Author Topic: Lifter Replacement (Read 2501 times)

sporkfan · « **on:** March 10, 2010, 07:40:47 AM »

I've tried Seafoam, Lucas Valve Treatment and I've currently got Marvel in the sump, but my valve tick isn't going away.

Do I need to get the BMW tool to compress the valves or is there a different way to unbolt the cams from the head to get at the lifters. Any advice would be appreciated.

dinu.negrean · « **Reply #1 on:** March 10, 2010, 09:27:33 AM »

Of course the bmw tool is the best option. If you can't have it, you have another tool: patience. You must unbolt the cams by turning each bolt 1/4 turn on time with patience and a lot of care. They can EASILY break.

sporkfan · « **Reply #2 on:** March 10, 2010, 09:42:04 AM »

Is there a pattern to the 1/4 turn method?

dude8383 · « **Reply #3 on:** March 10, 2010, 10:41:18 AM »

I'd get the manual and work in reverse of tightening sequence.

http://r3vlimited.com/board/showpost.php?p=1905331&postcount=32

http://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/techarticles/E36-Camshaft-Removal/E36-camshaft-removal.htm

flyinglizard · « **Reply #4 on:** March 10, 2010, 09:18:20 PM »

Start torquing around the depressed lifters. The rear lobes are down at TDC. Work from there, keeping even depression and threads showing on the studs. . Moving around as you go. MM