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1999 - 2005 (E46) (1999 - 2005) Starting in 1999 the E46 3 Series picked up where the E36 left off. Larger, with smoother lines, and with more advanced engines than its predecessor, the E46 easily held the title of "Best Car of the Year" throughout its life.

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Old 08-17-2009, 11:33 AM
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fan clutch tool
Where did everyone get fan clutch removal tools? I tried ordering one from ZDMAK online, but it probably won't get here in time for when I need to do this. Are there any brick and mortar stores that anyone knows of who carry these things?
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Old 08-17-2009, 11:43 AM
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www.pelicanparts.com

They have a 3 day shipping for $3, I just ordered a LOT of parts myself today. Doing a big job this weekend. They will be here Thursday.
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Old 08-17-2009, 12:04 PM
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We have them available as well and are located in Ohio:

http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-325...aign=postreply

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Old 08-17-2009, 12:16 PM
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Them too
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Old 08-17-2009, 12:26 PM
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ECS - do you guys have one of these? (I couldn't find one on your site)
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Old 08-17-2009, 03:38 PM
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I use a long flat head screw driver (between the fan clutch nut and pulley bolts). Works for me.
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Old 08-17-2009, 04:58 PM
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Yeah...you honestly don't need it...
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Old 08-17-2009, 05:03 PM
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darn...just ordered it from pelican. Anyone want to buy a brand new fan clutch tool?
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Old 08-17-2009, 05:08 PM
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Sorry dude. It's ok...you'll use it....you just don't HAVE to.

Nothing wrong with having the right tools to do the job...
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Old 08-17-2009, 05:12 PM
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Yeah, I'm glad I'll have it. The problem is I accidentaly bought a ton of other stuff...
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Old 08-17-2009, 05:21 PM
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lol, accidentally
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Yeah, I'm glad I'll have it. The problem is I accidentaly bought a ton of other stuff...
Whatever...so your finger slipped, while at Pelican....lolz....
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Old 08-17-2009, 05:33 PM
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Dane - I know this is off topic, but do you have pics of your gps mount mod? I was just reading your sig and saw it...
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Old 08-17-2009, 05:51 PM
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Go to any store and buy a 1 1/4" wrench. This will fit the fan nut perfectly. 32mm = 1.25"

Then you can stick a long screwdriver in between the waterpump bolts to hold back.

There's no need for special tools other than vanity.
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Go to any store and buy a 1 1/4" wrench. This will fit the fan nut perfectly. 32mm = 1.25"

Then you can stick a long screwdriver in between the waterpump bolts to hold back.

There's no need for special tools other than vanity.
He already ordered....
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ok i have looked and found this . i have bought a 32 mm wrench and a 30 mm wrench neither fit. please help before i go nuts.

i forgot to mention that i have rented several different clutch fan tools as well.
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Old 09-13-2009, 06:57 PM
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The 32mm should fit...the removal tool I got didn't really fit, so I used a basin wrench I had lying around and hit it with a mallet. Worked the second time I think, but it was really easy.
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Old 09-13-2009, 06:58 PM
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That's because you need a 32.156743mm wrench....


























I bet because your nut is slightly rounded (and has burrs) that the wrench won't fit.

Are you saying it's smaller than 30mm?

Mibes a 32mm and fits perfect. Please provide more details on your car.

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Old 09-13-2009, 07:21 PM
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it is a little bigger then a 30mm and smaller then a 32mm

it is a 1987 325is . i haven't seen anything about a different fan clutch but i know that the timing belt and water pump was replaced.
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Old 09-13-2009, 07:56 PM
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it is a little bigger then a 30mm and smaller then a 32mm

it is a 1987 325is . i haven't seen anything about a different fan clutch but i know that the timing belt and water pump was replaced.
I love ya (no homo), but your question may be better answered over in the E30 section.....

and consequently enough....>30mm<32mm=31mm....lol



http://www.toolplanet.com/product/31...ation-Wrenches

If that doesn't fit...I dunno what you're gonna do.....hehe
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Old 09-13-2009, 08:09 PM
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Go to a local bike shop and buy a Parks Tools headset combination wrench (32/36mm), about $15.
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Old 09-13-2009, 08:34 PM
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Go to a local bike shop and buy a Parks Tools headset combination wrench (32/36mm), about $15.
The 32mm doesn't work bud...

He'll round off the nut when he smacks it with a hammer...
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