n55 OFHG DIY

Eschleae · 02-24-2016, 01:58 PM

So I've had a slight leak in the oil filter housing gasket for a little while now and I think it has gotten worse and need to get it replaced. I got quoted $1,000 at the dealership. I know it would be cheaper to go to indy shop but I have a basic knowledge of my cars engine and installed the JB4 and helped with my catless downpipes. Do you guys think the DIY is too complicated for someone with basic knowledge or is it pretty straight forward?

Jsoboti · 02-24-2016, 04:24 PM

There are multiple DIYs on the subject both with and without an oil cooler. It's not terribly complicated but does require some familiarization with your engine and what's under the hood

Sambonjo · 02-24-2016, 05:37 PM

I did this not long ago on my n55 and you will need to take the intake manifold off to get at the back bolt on the housing. Not terribly difficult, but pretty time consuming for a noob like me.

Eschleae · 02-24-2016, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Sambonjo

I did this not long ago on my n55 and you will need to take the intake manifold off to get at the back bolt on the housing. Not terribly difficult, but pretty time consuming for a noob like me.

How long did it take you?

Sambonjo · 02-25-2016, 12:14 PM

Took 4-5 hours including an oil change. I'm sure it can be done faster but that was the first time I've taken the intake manifold off so I was pretty slow.

Sambonjo · 02-25-2016, 12:15 PM

Also don't forget to bleed the cooling system once you've got it all back together.

Redfire03 · 02-25-2016, 07:59 PM

Your 1,000 is WAY better than my dealer quoted me. I got quoted $1600 from my dealer, 1,300 by an indy shop.

This was with an oil change and coolant change too.

Good news is I have a mechanic friend who did it over a weekend for $400 + materials.

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Sambonjo Private First Class 20 Rep 115 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 335 Xdrive 6MT Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 335 Xdrive [0.00]	I did this not long ago on my n55 and you will need to take the intake manifold off to get at the back bolt on the housing. Not terribly difficult, but pretty time consuming for a noob like me.
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Sambonjo Private First Class 20 Rep 115 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 335 Xdrive 6MT Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 335 Xdrive [0.00]	Took 4-5 hours including an oil change. I'm sure it can be done faster but that was the first time I've taken the intake manifold off so I was pretty slow.
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Sambonjo Private First Class 20 Rep 115 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 335 Xdrive 6MT Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 335 Xdrive [0.00]	Also don't forget to bleed the cooling system once you've got it all back together.
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Redfire03 Enlisted Member 10 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 2011 335I Xdrive M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Denver iTrader: (0)	Your 1,000 is WAY better than my dealer quoted me. I got quoted $1600 from my dealer, 1,300 by an indy shop. This was with an oil change and coolant change too. Good news is I have a mechanic friend who did it over a weekend for $400 + materials.
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