This bearing part number carries the Blue code and should only be used to replace other Blue bearings unless the crankshaft is machined a smaller bearing …
Here at Lang Racing we’ve grown accustomed to the intense maintenance that BMW Motorsport engines require.
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This premature component failure appears to occur because the connecting rod bearing clearance to journal ratio for S65/S85 engines is smaller than recommended by engine builders. The shell is the top half of the bearing and fits in the connecting rod itself. Engine manufacturers, including BMW, color-code their bearing parts to match crankshaft and connecting rod sizes. The rod bearings on the S85 engines don’t seem to last anywhere near as long as they do on the standard 5 or 6 series engines.
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Some engines have been known to fail within 60,000 miles. Since the labor is straightforward to replace the rod bearings on this V10 we have begun offering this service for our customers. Engine manufacturers, including BMW, color-code their bearing parts to match crankshaft and connecting rod sizes.
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This upper bearing part number carries the Violet code and should only be used to replace other Violet bearings. Free Shipping.
(We found a pretty extensive write-up about this S65 rod bearing issue at m3post.com.) Research shows that BMW could have added a bit more clearance on the upper shell of the bearing to allow more sufficient oil flow. You can set the denomination in your cart during checkout. (Like any high performance engine) One of the most troublesome is the premature failure of the connecting rod bearings.
50.00mm - Blue Brand: ES#: 2542535.