Wastegate rattle Fix

marcvtec · 05-31-2015, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by jamestpc

is that what you did? new turbos and actuators?

What'd that run you? I'm sure the actuators are more robust? Are the turbos different in terms of requiring a tune?

Ya OEM turbo's from dealer with updated rod, at 20 % off using BMW trunorth.
Around 800 each plus 900 install, so like $ 2500 plus tax all said and done.
Been silent ever since and i, m still running 19 psi daily,

amathew87 · 07-07-2015, 12:06 PM

Hi,
I bought a 2009 335i convertible with about 65k on it 3 months ago and the rattling is driving me nuts and I am panicking. Does the tightening fix work or did you change the turbos?

Did you change the turbos at the same store that you previously gave the number to?

Have you had any issues after changing the turbos?
Thanks.

amathew87 · 07-07-2015, 12:12 PM

Also, the number for U and I auto you mentioned is out of service

could you help with this?

marcvtec · 07-07-2015, 08:05 PM

Hey, U and I went under, goto Ivo at columbus auto.

Cheers!

And new turbos are mint zero rattle so far , thank goodness!

kenmar · 07-13-2015, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by amathew87

Hi,
... Have you had any issues after changing the turbos?

I changed my turbos under CPO warranty 9 mos. ago and the rattling came back at startup and cold idle within 6 mos. I've heard other owners complain about the WG rattle coming back even after replacing the turbos too.

JakesJB4 · 04-13-2016, 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marcvtec

Ya OEM turbo's from dealer with updated rod, at 20 % off using BMW trunorth.
Around 800 each plus 900 install, so like $ 2500 plus tax all said and done.
Been silent ever since and i, m still running 19 psi daily,

Hey Marcvtec, what is bmw trunorth? How are your turbos holding up?
Also did you but your turbos directly from bmw?

marcvtec · 04-22-2016, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JakesJB4

Hey Marcvtec, what is bmw trunorth? How are your turbos holding up?
Also did you but your turbos directly from bmw?

Turbo's doing well at 19.5 PSI, no rattles.
We get a discount using our sponsors directly from BMW.
Cheers

Ilma · 04-23-2016, 02:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marcvtec

Turbo's doing well at 19.5 PSI, no rattles.
We get a discount using our sponsors directly from BMW.
Cheers

How are you running 19 psi without using meth or E85

marcvtec · 04-24-2016, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Ilma

How are you running 19 psi without using meth or E85

it works well, timing is good with custom tune.
nothing new with this.

Ameer666 · 06-29-2016, 12:13 AM

okay idid this fix today and it worked like charm, if anyone lives around toronto downtown area ill help you guys do the fix .

Maxim93 · 07-01-2016, 11:20 AM

What did you do to fix it????

amathew87 · 07-01-2016, 05:38 PM

Hey, If you could help me with this, it would be great..are you around this weekend?

Ameer666 · 07-02-2016, 02:19 AM

just follow this video

and yeah amathew87 check your inbox

Ameer666 · 07-02-2016, 02:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maxim93

What did you do to fix it????

all you gotta do is loosen the 10mm bolt on the wastgate actuator and tight the actuator rod with 4mm wrench and rotate 2 and half revolutions then tight back the 10mm bolt . this fix works wonders and now my 335i has better throttle response and no beer can rattles lol

carloverp · 07-05-2016, 12:59 AM

The underlying issue is the flapper bushings coming loose, when you tighten the actuating rods it's just a temporary fix just like all the software patches. The only real way to fix it, like mentioned above is to replace the turbos with updated rods or remove your old turbos and purchase a kit online similar to this one.
http://turbolabofamerica.com/bmw-135...le-repair-fix/

NotQuickEnough · 07-05-2016, 03:34 PM

It's still super slimy of BMW to not include Canada and rest of world in extended turbo warranty.

F30-3'ER · 07-12-2016, 08:51 AM

PM sent

F30-3'ER · 07-15-2016, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ameer666

all you gotta do is loosen the 10mm bolt on the wastgate actuator and tight the actuator rod with 4mm wrench and rotate 2 and half revolutions then tight back the 10mm bolt . this fix works wonders and now my 335i has better throttle response and no beer can rattles lol

Bigups to Amer666!!

He took the time out of his busy day to take a stab at my failing turbos. The rattle is less, and no more limp mode in 4th gear (high RPM) I know it's temporary, but mad props to dealing with a GREAT dude! Wouldn't even take a case of beer from me lol!!

All around good guy!!

Ameer666 · 07-16-2016, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by LOVE4THEEE92COUPE

Bigups to Amer666!!

He took the time out of his busy day to take a stab at my failing turbos. The rattle is less, and no more limp mode in 4th gear (high RPM) I know it's temporary, but mad props to dealing with a GREAT dude! Wouldn't even take a case of beer from me lol!!

All around good guy!!

Im glad i was able to help you out man , hope you dont get that limp mode anytime soon

WarhawkX · 07-21-2016, 08:53 PM

Any Chance you could help me with the rattle? Its only happening only during deceleration.

FRT · 07-27-2016, 08:19 PM

Just did this fix. Works great now thank you. No more rattles! (for now anyway) can hear the engine.
Did it from below as it's a RHD has steering through above.
Took about 1 hour inc making a little tool to turn the rod. I can post a pic if anyone's interested.

Black 335i MS sedan. 2007 done 74klm.

Treize · 08-07-2016, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FRT

Just did this fix. Works great now thank you. No more rattles! (for now anyway) can hear the engine.
Did it from below as it's a RHD has steering through above.
Took about 1 hour inc making a little tool to turn the rod. I can post a pic if anyone's interested.

Black 335i MS sedan. 2007 done 74klm.

Wouldn't mind seeing some more pics.

Also, anyone know where I can pick up a 4mm wrench? They aren't easy to find...

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carloverp Enlisted Member 3 Rep 37 Posts Drives: 07 335i Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Ottawa iTrader: (0)	The underlying issue is the flapper bushings coming loose, when you tighten the actuating rods it's just a temporary fix just like all the software patches. The only real way to fix it, like mentioned above is to replace the turbos with updated rods or remove your old turbos and purchase a kit online similar to this one. http://turbolabofamerica.com/bmw-135...le-repair-fix/
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FRT Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: NZ iTrader: (0)	Just did this fix. Works great now thank you. No more rattles! (for now anyway) can hear the engine. Did it from below as it's a RHD has steering through above. Took about 1 hour inc making a little tool to turn the rod. I can post a pic if anyone's interested. Black 335i MS sedan. 2007 done 74klm.
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