Good morning,
I am looking to renew the timing chain and associated parts on my E30 318is M42. Is there a complete kit that can be purchased?
Many thanks
E
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Hello
There isnt a kit to replace the chain so it all depends on how deep you are going as in replacing sprockets, guides
etc.
If you can give me some indication as to what you want and an email address I will price it for you.
Regards
Jon
There isnt a kit to replace the chain so it all depends on how deep you are going as in replacing sprockets, guides
etc.
If you can give me some indication as to what you want and an email address I will price it for you.
Regards
Jon
Cotswold BMW Parts
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Just send the amount quoted as a gift to partscheltenham@cotswoldgroup.com, along with your name, reference number, delivery address and contact telephone number.
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EKWL
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Thanks Jon,
I’ve been doing a little bit of reading. I suspect I’ll need the following.
- timing chain
- cam sprockets
- crank sprocket
- deflection wheel
- tensioner
- all guides
- associated gaskets
I’m also after:
- rocker cover gasket
- sump gasket
I haven’t done this job on this engine before so I’d appreciate if you’d let me know if I have missed anything obvious or normally included in this job, seals, screws, etc.
Email address - Ellisleisk@hotmail.com
Thanks again,
E
I’ve been doing a little bit of reading. I suspect I’ll need the following.
- timing chain
- cam sprockets
- crank sprocket
- deflection wheel
- tensioner
- all guides
- associated gaskets
I’m also after:
- rocker cover gasket
- sump gasket
I haven’t done this job on this engine before so I’d appreciate if you’d let me know if I have missed anything obvious or normally included in this job, seals, screws, etc.
Email address - Ellisleisk@hotmail.com
Thanks again,
E
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Cotswoldbmw
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Hello
I have added everything I can think of and emailed you a quote on a seperate email.
The top cam sprockets are no longer available so they are not included on the quote.
Regards
Jon
I have added everything I can think of and emailed you a quote on a seperate email.
The top cam sprockets are no longer available so they are not included on the quote.
Regards
Jon
Cotswold BMW Parts
01242 335365
PayPal? - No Problem
Just send the amount quoted as a gift to partscheltenham@cotswoldgroup.com, along with your name, reference number, delivery address and contact telephone number.
01242 335365
PayPal? - No Problem
Just send the amount quoted as a gift to partscheltenham@cotswoldgroup.com, along with your name, reference number, delivery address and contact telephone number.
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EKWL
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Thanks Jon, email received.
Upon initial inspection, I believe I have another issue that I wish to rectify before sinking a lump of money in to replacing all of the timing components.
I need to replace the following items:
- The four oil sprayer nozzles
- Timing chain tensioner
- Oil pressure bypass (upgraded version)
- Rocker cover gasket
I believe I will also require the following gaskets to replace the above parts:
- Lower sump gasket
- Upper sump gasket
I believe I have included everything required to replace the above components. If there are any additional gaskets or one time use bolts or the like required to replace the above, please let me know and include them in the quote.
As always your assistance and time is greatly appreciated.
Many thanks,
E
Upon initial inspection, I believe I have another issue that I wish to rectify before sinking a lump of money in to replacing all of the timing components.
I need to replace the following items:
- The four oil sprayer nozzles
- Timing chain tensioner
- Oil pressure bypass (upgraded version)
- Rocker cover gasket
I believe I will also require the following gaskets to replace the above parts:
- Lower sump gasket
- Upper sump gasket
I believe I have included everything required to replace the above components. If there are any additional gaskets or one time use bolts or the like required to replace the above, please let me know and include them in the quote.
As always your assistance and time is greatly appreciated.
Many thanks,
E
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Cotswoldbmw
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Hello E
I have sent a quote on a seperate email, I have included everything I can think you will need.
The total will be £261.86
The above price is valid for 7 days from today.
All prices quoted are for Genuine BMW / MINI Parts, include discount for enquiring online and VAT and mainland UK postage.
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Payment by PayPal – Please send the payment to partscheltenham@cotswoldgroup.com
Quoting your customer reference and your delivery address.
For orders over £250.00 we will only accept bank transfer.
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Many Thanks
Jon
I have sent a quote on a seperate email, I have included everything I can think you will need.
The total will be £261.86
The above price is valid for 7 days from today.
All prices quoted are for Genuine BMW / MINI Parts, include discount for enquiring online and VAT and mainland UK postage.
YOUR CUSTOMER ORDER REFERENCE NUMBER IS – P56358
Payment Options:
For orders under £250.00
Payment by card - Please call 01242 335365 with your card details and customer reference number, please note the delivery address must be the same as the address the card is registered at.
Payment by PayPal – Please send the payment to partscheltenham@cotswoldgroup.com
Quoting your customer reference and your delivery address.
For orders over £250.00 we will only accept bank transfer.
Cotswold Motor Group Ltd
Bank: Barclays, One Snow Hill, Snow Hill Queensway, Birmingham B4 6GB
Bank Account: 40292230
Sort Code: 20-07-71
Please include your customer reference in the notes section but please call or email us with your delivery address.
PLEASE PROVIDE US WITH YOUR VEHICLE REGISTRATION OR CHASSIS NUMBER TO SECURE YOUR 2 YEAR MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY
For GDPR purposes please confirm if email is your preferred method of contact for any future communication or marketing from Cotswold. (We do not share your data with any 3rd parties).
Many Thanks
Jon
Cotswold BMW Parts
01242 335365
PayPal? - No Problem
Just send the amount quoted as a gift to partscheltenham@cotswoldgroup.com, along with your name, reference number, delivery address and contact telephone number.
01242 335365
PayPal? - No Problem
Just send the amount quoted as a gift to partscheltenham@cotswoldgroup.com, along with your name, reference number, delivery address and contact telephone number.
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EKWL
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Thanks Jon, called earlier today and spoke to one of your colleagues, Ross, to add a few parts. All sorted and payment sent.
Many thanks
Many thanks
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Payment recieved thanks, the order is in progress.
Cotswold BMW Parts
01242 335365
PayPal? - No Problem
Just send the amount quoted as a gift to partscheltenham@cotswoldgroup.com, along with your name, reference number, delivery address and contact telephone number.
01242 335365
PayPal? - No Problem
Just send the amount quoted as a gift to partscheltenham@cotswoldgroup.com, along with your name, reference number, delivery address and contact telephone number.
