Hello forum. I'm a new member and would like to say "hey" to everyone.
I recently picked up a 92 850i with 115k miles. It's in great shape but leaks motor oil. A local BMW shop gave me an estimate of $700 to change the valve cover gaskets. I was wondering if anyone out there has ever changed valve cover gaskets on the M70 themselves?...is this doable for a home mechanic? I've changed em on other cars..but this is a v12! Anyways, it looks like the intake manifolds will have to come off, and I figured I'd better check with you guys before tearing into it. Are there any special tools required? Any "gotchas" to watch out for? Any other items to check/replace while the manifolds are off?
Also, I've been looking for a shop/service manual for the e31 with no luck. Can anyone recommend where to find a good manual for this car?
Thanks in advance for any replys. Attached is a pic of my car...I love it!
Regards,
Chip
I recently picked up a 92 850i with 115k miles. It's in great shape but leaks motor oil. A local BMW shop gave me an estimate of $700 to change the valve cover gaskets. I was wondering if anyone out there has ever changed valve cover gaskets on the M70 themselves?...is this doable for a home mechanic? I've changed em on other cars..but this is a v12! Anyways, it looks like the intake manifolds will have to come off, and I figured I'd better check with you guys before tearing into it. Are there any special tools required? Any "gotchas" to watch out for? Any other items to check/replace while the manifolds are off?
Also, I've been looking for a shop/service manual for the e31 with no luck. Can anyone recommend where to find a good manual for this car?
Thanks in advance for any replys. Attached is a pic of my car...I love it!
Regards,
Chip
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