Article by: Paul Axford Applies to: all models with the vane style air flow meter (this article was written with a 730i). The AFM is an early-80’s relic from the second generation of electronic fuel injection. This massive sensor sitting dead-center on top of the engine does two things – […]

Article by: Jack M. Article applies to: e39 M5 and Z8 (S62B50 engines) Hello all! I just wanted to share my S62 engine rebuild in my 2000 E39 M5. I have been lurking around your forums for a few years and have learned a lot from it. Thank-you very much!! […]

Article by: 8Tech Article applies to: all models with the M70 V12 engine. Ok, so the next chapter in my eagerly awaited, is how to install an engine oil cooler on the V12. I have a slight advantage as with a CSi I already have one but with the mods […]

Article by: 8Tech Article applies to: all models with the M70 V12 engine. Ok, so the next chapter in my eagerly awaited, is how to install an engine oil cooler on the V12. I have a slight advantage as with a CSi I already have one but with the mods […]

Article by: Sean Article applies to: All BMW models with the M70 V12 engine. Problem: When replacing my water pump (all belts removed) I felt some shaft play on my alternator. Although the voltaqe regulator with brushes were recently replaced, I decided to replace the alternator when I could lay […]

Article by: Paul Axford Applies to: All models with the M30 big six engine (this article was written with a 730i). Note: some variations exist with early renditions installed in e9 and e12 models. The photo below indicates where some of these sensors are located. a) Cleaning the high-tension ignition […]