Starters? N52

StradaRedlands · 03-02-2026, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike K

TYC installed about 6 months back with no issues so far. This HF flexible rachet makes quick work of that rear starter bolt too.

Did you get away without pulling the intake manifold?

Mike K · 03-02-2026, 10:09 PM

Just pulled the intake studs, and peeled the intake back. Just room to change out the intake gaskets too. Piece of cake!

StradaRedlands · 03-02-2026, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike K

Just pulled the intake studs, and peeled the intake back. Just room to change out the intake gaskets too. Piece of cake!

Great intel, thanks!

mainbearing · 03-07-2026, 12:26 PM

Nice double jointed swivel ratchet. Harbor Freight does not seem to have it any longer. Could always have another tool LOL.

And good info just peeling back the intake instead of messing with the harness by the throttle body like I did.

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mainbearing Colonel 1749 Rep 2,165 Posts Drives: BMW 328i Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: LA iTrader: (0)	Nice double jointed swivel ratchet. Harbor Freight does not seem to have it any longer. Could always have another tool LOL. And good info just peeling back the intake instead of messing with the harness by the throttle body like I did.
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