!! just occurred to me,, if you have the engine off, and grab the end of the crank and pull and push it should not visibly move(much) if it slides in and out it would be a sure sign the thrust bearing is gone... I have not tried this on a BMW but it works on a small block chevy and most other engines.. __________________
Dave - PDX
1995 318ti - Active Black and Tan.
2005 330xi - Mtech 1 - 6spd - Orient Blue/Black |