Wastegate rattle fix costs

Recker · 09-27-2017, 04:16 AM

Hey guys.
So pretty sure my N54 has developed the standard wastage rattle. Its done 164,000kms so i guess no surprise.
Just wondering if anyone can shed light on how much I'm looking at to have it fixed? Ive done some searches but couldn't find anyone saying costs.
If anyone could fill me in that would be great

iliketurtl3s · 09-27-2017, 04:40 AM

Replace turbos... 5k for new turbos plus install.

Recker · 09-27-2017, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by iliketurtl3s

Replace turbos... 5k for new turbos plus install.

No point just fixing the rattle?

Vish8895 · 09-27-2017, 05:31 AM

It is possible to remove the turbos and rebuild the wastegates/wastegate actuators.

There are kits readily available online and most competent garages should be able to remove them and carry out the work.

My local garage offers this service for £600 (800asd).

Brule · 09-27-2017, 04:08 PM

For a couple of hundred more you can buy new turbos with new waste gates.

PG · 09-27-2017, 04:50 PM

not a fix, wont help with boost issues. But MHD rattle-fix turned all the way to least lag/ most rattle has completely resolve all of my rattle (I know all it does is change the position). But I have been living with rattle-free life for a few months now and it rocks.

Recker · 09-27-2017, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by PG

not a fix, wont help with boost issues. But MHD rattle-fix turned all the way to least lag/ most rattle has completely resolve all of my rattle (I know all it does is change the position). But I have been living with rattle-free life for a few months now and it rocks.

Oh i wasnt aware MHD could help with that! Ive got a MHD stage 1 tune on it currently. Is it just in the settings?

BM335M · 09-27-2017, 06:51 PM

Yes its in the settings, check the options and flash the same map again. Takes 2 min.

Recker · 09-28-2017, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by PG

not a fix, wont help with boost issues. But MHD rattle-fix turned all the way to least lag/ most rattle has completely resolve all of my rattle (I know all it does is change the position). But I have been living with rattle-free life for a few months now and it rocks.

Just flashed it before mate, but found it only removed it when i had it all the way to the left on least rattle. Does this make it more laggy?

Socket · 09-29-2017, 09:17 PM

Only permanent fix is new turbos. Can get then fir $1600 new plus install of $1500
Otherwise get MHD or JB4 and adjust wastegste settings in minimal or leave them and enjoy the rattle after all its part of having a N54. Lots of cars have quirks that they are known for. Be proud of ur rattle lel

SilverStreak18 · 09-29-2017, 09:28 PM

Not sure how mechanically inclined you are but I plan to remove my turbos, remove the old wastegate components, install the new parts and then just have a shop weld the arm for me. Wastegate replacement kit was 75+ shipping from VVT, having a shop weld the arms should only run about $50 and I got a turbo install kit from ECS for $240. So total cost should be under $400 US. I plan to go single turbo in a couple years though so I'm just trying to extend the life of the stockers until then. The turbos pull hard under WOT, but are embarrassing driving around town with how bad they rattle.

Socket · 09-29-2017, 09:48 PM

Love the rattle

PG · 09-30-2017, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Recker

Quote:

Originally Posted by PG

not a fix, wont help with boost issues. But MHD rattle-fix turned all the way to least lag/ most rattle has completely resolve all of my rattle (I know all it does is change the position). But I have been living with rattle-free life for a few months now and it rocks.

Just flashed it before mate, but found it only removed it when i had it all the way to the left on least rattle. Does this make it more laggy?

I found it quite laggy. I still had some rattle with all the way to left, and now no rattle and very little lag with the slider all the way to the right.
Give it a try, only a 2min fix.

Mayuri Krab · 09-30-2017, 06:57 AM

Wastegate rattle is part of the N54 life...

Embrace it bro

=C= · 06-18-2018, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by iliketurtl3s

Replace turbos... 5k for new turbos plus install.

Stupid suggestion because new turbo's will also have the rattle. Unless you go for aftermarket new turbo's with modified/improved wastegate.

iliketurtl3s · 06-18-2018, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by =C=

Stupid suggestion because new turbo's will also have the rattle. Unless you go for aftermarket new turbo's with modified/improved wastegate.

More problems with aftermarket lol

Suggest again senpai

Mayuri Krab · 06-19-2018, 04:41 AM

Besides sounding like shit, is there any problem with just running them like that?

DR-JEKL · 06-19-2018, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Mayuri Krab

Besides sounding like shit, is there any problem with just running them like that?

They feel laggy and unresponsive.. You dont really notice it as they get worse over time, but when you drive a N54 with a fresh set the difference is huge!

BSG335 · 06-22-2018, 02:41 AM

Before you go changing turbos etc. check and test simple things like vacuum lines, canisters, boost solenoids. Any of these might contribute to at least some rattle.

iliketurtl3s · 06-22-2018, 03:28 AM

164k kms....

Mayuri Krab · 06-22-2018, 04:15 AM

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164k kms....

Coming from old Jap (performance) cars, guess I'm used to expecting stock turbos to last some what the life of the vehicle, unless you are running stupid excess boost levels and blowing them up. 😀

iliketurtl3s · 06-22-2018, 04:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Mayuri Krab

Coming from old Jap (performance) cars, guess I'm used to expecting stock turbos to last some what the life of the vehicle, unless you are running stupid excess boost levels and blowing them up. 😀

Haha. Defected from factory brah.

Jap honour > German honour haha

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09-27-2017, 05:31 AM	#4
Vish8895 Captain 74 Rep 641 Posts Drives: E92 M3 6MT Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Staffs, UK iTrader: (0)	It is possible to remove the turbos and rebuild the wastegates/wastegate actuators. There are kits readily available online and most competent garages should be able to remove them and carry out the work. My local garage offers this service for £600 (800asd). __________________ Current car: E92 M3 6MT Car history highlights: EP2 Civic, E92 335i M Sport, E92 325D M Sport - Stage 1, Mk5 Golf GTI - Stage 2+, E46 M3 6MT, E82 135i M Sport 6MT, Nissan 350z - Stage 3, Audi S3 - Stage 1 DSG, M135i Auto.
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Brule Brigadier General 827 Rep 3,189 Posts Drives: 2007 335i e92 6spd man Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Darwin iTrader: (0)	For a couple of hundred more you can buy new turbos with new waste gates.
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PG Second Lieutenant 41 Rep 244 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: May 2015 Location: Sydney iTrader: (0)	not a fix, wont help with boost issues. But MHD rattle-fix turned all the way to least lag/ most rattle has completely resolve all of my rattle (I know all it does is change the position). But I have been living with rattle-free life for a few months now and it rocks.
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BM335M Private First Class 40 Rep 165 Posts Drives: E90 335 M-Sport Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Yes its in the settings, check the options and flash the same map again. Takes 2 min. __________________ 08 335 M-sport \| 6AT \| E30 MHD Stage 2 + \| Wagner EVO 1 \| VRSF DPs \| Lux V7 \| Golf Tee mod \| M3 Style Front bar \| 400hp atw
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Socket Lieutenant General 4542 Rep 11,903 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Australia iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008 BMW E92 [0.00]	Only permanent fix is new turbos. Can get then fir $1600 new plus install of $1500 Otherwise get MHD or JB4 and adjust wastegste settings in minimal or leave them and enjoy the rattle after all its part of having a N54. Lots of cars have quirks that they are known for. Be proud of ur rattle lel
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09-29-2017, 09:28 PM	#11
SilverStreak18 Private First Class 40 Rep 198 Posts Drives: 08 SGM 335i Coupe Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: SC iTrader: (2)	Not sure how mechanically inclined you are but I plan to remove my turbos, remove the old wastegate components, install the new parts and then just have a shop weld the arm for me. Wastegate replacement kit was 75+ shipping from VVT, having a shop weld the arms should only run about $50 and I got a turbo install kit from ECS for $240. So total cost should be under $400 US. I plan to go single turbo in a couple years though so I'm just trying to extend the life of the stockers until then. The turbos pull hard under WOT, but are embarrassing driving around town with how bad they rattle.
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Mayuri Krab The Cheap Arse Asian 47 Rep 585 Posts Drives: E90 335i & R33 Skyline GTS-T Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Perth, Australia iTrader: (0)	Besides sounding like shit, is there any problem with just running them like that?
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BSG335 Driving in the slow lane 29 Rep 210 Posts Drives: E92 N54 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Sydney iTrader: (0)	Before you go changing turbos etc. check and test simple things like vacuum lines, canisters, boost solenoids. Any of these might contribute to at least some rattle.
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iliketurtl3s Captain 72 Rep 946 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	164k kms....
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