Article by: Paul Axford Applies to: All models with the M30 big six engine (this article was written with a 730i). Note: some variations exist with early renditions installed in e9 and e12 models. The photo below indicates where some of these sensors are located. a) Cleaning the high-tension ignition […]

Article by: Winston Fong Article applies to: All models with the M30 engine. Unbolt the oil filter lid. Editor’s Note: The early M30 engines had a different oil filter canister than what is shown here. Location of M20 filter canister is different from the M30 as well (located near the […]

Article by: Winston Fong Article applies to: all models with the M30 engine. Start by removing under panel from underneath the car and below radiator which is attached to body by four plastic nuts (looks like plastic skid plate). Once the panel is removed you can drain the radiator by […]

Article by: Author unknown Article applies to: all BMWs. I decided now would be the perfect time for everyone to learn how to properly read a Turbo Compressor map, and how to choose a proper turbo for your vehicle. Here we will show a compressor map for reference:   First […]

Article by: IceHaus Dave Applies to: All models with the M30 engine. Yesterday I was working with a good friend to get his Dad’s 5er in shape. One of the required maintenance items was a valve adjustment. So, I removed the valve cover and surprise! The oil sprayer bar was […]

Article by: Michael Oswald Article applies to: all BMW models with the low impedance Bosch injectors. Problem: After installing a Perfect Power SMT-6 piggyback computer, I wanted to install new / used Bosch 24# blue top injectors. The SMT-6 has already been set up for these injectors. So, I went […]