So I'm just about to venture into the world of 4.8 ownership, albeit in an E64. Are there any typical engine issues/weaknesses that I should watch out for or expect to encounter at some point?
Many thanks folks.
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Typical 4.8 engine issues to be aware of?
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Typical 4.8 engine issues to be aware of?
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650ci?.....very nice
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Re: Typical 4.8 engine issues to be aware of?
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So I'm just about to venture into the world of 4.8 ownership, albeit in an E64. Are there any typical engine issues/weaknesses that I should watch out for or expect to encounter at some point?
Many thanks folks.
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650i, sounds good. The only problem I've heard of is the Vally pan coolant exchange ORing/gasket .
Very big job but not that common I don't think, sure an ex member on here fitted the German expandable pipe to sort his. As said not that common, water leaks from a tell tale hole near the water pump housing I think
http://xdrivers.co.uk/forum/index.php/t ... l#msg68945
So I'm just about to venture into the world of 4.8 ownership, albeit in an E64. Are there any typical engine issues/weaknesses that I should watch out for or expect to encounter at some point?
Many thanks folks.
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650i, sounds good. The only problem I've heard of is the Vally pan coolant exchange ORing/gasket .
Very big job but not that common I don't think, sure an ex member on here fitted the German expandable pipe to sort his. As said not that common, water leaks from a tell tale hole near the water pump housing I think
http://xdrivers.co.uk/forum/index.php/t ... l#msg68945
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Re: Typical 4.8 engine issues to be aware of?
Haven't got one yet so no pictures I'm afraid. Just doing my research at the moment. Hopefully won't be long.
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