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Posted by JMF [Email] (more from JMF) on Fri, 1 Aug 2014 11:21:39
In Reply to: E46 3 series BMW cooling system overhaul, Finch, Thu, 31 Jul 2014 10:17:33
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I have a '95 E36 325is with about 88k miles. I just overhauled my cooling system because the plastic(!) impeller on the water pump broke apart and caused instant overheating (no warning). Based on advice from several sources, I replaced the whole system (radiator, hoses, thermostat and housing, water pump, and expansion tank) because the plastic components all eventually fail. It's really the weak link on these cars.
I'm not sure if BMW had switched to more durable water pumps by '05, but I would recommend overhauling the system. I bought a kit from Bavarian Autosport which was surprisingly affordable, especially when compared to the potential of expensive engine damage from overheating.
Posts in this Thread:
- E46 3 series BMW cooling system overhaul, Finch, Thu, 31 Jul 2014 10:17:33
- Is there no one, No Snaab, Mon, 4 Aug 2014 15:51:32
- Re: E46 3 series BMW cooling system overhaul, Brianatl , Sat, 2 Aug 2014 11:04:01
- My E36 ..., JMF, Fri, 1 Aug 2014 11:21:39 <-- Viewing This Message
- Re: E46 3 series BMW cooling system overhaul, Justin VanAbrahams , Thu, 31 Jul 2014 18:42:07
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