And This Kids,

"Logansteno: Bought a VW?" (logansteno)
06/25/2015 at 21:19 • Filed to: None

Is why you don’t sit with the car running for half an hour with the AC on full blast in 90+ degree heat.

Please note, the coolant on the ground is what came out of the overflow tank after we opened it.

Tomorrow we will be looking at the water pump and thermostat to see if either of them are fubar. Once the car cooled down to normal levels I drove it home without an issue. It could have just been a freak accident but we’re not taking any risks.

As for why I was sitting? Waiting for my brother and girlfriend to get done with band practice. I had the air on full blast because they were practicing outside and I wanted the car to be cool for them. This is what I get for being a good person!

DISCUSSION (51)

Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:22

You should probably replace that water pump now.

bob and john > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:26

1/2 an hour? I get 5, 10 min, but dam.

If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:27

_ Yes let’s idle a vehicle with known cooling system deficiencies for an incredibly long time, and why not put load on the engine as we do so?

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > bob and john
06/25/2015 at 21:27

It ran over. I left so it would be 10 minutes max. Yeah, 30 minutes later. -__-

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent
06/25/2015 at 21:28

I was supposed to sit there for 10 minutes max. They ran over. I didn't even think about it.

AM3R shamefully returns > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:29

And this kids...

Is why cooling systems on BMW’s should always be looked after.

Preventively changing it>replacing it when it fails.

bob and john > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:29

youch. Well, hopefully nothing is F’ed. it might have just been from sitting tht long. top off the tank and drive it, see if it starts freaking out. if no, you might be ok

If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:31

That’s why I don’t give rides to siblings anymore. Too much hassle and they don’t appreciate it.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > AM3R shamefully returns
06/25/2015 at 21:31

Up until today, there hadn’t been an issue with it. It hadn't shown any reason to need servicing and I didn't know when the last time it has been redone was.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > bob and john
06/25/2015 at 21:34

Topped it off and it drove home fine. So I honestly don't know if it was just a freak accident or what.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent
06/25/2015 at 21:36

Parents don't give me much choice in that matter. I know they didn't appreciate sitting in the 90* heat for an hour while it cooled down. Tough tits for them though.

If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:38

Start demanding gas money then. If you’re doing your parents’ errands for them, you deserve it.

AM3R shamefully returns > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:39

Yeah, I get what you mean, but those don’t always fail showing symptoms. Especially when it’s hot as balls outside. The plastic water pump in the E36 will fail without signs of weakness under hard driving. Better to just replace the cheap part before you need a new head gasket.

How many miles is the M3 at now? Probably would’ve been the first thing i did if I got the car with no idea whether it had been replaced or not. Especially if you’re well over 100k.

C’mon man, don't you wanna hit 200k??

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent
06/25/2015 at 21:39

From my 14 year old brother who doesn't have a job? Tough chance of that happening.

Lekker > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:40

Holy cow. I’ve sat in my car with no issue for 45+ minutes just chilling and listening to music, idk about full blast AC tho. I see that all the time at festivals where you camp by your car, I had no idea it could be this dangerous

If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:40

I meant the parents. You’re essentially doing their errands for them.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > AM3R shamefully returns
06/25/2015 at 21:43

I just rolled 170k. We would have changed it but we were more concerned with getting it on the road and we thought it was fine. I guess my trim can wait longer and well redo the cooling system.

RustedSprinter > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:43

Holy shit a 1/2 hour? What a madman!

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent
06/25/2015 at 21:44

They already buy my gas so I’m being paid to run errands basically.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > RustedSprinter
06/25/2015 at 21:46

It was supposed to be 10 minutes, but practice ran over and I wasn't paying attention.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Lekker
06/25/2015 at 21:46

It was also almost 100 degrees out, if that makes a difference.

Lekker > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:49

I did the 45+ min thing in AZ @116F. So not sure it does haha :) granted tho, it was night. So no sun

bob and john > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 21:52

it just took up waayyyy too much heat. you might be fine. Just dont do it again XD

but, as others have mention, tht gen 3 series has known issues. Look into a water pump and what not sooner rather then later.

If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:04

Start buying your own gas so you can complain that you’re doing their errands for free.

Rusty Vandura - www.tinyurl.com/keepoppo > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:11

It’s hillarious how some of these threads careen off topic.

I don’t think your car should have overheated. Perhaps you were low on coolant or there was an air pocket somewhere in the cooling system. Definitely have the water pump checked and make sure the radiator is healthy and happy.

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:12

When they ride, torture them with the Safari?

SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:13

I hate to say I told you so........ I really do

SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:15

good idea

Big Bubba Ray > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:21

Good old St. Louis heat. It’s been really shitty the past couple days.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
06/25/2015 at 22:25

Then I'm being tortured by driving it!

SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman > Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire
06/25/2015 at 22:25

DUDE

CCC (formerly CyclistCarCoexist) > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:25

A system of “A/C pre-cool” should be established. Every minute over 15 will incite in lost credits.

Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire > SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman
06/25/2015 at 22:27

FOREAL

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Big Bubba Ray
06/25/2015 at 22:28

I hate this time of year here to be honest. Too damn hot and sticky

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:30

That’s no fun. Must be even worse with a black interior.

BTW be on the lookout for a brown and white flex to pop up near you. We have a very interested party in St. Louis.

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:31

Fair enough, I just am always an asshole and take the keys when my sister is in the car. Windows cracked of course.

bryan40oop > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:34

“Is why you don’t sit with the car running for half an hour with the AC on full blast in 90+ degree heat.”

Funny, my car has no issue doing this. Lol german water pumps

Big Bubba Ray > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:37

It’s awful. I work at Waterway and spending 8 hours straight in the sun/humidity absolutely wore me out today.

Connqr > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:49

This sucks. By the way, I love the Drivers door trim.

wiffleballtony > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 22:53

My AC took a dump too on Monday. I feel your pain.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > sm70- why not Duesenberg?
06/25/2015 at 22:55

Luckily the sun started hiding behind the clouds.

STL is a big place, but the flex is an uncommon car so I'll keep an eye out!

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Big Bubba Ray
06/25/2015 at 22:56

Oh hell, that must be horrible!

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Connqr
06/25/2015 at 22:57

Yeah, that was supposed to be the next purchase but I think a water pump is now.

Connqr > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/25/2015 at 23:01

Haha, just buy a King Size Sharpie for now. No one will notice from far away!

SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman > Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire
06/25/2015 at 23:55

THAT WAS MY LINE!

Rico > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/26/2015 at 00:04

Oddly enough when I got home from the gym I noticed my neighbor’s wife’s car (2010 Honda Accord Coupe) leaking a huge puddle that was turning into a stream in their driveway. I rang their bell and let them know that it looked like the coolant was leaking. Hope it’s an easy and cheap fix.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/26/2015 at 01:57

Kinja'd!!!

all of your M posts should just have this as a lede photo.

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/26/2015 at 03:59

I would be surprised if there’s any significant damage. But it would be a good idea to replace at least the thermostat and reservoir whether they seem fine or not. Thermostats often fail after incidents like this and BMW reservoirs like to crack or explode just for fun.

Connqr > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/26/2015 at 09:44

Don’t worry. The A/C just “needs a charge” now.

Luc - The Acadian Oppo > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/26/2015 at 09:54

You live you learn. No big deal!

The Compromiser > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
06/26/2015 at 19:11

So your brother is also your girlfriend???

what part of Arkansas did you say you were from?