M56 Billet Aluminum Cap & Disk
This started as a one-off prototype to resolve BMW’s lack of enthusiasm to make a replaceable cover for the CCV on its aluminum fancy valve cover that came on the M56 engines (SULEV). As more and more people were interested, we decided to make a batch of 20 caps. Those 20 caps, turned out to become 300+.
Now I take orders and make mini batches of 5 or more caps/disks for enthusiasts around the world. 5 is the minimum number required by my machinist to keep the price as it is, as they’re labor intensive.
Just informative, the cap is made in, and shipped from, Cyprus. Cyprus is a small island in the Mediterranean sea, not to be confused with Cypress in Jacksonville Florida. The postal services system is electronic and has mandatory fields: Name, Surname, Street, Postal/Zip, City, District, Country. Please make sure these info are supplied either in e-mail or via PayPal to avoid delay!
** Aug. 02 Update: No caps available at the moment as my machinist is closed for summer holidays. We will be able to take new orders for another batch after August 28. **
Option #1: M56 CCV Aluminum cap and retaining disk, with regular tracked mail (10-15 Days average delivery time): $145
Option #2: M56 CCV Aluminum cap and retaining disk, with DHL Express Shipping (3-4 Days Delivery time): $195 but as DHL changes pricing due to fuels every month, if there is significant deviation I will inform before shipping.
Leave a comment below if you’re interested!
Installation instructions: Around 30 degrees counter-clockwise using a 27mm socket is enough to secure the cap in place. Use it in conjuction with OE membrane (if not torn) and spring. Aftermarket membranes also work wonderfully. Note that the membrane is NOT included with the kit, you will need to either use your existing one or order it online. I just show the membrane in the photos for illustration purposes.
Installation video:
Photos:
More pictures:
One of the latest batches (Nov. 2021)
More reading head over to E46Fanatics.com:
https://www.e46fanatics.com/threads/custom-m56-cap-discussion-aluminum-3d-printed-etc.1263119/
11:45 pm
Yes I am interested in a cap. We briefly spoke on the form, however it would not let me message you.
5:55 pm
Hello, do you ship to the USA? I’m interested in a cap.
Best regards,
John
11:20 pm
I need a cap. My son broke the one on the 03 325 wagon with the infamous M56. How do I get one?
8:36 am
Interested in getting a cap and diaphram for a m56 valve cover swap im planning on doing for my m54 touring. Located in the usa zip code 33952 Florida to be more specific. I don’t have an account on the fanatics website but very active on the e46 fanatics Facebook group if they’re connected
9:53 am
Hi, just a mini update, since there are enough interested people, I have placed production for another batch of caps today (27/09) and should be ready within the next 7-8 days.
6:05 pm
Hi, I’m very interested in the cap. Especially since I just broke mine. Please let me know what I need to do next.
7:33 pm
I’m interested in a cap. Please let me know when available
3:41 am
Hello i am in need of a new cap. I bought one 2 years ago off e46fanatics from another member who made some but it recently has failed.
6:17 am
New batch should be ready within this week, took a bit longer than expected but COVID!!!
12:36 pm
Hi I would really like to purchase the ccv cap for the m56 valve cover.
Great innovation on your behalf and and a saviour for us Bmw enthusiasts.
Mine is on an m54 engine and works great but planning on keeping this car for life .
Just completed a full engine rebuild and this would be the iceing on the cake.
6:12 pm
I’m interested in a cap! Please let me know if they’re available.
2:34 am
I am interested in this cap. Please let me know when available.
3:40 pm
Hi, I would like to be put down for the next batch. I need a new cap before I can put a new membrane in. Thanks!
12:39 pm
We spoke over Facebook, definitely interested!
5:36 pm
Hey there! Definitely interested, this fixes the one flaw of the M56 cover. Running it on my E39 530i.
10:13 pm
I am interested. Please let me know when available.
2:22 am
Interested in the cap shipped to Florida
7:04 am
Wow 100% need this for my cover swap. Amazing
10:38 am
I need one! username is e46orochi on e46fanatics.com
8:48 am
I need one . Please let me know when the product is available.
2:17 am
Hi there, very interested in the cap as well! Looking forward to the product! Let me know what I need to do.
Maryland, USA
8:55 pm
Interested in purchasing one of the e46 m56 pcv billet caps. need it asap
please call Louie or Duncan at 818-591-9661 or e-mail back
whautoservice@yahoo.com
4:37 pm
Interested in ordering at least 2 kits for myself. I’m also thinking I could order some extra to stock for others in the USA.
9:54 pm
I am interested in a cap/disk shipped to the US if/when they are available. Thank you!
7:00 pm
Hi I am very interested in buying one of these ASAP. Appreciate your R&D!
4:37 am
Hi, I’m interested in a cap. Please let me know when they are available. Thank you
1:33 pm
Hello, interested in a cap if available.
8:28 pm
I am interested in a cap as well
8:04 pm
I am interested in getting a cap when they are available, thank you.
5:01 pm
Hi, I am interested in a cap/disk. Your creation is of great value to me. Please let me know when available.
6:47 pm
I am interested in a cap. Located in Canada.
3:14 pm
Super keen for one of these. Please email me ASAP with availability or ETA.
Cheers
3:31 pm
Am interested in an M56 cap. Are they currently available? Am on the East Coast of the US…
5:56 am
Interested in a cap when available….standard shipping to US.
1:01 pm
I’d be interested in a cap as well, from the Netherlands!
1:18 pm
Greetings, I am interested in a cap as well. I’m in the USA, Washington state, zip code 98503
12:00 am
I am interested in this cap as well. I am in Florida 33025
6:02 pm
Very interested please let me know when available
2:17 am
I would be interested in a cap as well when the next batch is available, for USA
12:47 am
From the US, East Coast. Definitely want to buy one of these, my brother in law bought a 325ci and wasn’t aware of that the M56 valve cover was swapped on.
1:38 am
Hello, i really need one of these on my car its broken and dosen’t work anymore its my only car i can’t drive nowhere, is there anyway i can get one ? please let me know how i can purchase it its so bad without a car and i can’t afford a new car. Thank you <3
10:36 pm
Replacing my M54 valve cover with an M56 one soon. So I definitely need one to make it serviceable.
6:43 pm
Looking for one aswell
Shipped to ireland
Thanks
7:04 am
Hello, I would very much be interested in one of these in the next batch as a USA customer. Thank you
4:25 am
Hello! I recently picked up an m56 valve cover and am really Interested in doing the swap into my m54. I saw your post about the billet cap and was immediately intrigued. I would like to purchase one. I’m from Ca, USA.
10:41 pm
Hi Paraklas,
Found the link for your website on the E46 Fanatics forum. I have been wanting one of these caps for some time, I have unfortunately been unable to send you a message directly having not posted on there enough times. I definitely would like to be added to the next batch that you order. Let me know the payment details.
Cheers Scoot
PS loving the 8 speed automatic gearbox conversion
1:49 pm
Just to be sure, leaving a comment 🙂
Would love one in the next batch!
Kind regards from the Netherlands
10:06 am
Hello, I am purchasing one. Please tell me the payment method and arrival schedule
3:15 pm
I currently have a m56 vc and would like to purchase your serviceable cap mod. Is there a payment link and tracking available?
8:39 pm
Hi! I’d love to be included in the next batch please 🙂
I’m from the UK.
10:07 pm
Hi, I am interested in buying a cap for my M56 valve cover swapped on my M54, I’m in the UK also.
2:04 am
I am in the US (Texas). I’d love to be included in the next batch.
9:59 am
Hey paraklas I’m interested in purchasing one of your aluminum M56 caps. Just need to know what you have available and where I can send payment. Thanks best regards
11:15 pm
Hi Paraklas, I would like to buy your aluminum M56 cap kit. How can I pay you?
Thanks!
6:28 pm
Sorry if this is a duplicate message, yesterday’s attempt didn’t seem to post. Anyway, I am in Massachusetts and would like one of the next available batch. Where do I send $$?
Thanks,
Doug
10:21 pm
Very interested.
2:03 am
Hello, I’m very interested in buying a cap. Please contact me with info on how to order and pay. Thank you.
6:28 pm
Hi,
I’m interested in a cap. Great idea.
6:51 am
Hello,
I neeeeed one 🙂
Gz michael from germany
11:16 pm
I would like to purchase for the next batch. Would you like a deposit?
11:47 am
Hey interested in a cap! Doing the m56 VC swap on my m54 ClownShoe!
6:54 pm
Interested.
7:25 am
Hello, I’m interested in a cap & disk for M56 VC in wagon. Thanks!
4:58 pm
Interested.
4:18 pm
I would like one of these. I actually inquired with you a long time ago on Facebook and never heard back.
5:50 am
Hello. I would like to get a cap as well.
12:05 pm
add me to the next batch production
4:58 am
Hello looking to but 2 caps with membranes. Let me know ASAP when I can get them. We are in Temecula area and can possibly pick up
3:10 pm
Put me down for a cap
5:51 pm
I would like a cap – do you have any available?
2:55 pm
I am ready as well … please add me for next available
8:50 pm
Interested in buying the m56 valve cover cap. Please share your info and details for purchasing.
Thanks
7:55 pm
Hey Paraklas, messaging you in regards to the E46 forums.
5:15 am
I am super interested in buying a valve cover cap. Please share whenever you are doing another run!
11:41 pm
Hello, I am very interested in purchasing a cap if there is availability. Please let me know, thanks! 🙂
2:00 am
Do you still have that cap left, if so consider it sold
5:54 pm
I’m interested if you’ve still got any left
11:55 pm
Hi in desperate need of this cap if you could get back to me as soon as possible if you have any availability best regards- Christian
1:02 am
Hello, I just discovered your product and would like to purchase one of your aluminum cap and disk or the E46 M56 aluminum valve cover. Please let me know how to buy this from you. I live in the United States in Florida. I would be interested in your option 1, regular tracked mail, for the shipping. Thank you!
3:34 am
Hello, do you still have one cap available for purchase with DHL Express shipping?
3:54 am
Hello I’m interested in buying aluminum cap disk for m56 sulev shipped to usa
3:15 am
interested in the cap
9:37 pm
Hi is there still any cap available? I’m interesting at purchasing one
2:43 am
I am in need of two caps. Please advise.
3:42 pm
I’m in the US and need one of these caps. Please put my name on the list for the next run. Happy to even pay up front.
12:28 pm
I want one please
3:17 pm
Interested in cap
1:09 am
I am in dire need in one, ive tried 4 aftermarket ones and they all failed, furthering the oil leak problem, if this is still available please reach out thanks!
2:15 am
I am interested in buying a cap for my m56 valve cover. Oil is seeping through the original plastic cap.
1:42 am
Hi,
If possible, I would like to order 1x Aluminium M56 cap, please.
Thanks in advance!
7:46 am
Looking to buy one cap, thank you!