Schrick cams are direct replacements for the stock cams and usually bolt-in with no additional modification or parts required. The S54 vanos is now known for rattling, and a rebuild is a much cheaper option than the dealers. The first is the common exhaust hub sprocket teeth shearing off sending large metal particles through the engine. I found that by going slow, and going one step at a time, really helps to reduce the anxiety on a project this size, making it seem easier than originally thought. Still looking for more power after bolt-ons? If you want to have a shot yourself here's all the info you need on how to do it At your own Risk!! There are several possible Vanos failures and this applies to Z3 Z4 M models equipped with S54B32 engines. The part is inexpensive and easy to do while we are there. An Oil Pump Sprocket with Damaged Oil Pump Teeth The process we use starts with removing the valve cover and inspecting the valve train for any obvious problems.
We strongly recommend this be professionally installed by an experienced engine builder to check clearances and fitment. The check engine light will be illuminated storing Vanos faults and the car may exhibit loss of power. Frank had enlisted the help of local M3 enthusiast Dave to lend a hand. Torque went from 240 ft-lbs up to 283 ft-lbs, an increase of 40-ish ft-lbs to the wheels! This can be a problem so we always replace this unit even if the engine only has 20k miles on it. This kit includes 12 of each bolt for a full replacement.
Schrick has developed this ultra-aggressive S54 race cam with 296-deg duration and 14mm of valve lift. New Schrick camshaft installed on intake side. Time will tell how wise this plan is. We strongly recommend this be professionally installed by an experienced engine builder to check clearances and fitment. Afterwards, we tried another dyno run, when Frank threw up the white flag after hearing sounds. Will post up the link to this in a mo. The gap was causing the arms to flap around! Warranty will not be affected For further infomation please contact and we will be glad to help.
You can also get here. Turner Motorsport is a direct Schrick distributor for the North American market. At this point the car was posting 302 wheel horse power. O nly this time, with a hand-built de-tuned race engine. These camshafts are for use in professionally-built E46 M3 race engines.
We know from experience that it is not as easy as it sounds so we take great care to make sure the cam timing is set the correct way. This is only for use in professionally-built E46 M3 race engines. Frank thought either a shim was loose, a bearing had spun or something worse. Do yourself a favor and replace them while you've got the system opened up! You can get it from any dealer with the above part number, but i got it from Cooper Bmw's online parts, arrived within 3days. Great traction, improved steering, better feedback and decent mileage sure I could have abused them more considering two track days on them. Frank said it was due to the new seals and o-rings that I installed, there are wear patterns in the cylinder, and the new rings new to wear into that.
As I got older and started a family, I realized the practicality of having four useful seats. We use the red lock-tite on these bolts to ensure they stay in place- provided by Dr Vanos kit. The duration of the intake cam is 280 and the exhaust is 272 with 12. You can come to our workshop to have the vanos fitted, if you are travelling a long distance you can stay overnight at our expense. With more aggressive camshafts there is much higher force and friction on the contact pad which will not only induce more wear on the rocker arm but also lead to higher temperatures and thinning of the oil in a critical spot. There are 6 per cam and if they fail then the engine would be destroyed.
The self doubt that creeps in when one takes on an unfamiliar project. Both intake and exhaust Schrick camshafts installed. On this particular car the exhaust camshaft, vanos oil pump spline had sheared off. These are the S54 bolt failures and these must be replaced with the new bolt design. Anyway, back to the saga — after driving three hours south from New Jersey to Maryland, and arriving at , I waited for the M3 to be loaded into the dyno room, once she was loaded and strapped down, Frank remarked how clatter-y the engine sounded.
Schrick has developed this ultra-aggressive S54 race cam with 288-deg duration and 14mm of valve lift. Actual screenshot of ad where I bought the X5. The pictures below show the state of 6 bolts on the intake camshaft. As important as the hardware we use is the loctite we use. Something like will be fine.
We check cam timing thoroughly after we set it. A clean example of any of these cars holds my attention longer than any of the modern M cars from today. It is sort of amusing how one lets their mind poison the mind well. In about 30 minutes he had re-adjusted the clearances to. It's important not to ignore the symptoms such as engine rattle, check engine light or lack of power, to prevent catastrophic engine failure. As I was going through the car to get her ready for the spring, the previous owner was gracious enough to judiciously consume the existing tires, see exhibit A.