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Many BMW owners take great pleasure from performing routine maintenance and repairs on their cars. For the tech-savvy, ECS Tuning is happy to offer a large and growing selection of Schwaben tools, many of them with BMW-specific applications. We think you'll be pleasantly surprised when you wander through our online tool crib. From a digital tire pressure gauge to our stylish Low Boy aluminum racing jack, Schwaben tools add to the enjoyment, safety, and success of DIY projects. Buy them for yourself, or as a special gift for your favorite handyman.

Our Schwaben Tool catalog is large and many of our high demand tools have just come back in stock. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, compress springs, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the right tools for the job. These high-quality and long lasting tools will do the job right the first time, giving you more time to enjoy your vehicle where it belongs... on the road.

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.

Many E46 coupes have logged a ton of miles by now, and most have road-weary suspension dampers. KONI struts and shocks are always a favorite replacement choice for enthusiasts, since they add a blend of sporty handling and comfort that is unavailable in stock-shocks tuned to match OE ride quality. KONI fine tunes their shocks and struts by application, refusing to take a "one-size-fits-all" approach used by lesser manufacturers. Available with adjustable or preset damping, KONI shocks and struts are a durable performance choice for both stock and lowered cars.

If your car is driven near ocean sprays or exposed to winter road salt, check out ECS stainless steel rotor hold down screws. Regular steel screws can't stand up to salt. They rust fast and seize in place. Go ahead, try to get them out! The hex head goes round with the first twist of the wrench, and you end up center drilling the bolts to remove them. Argggh. Plan ahead. Install stainless screws on this brake job, and you won't have to drill them out on the next one. Keep them on hand.

Now you see them; now you don't. Ditch your unsightly stock valve stems, and install flush mount Invisible Valve Stems from JOM. Each kit comes with a complete set of short valve stems with removable caps, plus a special inflation tool for adding air. The stems have threaded necks and collar nuts to secure them in the wheel stem hole for a positive, leak-free fitting. Function aside, the flush mount stems come in aluminum or black oxide to fit a wide range of wheels for a look that gets you noticed.

Hot selling matte black BMW grilles are back in stock and ready to ship. This subtle styling upgrade makes your E46 look like it has its act together. Tough as they are good looking, these grilles are made of rugged ABS plastic that won't chip or peel like chromed or painted versions. These popular upgrades seem to fly off the shelves as soon as we get them. With free shipping, we don't expect this batch to last long; might want to order soon.

Stylish, Alzor 702 alloy wheels add a bold, expensive look to your BMW. The 702's ten, strong spokes with radiating spoke accent grooves and hyper silver finish are ideal for showcasing your Geomet rotors and big brake kits. All Alzor wheels are TUV Rheinland approved with JWL and VIA certification. The 702 is TPMS compatible and ready to install, with BMW-style conical seats. Ready. Get this set. Go.

Show off your new premium two-piece rotors and custom calipers with these classic 10-spoke wheels from VMR. The strong straight-spoke design with concave face creates an assertive, upscale look that adds visual appeal to your BMW, from any angle. The hyper silver color complements all car colors; the bright finish and open-spoke design make them look larger than they really are. Crown your favorite BMW with a set today.

Protect your wheel and tire investment with an FK Wheel Tree. Convenient and easy to assemble, the tree stacks summer wheels and tires to save valuable floor space. The ingenious design supports and separates your wheels to prevent face scratching and tire carcass stress caused when wheels are leaned against a wall for extended periods. Made from polished metal tubes with non-marring wheel separators. Will accommodate wheels up to 8 inches in width. Staggered wheel fitment may vary depending on offset.

Mishimoto proves that radiators and hoses don't need to be boring. Mate their all aluminum radiator with polished end tanks to their heat-resistant silicone radiator hoses in red, blue, and black, and you have a smart looking cooling system upgrade that works as great as it looks. Let's see. All aluminum radiator for improved heat transfer and less weight: check. Nylon reinforced silicone radiator hoses for added strength and durability: check. Bright aluminum contrasted by colorful hoses: check. Great reasons; great products. Order soon.

If you spend time and money renewing your brake hardware and linings, you ought to consider upgrading to ECS Tuning Exact-Fit brake hoses, and do the job right. These premium brake hoses are stronger, more durable, and better protected than the originals. They are shielded in stainless steel mesh reinforcement, and coated with bright red vinyl for added protection. Available by the axle for front or rear, or as a complete vehicle set, our DOT-approved tailored hoses come with OE attachment fittings and sealing washers. Finish the job: use ECS Exact Fit Brake Hoses.

The wheels from the BMW CSL are rare and beautiful. But looks alone do not define their value. Looks alone do not describe the flow forming process that makes them strong as forgings. Looks alone don't tell you that they are lighter than stock wheels for reduced unsprung weight and better grip on rough roads. Beauty is obvious. It's what you don't see that makes CSL wheels different from the "others."

We're excited; and with good reason. ECS Tuning proudly introduces our new line of premium, corrosion-resistant rotors: GEOMET. GEOMET is a special coating containing metal oxides, zinc, and aluminum flakes, sprayed over the entire rotor surface to ensure complete coverage, and baked on at 600 degrees to form a durable and attractive silver-gray finish that fights rust far better than paints or other conventional coatings. Slotted or drilled and slotted, you can expect your new GEOMET rotors to outperform and outlast stock rotors, and look great behind your alloy wheels.

Show your BMW some love. Use car care products straight from the folks who built it. BMW brand and BMW Natural Car Care environmentally-friendly products are designed to clean and protect your car from constant attacks by airborne chemicals, inclement weather, and plain old dirt! Unlike many cheaper alternatives, BMW and Natural Car Care products are highly effective, but won't damage glass, paint, and plastic surfaces. Our car care product line also includes cleaning pads and brushes, paint repair products, and an assortment of surface protectors. Swing by; check 'em out.

Stylish, Alzor 703 alloy wheels add a bold, expensive look to your BMW. Staggered split-spokes with hyper silver finish are ideal for showcasing big brake kits. TUV Rheinland approved with JWL and VIA certification, the 703 is TPMS compatible and ready to install, with BMW-style conical seats. Ready. Get this set. Go.

All new at ECS! Stylish, Alzor 718 alloy wheels add a bold, expensive look to your BMW. Staggered split-spokes with hyper silver finish are ideal for showcasing big brake kits. TUV Rheinland approved with JWL and VIA certification, the 718 is TPMS compatible and ready to install, with BMW-style conical seats. Ready. Get this set. Go.

You won't believe the difference an 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 E46 sedan 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.

Wake up your sleeping rear fogs with a Euro-switch upgrade. Already installed in your 8x or 9x chassis if you have xenon headlights and rain sensors, the rear fog light feature is not accessible with your stock U.S. spec headlight switch. That's why we offer a Euro-switch with dedicated rear fog light functionality. Choose from black or chrome accent finish to match your interior and personal tastes. Installs easily using a simple trim removal tool: pry the old switch out, snap the new switch in. Plug and play. Order yours today, and we'll ship it free.

Make your next boot, your last boot. Install a silicone intake boot from Mishimoto and eliminate frequent intake hose failures and annoying leaks. Made of smooth-walled reinforced silicone, Mishimoto boots are stronger, more heat-resistant, and far more flexible that conventional rubber intake boots. Available in red, blue, and basic black, these boots fit like originals and have auxiliary ports for idle speed and automatic stability controls. Want more? Read the full product description to learn about the unique Mishimoto warranty.

The Alzor 716 has arrived, and it's ready for action. The 716's smokin' design, slick finish, and bold spokes are ready to change you car's looks for the better--right now. The easy-clean gunmetal painted surface and machined face complement any car color. Add this classic look to your car; order a set soon.

The Alzor 716 has arrived, and it's ready for action. The 716's smokin' design, slick finish, and bold spokes are ready to change you car's looks for the better--right now. The easy-clean gunmetal painted surface and machined face complement any car color. Add this classic look to your car; order a set soon.

ECS-engineered Silicone Coolant, Boost, and PCV hoses are available for select BMW, MINI, VW, and Audi models. Silicone is a vastly superior material choice for the construction of these hoses. Three and four-ply fiberglass-reinforced designs withstand increased boost pressure, chemical degradation, and heat soak better than rubber or plastic – resisting leaks, dry-rotting, and bulging. Each ECS product is also perfectly matched to OEM dimensions for exceptional fitment, while many kits include stainless steel gear-drive hose clamps for ease of installation.

Meyle has a reputation for making durable, heavy duty suspension components for many European cars. Their HD line has long been favored as an upgrade for stock BMW ball joints and control arm assemblies. Meyle all-metal ball joint construction soaks up rough roads and potholes better than stock joints. For your convenience we offer choice. Replace a loose ball joint when that's all you need, or upgrade to a complete control arm assembly. When ordering, don't forget to check out our Schwaben bearing press tool, the easy way to replace ball joints.

Get your car in the air safely or ensure your new wheel/tire combo fits correctly. The specialty tool experts at Schwaben have released a series of superbly engineered, exceptionally reliable car ramps, ramp extensions, wheel stands, & wheel chocks - now available from ECS tuning. To ensure that your new wheels and tires fit your vehicle properly, use the newly available WheelRite Wheel/Tire Fitment tool. This WheelRite tool bolts onto your vehicle's hub to precisely simulate bolt pattern, wheel diameter, wheel width, backspacing, and tire profile.

If you care enough to service your BMW regularly, you demand premium oil and filters. We appreciate your high standards. That's why we've packaged a pair of service kits for M52/54 engines with everything you need to perform a professional quality oil change maintenance. Start with a MANN premium filter cartridge and BMW brand synthetic oil. Then add a new stock drain plug and washer, or move up to the added protection of an ECS magnetic drain plug. Be prepared in advance; order before your next change is due.

DIY with confidence. Buy PEAKE scan and service light reset tools and we'll ship them free. Don't pay shop labor rates for simple tasks like turning off your SI light or resetting a falsely triggered SRS warning light. PEAKE makes BMW scan tools that fit both underhood and underdash diagnostic connectors. Reset warning and reminder lights and retrieve onboard diagnostic data in cars that support OBD II datastream. Built with pride for over two decades, PEAKE scan tools have a well deserved reputation for quality and dependability, unique in the industry.

Seal the deal with Alzor wheels, and complete your personal styling statement. Nothing does more for your BMW than a great looking set of alloys. That's why you should check out our large and growing selection of stylish Alzor wheels and center caps. Available in 18 and 19 inch sizes in styles and colors sure to match your car and personal taste. Alzor Wheels: The new standard for value-minded motorists.

Spacers for your racer. ECS Tuning lets you tweak your stance--or swagger down the road with a 20mm monster offset. Bolt patterns to fit your BMW. Choose from our huge inventory of hub centric spacers in thicknesses sure to match your car, your wheels, and your shopping budget. All spacers are corrosion protected: 2,3, and 4mm spacers are zinc plated steel; thicker spacers, in sizes ranging from 5 to 20mm, are anodized aluminum. Buy them alone or with matching lug bolts.

Lowering springs should do more than get your car closer to the ground. If you're considering your lowering options, be sure to include the premium quality spring sets from H&R. Improve handling but keep ride quality suitable for a daily driver with Sport Springs, available in "low" and "lower." Or take the gloves off and install no nonsense H&R Race springs for track-ready performance. Regardless of your choice, buy with confidence, knowing you're getting German-made springs with an unrivaled reputation for quality and performance.