"Pixel" (Improbcat)
10/23/2016 at 15:05 • Filed to: None
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"Pixel" (Improbcat)
10/23/2016 at 15:05 • Filed to: None | 1
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An acquaintance just got his ‘98 M3 started after 8 years of sitting. This is what the engine sounds like, how concerned should he be? It was run briefly to record this, and has yet to be driven or have an oil change.
Logansteno: Bought a VW?
> Pixel
10/23/2016 at 15:17 |
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E36 M3s have loud valves to begin with. I was always concerned mine way ticking too loud but M3 guys say it’s normal to an extent, especially when the oil is a lighter weight. Given the oil is 8 years old it’s probably hilariously thin. An oil change would probably help the noise.
Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo
> Pixel
10/23/2016 at 15:18 |
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For having not been ran in 8 years, it sounds like great. Might be worn lifters?
TheTurbochargedSquirrel
> Pixel
10/23/2016 at 15:36 |
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Change the oil and then get back to us.
gmctavish needs more space
> Pixel
10/23/2016 at 17:01 |
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I think that’s just what hyrdaulic lifters sound like when they’ve been dry for 8 years. They should get quieter, and an oil change won’t hurt
GTRZILLAR32-Now saving for Godzilla and a condo
> Pixel
10/23/2016 at 17:26 |
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Oil change and a valve adjustment and it will probably sound tops. Even as it sits now it is very quiet compared to my S54 which gets regular oil changes and valve adjustments, potato video sound quality may be what is fooling us though.
I’m also located in CT and know of several independent BMW mechanics around the state if your aquaintance needs one.
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Pixel
> GTRZILLAR32-Now saving for Godzilla and a condo
10/23/2016 at 17:44 |
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He and the car as in the Boston/Southern NH area.
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GTRZILLAR32-Now saving for Godzilla and a condo
> Pixel
10/23/2016 at 17:53 |
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Well then that would do him no good! At least he is close to Turner Motorsports in Amesbury, MA.