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hookandpull
11-28-2012, 08:38 PM
Alright I have an 08 335i, and it seems as though I have the renowned WG rattle. I called BMW Seattle with my VIN and they said I am still in warranty. Only problem is that I have an AFE Cold air/Ram air intake. I called another dealer and asked them if that would be a problem and they proceeded to tell me yes that it would void my warranty (complete rubbish). Anyhoo I just bought the car and I only have 4000 miles left on the turbo warranty. I also do not have a stock intake to return the car to stock. Anyone in the Seattle area willing to sell me a cheap ass stock intake? Or does anyone have experience with this kind of situation?

fun2drive
11-28-2012, 08:47 PM
Your turbo including waste gates are covered to 82K miles and 8 years. Are you saying you have that mileage?
Here you go
http://www.bmwblog.com/2012/08/16/n54-engine-warranty-extended-to-8-years82000-miles-wastegates-only/

Thus you have plenty of time to get a stock air filter housing.

hookandpull
11-28-2012, 08:56 PM
I have 78k

Found a stock intake box for $80 locally