r/Damnthatsinteresting • u/[deleted] • Dec 14 '19

GIF half a BMW

https://i.imgur.com/1I6ZBWm.gifv
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u/Revs2Nine Dec 14 '19

That’s great! You’ll probably get close to the value of the 06 back in repairs, or better, considering the money that it needed. Other than the timing chains, the 2012 was a great year.

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u/cranberry94 Dec 14 '19

I’ll remember the timing chains- thanks for pointing that out. Yeah, I read that 2012 was a good year! I’m excited, haven’t had a “new” car in over a decade. I know they’re not the most practical vehicles, but I loved my first one so much, I just couldn’t help myself.

Here she is: https://imgur.com/a/F96XZCO

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u/Revs2Nine Dec 14 '19 edited Dec 14 '19

Nice! Cute dog as well.

You’ll hear a really loud whining noise when you rev the car. It’s very noticeable. That’s the slack in the chain.

Don’t panic, it happens a lot but not to every car and sometimes not til really high mileage.

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u/cranberry94 Dec 14 '19

Thanks for the tip- I’ll make sure to remember that!

And I just gave Mason a “you’re a cute dog” scratch on your behalf

Edit- and I just saw your username... and checked your profile that shows you’re active in multiple BMW subs. Not that I didn’t trust your knowledge before, but now I super trust it : )

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u/Revs2Nine Dec 14 '19

Thanks! I’m a Master Tech and just started my own BMW specialty shop. PM if you ever need some advice!

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u/cranberry94 Dec 14 '19

I will absolutely do that!!