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Old 05-20-2006, 06:24 PM   #9
DustenT
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Originally Posted by mohaughn
I did the compression test last night, 175-185 on all cylinders. The second plug back had some oil on the top of the plug so I had to clean all of that up. I think that plug was torqued down to much when the last inspection 2 was performed as it was a real bear to remove it. I made sure the torque was right this time and will check it again in a few weeks for more oil accumulation.

So this project is officially on now that I know the engine is strong. I was pretty sure it was as it has always ran great, and it has been maintained above what BMW calls for. Wheels and tires were ordered last night, now all I have to do is order up a brake kit to do that when the wheels get here.
Replace your valve cover gaskets. That's where the oil is coming from.
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