[QUiKSR20]

Originally Posted by Billfitz

The oil pump isn't a problem, the timing chain is. When the timing chain goes it usually takes out the oil pump as well. The underlying problem is the tensioner. That should be replaced ASAP. https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...xoCRtkQAvD_BwE

Oh damn I thought it was a two part issue ( chain & pump ), I have a pump whine like when the bearing in your alternator starts going bad but not much of any metallic sounds.. Car warms up and sound is completely gone, Ill look into that tensioner and ultimately the whole chain guide kit.

From what I can tell thats the only real major issue to look out for, That and a water pump in the future just due to age/miles.

The car has been great and mostly trouble free, Ive stayed on top of the maint which is much more manageable when you do the work yourself.. If I get the guides done though ill let my INDY take care of, I dont have the knowledge or speciality tools for that.