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 New member pulling R56 N14 engine, Yikes!

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 Posted: Sep 23, 2021 07:53AM
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Thanks Spank

 Posted: Sep 23, 2021 07:52AM
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Thanks Xavier.

 Posted: Sep 22, 2021 10:53AM
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I highly recommend this guy's videos. His earlier ones for the R53 I found VERY helpful and clear. I've not watched any of his R56 videos, but I can't imagine that his newer stuff could be any less helpful.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCidMrO_BbCrugARNdm4PFzA

 Posted: Sep 22, 2021 09:10AM
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Engine has a leaking crank seal, needs new coolant pump, needs new timing chain.  Thanks!  Yes, that's the plan (to remove front of the car first.

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Why are you pulling the engine?
are you replacing it with a new/rebuilt unit?
engine change?

Advice without knowing any of that- take as much off the front of the car as possible. bumper, rad support, wings, hood, ect.


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 Posted: Sep 21, 2021 04:08PM
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I'm new.  Pulling my engine soon.  I have zero experience with Minis, Any advice appreciated.  Only resource I have is YouTube and Haynes Repair Manual.  R56, N14.  Thanks in advance for any words of wisdom, especially "Whatever you do DON'T DO THIS".