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DISCUSSION => Engine + Driveline => Topic started by: m42b18portugal on October 06, 2021, 05:08:11 PM

Title: M42/ M44 Timing assembly issues
Post by: m42b18portugal on October 06, 2021, 05:08:11 PM

Hello Guys,

I am having a issue assembling the chain tensioner on my M42 93'

Since the M42 chain tensioner is not available anymore i bought the one for the M44 PN 11311743262 with the Bush Bolt and washer.

Everything fits ok except when i close the timing case and it hits the bolt head.

Anyone has any tips on how to solve my issue?

Thanks you

Title: Re: M42/ M44 Timing assembly issues
Post by: bmwman91 on October 06, 2021, 06:39:25 PM

The M42 and M44 timing cases are different in a few ways, although I am not familiar with all of the differences. It might also be that the mounting point for the tension rail differs such that it sticks out further.