f10 m5 weakest link?

[felfyre]

I have a 2012 f10 m5 and only has 15000miles on it. But they say prepare the umbrella before it rains. I am wondering what's the weakest link that would possibly break the most?

I have heard the timing chain needs earlier replacement, also rod bearings? how about the con rods and piston itself?

[TinCanSailor]

Originally Posted by felfyre

I have a 2012 f10 m5 and only has 15000miles on it. But they say prepare the umbrella before it rains. I am wondering what's the weakest link that would possibly break the most?

I have heard the timing chain needs earlier replacement, also rod bearings? how about the con rods and piston itself?

I would do bearings , mr. vanos drop in rods and F90 pistons then enjoy years of blissful ownership.

[felfyre]

Originally Posted by TinCanSailor

I would do bearings , mr. vanos drop in rods and F90 pistons then enjoy years of blissful ownership.

Are the f90 pistons direct bolt on for the f10? Or adjustments are needed?

[TinCanSailor]

Originally Posted by felfyre

Are the f90 pistons direct bolt on for the f10? Or adjustments are needed?

Direct bolt on and have the added benefit of a protective lower skirt. The Mr. Vanos rods are bolt on and shouldn't require any balancing work esp on such a fresh engine.

[felfyre]

https://www.evolveautomotive.com/mr-vanos-arrow-mv1400-connecting-rods-bmw-f10-m5-f12-f13-m6-s63tu-f90%20m5-f91-f92-m8-s63t4/

Its this one right? Any us supplier selling this?

[TinCanSailor]

Originally Posted by felfyre

https://www.evolveautomotive.com/mr-vanos-arrow-mv1400-connecting-rods-bmw-f10-m5-f12-f13-m6-s63tu-f90%20m5-f91-f92-m8-s63t4/

Its this one right? Any us supplier selling this?

You could email Mr Vanos. mail@mrvanos.com. They might be able to put you in touch with a stateside reseller or buy direct from them.