Im walnut blasting valves on n54 and n55 in central wi!
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So I went and saw Bob today and all I have to say is... AWESOME!
Bob is a genuinely nice guy who just happens to know his shit about the n54/n55. His garage was clean and organized and from the minute you step in there he makes you feel right at home. The set up for the walnut blasting never made me question the authenticity of the service. He was meticulous about perfecting the repair and almost obsessive about maintaining cleanliness while working. I am thoroughly pleased with the finished product! There is a noticeable difference in gears 2-3-4 and the power delivery is much smoother through the power band.
I was in the garage during the entire service and I will that as an ASE certified technician... I APPROVE!
Now for the pics:
Before
After
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There be dirty valves out there, i shall destroy the carbon tar of death! Thanks pat!
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Looks like a patient on the real trauma tv show. Lol. Damn that garage is CLEAN!
- 2011 335xi Coupe Black Sapphire Metallic (e92/N55/ZPP/ZCW)
- 2011 335xi Coupe Deep Sea Blue Metallic(e92/N55/ZPP/ZCW)
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U should have seen it 4 weeks ago, could barley get 1 car in there lolZ
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U should have seen it 4 weeks ago, could barley get 1 car in there lolZ
Bob, I still want to get down there and do the clutch at some point. Winter project? I want to go back to BMS E85 flash as well.
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Bob, I still want to get down there and do the clutch at some point. Winter project? I want to go back to BMS E85 flash as well.
Cant see it being an issue, as far as tunning if you go back to bms your stock clutch might not slip lol. Just let me know
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Yup, Bob is awesome.
I've gone to this guy for my E85 fuel pump install, backend flash, and other miscellaneous crap. Would've had him walnut blast my valves, but I already had it done before meeting him.
Cheap prices and knowledgeable, would recommend.
+1. Bob does great work.
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Lol my member title is "nut blaster "XD
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Walnut Blasting N55 and N54 in Fond du Lac and Northeast Wisconsin, 335xi at 100k+
Bobdudeman and I walnut blasted my e92 (2011 335xi) this weekend. He's a real nice guy, down to earth. He doesn't charge much for this service, in my opinion, but he's really not in it for the money. $180. He has all the tools needed and the know-how on both N55 and N54 engines and doesn't mind if you help. Of course he appreciates a little extra and maybe a 12-pack of his favorite beer (Warsteiner dunkel).
If you do the walnut blast, I would suggest also doing the oil filter housing gasket (OFHG) replacement and the o-ring for the water hose for the extra $30. Buy the gasket and o-ring ahead of time from Amazon or ecstuning. Bob will also do transmission fluid and pan/filter change if you need it.
As for my N55, it had 101,000 miles on it at the time. I've seen pics of N54 intake valves that were much worse at 1/2 the mileage. So the N55 still seems to have the same gunk build-up issue, just to a lesser extent. I have some pics below. Sorry for the quality. It's not the best camera, and I'm far from a great photographer.
Before
https://www.flickr.com/photos/127703...ream/lightbox/
During
After
https://www.flickr.com/photos/127703...ream/lightbox/
Trust me, they're clean as a whistle. Noticeably more responsive throttle. Seems to have more power, but I'm thinking it's more of a placebo effect. Later this week, I'm getting the VANOS recall done, so unfortunately I won't be able to give an accurate estimate of fuel efficiency gains. But I'm SO glad this service is done . It's good peace of mind, and I know it won't be needed for another 100k miles! At least 2 years, right, Bob?
Bob, if you're reading this: excellent job! Since I'm in that area regularly, I'm going to provide you fair warning that you will be seeing my car again... and maybe some beer too.
- 2011 335xi Coupe Black Sapphire Metallic (e92/N55/ZPP/ZCW)
- 2011 335xi Coupe Deep Sea Blue Metallic(e92/N55/ZPP/ZCW)
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Some more photos,
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In the process of obtaining parts to blast mini turbo engines as well..(n14?) So that will be a new one
, i also do other repairs cheap! Pm me for more! -
gonna be blasting a vw fsi 2.0 turbo engine by Wednesday. should be interesting to fabricate a vac tube for that. BUT i got room for more ppls! let me at your valves on nastiness!
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Happy114 came down for the blast and waterpump, these where his valves 101k, nasty! But spotless now
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It idles so much smoother now. It's so clean that you can eat off of it, but it would advise not doing that. The water pump is working flawlessly as well. I did an oil change today and it all looks good under there, and I didn't expect anything different form you. Thanks Bob.
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Glad to hear it
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Its what i do
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ill be down for a bit as the holidays are coming up. but everyone feel free to message me if something major happens or just to inquire! happy holidays! blasting again after jan. 1st!
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still got some room after the 2nd, hit me up
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