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Finally. Cooling system service solutions for BMW. Kits that fit your car, its needs, and your budget. Heat-hardened hoses and plastic pipes are a nightmare in the making on high milers. But piecemeal cooling system repairs are a bad idea and a costly mistake. Plugging leaks as they "pop up" means monster repair bills when engines overheat. We know the problem. We have a cure: Three different service stage kits to match your wallet and vehicle condition. Please select your vehicle for additional fitment details.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult for the BMW enthusiast to find a way to improve their vehicle – the engineers and designers at BMW do their jobs very well. Instead of compromising BMW's hard work, add some individual personality to your vehicle with an ECS Blackout Grille. ECS Black Out Grille Sets are distinguished by their full matte black ABS plastic construction. Engineered to exact OEM dimensions for precise fitment into the BMW F30 3 series, the grilles are available in a carbon fiber-look, gloss black, or matte black finish.

There are tools that any serious technician will regard as essential to their work - tools that make so many projects faster and simpler that access to a quality set is critical. Schwaben Specialty Tools recognized the need for better designed, more fully-featured puller tool kits; this variety of tool is so frequently used across such a wide variety of projects, mechanics deserve the best engineered product possible. Schwaben Pry Bar and Twin-Arm Puller Kits are highly adjustable, exceptionally durable sets of some of the most versatile tools in any home or professional garage.

ECS Exact-Fit stainless reinforced brake lines provide more confident and dependable stopping by maintaining consistent brake pressure, long lasting corrosion resistance, and increased protection from failure. Even when new, factory style fabric mesh lined rubber hoses are prone to expansion under the pressure of hard braking, whether it be highway panic stops or threshold braking at the track. Our lines are braided with stainless steel mesh, affording expansion resistance. This resistance to expansion creates a firmer pedal, and more direct pedal feel.

ECS Black Out Grille Sets are distinguished by their full matte black ABS plastic construction. The design means that any chips or scratches on the grille will not reveal a white surface underneath black paint, as the parts are integrally black. Engineered to exact OEM dimensions for precise fitment into the BMW E46 3 series, the grilles are available in a carbon fiber-look, gloss black, or matte black finish.

Wheel Hubs are one of the most crucial components of your BMW's suspension. The wheel hubs are used to support the wheel on the axle shaft and spin with very little friction. Wheel bearings within the hub should rotate freely as the car travels down the road. Problems with wheel bearings arise from wear, which can be caused by a variety of factors. Symptoms of a bad bearing are noisy rubbing as the car is driven and that usually gets louder as speeds increase. If you are having these issues, and dont have a press, ECS offers are complete hubs.

Everything you'll need to do a complete oil change, including a new drain plug. Give your high performance BMW what it needs; at your next oil change service, treat your engine to BMW High Performance Engine Oil and a German-made Mann oil filter.

The E9x 328i comes with an excellent handling package, but there's always room for improvement. Let H&R up your game with suspension products that pick up where BMW left off. Made in Germany, H&R sport springs, sway bars, and adjustable coilovers are built on decades of experience designing world class suspension upgrades; then manufactured to old world standards where "excellence" is more than just a word. Don't compromise. Demand H&R.

The E46 3 Series come with an excellent handling package, but there's always room for improvement. Let H&R up your game with suspension products that pick up where BMW left off. Made in Germany, H&R sport springs, sway bars, and adjustable coilovers are built on decades of experience designing world class suspension upgrades; then manufactured to old world standards where "excellence" is more than just a word. Don't compromise. Demand H&R.

Replacing cooling system components and performing a proper coolant flush will ensure a long life for your cooling system. Most of the cooling system components are exposed to very high temperatures and repeated thermal cycling. Heat-hardening causes warping and cracking that leads to coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Avoid headaches altogether and replace all problematic items at once to keep your cooling system running efficiently.

Great recipes start with great ingredients. That's why you'll love the carefully prepared coilover offerings from ST. Start with high grade steel housings, galvanized for rust protection. Add lightweight, high strength springs with composite spring perch and cap, and chrome plated hardened shaft. XTS coilover offer adjustablility and included camber plates. Serve hot with a five year warranty and you have a savory blend of quality, performance, and dependability that's sure to satisfy discriminating tastes

Add the bold look of our new Alzor Style 030 wheels to your E46 Non-M. Their distinctive split-spoke design is great for showing off your new painted calipers, Exact-Fit brake lines, and GEOMET® rotors. Available in black or hyper silver, in square or staggered sets, Alzor hubcentic wheels are sure to fit right, run true, and add the finishing touch to your other upgrades. Go with 18s or 19s, then finish the job with ECS wheel spacers and bolts.

For the enthusiast looking for a subtle upgrade that doesn’t completely compromise the familiar BMW design, Ziza now offers clear and smoked side markers for your E9X 3 Series. The LED lights feature a brighter, crisper color that modernizes your vehicle's exterior, giving it a more premium appearance. The plug-and-play design makes installation simple, eliminating the need for splicing, cutting, or coding.

A frequent dilemma when fitting an upgraded seat belt to track-prepared street cars is how to balance the needs of daily driving with the demands of performance driving. A dedicated track-day setup is typically impractical, while running without a substantial harness forces the driver to use the steering wheel to hold themselves in place. Schroth Racing Quick Fit Harnesses are fully reversible and anchor to the factory seat belt pre-tensioner, allowing the airbags to deploy as the BMW engineers intended. Both left (driver) and right (passenger) harnesses are available.

The primary appeal of new wheels is in the new, shiny appearance they offer. The majority of the time, a different style, size, or color isn't really the ultimate goal. With such a deep catalog of staggeringly effective wheel cleaning and restoration products from specialists Sonax and Chemical Guys, getting what you really want from your wheel setup is fast and easy - and it's all available now from ECS. Acid-free and pH balanced rim and wheel cleaners effortlessly dissolve grease, brake dust and dirt, while safely preserving your wheel's finish.

KW V-Series Coilovers have been engineered to perfectly suit the BMW E36 318/323/325/328 chassis, while allowing the driver the flexibility to choose a variety of damping, rebound, and ride height adjustments. KW "inox-line" coilovers feature stainless steel technology that is superior to galvanizing, better resisting corrosion while maintaining smooth operation over the long term. V-Series coilovers also utilize trapezoidal threading to facilitate height-adjustment and increase load tolerance. Three kit levels are available to suit your particular tuning needs.

A frequent dilemma when fitting an upgraded seat belt to track-prepared street cars is how to balance the needs of daily driving with the demands of performance driving. A dedicated track-day setup is typically impractical, while running without a substantial harness forces the driver to use the steering wheel to hold themselves in place. Schroth Racing Quick Fit Harnesses are fully reversible and anchor to the factory seat belt pre-tensioner, allowing the airbags to deploy as the BMW engineers intended. Both left (driver) and right (passenger) harnesses are available.

Give your E90 an aggressive M3 look with replica body panels and kits from ECS Tuning. Go all out with our four-piece complete M3 body kit that includes front and rear bumper covers and side skirts. Or pick and choose from a wide selection of individual accent panels and accessories, including spoiler lips, side skirts, and individual bumper kits. Kits use factory mounting holes, and many come with attachment hardware for a hassle-free installation.

A frequent dilemma when fitting an upgraded seat belt to track-prepared street cars is how to balance the needs of daily driving with the demands of performance driving. A dedicated track-day setup is typically impractical, while running without a substantial harness forces the driver to use the steering wheel to hold themselves in place. Schroth Racing Quick Fit Harnesses are fully reversible and anchor to the factory seat belt pre-tensioner, allowing the airbags to deploy as the BMW engineers intended. Both left (driver) and right (passenger) harnesses are available.

The fuel pump in your vehicle is essential for consistently delivering a specified amount fuel at the correct pressure. The factory pump supplied to the E46 3 Series has shown a typical lifespan of 7-10 years, often failing unexpectedly. ECS tuning supplies an assortment of replacement fuel pumps to get your BMW back on the road again. Each offering installs easily in the place of your broken or worn pump, and all wiring connections are the same for an easy plug-and-play installation.

A frequent dilemma when fitting an upgraded seat belt to track-prepared street cars is how to balance the needs of daily driving with the demands of performance driving. A dedicated track-day setup is typically impractical, while running without a substantial harness forces the driver to use the steering wheel to hold themselves in place. Schroth Racing Quick Fit Harnesses are fully reversible and anchor to the factory seat belt pre-tensioner, allowing the airbags to deploy as the BMW engineers intended. Both left (driver) and right (passenger) harnesses are available.

Schwaben products are characterized by simple, clever designs. Their wheel storage solutions may be the best examples of these qualities. The Schwaben Wheel Tree holds up to 275lbs and allows you to safely stack your wheels without the risk of scuffing and scratching. Convenient locking casters allow you to easily move the whole set anywhere in your garage or shop at one time. And when saving floor space is the highest priority, the Schwaben Wall-Mounted Wheel Rack allows you to securely store up to four 11½" wide wheels and tires against the wall, away from your work space.

To keep your driving machine in top shape, regular maintenance is imperative. BMW recommends the Inspection II at 40,000 miles & at each 40,000 miles thereafter. Doing all of the necessary inspections will keep your vehicle running much longer and cleaner. However, if you're out of warranty, the out of pocket expense from the dealership can be a little hard to handle. Luckily, ECS Tuning is here to help. After consulting with all of BMWs available information, the engineers at ECS Tuning have assembled a comprehensive kit to address all of the issues covered during Inspection II.

The M3 CSL is arguably BMW's most hallowed and revered sports car. To produce this extremely limited release model, the E46 M3 was further lightened and fitted with stunning engine upgrades, resulting in truly exceptional performance. Visual upgrades were few, though. The most recognizable aesthetic enhancement was a highly-aggressive front bumper, fitted with carbon fiber front splitters and a new intake inlet. Bring this legendary design to your E46 3 Series with the ECS CSL Front Bumper Conversion. The kit includes all pieces required for a complete installation.

Say goodbye to damaged rocker panels, floor pans, and paint. Worry no more about jack clearance or the need to use ramps to lift your lowered vehicle. Introducing the new and improved Schwaben Rocker Jack Pad Adapter. Specially designed to be stronger than alternatives on the market, this jack pad adapter makes the vehicle lifting procedure faster, safer, and easier than ever before. Simply remove the rocker jack point access plug, fully insert the Schwaben Jack Pad Adapter, and lift securely using your hydraulic floor jack.

There's one word for Alzor Style 020: classic. Flat-faced multispoke design. Polished aluminum lips. Jewel-like wheel bolts. Brushed aluminum center caps. It all adds up to a classic and classy addition to your 5x120 bolt-pattern BMW. Available in 18x8,18x9,18x10, square or staggered fitments, Style 020 wheels feature flush-fitting offsets and are hub-centric for your application. A timeless design that complements both modern and period-correct vehicles. We've got plenty of Alzor Style 020s. Get some for yourself.

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.

When replacing your water pump, what happens in your cooling system is that the burden of wear transfers to a different part, one that will then need to be replaced itself at a later point. By attending to the water pump and thermostat at the same time, the cooling system remains a self-contained, high-functioning unit. ECS assembled and genuine BMW Water Pump and Thermostat Kits are now available for your E9x 325i/328i/330i. Both include a replacement water pump, thermostat, a gallon of coolant, and all required replacement hardware.

Park Distance Control was a costly option to check at the dealer - a fact evidenced by the shortage of PDC-equipped E46 models on the road today. However, BMW has assembled a superb license-plate mounted PDC kit for the non-M BMW 3 series, letting you enjoy the safety and peace of mind of this helpful feature. City parking is made infinitely more easy, alerting you to objects in blind spots that would otherwise go unnoticed. A beep sounds when nearing an object, the intervals between beeps shortening as the vehicle closens.

Lifting your BMW has never been safer or easier than it is with hydraulic jack head adapters from ECS Tuning. Our black floor jack adapter with contrasting ECS etched logo sits into the round lift head found on most hydraulic jacks, including the Schwaben Low Boy. Its rectangular head then engages the recesses on all BMW lift pads, making a safe, stable lift point that won't damage underbody panels or paint. Have damaged or missing lift pads? Buy the kit that includes the lift adapter with pad set.