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    BMW D50 (II)

    Thanks. Yes, I agree 100% on determining the underlying cause, and I take your point on the manual instructions to remove head. Some history. The engine was rebuilt by a reputable shop 6 years ago, and has been completely reliable until last year. The boat was involved in an incident last...
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    Stuck Valves/Bent push rods on a BMW D50(ii)

    Hi there, I am reposting this from the BMW thread, as I am not sure how active that thread is anymore. Hi there, I launched my new (to me) sailboat the other day, and had an immediate engine failure - it's a BMW D50 (ii). Large popping sound like backfire through the air intake (middle...
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    BMW D50 (II)

    Hi there, New to this forum, but would appreciate some advice. I launched my new (to me) sailboat the other day, and had an immediate engine failure. Large popping sound like backfire through the air intake (middle chamber). I pulled the boat again, and took the valve covers off to discover...
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