Intake valve cleaning shops? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

LIVE335 · 11-08-2012, 06:51 PM

Anyone know where to get this done for less than $800???

Eric the Ricer · 11-08-2012, 08:10 PM

DIY. just scrape it really hard with a screwdriver.

cssnms · 11-09-2012, 09:56 AM

Clem and Flemmings come to mind.

bigdaddycane · 11-09-2012, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by cssnms

Clem and Flemmings come to mind.

+1 Clem did mine.

Stucks · 01-16-2013, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Luther@Fleming Automotive

Yes we perform the intake valve cleanings. Takes about 2 hrs. Cost is 430.00 and it includes new intake manifold gaskets. Message me or give us a call to set up an appointment!

+1, clem or fleming automotive. Luther Fleming did the valve cleaning on my car.

BoominChu · 01-17-2013, 10:22 AM

Fleming FTW!!!

Nightman · 01-28-2013, 12:50 PM

This is the before and after from Fleming

FormerRotor · 01-30-2013, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Luther@Fleming Automotive

Yes we perform the intake valve cleanings. Takes about 2 hrs. Cost is 430.00 and it includes new intake manifold gaskets. Message me or give us a call to set up an appointment!

Hi, Luther,

Would this include walnut blasting the manifold as well or only the valve cleaning & associated disassembly & reassembly? Also, at what interval do you suggest performing this?

Thanks!

bigdaddycane · 01-30-2013, 03:45 PM

Intake manifold? No... it's plastic and does not see any carbon buildup....it does not get blasted....only the section of the head where the intake valve resides.

FormerRotor · 01-30-2013, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by bigdaddycane

Intake manifold? No... it's plastic and does not see any carbon buildup....it does not get blasted....only the section of the head where the intake valve resides.

Thanks, bdc. I Misstated/understood. Thanks for the clarification.

Luther@Fleming Automotive · 02-10-2013, 03:29 PM

Thanks for clearing that up for him BDC!

tres · 02-11-2013, 01:01 PM

i have had work done to my car from luther and clem. both very excellent the customer service these guys have i havent seen a shop replicate and ive been to a few shops in md

AlBinVA · 02-12-2013, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by bigdaddycane

+1 Clem did mine.

And where is Clem located?

DJtoad · 03-15-2013, 04:30 PM

Took my 535i to Luther @ Fleming in Hyattsville today. He did a great job and I learned quite a bit by watching him. Even though it's only been 25K miles since my last intake cleaning, there was considerable build-up on the valves in cylinders 5 and 6. The idle is much better now and the miss/hesitation I had under light and moderate acceleration is gone. I highly recommend him.

mym32fast · 03-15-2013, 09:16 PM

Not to sound like a total noob but is a walnut blast the same or as thorough as a intake cleaning job done at Clem? Just seeing if a walnut blast will get it just as clean as the pic shown above is. Sorry if it's a noob question.

scottp999 · 03-15-2013, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by mym32fast

Not to sound like a total noob but is a walnut blast the same or as thorough as a intake cleaning job done at Clem? Just seeing if a walnut blast will get it just as clean as the pic shown above is. Sorry if it's a noob question.

I think Clem walnut blasts as well. PM him to make sure. Had RB's turbos installed at Clem's, exhaust, downpipes, and inter cooler. All excellent.

Nice to know Flemings is also a nearby option.

335dFan · 03-15-2013, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by FormerRotor

Thanks, bdc. I Misstated/understood. Thanks for the clarification.

Is there any difference in this procedure between 335 gassers and 335 oil burners?

jl335i · 03-16-2013, 06:02 PM

+1 for Luther at Flemings. Had my done a couple of weeks ago with 55k miles. My random misfire seems to have disappeared. Car runs great.

Luther also hooked me up with a great deal on new wheels (AG M550s).

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DJtoad Private First Class Drives: 2010 535i M Sport Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 188 iTrader: (1)	Took my 535i to Luther @ Fleming in Hyattsville today. He did a great job and I learned quite a bit by watching him. Even though it's only been 25K miles since my last intake cleaning, there was considerable build-up on the valves in cylinders 5 and 6. The idle is much better now and the miss/hesitation I had under light and moderate acceleration is gone. I highly recommend him. __________________ 2010 535i M Sport - Platinum Gray/Dakota Black/Anthracite Bamboo Premium, Value, Cold Weather, Sport Auto, Navigation, Satellite, Logic 7, Comfort Access, Park Distance, Fold Down Rear Seats, Heated Rear Seats, Rear Side Airbags, JB4 Stage 3, BMS DCIs, BMS OCC, Proform Clear Bra, LUX H8 LED angel eyes

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mym32fast Private Drives: 2008 335XI Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 93 iTrader: (2)	Not to sound like a total noob but is a walnut blast the same or as thorough as a intake cleaning job done at Clem? Just seeing if a walnut blast will get it just as clean as the pic shown above is. Sorry if it's a noob question.

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jl335i New Member Drives: 335i Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 25 iTrader: (1)	+1 for Luther at Flemings. Had my done a couple of weeks ago with 55k miles. My random misfire seems to have disappeared. Car runs great. Luther also hooked me up with a great deal on new wheels (AG M550s). __________________ JB4 G5 ISO l Dinan CAI l AR Catted DPs l Koni Yellows l Eibach Pro l Stoptech Rotors/Pads l 35% Tint

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