Where to get bomb-proof gaskets?

Bimmer This · 02-11-2011, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by wtfmateim65

what about The v-band clamps? are we supposed to reuse the stockers or where can we buy another set because i haven't been able to find them on ar's website??

I'm sure he can get them.

cstmx_ryder · 02-11-2011, 10:22 AM

You can reuse the vbands

ar design · 02-11-2011, 01:06 PM

I can get them for you, but we typically re-use them over and over without issue.

wtfmateim65 · 02-11-2011, 02:37 PM

ok cool thats what I figured, the normal gaskets don't look as long-lasting for sure though. I just recently had turbos replaced so hopefully my v-bands are fairly new anyway, we'll see when I get in there!

Brey335i · 02-11-2011, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wtfmateim65

what about The v-band clamps? are we supposed to reuse the stockers or where can we buy another set because i haven't been able to find them on ar's website??

I picked up a pair from BMW after I broke mine. $50 for the pair... which is highway robbery

ar design · 02-11-2011, 02:52 PM

We break a decent amount of them manufacturing dps...... I agree, the price is absurd....

M3 Eater · 03-19-2011, 11:39 AM

been hearing a whistling during load. BMW said there is a bulletin on the gaskets from the turbo to the mouth of the down pipe. They looked like some weatherstripping during the dp install but I just bought some new ones and they are substantial. Im wondering how hard it will be to get the v bands back on with a new gasket. Anyone else have this issue?

Also I had to grab some vibrant 2.5 inch gaskets to replace the AR's if they look beat up. Anyone try these with 3 inch DP yet?

cstmx_ryder · 03-19-2011, 12:12 PM

So are you or aren't you taking it to the dealers?

If it's a for sure bulletin, I should probably make an appt to have mine checked?

I've only got 3000 miles left on the warranty.....

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Originally Posted by M3 Eater

been hearing a whistling during load. BMW said there is a bulletin on the gaskets from the turbo to the mouth of the down pipe. They looked like some weatherstripping during the dp install but I just bought some new ones and they are substantial. Im wondering how hard it will be to get the v bands back on with a new gasket. Anyone else have this issue?

Also I had to grab some vibrant 2.5 inch gaskets to replace the AR's if they look beat up. Anyone try these with 3 inch DP yet?

mase · 03-19-2011, 02:01 PM

opinion on reusing bomb-proof gaskets, or getting new ones on each install? I only had my dp's on for a few thousand miles..

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ar design 302 Rep 4,408 Posts Drives: 04 M3 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (9)	I can get them for you, but we typically re-use them over and over without issue.
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wtfmateim65 First Lieutenant 18 Rep 305 Posts Drives: AW 92 335i JB4 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Vegas iTrader: (2)	ok cool thats what I figured, the normal gaskets don't look as long-lasting for sure though. I just recently had turbos replaced so hopefully my v-bands are fairly new anyway, we'll see when I get in there!
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ar design 302 Rep 4,408 Posts Drives: 04 M3 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (9)	We break a decent amount of them manufacturing dps...... I agree, the price is absurd....
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mase Banned 60 Rep 446 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NYC iTrader: (27)	opinion on reusing bomb-proof gaskets, or getting new ones on each install? I only had my dp's on for a few thousand miles..
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