[mxchris727]

I think that "priming" procedure is BS for the OFHG. I'm sure it's beneficial if you replace rod bearings or something, but the engine will "prime" oil pressure much quicker while idling then attempting to crank it for 30 seconds.

As for the N54, it has many more ancillary component failures (injectors, turbos, etc...) but the engines themselves never fail unless it's caused by one of those components. For example, an old injector leaking fuel into the oil causing it to dilute thus spinning a bearing. This OFHG engine failure topic has never come up on the n54 forums.

My .02 is to buy an oil pressure gauge and use it right after the repair. With the stock pressure switch only tripping whilst under 7PSI, it's useless.