need option and questions

xccess · 10-17-2014, 10:43 AM

so I posted about two weeks ago my engine throw rod, and the car at the dealer, I have not ask them to tear down the engine yet, however I need some input here.

what is a least expensive way I can get this fix up, most people I talked to even a dealer tell me I need new engine, however I am thinking have the current engine rebuild and maybe bore out to make more HP. what is my options?

Flying Ace · 10-17-2014, 11:03 AM

sure, you have many options, but what is your budget?

Doing a stroker kit will cost you a lot of money.

Beemdog · 10-17-2014, 11:51 AM

If the engine block itself is damaged (as would commonly happen when you have serious connecting rod damage, esp. a broken rod), then you would essentially be starting over with a new engine. Better to buy a factory-built long block (or possibly a take-out engine from another M3) than to have your local dealer start from scratch with a new bare block. If you are building a non-stock performance motor, then I would go with an independent engine builder (not a BMW dealer). If a warranty repair, leaving it in the hands of a competant BMW dealer is a good approach.

jphughan · 10-17-2014, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Beemdog

If the engine block itself is damaged (as would commonly happen when you have serious connecting rod damage, esp. a broken rod), then you would essentially be starting over with a new engine. Better to buy a factory-built long block (or possibly a take-out engine from another M3) than to have your local dealer start from scratch with a new bare block. If you are building a non-stock performance motor, then I would go with an independent engine builder (not a BMW dealer). If a warranty repair, leaving it in the hands of a competant BMW dealer is a good approach.

This right here is the best advice you're likely to get, OP.

xccess · 10-21-2014, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by jphughan

This right here is the best advice you're likely to get, OP.

thanks for the advice. I think I know what need to be done now

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