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    M140i making screeching noise

    Hi everyone, My car has been making an incredibly jarring noise under load—it almost sounds like a screech. I've attached a video with sound for reference. Has anyone experienced a similar issue or know what might be causing this? For some context, the sound started about two months ago. I’ve...
  2. Kristopher_Lawson

    B58 Resonator delete motorplan

    Hey guys, I’m new here, just picked up a 2020 M240i in November last year. Still have around 13 months of motorplan left. Just wanted to know, will doing a resonator delete on my exhaust void my entire warranty or just the warranty pertaining to the exhaust? I don’t even plan on tuning her...
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    Update - M140i Engine Rebuild

    Update on this thread: https://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/threads/m140i-engine-rebuild-swap.100178/ After a month and a few weeks, I finally have the car back after one of the pistons went. Massive thanks to the guys at X-Flow Performance for the incredible workmanship. Thanks to @Xcede Performance...
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    M140i - Engine Rebuild/Swap

    Hi all. So on Saturday I had an issue with my car that forced me to immediately stop the car when I got the drivetrain error. I won't go into detail on what happened on this post but for those who are interested you can read up on what happened here...
  5. kgosi_f30_340i

    Perfect oil class for B58

    I recently got out of service plan and called up BMW for a quote on the service kit. When I got the quote they came back with MAGNATEC A3 5W-30 for the oil but in most forums I have read that the best oil for a B58 is 0W20. Is this accurate or will I just be fine using 5W-30?
  6. Morribiscuit

    Morribiscuit's 'Blanco_B58'

    Finally!:love: Anyone that knows me, knows how 'B58' is a frequently used part of my vocabulary. I have loved these engines for years, and even though I am not a speed freak, my ears are very well-tuned for the glorious sound they make. To me, B58 is the one! As I do, I spend a lot of time and...
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    My "New" 440i Coupe

    Hi Everyone. I have been off the forum for awhile since i sold my E36s. Ever since, I have been wanting another BMW and nothing really tickled my fancy...until I started keeping an eye on the B58s. Finally after being patient, I managed to acquire this beaut of a car. It's good to be back and...
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