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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/Caster 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/Caster Gauge.

Wrapping up a build is satisfying in itself, but having it all come together with ECS Carbon Fiber Beauty Covers is icing on the cake that is your Audi or VW engine. The sleek, hand-laid, motorsport-inspired carbon fiber covers provide a uniform fit and finish that compliments any performance or show build. Fill your engine bay with carbon fiber to achieve that completed look with elegant and aggressive styling.

Add a touch of style to your BMW with Turner Roundel Overlays. These Roundel Overlays are a quick, inexpensive and non-permanent way to customize your ride. Cut to exact-fit for easy installation. Give a custom touch or a clean color match. Versatile Style

The bolt in upgrade for clean crisp shifting has arrived courtesy of Turner Motorsport. These Performance Shifter Bushing Assembly don’t require unfavorable modifications, such as cutting or even burning of factory components, to install simply remove your old assembly and bolt in your new poly bushing! The Turner Motorsport Performance rear shifter bushing is designed to remove the shifter play caused by an old failed rubber shifter bushing. Manufacturing the bushing from polyurethane instead of rubber reduces the amount of stretch caused by the moving part through the bushing.

We've all found ourselves using highly "creative" methods for separating removing parts in the midst of an intense project. Some methods do work... but usually at the expense of personal injury and a few broken or damaged parts. So why not start with the right tool? The Exhaust Hanger Removal Tool has a slim profile for work in tight areas, easily pulling off hangers. Then cut exhaust pipes with ease in tight areas with the professional grade Exhaust Pipe Cutter.

Carista is a smartphone app that allows you to diagnose, customize, and service your vehicle. Diagnose: Check your car's health and report any stored faults. Access manufacturer-specific diagnostics, clear fault codes and reset your CEL. Customize: Personalize the behavior of your car’s windows, lights and more, with a click of a button. Service: With Carista’s DIY tools, resetting your service indicator, or checking your launch control count becomes a 1-click action. Engage: Simply plug in the Carista dongle and download the app subscription from your play store.

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. Put the power in your hands with these new tools from Schwaben. Free yourself from the dealer and do more services yourself!

Schwaben produces specialty service tools to give DIYers and professionals access to the fastest service methods possible. Their Fluid Change Tools make oil service, transmission fluid service, brake fluid service, and more a breeze! These tools allow you to complete these services as professionally as modern dealerships and give you the ability to tackle jobs alone that would usually require lifting the vehicle or assistance from a friend.

Most new performance cars could use a more athletic, performance-purposed wheel fitment. Not only does widening a car's track width decrease body roll and make better use of available grip, but the new uninterrupted line from the wheel arch to the tire makes for a cleaner front and rear profile. ECS Tuning lets you tweak your stance or fitment down the road with a up to 30mm monster offset change. Engineered and tested to fit your BMW perfectly.

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. Put the power in your hands with these new tools from Schwaben. Free yourself from the dealer and do more services yourself!

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. Put the power in your hands with these new tools from Schwaben. Free yourself from the dealer and do more services yourself!

You like wheels. You love deals. We have both. Add a stylish set of Alzor wheels to your BMW, and corner the bragging rights on great looks and shrewd shopping. Pick from numerous styles, colors, and fitments, you cannot go wrong. Built with quality to international standards, these wheels are the deal you've waited for. Sale Ends 07/11/2017

2017 was a fast-paced year of exciting new developments for performance upgrades designed to improve the feel of your BMW. All our new bushings, mounts, bearings, and other accessories can be traced back to you, our loyal community. with your input and enthusiasm, we have been able to provide quality parts to BMW enthusiasts and will continue to do so moving into 2018. We would like to say Happy New Year to all of you for helping us make these upgrades, and wish you all the very best this year! So grab some new parts, and start making something incredible.

ECS has tons of options for surprising the enthusiasts in your life this Christmas. With gift options up to $100, you can even get something for that hard to shop for family member you know they will love! Bring home the stuff they really want this Holiday season with ECS Gift Ideas!

ECS has tons of options for surprising the enthusiasts in your life this Christmas. With gift options under $50, you can bring some ECS gifts to that secret Santa requirement at your Car Club Christmas party! Get the best gifts without breaking the bank. Bring home the stuff they really want this Holiday season with ECS Gift Ideas!

Alzor Wheels are made specifically for your BMW to bolt right up, look incredible, and set your car apart from the rest. With unique, individual, striking designs as well as some timeless classics make up the catalogue of choices you have to truly differentiate the European performance car in your life. A wide range of sizes, fitments, and color options mean you can have everything exactly right to take your BMW fitment to the standards you always wanted. Now, ALL Alzor Wheels are 25% OFF! Buy 3, get 1 FREE!

We have selected handfuls of products to feature and reduced their price for this one time sale. Deals like this go quick, so act soon or risk missing out.

When will you have the chance again to say you bought a brand new A3 for $50? We don't know when the next chance will be but we can tell you that right now every $50 you spend enters you for a chance to win the ECS Tuning A3 which we have extensively modified with a host of top notch sponsors to create the ultimate A3. Get as many entries as you can for the best chance to win! The deadline is Nov 3, so hurry up and secure your victory!

We have selected handfuls of products to feature and reduced their price for this one time sale. Deals like this go quick, so act soon or risk missing out.

Automotive electrical work demands patience, knowledge, & above all else, the correct tools. European car owners oftentimes find themselves using ineffective, dangerous, & cumbersome methods when repairing or replacing wiring harness connectors. Schwaben's latest release, the European Car Electrical Terminal Tool Kit, gives enthusiasts the exact tools required for bullet connectors, common ABS sensor and power connectors, trailer light plugs, and more. Extend harness life, ensure proper diagnostic equipment connectivity, and preserve wiring harness life with this superb release.

The most critically important regular maintenance for any car is oil service. Your performance BMW is no different and only deserves the highest quality products. The Redline kit, assembled by ECS Tuning, contains all that you will need to do your regular service on your vehicle. Quality, factory correct oil, filter, and drain plug will all work in harmony to keep those harmful contaminants from circulating through your engine. For a limited time only receive a FREE bottle of Water Wetter with any Redline Oil Service Kit assembled by ECS!

If you have ever been halfway into a DIY and realized you are missing a specific tool, then you know how frustrating not having the correct tool for the job can be. Even worse is having one that doesn't do the job correctly! Our Schwaben Hand Tools are there to help you finish the job the right way the first time. Don't get caught without the right equipment: save on your Schwaben Hand Tools now with our Partstoberfest Sale!

Normal wear and tear on your engine generates metal particles that will float around in your oil. While this is generally not a symptom of any issues, it can become an issue. Metal flakes in your oil can cause premature wear on internal components and can be an absolute nuisance. Trap those pesky flakes in your drain channel with a Magnetic Drain Plug from ECS and help preserve your engine!

For years you’ve been protecting your engine with our ECS Tuning magnetic drain plug, now it’s time to keep your Differential safe too! Our magnetic drain plug helps remove harmful metallic contaminants from your differential fluid and helps you monitor the condition of your differential. Install an ounce of prevention with a drain plug that catches and holds ferrous particles with an iron grip, before it can cause expensive differential damage. Pick up an ECS magnetic differential oil drain plug and your favorite differential fluid and and service your differential this weekend!

Don't let a tough project stop you in your tracks! Get the right tool for the job with Schwaben Hand Tools from ECS. Tools you can depend on, designed to put the DIY power in your hands, and ready to tackle general and specific jobs, Schwaben Tools are ready to make themselves at home in your garage.

When the going gets tough sometimes the only tool you want is a good hammer. The Schwaben hammers are built for a lifetime of use from top quality materials. The Ball Peen hammers feature a drop forged steel heads and ergonomic handles giving you accurate striking punches and chisels. The 36-oz Dead Blow hammer is designed with steel shot inside head, delivering a stronger force and at the same time prevents any rebound. For when maximum force is needed with minimal rebound.

Add a touch of style to your BMW with Turner Motorsport Roundel Overlays. These Roundel Overlays are a quick, inexpensive and non-permanent way to customize your ride. Cut to exact-fit for easy installation. Give a custom touch or a clean color match.

The oil change, probably the most common service known when owning a vehicle, no matter if you work on cars or not. This time, instead of just having our convenient bundles, we put them on sale with FREE shipping, don't let these saving slip by you. With savings like this, now is the perfect time to use that extra cash left in your pocket to get those fun parts you've had your eye on.

Auto repair professionals understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners. Too tight, and the fastener may be weakened and break. Too loose and everything just falls apart. You can tighten nuts and bolts like a pro with these torque wrenches from Schwaben, Central Tools, and GearWrench.

No toolbox is complete without the Schwaben Torque Wrenches! Every nut and bolt on your car has a specific torque the manufacturer intended to be tight enough to do its job without being dangerously snug. Make sure you are doing the job the right way every time with these toque wrenches to prevent failure or wear that could have otherwise been avoided! Now is the perfect time to complete your tool box or replace 'borrowed' or missing tools by saving up to 15% on select Schwaben Torque Wrenches!