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      10-27-2022, 01:37 PM   #1
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Mods to improve reliability?

2022 G20 M-Sport. Are there any mods that could potentially improve the car's reliability?
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      10-27-2022, 01:48 PM   #2
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On a stock car? Stay on top of oil changes and you'll be golden.
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On a stock car? Stay on top of oil changes and you'll be golden.
All stock. I've been changing the oil every 5k miles.

I may plan on putting lowering springs and jjsy wider wheel/tire setup.
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All stock. I've been changing the oil every 5k miles.

I may plan on putting lowering springs and jjsy wider wheel/tire setup.
As well as checking coolant levels frequently. My 19' 330i would still consume coolant on faster than average vehicles. Same thing for my 22' M340i.
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No mods on a 4 cylinder will improve reliability. Regular maintenance is just the key.
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No mods on a 4 cylinder will improve reliability. Regular maintenance is just the key.
On a 6 or 8 they would? Why the distinction?

OP, since the car is stock, I can only think of a freer flowing exhaust, or maybe larger radiator and intercooler if you track / drive aggressively all the time.

Otherwise, get the highest octane gas you can, and keep up with oil/filter changes as mentioned.
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On a 6 or 8 they would? Why the distinction?

OP, since the car is stock, I can only think of a freer flowing exhaust, or maybe larger radiator and intercooler if you track / drive aggressively all the time.

Otherwise, get the highest octane gas you can, and keep up with oil/filter changes as mentioned.
Some of the 6s and 8s have crank hub problems. There a crank hub upgrade that improves reliability.
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Some of the 6s and 8s have crank hub problems. There a crank hub upgrade that improves reliability.
S55 is the only engine where it fails unless you are pushing 600 WHP or something. The V8s don't use that design.
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S55 is the only engine where it fails unless you are pushing 600 WHP or something. The V8s don't use that design.
E92 M3 V8 has rod bearing problems.
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;first thing is PPF, it'll make it more reliable
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E92 M3 V8 has rod bearing problems.
Uh, you said crank hub. S55 is the only engine with crank hub failures stock.
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Don't take this the wrong way, but my guess is that you won't own that G20 long enough to encounter long-term reliability problems.
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The best thing for reliability is NOT to modify your car.

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^^ regular oil, filter (oil & air) changes. Change ignition coils and spark plugs a bit before recommended.... and has been said... don't mod. no wheel spacers, no boost, no nothing. just drive it. I DO like to make sure mine is up to temp (water, oil, and Trans) before I get on it. That might help as well.
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All stock. I've been changing the oil every 5k miles.

I may plan on putting lowering springs and jjsy wider wheel/tire setup.
Lowering it will reduce its reliability. If you’re comfortable with that…
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The best thing for reliability is NOT to modify your car.

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I love the N54

My n54 E92 just dul cone intake 170k and counting
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