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Thread: 1994 530i Water Pump Replacement (Broken 4" Bolt inside Engine) JUST NOT MY DAY!!

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    If the threads are good - why not just use a 3.5" bolt and put it back together. I would assume that would give you enough holding power considering there are other bolts that hold the water pump on.
    Derek A.
    90 535i 5 Speed - Style 5 17"

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    Quote Originally Posted by Derek A.
    If the threads are good - why not just use a 3.5" bolt and put it back together. I would assume that would give you enough holding power considering there are other bolts that hold the water pump on.
    WOW!!
    I this never cross my mind. I will try this. Thank you. I will let you know how things turn out.

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    see how many turns it will thread in before you tighten the thing up and strip the rest.
    95 E34 530I V2.37
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