If you're specializing in BMW's maybe it's an opportunity to show the complete process of changing the timing chain on a B47 and other BMW diesels. That way you can show all the problems that can occur. Keep uploading content on a regular base and your channel will exponentially grow throughout the years.
Hi, thank you, I appreciate your comments! I wanted to keep this video shorter, since I already have 3 detailed videos uploaded explaining bmw/mini timing chain replacement - feel free to check these out on my channel. Since you’re not the first person to mention, I will try to make my next one more detailed.
@@W15Garage I watched it and it is indeed detailed. I am a DIY mechanic and from my experience it's important to have a lot of tools and experience to cope with problems. It's about the passion and less about saving the money for me. If I was a RUclipsr I would also post short videos about small problems one can experience and the unique or best way to solve it. People want content and as a car guy I always find it interesting to see someone working on their cars.
@@W15GarageAwesome 👌 Super 🆒️ 👌 👏 First time here subscribed and liked 👍. Please make video tutorials 🙏 and show us how things get done properly. I'm not mechanic but love to see these new technologies and compare them to how things were made in my old days. Retired now but still like to see the new stuff as it's not that much different to my old school 🙃. I wish you the very best ✌❤☘
@@W15Garage Just wondering, how much would this cost to repair if the head is shot vs if there is no damage to the heads? Was travelling at roughly 40 when it went, but no banging or rattling, thought it may be the electrics or Vanos initially, however cannot manually advance or retard the crank, no start so pretty sure it's one or a number of tc's...Many thanks...
@@Godsadvoc8 Usually when timing chain fails there are no bangs, engine stops. If you have vanos ,I gather you’re car is a petrol? Scan the car for camshaft cranckshaft corelation codes.
my mechanic took out the whole engine out of my car and you here did everything while still attached impressive - from my perspective engine still attached means less risk to damaging more components
Thanks for watching! There are pros and cons, but I prefer doing the job with engine in its place (coolant, ac compressor, wiring) Others prefer the opposite😊 All the best
working under a ton of suspended crap is not risky at all, right? lets spend few hours under it. job is much more easier on a engine stand, the time it takes to take the oil pan off with the engine on the car its the same with taking the engine out, and you get no headache.
Yes, you did not have to take the engine out or crawl under the car with jack stands, major improvement. I would argue that it would have been better to add the whole process (maybe not tightening every bolt) but I am interested in how you do the timing of the timing chain. Did you use the pin tool at the bottom and the bracket on the top? Did you align the fuel sprocket to the mark on the left? These kinds of things would have been great to see and confirm my experience as well. Thanks for the videos and looking forward to the next.
Thanks! Yes I’ve used the locking tools, fuel pump sprocket was on timing, the car started up right away. Since I’ve recorded a detailed timing chain job, I wanted to keep this one short and compact. In the next video I will do it more detailed(new project is a hydro locked engine…I suspect)
W15 Garage, what happened with your N47 engine at 70MPH happened to me at 40 MPH with 97K on the clock, within 3 months of owning a BMW E92 320D M sport. I am glad i found your channel because more people should be like you (Honest), showing us how to better our understanding of issues not mentioned when purchasing second hand cars and how to resolve! as at least and option, when up against Garages who want to rip you off, based on them thinking about your lack of knowledge!
Thanks for your comment. In the near future I’m planning to make a video on this topic, how to prevent/take care of n47 n57 bmw engines. Although I’m not an engineer, I’ve seen a few n47 engine failures, fixed a good bunch of them, hopefully I can help out some people.
@@W15Garage You should do a course and become a lecturer at a college! You are that good (honestly), lots or perks being a teacher, the N47 engine has other issues, but seeing you do the Timing chain OMG (Wonderous) Bravo and i bet everyone would agree (this man can do anything)
Nice video! I'm learning more about fixing cars and your diagnostic and solution to this problem was really creative and efficient. Thank you for the video, sir. If only I had this knowledge about 5 years ago when my 116i chain snapped :D Instead I had to sell it for 700 euro. Now I have another one with an engine problem and this time I will fix it myself 💪
Thanks a lot!!! Appreciate your comment. I encourage you to do the job, If I can do it, you can do it! Patience research, dedication, and good results will come!
@@W15Garage Yes indeed :) The previous guy did a real number on the engine when he changed the timing chain 2 years ago. I count 5 stripped screw threads so far, including the 27 mm tensioner screw threads. I had to buy a special helicoil kit from China for that one. The Vanos adjuster bolts were overtightened and as a result the vanos adjuster unit metalcover thingy is totally bent. So I bought new adjusters too. And more stuff too. Will be fun to see what else I will find before this job is totally done haha.
.....Yes,your blessed hands which operate a engine like a surgeon. It's amazing,I'd like to do myself such a thing,but I just can watch you and enjoy with you the satisfaction of the good work. And yes,this work is not for everyone....!
if you know that you are going to have to take Glow plugs out and the engine is running then use REDX 1shot a couple of days before hand and that will get rid of all the carbon from the glow plugs and they will just come out although 1 shot is expensive but well worth it .thanks for the video
They have a pretty good lifespan if you ignore the BMW extended service interval; otherwise the oil is more like a grinding paste (especially with diesels) and no chain likes that.
@@justinmijnbuis Same as the Ford EcoBoost engines. I've replaced many engines with the wet belt in the last year because the belt deteriorated and blocks the oil strainer. And now the new Ford EcoBoosts have gone back to chains! 🤣🤣
I never understand why people don't take care of their cars, this hasn't had regular oil changes and the timing chain properly snapped due to this. Madness lol. How much did you pay for the car please if you dont mind me asking? Great video, enjoyed it 👍
Thanks for watching! Yes, this car was neglected, the amount of sludge built up on the camshafts was disgusting. Oil is relatively cheap nowadays, this engine takes 5.2 liters only, £12 oil filter…wouldn’t break the bank to anyone to change that oil at 6000-7000miles.
The N47 engine is renouned for timing chain snapping and swirl flap issues, its not about regular service intervals, its just a bad design that even BMW finally admitted it was. The M47 is the better stronger engine but slightly less powerful. Personally, if you are looking for a BMW stay well away from any that are powered by the N47 unit unless you know for sure the timing chain, tensioners and slippere have been swapped out.
You didn't include cost of new cylinder head as you already had one.This cost would be prohibitive for most people.Good video,getting the car back running.
Correct! It cost me £120 valves+lapping, and vacuum test at the end. Even this way it’s a reasonable price. Labour cost is a different story, luckily I sorted that out with a Mcdonalds meal😊 after the job was done.
@@W15Garage Before INA, I had installed FAI and it only lasted 5.000kms before start doing the cold start noise. When it reached the 20.000kms it was completely stretched. I got a really bad impression from the brand.
That’s not good! Lucky I didn’t have any problems so far, all our family and my friends cars run on FAI now, the oldest chain is about 2 years old now. A faulty tensioner, clogged oil passages can cause unwanted damages unfortunately.
Can you make a video of changing the chain on a n13 engine please and show each step and any issues when fixing an automatic one please. I have fixed one however it keeps going out of time afterwards and after being corrected several times
If the last fool happened to remove the head, then re-used the old bolts when refitting, it starts getting to be a lot more "fun" as they'll be so tight & tatty-headed, you'll struggle to get the bolts out. I mean really struggle.
Oh boy mine snapped while stationary after I changed the top chain tensioner, and I was reving the engine at 3000 rpm and boom... It was my own stupidity as I should have changed the whole chain kit, because it was rattling. Ahh now i need to take it apart and start the whole party, see what needs to be done... I hope for good results, wish me patience!
🤦♂️That’s not good, but worse case a head refurbish and a new chain kit will solve the problem, and a lot of patience as you’ve mentioned:) good luck!!
Since I own one of these vehicles and have already had a timing chain failure, I am aware of the dreadful design. It is easier to take the engine out. Generally, valves are undamaged so no head off.
Unfortunately In my case almost all valves got damaged, had no compression across 4 cylinders, there are cases and cases…in my case not even one lifter was damaged. Also if you have to remove the head, i prefer doing while the engine is on the car, head bolt takes some force to remove
Yes a good job done I've done a few my self and its nice to see people doing it them self's as the local garages start scratching there heads and coming up with thousands thousands pounds worth off work etc I think these engines start stop is to blame and to long oil services so i don't use it and change my oil at 8000 miles And BMW should be doing the work for free as it Is there mistake
Nice job. I am not a mechanic but enjoyed the video. My BMW 2010 7series (115K mileage) car is having some noise on cold start. I have been told it's the timing chain. Is it something that you can fix :)
Unfortunately it’s marketing…post 2007 bmw mercedes audi Vauxhall Fiat etc adapted this ugly strategy to make more money on parts. For some reason bmw has this bad reputation about timing chains, but other manufacturers suffer from this problem as well. Example mercedes om651 engine, Vauxhall mokka 1.6 engine, fiat panda 1.3 multijet, some audi v6 engines.
@@W15Garage like you said bad maintenance (oil changes) etc do not help. People try save money and not service. Maybe you can do video on these problems that its NOT just bmws its other cars too
@@mstar011 yes, I’ve seen loose/rattling timing chain at 97.000miles, when my x3 2.0d ORIGINAL chain at 156.000miles was still silent. This is proof that the oil interval recommended by BMW is not right! I personally change my oil at 7000miles ish, and always warm up the engine before I start pushing it harder.
Hi, thanks for watching. I would recommend original or iwis. FAI is a cheaper alternative , but the chain guides can become an issue after 45-60,000miles.
@@dewanhassan7320 thanks for watching! Guides are made from plastic. I would recommend OEM, or IWIS. IWIS is the manufacturer of the original timing chain, but it’s hard to find. Aftermarket kits can last but significantly weaker than oem, specifically the plastic guides
Yes, they all snap eventually if left unchanged. Oil change intervals can make a difference; I’ve seen high-mileage N47s, but they won’t last forever. Even if the chain would, the plastic chain guides will break.
It looked ugly that’s for sure, I talked to the guy who sold the car to me, due to his job he used to sleep in the car occasionally and left the engine idle for hours…I think that has to do with the sludge buildup. All 16 valves touched the pistons, as was mentioned in the video, I’ve used a different cylinder head, this one is still at the machine shop being fixed.
Cylinder head still at the machine shop, will find out next week, check out my short video about the damage on the valve, I ve done a home made valve test
I bought a brand new Citroen c4 spacetourer full extras and the timing belt snapped 2 and a half years later . With only 87000km on the clock . After arguing with the manufacturer for months I got a new engine under warranty. I sold it ( got rid of it ) 2 months later and I just bought a BMW 525d with the N47 engine. If properly maintained there is no issues and the timing chain gives you a warning tick tick on cold start so you know when to change it .
Where are you based and what do you charge (labour only) to do an N47 timing chain engine is still running so no head off job. Will supply all parts including new clutch and DMF.
i do not believe for a second that this car was doing 70MPH with the engine under considerable load when the chain snapped.. it is an interference engine anw with the RPM it would have been at the engine would have continued to rotate and be out of time and therfore smash the valves...
It’s repairable, cylinder head needs to be removed, damaged valves replaced. Camshafts and carrier may need replacement,but every case is different, you may have only bent valves. Don’t scrap the engine.
@@W15Garage thanks for the reply 👍iv spoke to about 5 different garages, eventually one of them said they specialise in fixing broken engines he’s confident he can fix it so fingers crossed 🤞
@@Shades11353 this engines are brilliant if maintained properly. Great fuel economy, and power BUT, oil oil oil. Oil services in time. Long oil change intervals destroy this engines. Timing chain needs to be done before they snap, but otherwise good engines.
I ve done it a few times, one occasion being a f25 x3 xdrive…not pleasant. This is the very first timing job on the new 2 post lift, I’ve just bought it
@@charliecoco2115 I keep hearing that for the last 6 years. Battery will outlast car (nissan leaf) .New generations of electric cars will make most mechanics unemployed!
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If you're specializing in BMW's maybe it's an opportunity to show the complete process of changing the timing chain on a B47 and other BMW diesels. That way you can show all the problems that can occur. Keep uploading content on a regular base and your channel will exponentially grow throughout the years.
Hi, thank you, I appreciate your comments! I wanted to keep this video shorter, since I already have 3 detailed videos uploaded explaining bmw/mini timing chain replacement - feel free to check these out on my channel. Since you’re not the first person to mention, I will try to make my next one more detailed.
@@W15Garage I watched it and it is indeed detailed. I am a DIY mechanic and from my experience it's important to have a lot of tools and experience to cope with problems. It's about the passion and less about saving the money for me. If I was a RUclipsr I would also post short videos about small problems one can experience and the unique or best way to solve it. People want content and as a car guy I always find it interesting to see someone working on their cars.
@@W15GarageAwesome 👌 Super 🆒️ 👌 👏
First time here subscribed and liked 👍.
Please make video tutorials 🙏 and show us how things get done properly. I'm not mechanic but love to see these new technologies and compare them to how things were made in my old days. Retired now but still like to see the new stuff as it's not that much different to my old school 🙃.
I wish you the very best ✌❤☘
@@W15Garage Just wondering, how much would this cost to repair if the head is shot vs if there is no damage to the heads? Was travelling at roughly 40 when it went, but no banging or rattling, thought it may be the electrics or Vanos initially, however cannot manually advance or retard the crank, no start so pretty sure it's one or a number of tc's...Many thanks...
@@Godsadvoc8 Usually when timing chain fails there are no bangs, engine stops. If you have vanos ,I gather you’re car is a petrol? Scan the car for camshaft cranckshaft corelation codes.
my mechanic took out the whole engine out of my car and you here did everything while still attached impressive - from my perspective engine still attached means less risk to damaging more components
Thanks for watching! There are pros and cons, but I prefer doing the job with engine in its place (coolant, ac compressor, wiring) Others prefer the opposite😊
All the best
working under a ton of suspended crap is not risky at all, right? lets spend few hours under it. job is much more easier on a engine stand, the time it takes to take the oil pan off with the engine on the car its the same with taking the engine out, and you get no headache.
@@MrGeorge707 never saw it this way to be fair .. i knew it was beoynd my knowledge and time and had to outsource stuff 😅
Yes, you did not have to take the engine out or crawl under the car with jack stands, major improvement. I would argue that it would have been better to add the whole process (maybe not tightening every bolt) but I am interested in how you do the timing of the timing chain. Did you use the pin tool at the bottom and the bracket on the top? Did you align the fuel sprocket to the mark on the left? These kinds of things would have been great to see and confirm my experience as well. Thanks for the videos and looking forward to the next.
Thanks! Yes I’ve used the locking tools, fuel pump sprocket was on timing, the car started up right away. Since I’ve recorded a detailed timing chain job, I wanted to keep this one short and compact. In the next video I will do it more detailed(new project is a hydro locked engine…I suspect)
W15 Garage, what happened with your N47 engine at 70MPH happened to me at 40 MPH with 97K on the clock, within 3 months of owning a BMW E92 320D M sport. I am glad i found your channel because more people should be like you (Honest), showing us how to better our understanding of issues not mentioned when purchasing second hand cars and how to resolve! as at least and option, when up against Garages who want to rip you off, based on them thinking about your lack of knowledge!
Thanks for your comment. In the near future I’m planning to make a video on this topic, how to prevent/take care of n47 n57 bmw engines. Although I’m not an engineer, I’ve seen a few n47 engine failures, fixed a good bunch of them, hopefully I can help out some people.
@@W15Garage You should do a course and become a lecturer at a college! You are that good (honestly), lots or perks being a teacher, the N47 engine has other issues, but seeing you do the Timing chain OMG (Wonderous) Bravo and i bet everyone would agree (this man can do anything)
Very good video. Shame that the previous owner did not do regular oil changes, obvious when the head was removed.
Thanks! This is the typical example of poor maintenance. Considering the fact…this car lasted good enough
Well done great video! A true professional making the work look easy!
Thanks for watching!!!
Nice video!
I'm learning more about fixing cars and your diagnostic and solution to this problem was really creative and efficient. Thank you for the video, sir. If only I had this knowledge about 5 years ago when my 116i chain snapped :D
Instead I had to sell it for 700 euro. Now I have another one with an engine problem and this time I will fix it myself 💪
Thanks a lot!!! Appreciate your comment. I encourage you to do the job, If I can do it, you can do it! Patience research, dedication, and good results will come!
@@W15Garage
Yes indeed :)
The previous guy did a real number on the engine when he changed the timing chain 2 years ago.
I count 5 stripped screw threads so far, including the 27 mm tensioner screw threads. I had to buy a special helicoil kit from China for that one.
The Vanos adjuster bolts were overtightened and as a result the vanos adjuster unit metalcover thingy is totally bent. So I bought new adjusters too. And more stuff too.
Will be fun to see what else I will find before this job is totally done haha.
Great video thank you just found your channel this video really helpful..❤
@@tonybilco1317 thanks for watching!!
Very nicely done and very professional I am also a mechanic by the way
Thanks!!! Appreciate it!
.....Yes,your blessed hands which operate a engine like a surgeon.
It's amazing,I'd like to do myself such a thing,but I just can watch you and enjoy with you the satisfaction of the good work.
And yes,this work is not for everyone....!
Thanks! Everything is possible with dedication and patience!
Well my friend you done a great job 😊😊😊😊
Thanks! Appreciate it😀
I believe there are upgraded timing chains fitted to police BMW's although dealerships aren't happy if you ask for these
Really? I have to find some of those chains 😊
Bro your voice is soo calming 😊 nice video
Thanks for watching, appreciate it!
if you know that you are going to have to take Glow plugs out and the engine is running then use REDX 1shot a couple of days before hand and that will get rid of all the carbon from the glow plugs and they will just come out although 1 shot is expensive but well worth it .thanks for the video
Thanks for the tip! I will definitely try it out!
Very well done! 💪🏻🔧
Thank you! Cheers!
i have mini countryman im thinking off pulling gearbox out after watching your cool video
Thanks for watching! It looks more difficult than it is. Just take pictures of the bolts and wiring connections, and have patience. Good luck!
@@W15Garage thank you
I use to work as a technician for BMW and they claimed these chains are "lifetime" 😂
They have a pretty good lifespan if you ignore the BMW extended service interval; otherwise the oil is more like a grinding paste (especially with diesels) and no chain likes that.
And when it snaps that’s the end of its lifetime !
@@justinmijnbuis Same as the Ford EcoBoost engines. I've replaced many engines with the wet belt in the last year because the belt deteriorated and blocks the oil strainer. And now the new Ford EcoBoosts have gone back to chains! 🤣🤣
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Life time is 100k km...
I never understand why people don't take care of their cars, this hasn't had regular oil changes and the timing chain properly snapped due to this. Madness lol. How much did you pay for the car please if you dont mind me asking? Great video, enjoyed it 👍
Thanks for watching! Yes, this car was neglected, the amount of sludge built up on the camshafts was disgusting. Oil is relatively cheap nowadays, this engine takes 5.2 liters only, £12 oil filter…wouldn’t break the bank to anyone to change that oil at 6000-7000miles.
Service intervals specified by dealers AND manufacturers are completely unrealistic.
@@petecurran3995 1000% correct
The N47 engine is renouned for timing chain snapping and swirl flap issues, its not about regular service intervals, its just a bad design that even BMW finally admitted it was. The M47 is the better stronger engine but slightly less powerful. Personally, if you are looking for a BMW stay well away from any that are powered by the N47 unit unless you know for sure the timing chain, tensioners and slippere have been swapped out.
You didn't include cost of new cylinder head as you already had one.This cost would be prohibitive for most people.Good video,getting the car back running.
Correct! It cost me £120 valves+lapping, and vacuum test at the end. Even this way it’s a reasonable price.
Labour cost is a different story, luckily I sorted that out with a Mcdonalds meal😊 after the job was done.
I'll buy him all the McDonald's he can eat if he could do mine, suspect it's wedged in 😔🙏
Great video! Keep them coming!
Thanks!! Next one will be a Hydro locked engine:)👍
Great video
@@davidviner4932 thsnks for watching!
Keep bringing BMW's! They're nice cars to whatch getting repaired!
Which timing chain did you used? I used INA on mine! ;)
Thanks!! I’m using FAI, wit good results. Next video will be a suspect hydro locked engine.
@@W15Garage Before INA, I had installed FAI and it only lasted 5.000kms before start doing the cold start noise. When it reached the 20.000kms it was completely stretched. I got a really bad impression from the brand.
That’s not good! Lucky I didn’t have any problems so far, all our family and my friends cars run on FAI now, the oldest chain is about 2 years old now. A faulty tensioner, clogged oil passages can cause unwanted damages unfortunately.
Congratulation !
Thanks!🙏
Excellent video. Can you please confirm that no casings were smashed when the chain broke?
@@chanoble3112 thanks for watching. Not in this case, apart from the valve damage, everything else was fine.
Can you make a video of changing the chain on a n13 engine please and show each step and any issues when fixing an automatic one please. I have fixed one however it keeps going out of time afterwards and after being corrected several times
I will try to find one in the near future!
If the last fool happened to remove the head, then re-used the old bolts when refitting, it starts getting to be a lot more "fun" as they'll be so tight & tatty-headed, you'll struggle to get the bolts out. I mean really struggle.
Nice one my mate 😊
Thanks for watching!!
Oh boy mine snapped while stationary after I changed the top chain tensioner, and I was reving the engine at 3000 rpm and boom... It was my own stupidity as I should have changed the whole chain kit, because it was rattling. Ahh now i need to take it apart and start the whole party, see what needs to be done... I hope for good results, wish me patience!
🤦♂️That’s not good, but worse case a head refurbish and a new chain kit will solve the problem, and a lot of patience as you’ve mentioned:) good luck!!
Thanks man!
Since I own one of these vehicles and have already had a timing chain failure, I am aware of the dreadful design. It is easier to take the engine out. Generally, valves are undamaged so no head off.
Unfortunately In my case almost all valves got damaged, had no compression across 4 cylinders, there are cases and cases…in my case not even one lifter was damaged. Also if you have to remove the head, i prefer doing while the engine is on the car, head bolt takes some force to remove
Yes a good job done
I've done a few my self and its nice to see people doing it them self's as the local garages start scratching there heads and coming up with thousands thousands pounds worth off work etc
I think these engines start stop is to blame and to long oil services so i don't use it and change my oil at 8000 miles
And BMW should be doing the work for free as it Is there mistake
Thanks! Correct I’ve coded out the start/stop system long time ago.
Is there a recommended mileage to change the timing chain on F30 2013 to prevent damaging the car?
In your case my dear sister ASAP🤣🤣🤗, I promise I’ll do it in the near future
I was told you have to take the Engine out to replace timing chains on N47, guess not
Thank for watching! I personally prefer to do the job with the engine in.
Great video I shall now start on the rest, new subscriber
Many thanks! Appreciate it! Hope you enjoy😊
my n47 gets filters and oil changes every 6-7k just not worth the risk with these motors. 183,000 still going v well.
That’s the way to do it right!
Well done. If the car car was travelling on the motorway at 70mph I'm surprised the engine survived, unless its a non interference engine?
Cylinder had needed rebuilt, all valves replaced. Engine is fine, I’m driving it every day since it has ben fixed, it’s a nice car
The oil change interval need to reduce. The engine its veey duety inside. Mine n47 got 538.300 and Till have original Timing Chain inside
Correct, unfortunately 80% of bmw owners change their oil way after 15.000 km
nice job buddy
Thanks for watching!
Nice video and good repair, well done! What is the mileage of the engine?
Thanks!! 152000miles
good job, good content
Many thanks!!!
Nice job. I am not a mechanic but enjoyed the video. My BMW 2010 7series (115K mileage) car is having some noise on cold start. I have been told it's the timing chain. Is it something that you can fix :)
Thanks, I really appreciate that!
As I’m just a hobbyist, I’m not currently set up to take on any clients just yet, sorry!
Nice job done ✅
Thanks for watching. Next one is a hydro locked engine
what i don't understand is why do BMWs have this issue of timing chains? is it their design compared to VW/Mercedes?
Unfortunately it’s marketing…post 2007 bmw mercedes audi Vauxhall Fiat etc adapted this ugly strategy to make more money on parts. For some reason bmw has this bad reputation about timing chains, but other manufacturers suffer from this problem as well. Example mercedes om651 engine, Vauxhall mokka 1.6 engine, fiat panda 1.3 multijet, some audi v6 engines.
@@W15Garage like you said bad maintenance (oil changes) etc do not help. People try save money and not service. Maybe you can do video on these problems that its NOT just bmws its other cars too
@@mstar011 yes, I’ve seen loose/rattling timing chain at 97.000miles, when my x3 2.0d ORIGINAL chain at 156.000miles was still silent. This is proof that the oil interval recommended by BMW is not right! I personally change my oil at 7000miles ish, and always warm up the engine before I start pushing it harder.
the kiss marks on the piston heads from the valves were they big? did they leave a mark? or was it unnoticeable?
Minimal, nothing significant.
Was it not worth changing the clutch .
The Clutch was is good condition, also it’s a relatively easy and quick job on bmw.
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I wonder would you replace my 316d timing chain?😆
great video
Thanks for watching!
Great job,
May I know how much approximate you charge to change the chain on my 2010 F10 please.
Thank you, appreciate it! I am only a hobbyist and currently not set up to take on any clients, apologies.
Looks easy, garages wanna remove the engine
@@Shades11353 many people prefer removing the engine, and leave the gearbox on the car
hi mate good video what brand parts to replace i have a bmw x3 n47 2011 cheers lee
Hi, thanks for watching. I would recommend original or iwis. FAI is a cheaper alternative , but the chain guides can become an issue after 45-60,000miles.
Good video
Did pistons and valve guides escape damage,?
Thanks! Yes, a few valves needed replacing, the cylinder head was refurbished, but every single case is different.
You can change it without removing the engine?
@@Shades11353 yes! Specially on manual cars it’s easy. I ve done it many times before my garage was available
@@W15Garage Thanks a lot
Was the tensions guides made from metal? Which timing chain kit brand would you recommend? OEM or other brands? Thank you.
@@dewanhassan7320 thanks for watching! Guides are made from plastic. I would recommend OEM, or IWIS. IWIS is the manufacturer of the original timing chain, but it’s hard to find. Aftermarket kits can last but significantly weaker than oem, specifically the plastic guides
Obviously they snap on the N47’s . i own a F30 , any rough ideas of how many actually have snapped ? loke are they all due to blow?
Yes, they all snap eventually if left unchanged. Oil change intervals can make a difference; I’ve seen high-mileage N47s, but they won’t last forever. Even if the chain would, the plastic chain guides will break.
That sludge is very bad, was the oil never changed.? Are the piston a close contact on that engine?
It looked ugly that’s for sure, I talked to the guy who sold the car to me, due to his job he used to sleep in the car occasionally and left the engine idle for hours…I think that has to do with the sludge buildup. All 16 valves touched the pistons, as was mentioned in the video, I’ve used a different cylinder head, this one is still at the machine shop being fixed.
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Hello mate where I can find your cars for sale ? Can you leave me a link to it. Thank you.
Hi, I have nothing to sell at the moment, I’m enjoying this 116d for a while now
Where did you take the cylinder head to wch engineer company??
@@manexkay2431 complete car care, Ivatt way
Did pistons and valve guides escape damage?
Yes, only valves got damaged
please do mine I can leave my car for two weeks so you have plenty time and I'm happy to pay a reasonable price for your work. Thanks.
How many valves were damaged? I was under the impression that the valves usually didn't get damaged on these engines
Cylinder head still at the machine shop, will find out next week, check out my short video about the damage on the valve, I ve done a home made valve test
Вот это сюжет в БМВ масло от Мерседеса.Нарушение корпоративной этики😂😂😂
👍👍🤣🤣🤣, it’s cheaper than BMW oil
Hi where are you based?
The old myth about timing chains being more reliable than cambelts has been debunked!
My chain is on 400k
Thanks for watching! Since 2005 timing chains are not the same
I bought a brand new Citroen c4 spacetourer full extras and the timing belt snapped 2 and a half years later . With only 87000km on the clock . After arguing with the manufacturer for months I got a new engine under warranty. I sold it ( got rid of it ) 2 months later and I just bought a BMW 525d with the N47 engine. If properly maintained there is no issues and the timing chain gives you a warning tick tick on cold start so you know when to change it .
Where are you based and what do you charge (labour only) to do an N47 timing chain engine is still running so no head off job. Will supply all parts including new clutch and DMF.
Hi, thanks for your message! As I’m only a hobbyist I’m not currently set up to take on any clients just yet unfortunately
@@W15Garage OK. Which brand of locking tools did you use? I hear some are not a tight fit around the cams.
What make of timing kits are you using?
FAI is working fine for me so far
i do not believe for a second that this car was doing 70MPH with the engine under considerable load when the chain snapped.. it is an interference engine anw with the RPM it would have been at the engine would have continued to rotate and be out of time and therfore smash the valves...
All 16 valves made contact with the pistons, if you watched the video I’ve mentioned specifically that a different cylinder head was reinstalled!
My timing chain snapped at about 10-15 mph it’s a 2.0 engine
Does anyone know if it will be repairable or should I scrap it ?
It’s repairable, cylinder head needs to be removed, damaged valves replaced. Camshafts and carrier may need replacement,but every case is different, you may have only bent valves. Don’t scrap the engine.
@@W15Garage thanks for the reply 👍iv spoke to about 5 different garages, eventually one of them said they specialise in fixing broken engines he’s confident he can fix it so fingers crossed 🤞
Change your oil every 10k km not 30k km.
100% correct!
that engine looks like it was not getting a good maintenance
100% correct
I will remember not to buy a BMW with the N47 engine.
N47 is not a bad engine, needs regular oil changes and one timing chain change.
It’s not about that job taking 15 minutes, he showed up in 15 minutes video but some people who didn’t not done anything in their lives can just say….
Thanks!
Can you change my rocker gasket 320d ? £
Thanks for watching! I am only a hobbyist and currently not set up to take on any clients.
People are saying terrible things about this engine
@@Shades11353 this engines are brilliant if maintained properly. Great fuel economy, and power BUT, oil oil oil. Oil services in time. Long oil change intervals destroy this engines. Timing chain needs to be done before they snap, but otherwise good engines.
@@W15Garage Awesome
2015 320D 150,000 can change my belt?
Hi, thanks for your question, as I’m only a hobbyist I don’t currently take on any clients.
how many km the cars has?
152000 miles
@@W15Garage at that mileage with that poor maintenance i think the engine lasted pretty good 😂😂
Poor maintenance if you change the oil the engine is good
100% correct! One of my favourite engines, shame it has such a bad reputation
I changed my oil every 6k miles
Chain still snapped at 96k
@@kevinneilson8063 mines at 124k on the original no rattle or anything still going touch wood
Me to mine went on 129?
K
Keep in mind young fella..BMW stands for Bring My Wallet. Great video but still I would never buy a BMW.
😋🤣Good one!
Yeahhhh.. imagine doing this on a driveway without lifts...
I ve done it a few times, one occasion being a f25 x3 xdrive…not pleasant. This is the very first timing job on the new 2 post lift, I’ve just bought it
@@W15GarageI bet it's worth every penny. Wish I had a lift 😢
@@ryans1147 I was dreaming about it for a couple of years now, if you watch my video “Huge Garage Update,, I almost cried from happiness 🤣🤣🤣
I've been there and done that lol
@@GeorgeAusters I’ve watched your n47 timing videos a few times before my first timing job!😊 Keep up the good work!
13:25 "head job" hahaha, really? no one?
🙂👍
Thanks for watching!
er 15 minuets ?
The video is 15 minutes, not the whole process of course 😊
I have had an electric car for the last 6 years and haven't seen mechanics even once
You won't be laughing for much longer.
@@charliecoco2115 I keep hearing that for the last 6 years. Battery will outlast car (nissan leaf) .New generations of electric cars will make most mechanics unemployed!
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that car has a bad driver //well, if it doesn't have intelligence, it has money.... I've never seen a broken time chain
Unfortunately I’ve seen a lot
Genius🫡
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BMW Big Money Wasters 😂
😂😂
How come You have took head off and on in 15 mins? Dodgy misleading topic
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