[cpcrampton]

Went to put on my new downpipe on the M135i today, was creating a guide along the way for others to follow.

All was going well until i went to remove the lower V-clamp. The threads on the V-clamp were severely corroded to the point where i could pic the threads off the end of it. I didn't want to attempt to remove it in case i broke it all together, which is most likely going to happen as soon as i try to loosen the nut.

Anyway getting to the point... i need to buy a new V-clamp, is there anywhere online that sell them ? i need to get it delivered as i am away to Houston on Monday and wont be back until Sat afternoon.

the part number is : 18307620349

Thanks
Chris

 

[Spot the cat]

I know it sounds obvious,but you could always try Cotswold...

 

[Toube]

I noticed the same thing though mine still worked as I only had the car for 3 months. My mechanic told me that this clamp will break next time when removed. Sorry no info from where this part could be bought, tried googling?

 

[Toube]

Try from leebmann24.de:

http://www.leebmann24.de/schelle-1er-2er-3er-4er-18307620349.html

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[Octavius]

I would have soaked it in a releasing agent and left it overnight to work.

 

[cpcrampton]

I tried many googling attempts.. I will get my friend to pick one up for me at BMW while im gone.

do not really fancy ordering from outside the UK.

Removing the clamp will not be a problem, releasing agent will do the trick but i will definitely break the thing.

Anyway once i get a new one i will continue with my DIY guide and hope it helps others

 

[Toube]

I tried many googling attempts.. I will get my friend to pick one up for me at BMW while im gone.
do not really fancy ordering from outside the UK.
Removing the clamp will not be a problem, releasing agent will do the trick but i will definitely break the thing.
Anyway once i get a new one i will continue with my DIY guide and hope it helps others

Why not order from Leebmnann24? Put in an order today and receive it in the end of next week..?

 

[Blind Pugh]

Buy it from a bmw dealer near to you whilst in Houston it will much cheaper in the states.

 

[cpcrampton]

Not a bad plan bp.

 

[cpcrampton]

DougieM sorted me out and ordered it for me today. £15:80 i think so not a bank breaker, i had heard they were charging close to £50 for these.

 

[HEAVYD]

Mine snapped when I had the sports cat fitted, cost me £12 and had to have it shipped down from Scotland, the dealer had it in 3hrs for me!