Good afternoon,
Thank you for visiting and to all of our customers (past and present). MRF has completed 2500 and counting rod bearing services and rebuilds and we are forever grateful for all of you who have trusted us with your beloved BMW M cars through the years. It goes without saying that it has been incredibly humbling for the continued support.
For years, MRF has been offering the most comprehensive and competitive Rod Bearing replacement/Repair services to our clients. With over 2500 M3’s now completed successfully, whether daily driven, raced on weekends or a weekend toy, MRF is the USA’s true leader for M3 rod bearing service, hands down.
The MRF Rod Bearing Procedure includes the following for a full, “Turn-Key” service to a very well documented and known issue with one of BMW’s best M engines.
• Clevite/Mahle MRF Specification Calico CT-1 Coated Extra Clearance Rod Bearing Set
• ARP S65B40 Rod Bolt Set (not off the shelf ARP hardware)
• 10W-60 LL-01 Oil
(OE Castrol or Liqui-Moly, or the new BMW “Twin Power”; your choice, same price)
• OE BMW Oil Filter
• OE BMW Oil Pan Gasket
• OE BMW Oil Pan Gasket Hardware Set
• OE BMW Oil Pickup O-rings.
• OE BMW Oil Pickup replacement hardware
• Power Steering System Hydraulic Fluid Exchange (OE Pentosin CHF-11S)
• Cooling System Drain & Refill (OE BMW Anti-freeze/Coolant)
• Engine oil pan fully cleaned and prepped for reinstallation. If you have a
damaged drain plug in the pan, during this time we will repair the drain,
install a custom sized time-sert. New drain plugs are always included with
our service.
• MRF Engineering 4-Wheel Alignment. If you have a track prepped vehicle,
this credit can be applied to our racing alignment service. Unfortunately
same day service is not available with this option, as the alignment setup
and procedure takes more time.
• Unparalleled experience in all things S65B40.
With vast experience with the E90, E92, E93 platform, our clients entrust
us with their M3’s for a guaranteed perfect job, each time and every time.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Another shop quoted me less for the job; why aren’t you cheaper?
A: We are aware that other shops in the area quote less for a rod bearing job. However, you must be sure that it is a true apples-to-apples comparison. Therefore we recommend that you confirm whether their pricing (1) includes ALL new and necessary fluids, (2) A 4 Wheel Alignment, (3) Coolant Drain + Refill and etc. along with the same quality hardware.
Q: Other shops quote less for the job if I use OEM hardware (bearings & bolts). Do you offer a discount for using OEM hardware?
A: No. We only recommend using specific ARP fasteners along with extra clearance bearings. Using OEM parts will only cause the problem to reoccur, thus requiring one to swap the bearings again after additional mileage. We believe it is better to solve the problem as best as possible (short of a full rebuild, grinding the crank, blueprinting) once and for all rather than periodic bearing replacements.
Q: Why do you use the bearing set that you do?
A: They are both manufactured by Clevite/Mahle, which was at some point BMW's OE bearing manufacturer as well. The difference here is that we are suing the correct size to prevent this catastrophic failure from happening in the future. Once this sercice is completed, you will not need to revisit this again in the future. This is a stop-gap solution to this dreaded problem our beloved E9x M3 face. The bearings we use have been around for a decade with a proven track record on thousands of cars. We use them in our own cars, and will continue to use what works well. If we could find a better solution, we will use it without hesitation.
Price: $2350.00
Depending on your mileage (if you have more than 40k) I would recommend you do your engine mounts now as well since they have to be removed anyway for the rod bearing service. It's an additional $120 for both OE BMW mounts (no extra labor, parts are sold to you at my cost). Parts are always in stock for this service and ready to go. Turn-around time is 1 day. If you need same day service, please arrive as early as possible to allow enough time for the car to cool down.
Please do not hesitate to contact us at any time with any types of questions or inquiries, we are always happy to take the time to best educate you and provide you with the experience we have under our belts so you can make the best possible decision for your vehicle.
As our E9x M3’s age, this service becomes more important as the miles pile on. It’s a small price to pay in comparison to a full engine rebuild or replacement. Often times, the damage can become catastrophic and a rebuild is no longer possible, making the financial burden much bigger in comparison to completing the bearing service.
As always, we thank you for all your support, trust and continued love for MRF through the years. This year marks 20 years since our operation began in 2004, and are beyond excited to stay around for years to come and be an integral part of the BMW community we all dearly love.
Best regards,
Malek@MRF Engineering
Thank you for visiting and to all of our customers (past and present). MRF has completed 2500 and counting rod bearing services and rebuilds and we are forever grateful for all of you who have trusted us with your beloved BMW M cars through the years. It goes without saying that it has been incredibly humbling for the continued support.
For years, MRF has been offering the most comprehensive and competitive Rod Bearing replacement/Repair services to our clients. With over 2500 M3’s now completed successfully, whether daily driven, raced on weekends or a weekend toy, MRF is the USA’s true leader for M3 rod bearing service, hands down.
The MRF Rod Bearing Procedure includes the following for a full, “Turn-Key” service to a very well documented and known issue with one of BMW’s best M engines.
• Clevite/Mahle MRF Specification Calico CT-1 Coated Extra Clearance Rod Bearing Set
• ARP S65B40 Rod Bolt Set (not off the shelf ARP hardware)
• 10W-60 LL-01 Oil
(OE Castrol or Liqui-Moly, or the new BMW “Twin Power”; your choice, same price)
• OE BMW Oil Filter
• OE BMW Oil Pan Gasket
• OE BMW Oil Pan Gasket Hardware Set
• OE BMW Oil Pickup O-rings.
• OE BMW Oil Pickup replacement hardware
• Power Steering System Hydraulic Fluid Exchange (OE Pentosin CHF-11S)
• Cooling System Drain & Refill (OE BMW Anti-freeze/Coolant)
• Engine oil pan fully cleaned and prepped for reinstallation. If you have a
damaged drain plug in the pan, during this time we will repair the drain,
install a custom sized time-sert. New drain plugs are always included with
our service.
• MRF Engineering 4-Wheel Alignment. If you have a track prepped vehicle,
this credit can be applied to our racing alignment service. Unfortunately
same day service is not available with this option, as the alignment setup
and procedure takes more time.
• Unparalleled experience in all things S65B40.
With vast experience with the E90, E92, E93 platform, our clients entrust
us with their M3’s for a guaranteed perfect job, each time and every time.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Another shop quoted me less for the job; why aren’t you cheaper?
A: We are aware that other shops in the area quote less for a rod bearing job. However, you must be sure that it is a true apples-to-apples comparison. Therefore we recommend that you confirm whether their pricing (1) includes ALL new and necessary fluids, (2) A 4 Wheel Alignment, (3) Coolant Drain + Refill and etc. along with the same quality hardware.
Q: Other shops quote less for the job if I use OEM hardware (bearings & bolts). Do you offer a discount for using OEM hardware?
A: No. We only recommend using specific ARP fasteners along with extra clearance bearings. Using OEM parts will only cause the problem to reoccur, thus requiring one to swap the bearings again after additional mileage. We believe it is better to solve the problem as best as possible (short of a full rebuild, grinding the crank, blueprinting) once and for all rather than periodic bearing replacements.
Q: Why do you use the bearing set that you do?
A: They are both manufactured by Clevite/Mahle, which was at some point BMW's OE bearing manufacturer as well. The difference here is that we are suing the correct size to prevent this catastrophic failure from happening in the future. Once this sercice is completed, you will not need to revisit this again in the future. This is a stop-gap solution to this dreaded problem our beloved E9x M3 face. The bearings we use have been around for a decade with a proven track record on thousands of cars. We use them in our own cars, and will continue to use what works well. If we could find a better solution, we will use it without hesitation.
Price: $2350.00
Depending on your mileage (if you have more than 40k) I would recommend you do your engine mounts now as well since they have to be removed anyway for the rod bearing service. It's an additional $120 for both OE BMW mounts (no extra labor, parts are sold to you at my cost). Parts are always in stock for this service and ready to go. Turn-around time is 1 day. If you need same day service, please arrive as early as possible to allow enough time for the car to cool down.
Please do not hesitate to contact us at any time with any types of questions or inquiries, we are always happy to take the time to best educate you and provide you with the experience we have under our belts so you can make the best possible decision for your vehicle.
As our E9x M3’s age, this service becomes more important as the miles pile on. It’s a small price to pay in comparison to a full engine rebuild or replacement. Often times, the damage can become catastrophic and a rebuild is no longer possible, making the financial burden much bigger in comparison to completing the bearing service.
As always, we thank you for all your support, trust and continued love for MRF through the years. This year marks 20 years since our operation began in 2004, and are beyond excited to stay around for years to come and be an integral part of the BMW community we all dearly love.
Best regards,
Malek@MRF Engineering
