seeking - all E9x M3 - Big end bearing issues

[Dion-ZN]

Hi guy,
I'm busy compiling a case study (that could benefit everyone), on the big end bearing and how Mahle Clevite reacted to the issues, including the comments from the EU on the issue of copper / lead bearing.
I need to know the following:

1> who had their big end bearing replaced during warranty
2> who replaced theirs at BMW after warranty had expired
3> who had theirs replace at other repairers after warranty

If you like, you could PM me the details. or send me your details to my email address: [email protected]

Guys, please assist here.

Thanks,

 

[KidB]

Hi Dion,

What information do you wish to pull from the stats?
Isn't things like mileage, oil change interval, oil type used, proper engine warm up procedure and driving style also important?

I just did an oil change, and am around 61'000 kms.
I haven't changed the bearings yet, but i am going to send the oil for analysis to wear check.

 

[Dion-ZN]

Hi Dion,

What information do you wish to pull from the stats?
Isn't things like mileage, oil change interval, oil type used, proper engine warm up procedure and driving style also important?

I just did an oil change, and am around 61'000 kms.
I haven't changed the bearings yet, but i am going to send the oil for analysis to wear check.

Hey,
For now, just who's had theirs replaced.

tx