{"product_id":"aluminum-valve-cover-11121703341-for-1996-2000-bmw-e36-e39-323is-328is-528i-m3","title":"Aluminum Valve Cover 11121703341 For 1996-2000 BMW E36 E39 323is 328is 528i M3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAluminum Valve Cover for BMW\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis aluminum valve cover fits 1996-2000 BMW E36 and E39 models including 323is, 328is, 528i, and M3, and carries OEM cross-reference 11121703341. It seals the cylinder head, keeps oil contained, and mounts the ignition coils and crankcase vent hardware the engine needs to run cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis aluminum valve cover replaces the factory cover on 1996-2000 BMW E36 and E39 six-cylinder engines, including the 323is, 328is, 528i, and M3. It covers the valvetrain, seals out oil leaks, and provides mounting points for the coils and breather system. It is aimed at owners and shops refreshing tired or cracked factory covers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum construction resists warping and heat cycling better than plastic covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM cross-reference 11121703341 for confident fitment matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoil and vent mounting points match the original layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined sealing surface for a clean gasket seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight design without sacrificing strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor BMW 323is\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor BMW 328is\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor BMW 528i\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor BMW M3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor BMW E36\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor BMW E39\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a cracked or warped factory valve cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealing a persistent valve cover gasket leak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine rebuilds and top-end service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoil and breather service where the cover must come off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11121703341\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1996-2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE36, E39\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does this valve cover come with a gasket? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm with the listing whether a gasket is included, and if not, order the correct valve cover gasket set for your engine model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can I reuse the original coil mounts? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the mounting points are laid out to accept the factory coil and vent hardware, so original fasteners and coils can be reused.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50557201842262,"sku":"ZZ3P02450","price":387.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/s-l1600_9e9d51ff-f9a8-425d-b40a-cd90aac9c1f0.jpg?v=1790984500","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/aluminum-valve-cover-11121703341-for-1996-2000-bmw-e36-e39-323is-328is-528i-m3","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}