coolant
Replies: 6
Views: 56

Re: Minimal illumination of the coolant

There is no white smoke, and I have also tested the oil for emulsion.
by andy_bmw_1965
Thu Apr 16, 2026 4:04 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Minimal illumination of the coolant
Replies: 6
Views: 56

Minimal illumination of the coolant

After filling up, I still lose around half a litre of water after a forty-mile trip, and the low coolant indicator has been on for the past several trips. It appears that there are a few drips on the tray near the radiator, but they do not indicate a leak. Is the water pump about to give out?
by andy_bmw_1965
Mon Mar 23, 2026 9:47 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Need a new timing chain for my BMW N57—can I pay for it in installments?
Replies: 4
Views: 62

Re: Need a new timing chain for my BMW N57—can I pay for it in installments?

Do not currently have any quotations. While on the weekend, I filled out a plethora of contact forms and am planning to call my regular mechanic this week. Price ranges of £1,000 to £1,500 have been seen.
by andy_bmw_1965
Mon Mar 23, 2026 9:46 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Need a new timing chain for my BMW N57—can I pay for it in installments?
Replies: 4
Views: 62

Need a new timing chain for my BMW N57—can I pay for it in installments?

Greetings everyone,

There has been some rattling from my N57 timing chain, therefore I have been searching for a location to acquire a new one. Is there a mechanic, garage, or expert in your area that would be willing to work with me on a monthly payment plan? You don't need one of those 12-month ...