Im walnut blasting valves on n54 and n55 in central wi!
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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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Yo Β brakes 3rd or 4th?
- 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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I planned on it sir
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Generic bump
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Legit price on the blasting, it took me a while to do mine, but for that price i'd pay to have it done!
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starting to open back up. please contact me if you need assistance
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Im sorry for any delays as of late. Life has been tough. If you contacted me for a blast please re pm me. Due to the nature of my work schedule im forced to keep cars overnight so i can work on them at a slower pace asto not kill myself i know this is an inconvenience and hard to trust some guy on the forums. But i got a good reputation. Thanks for your understanding.
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Bump for a good guy I've trusted with my car.
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