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Need a complete boost gauge kit for a custom application? ECS proudly announces our new universal Boost Gauge Kits. Each kit contains a 42mm illuminated boost gauge, plus pressure transducer, wiring, and hoses. Just tap into a manifold vacuum source at the engine using the enclosed vacuum tee. Then run a vacuum sampling line into the cabin and connect it to the transducer. Plug in the transducer, and connect the gauge to power with the wiring harness and bullet connectors in the kit. This versatile package makes it easy to install this bright, accurate gauge, in any car.

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.

If you demand nothing but Castrol TWS for your high performance E9x M3 engine, then we have good news. Now you can buy Castrol Edge Professional TWS--for less. This is the same oil specified by BMW engineers for the M3. The same oil that came in your M3's crankcase from Bavaria. Not a similar oil; not a substitute. The real deal. The difference? The bottle. Save on your next oil change by buying Castrol TWS in a slightly different bottle, and put the savings in the bank. Or the tank. Same oil. Less dough. Any questions?

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.

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 fit like OE for hassle-free installation.

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A 2-day celebration of European vehicles with a full Track Day at Nelson Ledges Road Course on Friday June 5th and car show & swap meet at ECS Tuning HQ on Saturday June 6th. Spectating is FREE!!! Space is limited, tickets are non-refundable, register before they sell out! HOW TO TRACK YOUR CAR ON 6/5/26: Purchase a Track Day At Nelson Ledges - Registration Ticket and someone will reach out to you to collect information. There will be three driving levels running from 9:00a - 4:00p on Friday June 5th. HOW TO SHOW YOUR CAR ON 6/6/26: Join us from 10am-2pm for the show at ECS HQ Show Tickets are exclusively reserved for European cars, but spectators of any make are welcome for FREE. To register for the show, purchase this ticket now and stay tuned to your email for classing and event details. HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SWAP MEET ON 6/6/26: Purchase a Swap Meet Slot Registration Ticket and someone will contact you with details and to collect your information.

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 BMW E92 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. We've even documented the procedure in a step-by-step pdf tutorial to show you how.

Are you ready to make your fluid bleeding job as simple as changing your oil? Typically, two people are needed in order to get the job done, but sometimes, that second person isn't around and when they are, the job itself is extremely time consuming. These new Motive products will make a complex job an easy one. When it comes to bleeding your brakes, you won't have to pump the pedal. This tool uses pressurized brake fluid to force air and old fluid out of your brake lines. The same can be said for clutch and differential fluid. Make your vehicle's service easier with these products

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.

Give it a rest. Add an attractive landing spot for your right elbow with a Genuine BMW split armrest. Unlike the original one-piece console cover, our padded armrest adds driver side fore and aft adjustment. This direct fit upgrade is covered in durable, easy-to-clean leather or leatherette, available in several colors to match your interior for a factory-installed look. Install them in minutes using simple hand tools; our online video tutorial shows you how. Finely tailored with rich stitching accents, BMW split arm rests add value and comfort.

Getting your M3 to stand out can be extremely expensive, so we just dropped the price on this OEM Competition Package Carbon Fiber Front Splitter Set! This competition set for the E9x M3 is made from real hand-laid carbon fiber for perfect fitment on your driving machine. With a 16% drop in price, it's easier than ever to add aggressive styling to your M3, without breaking the bank!

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, the wheel tree adjusts to fit a range of wheel and tire sizes. Complete kit includes hardware, wrench, and a cloth protective bag.

You might buy these Ziza Euro-spec headlights for their superior illumination. You might buy them because they install easily, without modification or coding. You might even buy them because they won't bust your budget for the next six months. But odds are, you'll slap a set of these chrome or blackout headlights in your MKV because they are drop-dead good looking, on or off. Pick a reason. Pick a look. Order soon.

Take your bike; keep it safe. Euro Pitch Fork accessories from RockyMounts make it easy to haul your bikes to your favorite trails. Carry them securely on top of your car, then lock them down to discourage sticky fingers. One handed adjustment with stainless steel quick release makes them easy to use. Made of solid aluminum with tubular wheel tray, these sturdy bike carriers fit all OEM base bars, and come in nine colors: Black, Silver, Red, White, Yellow, Blue, Green, Pink, and Orange. If you plan to hit the trails soon, be sure to take RockyMounts accessories with you.

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.

Tired of sitting on your sunglasses or having them fall off the dash onto the floor? Where you step on them. And break them. Crunch. Here's a simple but elegant solution: Hard to find original equipment sunglasses holders in several colors. No need to change your interior, just mount them in place of the existing ceiling grab handles where they'll look like factory originals. Look at it this way: the holders pay for themselves the first time you don't mangle your new Ray-Bans.

E46, E9X, Z4, M3 owners: Does your drive-by-wire throttle need a wake up call? Is there an annoying lag between pedal mashing and engine giddyup? Modern drive-by-wire throttles are electrically operated, and some take their sweet time responding when you stomp on the gas. Sprint Booster has the solution. This plug and play signal enhancer installs in minutes to improve throttle response and performance. Complete with remote, push button control to let you select among stock, sport, or race modes for different driving conditions. Why wait? Order yours today!

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.