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      04-17-2019, 07:34 PM   #7
Wgosma
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Good luck.
Another site worth bookmarking is Newtis.info; it's basically the service/repair resource BMW technicians use as reference.

Let us know how the water pump/:thermostat install goes...I've been pondering doing that myself but it looks like a bear of a job due to where those components are located.
Water pump and thermostat are easy if you can, say, install a downpipe. Takes 2-3 hours. Just be ready for the downpour

You should renew the hose between the pump and the thermostat as well. It doesn't do well with reinstalling since it's malleable. Don't forget to replace those stretch bolts that connect the pump to the block. They are not meant to be reused.
Thanks. 2-3 hours seems pretty quick based on what I've read in few posts. Obviously doable but looks bit unpleasant- I need to mull the DIY idea over a bit.
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