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Now offered by ECS tuning are Front and Rear DigitalFit Floor Mats for your 3 Series. Available in Tan, Black, and Gray, WeatherTech mats offer all-weather protection to endure the harshest conditions. FloorLiner™ DigitalFit® technology accurately and completely lines the interior carpet giving "absolute interior protection™"! Be sure to also check out the custom-fitted Cargo Liners; the best protection for your trunk in any situation.

Now offered by ECS tuning are Front and Rear DigitalFit Floor Mats for your 3 Series. Available in Tan, Black, and Gray, WeatherTech mats offer all-weather protection to endure the harshest conditions. FloorLiner™ DigitalFit® technology accurately and completely lines the interior carpet giving "absolute interior protection™"! Be sure to also check out the custom-fitted Cargo Liners; the best protection for your trunk in any situation.

Fresh coolant is paramount to safe & reliable engine operation. Unfortunately, the process of bleeding air out of your cooling system during a coolant refresh is tedious and therefore often neglected. ECS offers a highly convenient solution to the tedium & frustration associated with a coolant servicing – the Schwaben Coolant Evacuation Kit. The unique kit resolves several common cooling system issues: - No heat or overheating, or erratic temperature gauge readings after a cooling system service - Problems with coolant uptake or circulation - Cooling system leaks

Rack and roll. In sun or snow, RockyMounts has a roof mount solution for your active lifestyle. Add some customization to your roof rack base bars with a colored Euro pitchfork from RockyMounts. A great, high quality, all-aluminum bike rack that costs substantially less than an OE piece but functions at a higher level. The lowest profile upright bike mount on the market BrassKnuckles are easy to use and fold flat for a quiet, fuel efficient drive. Recieve 20% off your purchase until May 31st !

Take the danger and aggravation out of lifting your BMW F30 3 Series with the ECS Tuning Jack Pad Adapter. Designed to fit the head of a standard floor jack, the adapter has a rectangular head that firmly engages the chassis jack pads. Positive engagement at jack head and chassis resists jack slippage and shifting, while the raised adapter head prevents damage to rocker panel trim and underbody panels. Made of black anodized aluminum for added strength and corrosion resistance, the adapter fits the head of most hydraulic floor jacks, including the Schwaben Low Boy.

You didn't buy a BMW because of the logo on the hood and trunk - though, admittedly, a brand-new clean BMW roundel does refresh your car's appearance like nothing else. ECS offers genuine OEM Trunk and Hood Roundel Emblems, complete with installation grommets for an easy snap-in installation. Replacement is made infinitely more easy using the clever ECS BMW Roundel Removal Tool, sliding underneath your worn emblem for leverage when pulling the old unit off of the hood or trunk.

The E46 is a fun performing BMW that many enthusiast have had the joy of owning at one time or another. These models are continually respected and valued for their performance, size, and superb handling. With the performance these vehicles display, adequate maintenance is critically important to keeping the dream machine alive. ECS Tuning offers simple kits to assist you in sourcing all the components you need when keeping up on your regular maintenance. We've also added a few things that will help you perform the task in a professional manner.

Milltek's BMW offerings exude the engineering rigor and attention to detail that come from experience developing prototype exhaust designs in highly demanding circumstances for race teams throughout the world. Every single Milltek product offering is designed and manufactured in-house in the UK. Milltek tests each system on their own dynometer through many miles of subjective analysis, fine tuning each component of each system for its specific application. Milltek's collaboration with ECS Tuning allows unprecedented access to these exceptional performance exhaust systems.

You didn't buy a BMW because of the logo on the hood and trunk - though, admittedly, a brand-new clean BMW roundel does refresh your car's appearance like nothing else. ECS offers genuine OEM Trunk and Hood Roundel Emblems, complete with installation grommets for an easy snap-in installation. Replacement is made infinitely more easy using the clever ECS BMW Roundel Removal Tool, sliding underneath your worn emblem for leverage when pulling the old unit off of the hood or trunk.

ST Performance Suspensions is having a spring rebate sale, making their already highly competitive pricing even more appealing. This superb offer applies to all sway bars, coilovers, and lowering springs. Along with the savings from ST, ECS Tuning is also offering gift cards up to $75 and free shipping on select products. Featuring low-friction, pressure resistant housings and chrome-plated piston rods for maximum longevity, ST X series suspensions provide more predictable, stable handling dynamics and height adjustability across an average range of 1.2"-2.4"F, 1.2"-2.2"R.

The easy to use Schwaben Bleeding Products allow you to bleed and flush your fluid systems with the convenience and accuracy of a professional. The line of fully-loaded pressure bleeders are undoubtedly the best-performing products of their kind available on the market today. Also available with this release is the convenient 11mm Brake Bleeder Wrench, allowing you to bleed your front and rear brakes with one easy to use tool. Schwaben also offers a catch bottle that holds a full 1 Liter of fluid and features easy to read oil level marks for accurate draining.

ST Performance Suspensions is having a spring rebate sale, making their already highly competitive pricing even more appealing. This superb offer applies to all sway bars, coilovers, and lowering springs. Along with the savings from ST, ECS Tuning is also offering gift cards up to $75 and free shipping on select products. Featuring low-friction, pressure resistant housings and chrome-plated piston rods for maximum longevity, ST X series suspensions provide more predictable, stable handling dynamics and height adjustability across an average range of 1.2-2.8"F, 1.2-2.0"R.

ST Performance Suspensions is having a spring rebate sale, making their already highly competitive pricing even more appealing. This superb offer applies to all sway bars, coilovers, and lowering springs. Along with the savings from ST, ECS Tuning is also offering gift cards up to $75 and free shipping on select products. Featuring low-friction, pressure resistant housings and chrome-plated piston rods for maximum longevity, ST X series suspensions provide more predictable, stable handling dynamics and height adjustability across an average range of 1.6"-3.1"F and 0.8"-2.0"R.

If you've ever replaced a broken or cracked water pump or power steering pulley and wondered why the engineers at BMW didn't make it out of something more durable, you're not the only one. CNC machined from 6061 billet aluminum, the in-house engineered ECS pulleys will never crack or break, leaving you on the side of the road. The anodized, corrosion-resistant ECS pulleys are a direct-fit replacement, bolting right up to the factory location. If you are replacing your water pump or power steering pump, now is the time to get rid of that stock pulley.

A better secured drivetrain supports power modifications, average every day stresses on your vehicle's chassis, and allows for a more immediate feeling of connectedness between the driver and the road. The factory rubber BMW mounts have a propensity to degrade over time, causing over-revving, mis-shifts, and even chassis damage. ECS has developed a 70A polyurethane density Transmission Mount Set for the BMW E46 3 Series - soft enough for comfortable daily driving, but durable enough to increase drivetrain solidarity and responsiveness.

A better secured drivetrain supports power modifications, average every day stresses, and bring immediate feeling of connectedness between the driver and the road. The factory rubber BMW mounts have a propensity to degrade over time, causing over-revving, mis-shifts, and even chassis damage. ECS has developed a 70A polyurethane density Transmission Mount Set for the BMW E9X 3 Series - soft enough for comfortable daily driving, but durable enough to increase drivetrain solidarity and responsiveness. For the track enthusiast we offer 80A mount with strength to handle the power.

From Schwaben Specialty Tools comes a tool every home mechanic should have in his arsenal. The 61" long adjustable Engine Support Bar adapts to any vehicle width, and supports a full 1000 lb weight rating. The support bar includes four rubber padded feet to prevent slipping and damage to your car's finish, while powder coating guarantees durability. A deluxe version of the support bar includes two-direction stability for added support. The Schwaben Engine Support Bar is the perfect tool for projects like engine mount replacement, subframe work, FWD transmission repair & more.

Chemical Guys put the power of raw science to work in a complete professional detailing car care line that combines surface-safe cleaners with lasting protectants and sealers. Stop squirting dish detergent into a bucket. Remove the toughest dirt, even from alloy wheels, and restore your car's exterior and interior finishes to a rich, lasting luster. From the exceptional MR. PINK Super Suds Surface Cleanser to the Sticky Gel Citrus-Based Wheel & Rim Cleaner, each CG release represents the most advanced, effective, and downright cool cleaning product of its kind.

You won't believe the difference a LED lighting package makes in your car until you see it with your own eyes. LED illumination is a far brighter and friendlier light, crisp and clean, especially when compared to the dingy yellow glow from conventional filament style bulbs. Now you can do a complete LED conversion using our BMW LED Interior Lighting Kit. It contains all the LEDs needed for a total lighting upgrade. No need for guesswork or complicated ordering of individual bulbs.

If your BMW E90 328's braking performance lacks the tactile responsiveness and bite that is used to have, an ECS brake service can bring back those characteristics while further enhancing your braking system. Complete kits include front and rear ECS GEOMET® slotted rotors, front and rear Hawk HPS pads, new pad wear sensors, ECS stainless steel rotor set screws, and brake lubricant compound. Also available for your BMW are ECS Exact-Fit stainless steel reinforced brake lines. These advanced lines are more durable and provide more confident and dependable braking.

The three most critical and widely cited dimensions of your vehicle's suspension geometry - camber, caster, & toe-in - are what triangulate your wheels and position them to perform in a specified way on the road. 
 Schwaben Specialty Tools has developed a superb method of measuring this critical dimension - The Magnetic Camber/Caster Gauge. Simply place the device on the wheel hub or brake disc & note a positive or negative reading.

No more Mister Nice Guy. Fire your under-achieving stock pump and replace it with a High Performance water pump from EMP Stewart. This is the pump your BMW should have had from day one. Designed for performance and durability, EMP decided to do it right the first time, increasing flow a full 20 percent over stock, while reducing parasitic draw with a highly efficient stainless steel impeller. Add a heavy-duty bearing and high quality water seal, and you have a pump durable enough for daily driving; tough enough for the track.

Countdown to launch. All systems go. Engage. Before your next stop light liftoff, add a space age digital system monitor to your cockpit. P3Cars Vent Integrated Digital Interface is a plug-and-play data display that fits like factory into the left side dash vent, in easy view of the pilot seat. Pop it in and plug it into your car's onboard diagnostic connector. Then scroll through critical vehicle parameters and monitor manifold pressure, system temperatures, and other vital stats.

The E36 has a hard time keeping fog lights from getting cracked or broken mostly from road debris due to their low to the ground location. Why just replace your fog lights when you can get that European look with Ziza yellow lens fog lamps. This is a popular look desired by many BMW enthusiasts, now available from ECS Tuning.

Guesswork is expensive. It leads to costly repair errors that compromise vehicle safety. Talented pro-sumer or repair professional, you need accurate vehicle data and specifications. That's why ECS is happy to announce our entire inventory of Bentley manuals, a reliable, respected source of repair data for many European vehicles. These quality books are carefully edited and illustrated. A worthwhile investment for your BMW E9x 3 Series.

The three most critical and widely cited dimensions of your vehicle's suspension geometry - camber, caster, & toe-in - are what triangulate your wheels and position them to perform in a specified way on the road. Camber is of special concern to the enthusiast because of its susceptibility to change under the influence of different wheel arrangements and ride heights. Schwaben Specialty Tools has developed a superb method of measuring this critical dimension - The Magnetic Camber Gauge. Simply place the device on the wheel hub or brake disc & note a positive or negative reading.

Why use wheel studs instead of wheel bolts? When removing and installing wheels on cars with wheel bolts, the process can be frustrating. Holding the wheel up with your legs, lining up the holes, and threading the bolts all at the same time - there is an easier method. Studs. Wheel studs also allow the use of varying length wheel spacers - a highly convenient feature for those that anticipate using different spacer size setups in the future.

Why use wheel studs instead of wheel bolts? When removing and installing wheels on cars with wheel bolts, the process can be frustrating. Holding the wheel up with your legs, lining up the holes, and threading the bolts all at the same time - there is an easier method. Studs. Wheel studs also allow the use of varying length wheel spacers - a highly convenient feature for those that anticipate using different spacer size setups in the future.

Lowering your vehicle provides several proven advantages in handling performance. Many enthusiasts, however, ignore the issue of disadvantageous suspension geometry changes resulting from a lower ride height. Chief among these harmful effects are unwanted changes in camber angle. In order to maintain a consistent, performance-enhancing tire contact patch, the ability to control the camber angle is critical. ECS Adjustable Rear Control Arms allow for over 8 degrees of adjustment. Street & track enthusiasts will appreciate this needed measure of adjustability.

BMW F30 3 Series would be wise to take notice of ECS's growing catalog of stunning carbon fiber performance upgrades available for their ride. Each offering is made from gorgeous, authentic carbon fiber - fitment & durability are guaranteed. The CSL-style Carbon Fiber Trunk Lid is a highlight of this release - not only bringing the rarefied styling of the legendary M3 CSL to your car, but improving upon the original part with a lightweight carbon fiber design. ECS Carbon Fiber Front Splitters, Rear Spoilers, & Side Skirt Extensions are all sophisticated additions to your F30.