E39 M5 Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement
I have a 2002 E39 M5 with 97k miles. I have an engine tapping/knocking noise from bank 1. I don't seem to have any hesitations or power issues. I have replaced the main chain tensioner but the noise is still there. From digging on other forums it seems it could be the cam chain tensioner that is at fault. Has anyone had the cam chain tensioner replaced? I am looking for someone in Ireland that could help me diagnose and change the tensioner if required. Any recommendations?
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Originally Posted by TomTom
I have a 2002 E39 M5 with 97k miles. I have an engine tapping/knocking noise from bank 1. I don't seem to have any hesitations or power issues. I have replaced the main chain tensioner but the noise is still there. From digging on other forums it seems it could be the cam chain tensioner that is at fault. Has anyone had the cam chain tensioner replaced? I am looking for someone in Ireland that could help me diagnose and change the tensioner if required. Any recommendations?
Healyc, Valdas and Thomas Narusa are the people to talk to.
Has the car sat for any extended periods of time?
RE: E39 M5 Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement
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Originally Posted by TomTom
I have a 2002 E39 M5 with 97k miles. I have an engine tapping/knocking noise from bank 1. I don't seem to have any hesitations or power issues. I have replaced the main chain tensioner but the noise is still there. From digging on other forums it seems it could be the cam chain tensioner that is at fault. Has anyone had the cam chain tensioner replaced? I am looking for someone in Ireland that could help me diagnose and change the tensioner if required. Any recommendations?
There are a few but unsure about your side of the country.
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Originally Posted by TomTom
I have a 2002 E39 M5 with 97k miles. I have an engine tapping/knocking noise from bank 1. I don't seem to have any hesitations or power issues. I have replaced the main chain tensioner but the noise is still there. From digging on other forums it seems it could be the cam chain tensioner that is at fault. Has anyone had the cam chain tensioner replaced? I am looking for someone in Ireland that could help me diagnose and change the tensioner if required. Any recommendations?
It will be a bit of a trek for you but try Bryan Grieves of Dungorkin Auto's in Claudy near Derry.
He is a well known BMW specialist in these parts and works on ///M cars regularly. He did all the engine upgrades on my E36 M3.
He runs an E39 M5 himself so he know them inside out especially.
Really decent fella to work with.
http://www.dungorkinauto.com/
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Originally Posted by TomTom
I have a 2002 E39 M5 with 97k miles. I have an engine tapping/knocking noise from bank 1. I don't seem to have any hesitations or power issues. I have replaced the main chain tensioner but the noise is still there. From digging on other forums it seems it could be the cam chain tensioner that is at fault. Has anyone had the cam chain tensioner replaced? I am looking for someone in Ireland that could help me diagnose and change the tensioner if required. Any recommendations?
Healyc, Valdas and Thomas Narusa are the people to talk to.
Has the car sat for any extended periods of time?
Thanks. It has sat for a while lately but it was making this noise before that. Are you thinking it could be a stuck lifter?
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I have a 2002 E39 M5 with 97k miles. I have an engine tapping/knocking noise from bank 1. I don't seem to have any hesitations or power issues. I have replaced the main chain tensioner but the noise is still there. From digging on other forums it seems it could be the cam chain tensioner that is at fault. Has anyone had the cam chain tensioner replaced? I am looking for someone in Ireland that could help me diagnose and change the tensioner if required. Any recommendations?
There are a few but unsure about your side of the country.
I am willing to travel to get it sorted.
E39 M5 Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement
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I have a 2002 E39 M5 with 97k miles. I have an engine tapping/knocking noise from bank 1. I don't seem to have any hesitations or power issues. I have replaced the main chain tensioner but the noise is still there. From digging on other forums it seems it could be the cam chain tensioner that is at fault. Has anyone had the cam chain tensioner replaced? I am looking for someone in Ireland that could help me diagnose and change the tensioner if required. Any recommendations?
Healyc, Valdas and Thomas Narusa are the people to talk to.
Has the car sat for any extended periods of time?
Thanks. It has sat for a while lately but it was making this noise before that. Are you thinking it could be a stuck lifter?
Mine had a noisy lifter on the right bank, went away after about 20 mins of use and it never came back.
Car hadn't really been used in 2 years
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I have a 2002 E39 M5 with 97k miles. I have an engine tapping/knocking noise from bank 1. I don't seem to have any hesitations or power issues. I have replaced the main chain tensioner but the noise is still there. From digging on other forums it seems it could be the cam chain tensioner that is at fault. Has anyone had the cam chain tensioner replaced? I am looking for someone in Ireland that could help me diagnose and change the tensioner if required. Any recommendations?
It will be a bit of a trek for you but try Bryan Grieves of Dungorkin Auto's in Claudy near Derry.
He is a well known BMW specialist in these parts and works on ///M cars regularly. He did all the engine upgrades on my E36 M3.
He runs an E39 M5 himself so he know them inside out especially.
Really decent fella to work with.
http://www.dungorkinauto.com/
Thanks for that. It is a bit of a trek alright but good to know.
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I have a 2002 E39 M5 with 97k miles. I have an engine tapping/knocking noise from bank 1. I don't seem to have any hesitations or power issues. I have replaced the main chain tensioner but the noise is still there. From digging on other forums it seems it could be the cam chain tensioner that is at fault. Has anyone had the cam chain tensioner replaced? I am looking for someone in Ireland that could help me diagnose and change the tensioner if required. Any recommendations?
Healyc, Valdas and Thomas Narusa are the people to talk to.
Has the car sat for any extended periods of time?
Thanks. It has sat for a while lately but it was making this noise before that. Are you thinking it could be a stuck lifter?
Mine had a noisy lifter on the right bank, went away after about 20 mins of use and it never came back.
Car hadn't really been used in 2 years
I don't think this is the issue. I have been using it the past week and it's still there. Only really noticeable at idle when the car has warmed up.
E39 M5 Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement
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I have a 2002 E39 M5 with 97k miles. I have an engine tapping/knocking noise from bank 1. I don't seem to have any hesitations or power issues. I have replaced the main chain tensioner but the noise is still there. From digging on other forums it seems it could be the cam chain tensioner that is at fault. Has anyone had the cam chain tensioner replaced? I am looking for someone in Ireland that could help me diagnose and change the tensioner if required. Any recommendations?
Healyc, Valdas and Thomas Narusa are the people to talk to.
Has the car sat for any extended periods of time?
Thanks. It has sat for a while lately but it was making this noise before that. Are you thinking it could be a stuck lifter?
Mine had a noisy lifter on the right bank, went away after about 20 mins of use and it never came back.
Car hadn't really been used in 2 years
I don't think this is the issue. I have been using it the past week and it's still there. Only really noticeable at idle when the car has warmed up.
I'd say you're right, I hope it's nothing serious. Best of luck getting it sorted.
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Wouldn't be the vanos thats making the noise would it ?
E39 M5 Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement
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Wouldn't be the vanos thats making the noise would it ?
I don't think it's the vanos based on some videos I've seen.
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E39 M5 Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement
There's a garage outside Galway in Oranmore, I think it Fahys. I think they look after a lot of high powered cars. They would be worth a look at.
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E39 M5 Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement
That's the one Geoff, Tom Fahy. He has worked on lots of M's including a very nice M1.
E39 M5 Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement
Given that it might be Vanos related I'd probably give it to @[Valdelisbmw] he did a load of work on my old e36 m3 which I had been previously charged for.
E39 M5 Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement
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why would you thrust one mechanic over another
Reputation and a proven track record.
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just remember john there's two side's to every story.....
why would you thrust one mechanic over another
I agree 100% in most cases but this one is very simple. Things can go wrong for anyone, it's how they react when the chips are down that separates the men from the boys.
I trust Valdas and Conor for 1 simple reason, they both stand over their work
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By all means share your feedback, but do so with proof, or take it to PM's if you feel so strongly about it. I for one would appreciate it if someone took the time to give me good honest proven feedback. I am not taking sides, nor am I being over dramatic. I am however trying my best to look after the best interests of the site itself.
Finally, without naming names, I'd ask the certain few individuals who infrequently particiapte on the site to refrain from stirring stuff up when you do bother your arse in visting and contributing.
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Lads, as a result of a direct message to me personally today, I have no choice but to remove all such references, trading names or contact details from this site for a person(s) and a company. That is not a stamp of approval for the company, nor is it a recommendation, it certainly is not disbelieving claims and counter claims being made both on the forums and direct to me via PM either! It is simply keeping things clean, in order for the Haus to continue to exist. I'm sure you can all appreciate this.
By all means share your feedback, but do so with proof, or take it to PM's if you feel so strongly about it. I for one would appreciate it if someone took the time to give me good honest proven feedback. I am not taking sides, nor am I being over dramatic. I am however trying my best to look after the best interests of the site itself.
Finally, without naming names, I'd ask the certain few individuals who infrequently particiapte on the site to refrain from stirring stuff up when you do bother your a*** in visting and contributing.
Ok thanks for that. I have been in touch with Valdas as recommended and hope to get him the car in the coming weeks. Thanks for the help.
E39 M5 Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement
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Originally Posted by TomTom
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Originally Posted by ciars
Lads, as a result of a direct message to me personally today, I have no choice but to remove all such references, trading names or contact details from this site for a person(s) and a company. That is not a stamp of approval for the company, nor is it a recommendation, it certainly is not disbelieving claims and counter claims being made both on the forums and direct to me via PM either! It is simply keeping things clean, in order for the Haus to continue to exist. I'm sure you can all appreciate this.
By all means share your feedback, but do so with proof, or take it to PM's if you feel so strongly about it. I for one would appreciate it if someone took the time to give me good honest proven feedback. I am not taking sides, nor am I being over dramatic. I am however trying my best to look after the best interests of the site itself.
Finally, without naming names, I'd ask the certain few individuals who infrequently particiapte on the site to refrain from stirring stuff up when you do bother your a*** in visting and contributing.
Ok thanks for that. I have been in touch with Valdas as recommended and hope to get him the car in the coming weeks. Thanks for the help.
Glad to hear you've arrived at a positive outcome
