Advice Removing Rocker Cover Z3 1.9

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David
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Advice Removing Rocker Cover Z3 1.9

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Hi guys,

I'd like some advice on removing the rocker cover on a 1.9 M43 Z3 please.

Looks like I need to replace the gasket, and I will also tidy the cover up during the process.

The Internet seems scarce of any instructions for the 4-cyl engines, so I was hoping somebody on here could offer some instructions/advice/clicky links to help me on my way!

Thanks in advance,
David


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Re: Advice Removing Rocker Cover Z3 1.9

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The 318ti.org website has lots of M44 engine advice, as that car shares many elements of the M44 Z3. Have a look at:

http://www.318ti.org/forum/showthread.php?t=12007
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Thanks BladeRunner,

That's the one link I did manage to find also.

My only concern is this - how much difference is there between the M44 and M43 engine?


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Re: Advice Removing Rocker Cover Z3 1.9

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DavidZ3 wrote:Thanks BladeRunner,

That's the one link I did manage to find also.

My only concern is this - how much difference is there between the M44 and M43 engine?


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The difference is in the number of camshafts - 2 for the M44 - 16v; 1 for M43 -8v;

The location of the spark plugs is also a bit different but that should not be a problem.
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kkkrisss wrote:
The difference is in the number of camshafts - 2 for the M44 - 16v; 1 for M43 -8v;

The location of the spark plugs is also a bit different but that should not be a problem.
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Re: Advice Removing Rocker Cover Z3 1.9

Post by Jonco »

Did mine 6 weeks ago - most of the points are covered in this discussion and attachments http://zroadster.org/forum/threads/m44- ... post-48124.
The fiddly bit is landing the cover and new gasket at the rear due to restricted access under cable tray otherwise it is straightforward.
I would suggest you change all associated profile gaskets while you are at it including bolt vibration/seal rubbers and oil header inlet O ring.

EDIT - sorry misread the M43 bit and replied in a rush :oops:
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