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The ECS Tuning 6-speed shift kit shortens shift throws to let you grab the next gear faster. Reduce fore and aft movement needed to engage gears by 49, 28, or 7 percent--or leave it stock. Then do something you can't do with other shift kits: pick the exact shifter feel that suits your preference. The kit includes seven balance weights to let you dial in a feel that matches your new, reduced throws. Heavy cast shift arm comes with a complete installation kit, including plate, weights, bolts, washers, and shift pin. Order now and we'll ship yours free.

For Submodels: 318i, 318ic, 318is, 323i, 323ic, 323is, 328i, 328ic, 328is Make it right. Get it tight. ECS has parts and kits to repair or restore your E36 suspension and steering. Choose from individual bushings, control arm assemblies with factory-installed ball joints, tie rod ends and stabilizer links, or packaged suspension kits in three stages. Fix front. Fix rear. Fix it all with a complete Stage III package. Pick packages priced to match your budget, from OEM to name-brand aftermarket supplier. Make your E36 go where you aim it.

Take peace of mind wherever you go with a Euro-market roadside rescue kit. Packaged in a sturdy, stylish storage case with embossed BMW letters, this popular accessory is back in stock and ready to ship. Now you can make minor repairs, and keep on motoring. Take standard tool kit items like pliers, end wrenches, and a versatile screwdriver handle with interchangeable bits, plus a flashlight, cotton gloves, and a seven-blade pocket knife. A great addition to any vehicle, this unique accessory is also a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves a BMW and an open road.

The Schwaben 100-piece specialty bit set includes bits to fit a wide assortment of automotive fasteners, including triple square, tamper-proof Torx, tri-wing, and hex. Breeze through repairs knowing you can remove odd specialty fasteners with ease. These premium bits are made of hardened chrome vanadium steel, handsome and tough enough for daily use. Packaged in a handy blow molded case with silhouetted slots for easy organization and inventory. With the increased use of specialty fasteners, no tool box is complete without this versatile bit assortment.

Our new and expanded brake parts inventory includes brake parts from both original equipment and name brand aftermarket suppliers; quality products from the most trusted names in the business. Not sure what you need or how to do it? Watch our new installation video or download a step-by-step how-to installation guide. Great parts. Detailed instructions. A win-win.

RockyMounts LiftOp ski and snowboard carriers work with all roof rack base bars. Their unique GripCord attachment system cinches tight in minutes, and carries skis and snowboards in lockable non-mar flexible rubber jaws. LiftOp's rocky mountain-solid tubular design is sleek and aerodynamic to reduce drag and run whisper quiet. Tested in subzero temperatures at 14,000 feet, RockyMounts products will elevate your expectations for roof rack accessories.

Change a little. Change a lot. Pick from our sale selection of E36 M-Replica body treatments and add styling cues from some of BMW's greatest hits. Tweak lightly with bumper spoilers and splitters, or an M3 grille. Tweak more with front and rear bumper treatments, made to fit and ready for color matching. Still want more? Do a massive facelift with a complete M3 aero kit that includes front and rear fascia panels and side skirts. A choice for every taste. We leave you with two words: Free shipping.

Check out this hand-picked selection of eight stunning eighteen inch Alzor wheels for BMW. Choose silver, black, or gunmetal gray; something sure to suit your style and match your mood. Take a set for a spin.

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 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.

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.

Worried about that really bad storm? The mother of all blizzards where your all seasons tires don't get it done, and there are more cars in the ditch than on the road? Rest easy. We have a solution: ISSE Textile Tire Chains. So light a child can lift them. Easy to install no matter where you are. Just slip them over your tires, and get instant traction. Available in different grades for regular or occasional use, in sizes for every car. Keep a set in your trunk so you can stop worrying and get a grip when winter gets ugly.

Not sure what to buy for your favorite BMW enthusiast? To save you time, we've put up a special shopping section filled with assorted gifts, from clothes to cleaners, totes to tire gauges, roof racks to radar detectors. Take your time; browse for ideas until that special something jumps out and grabs your attention. Not sure what size to order? Select an ECS Gift card in denominations from 10 to 100 dollars, always a sure fit. Great gifts at prices to fit every budget.

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 a 10 percent discount on 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; on sale.

If you're a tool-aholic--or know someone who is--you're in for a pleasant surprise. Our tool catalog is large and growing. We have both Euro-car and general application tools, great additions to an enthusiast's tool box; tough enough for a pro mechanic. Make a tool junkie happy, even if it's you.

Lifting your E31/E36 has never been safer or easier than it is with a hydraulic jack head adapter from ECS Tuning. Our stainless side mount lift adapter slides securely into rocker panel jack holes, where it provides a stable lift point that safely engages the round lift head used on most hydraulic jacks, including the Schwaben Low Boy. Lift both standard ride height and lowered chassis cars with ease, and prevent damage to body panels and paint. Work safe. Work smart. ECS Tuning. Raising the bar...and your car.

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.

Give 'em what they want: cold hard cash. ECS Tuning Gift Certificates are the gift that won't get returned because it's the wrong size, style, or color. ECS gift cards come in different denominations, from 10 to 100 dollars, to fit any budget. These certificates are sure to please your favorite auto enthusiast, and they're a lot easier to wrap than a bowling ball!

Give your E36 an attitude adjustment with bad-to-the-bone blackout grilles from ECS. Unlike chrome OEM grilles, these durable replacements are made from chip-resistant molded ABS plastic to make them as tough as they look. Installation is a snap--literally. Why not pop one in this weekend?

Give your E36 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. Each replica part is made of high quality materials for good fit and durability. Final finish and color matching required.

Today's modern engines were made with complex tools that only dealerships seem to have on hand. This forces one to take their vehicle to a dealer in order to get routine service. With these new tools from Schwaben, you can do this service yourself. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, ignition coils, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the tool 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.

ECS Tuning has been striving to give you quality factory and aftermarket components for your vehicle, in order to help you add power, style and some extra presence on the road. If you have been enjoying our products and want to show off your support for our company, these new license plate frames and stickers are for you. They come in a wide variety of colors, including green, white, orange, blue, red and even pink. Each item is easily attached to your vehicle and once in place, it will go perfectly with the other modifications that you have done.

If you want to improve your BMW's handling dynamics, as well as drop it down a bit to impress your friends, a new KW kit is the best choice for various reasons. Not only will you get an improved ride and a lowered vehicle, but you will also get a gift card to use at ECS Tuning, as well as free shipping. Whether you get the V1, V2 or the V3, each kit comes with a gift card for you to use on your next purchase. Each KW kit is the definition of quality and no matter what series you go with, your vehicle's suspension will be improved dramatically.

Looking to add some carbon fiber to your vehicle, but don't want to spend hundreds and thousands of dollars? 3M has created a material called DiNoc, that adheres to your vehicle to give you that carbon look. 3M Di-Noc is not just a cheap imitation vinyl, it is a high quality three-dimensional textured vinyl that reflects light the same way real carbon fiber parts do. It is simple to install, as it just sticks to pretty much any surface, but also can be removed and re-applied numerous times without losing its adhesion.

Brake service is an important aspect of ownership and an excellent way to increase performance with dedicated pads, rotors, calipers, and lines. Unfortunately, without the proper tools, brake services that involve bleeding are two-man jobs without the right tools and pressing caliper pistons in can be a pain. That's why we have Brake Bleeder Tools and Caliper Piston Tools for you, discounted now, to make that next brake job a breeze.

When it comes to the wheel essential tools there are really only a few categories, Schwaben has an answer for each. When removing or installing wheels, Schwaben's Telescoping Lug Wrench gives you the leverage you need to easily loosen or tighten lugs—all in a compact, easy to store package. When you have multiple wheel and tire sets, the Schwaben Wheel Tree and Wall Rack are the perfect accessory to keeping your garage clean and organized. Extend the life of your tires by keeping them off the floor.