Redline Speed Worx (RSW) S55 Crank Hub Upgrade Information!!!

[9SECDD]

Originally Posted by TPG Tuning

It seems most people are offended that we are offering this kit. I think it needs to be understood that this IS an issue. How widespread we don't know and honestly it is irrelevant. We had this issue personally happen to us, instead of sitting back and blaming BMW we chose to remedy the issue ourselves. At that time we made this option available to the public. It is always a choice, however isn't it nice to have that choice?

Having companies continue to advance the platform you have chosen to invest is a good thing. Companies like Redline Speed Worx have taken it upon themselves to educate you even further on the topic and offer a hell of a deal on installation. This doesn't mean you are forced to do it, but it's great to know that well known and respected shops are on board and ready to assist you if you do unfortunately come across this problem.

Hard to imagine how anyone can ever be offended by being offered a choice. Ignorance and denial are bliss, I suppose. I'm RSWs customer zero and am so relieved to not have to worry about this possibility anymore. Drove home from work tonight on jb4 custom map 6 with very high boost (probably higher than it should be with 93, but i'm still experimenting...lol). freakin awesome...and worry-free. plan on hitting the drag strip this sunday with race gas and max boost. no spinning crank hub for me.

thank you TPG for this option. thanks to RSW for the great install and friendly service.

[sA x sKy]

Originally Posted by SALES@RSW

I'm sure you don't have an m3/m4 as a loaner either I assume Sameet?

Also you had to return your car to stock to have it done, right?

Thanks for the update, hopefully you get her back soon!

No lol. A 428i gran coupe. And yep, had to take out the meth, downpipes, intake, and JB4. Hopefully get it back later today!

[SALES@RSW]

Originally Posted by sA x sKy

No lol. A 428i gran coupe. And yep, had to take out the meth, downpipes, intake, and JB4. Hopefully get it back later today!

Fingers Crossed!

[SALES@RSW]

Originally Posted by NJ-M4

Hard to imagine how anyone can ever be offended by being offered a choice. Ignorance and denial are bliss, I suppose. I'm RSWs customer zero and am so relieved to not have to worry about this possibility anymore. Drove home from work tonight on jb4 custom map 6 with very high boost (probably higher than it should be with 93, but i'm still experimenting...lol). freakin awesome...and worry-free. plan on hitting the drag strip this sunday with race gas and max boost. no spinning crank hub for me.

thank you TPG for this option. thanks to RSW for the great install and friendly service.

You're welcome!

Glad to hear she's ripping in map 6

[EALm4]

what's the installation time average about or how much would a rough estimate would be for a shop to do this?

[SALES@RSW]

Originally Posted by EALm4

what's the installation time average about or how much would a rough estimate would be for a shop to do this?

Sorry Eal but this is not a sales thread, cannot post estimates or costs on here!

Feel free to contact your local performance shop, or TPG, or US or any other vendor for pricing information via PM or email!

[EALm4]

Noted. I think this is a reasonable precautionary upgrade.

[SALES@RSW]

Originally Posted by EALm4

Noted. I think this is a reasonable precautionary upgrade.

We do too!

[VCP]

Let's hope this is a easier convince than getting people to accept doing rod bearings in the S65 as a maintenance procedure. 4 years of painful threads for me

Originally Posted by SALES@RSW

We're trying!!!

As said in the original post, we are by no means trying to scare M3/M4 owners into doing this procedure, merely offering it for those who are concerned.

We also agree that this is a real issue, we believe there is no question we are going to see more fail.

[SALES@RSW]

Originally Posted by VCP

Let's hope this is a easier convince than getting people to accept doing rod bearings in the S65 as a maintenance procedure. 4 years of painful threads for me

And you would of thought after the E46 they would of been aware of BMW's apparent neglect of rod/bearing tolerances too funny!

[VCP]

Lesson: Never assume anything

Originally Posted by SALES@RSW

And you would of thought after the E46 they would of been aware of BMW's apparent neglect of rod/bearing tolerances too funny!

[esrt]

PM for price of kit

[SALES@RSW]

Originally Posted by esrt

PM for price of kit

You have PM sir!

[MMMCOOKIES55]

I honestly do not see why people are getting so offended over this kit. You just purchased a $70-$80,000 car and you are going to complain about a 1500.00 mod that prevents your engine from potentially blowing up? some people, wow. And to the guy that will quote my post and say "im glad some of us have money to blow". Yes if you are on this forum and just bought an F8x M3/4, you should have money to blow... If you do not then you should not have bought the vehicle or at the least modded it...

[A Frankfurt]

Originally Posted by SALES@RSW

And you would of thought after the E46 they would of been aware of BMW's apparent neglect of rod/bearing tolerances too funny!

Exactly. Just like S65 and S85 rod bearing issues.
BMW still denies an issue and some owners still don't want to commit.
Crank hub is a great peace of mind.
Doing out first install on Monday

[M4 CSL]

Originally Posted by TPG Tuning

Thank you everyone at RSW very much . Top notch shop and very happy to be working with you.

Mine Arrived, I have them sitting on my desk. Haven't had time to get them fitted yet.

Happy to put this potential issue to bed and get on with modding. Thanks TPG.

[SALES@RSW]

Originally Posted by Autohaus Frankfurt

Exactly. Just like S65 and S85 rod bearing issues.
BMW still denies an issue and some owners still don't want to commit.
Crank hub is a great peace of mind.
Doing out first install on Monday

Yup, what this guy said!!!