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Most modern BMWs are notorious for their cooling system issues, often leaving owners stranded or causing irreversible engine damage in the event of failure. At the heart of these issues is the coolant expansion tank, a crucial component responsible for holding hot engine coolant under high pressure. Unfortunately, BMW chose to manufacture the factory E90 M3 expansion tank out of plastic. After years of exposure to high temperatures and chemical-laden antifreeze, the plastic degrades, eventually weakening enough to rupture. With this failure in mind, Turner's team of BMW enthusiasts set out to develop the ultimate solution for E90 M3 owners: a robust expansion tank built to last! Constructed from durable 5052 TIG-welded aluminum, this tank withstands high temperatures and pressures without deteriorating over time. Unlike the OEM molded plastic tank, Turner's alternative is not prone to cracking, leaking, or weakening. With Turner's Heavy Duty Aluminum Expansion Tank Kit, you'll never experience expansion tank failure again! To ensure precise fitment, 3D CAD modeling was utilized to design an upgraded tank that installs just like the factory unit. All bungs, nipples, and fittings are precision-machined for a reliable seal with factory hose ends. Unlike other aftermarket coolant reservoirs, this tank retains the factory coolant capacity and features a laser-cut Turner logo plate at the top of the tank to provide an exact level for filling. Additionally, internal baffles were implemented to prevent fluid cavitation inside the expansion tank. This ensures air pockets are not introduced to the cooling system and prevents false coolant level warnings during performance driving. Designed for both high-performance builds and daily drivers, the tank features a premium wrinkle black powder coat for a sleek "OEM+" look. This durable finish goes beyond style�it prevents corrosion for long-lasting reliability. In addition to the expansion tank, this kit also features a silicone overflow hose, a high-quality level sensor, and an OE expansion tank cap to ensure a comprehensive cooling system service. Don't let the problematic factory expansion tank leave you stranded. Upgrade your E90 M3 and drive with confidence!

Our ALZOR wheel and tire packages bring together our most popular wheel styles paired with high-quality tires, all mounted and balanced for you right out of the box. Its the easiest way to upgrade your vehicles look and performance without the hassle, giving you a ready-to-install setup that saves time and gets you back on the road quicker. If you dont see a style paired with tires you want please reach out and we will make you a kit!

This BMW G87 M2 with a manual transmission is a car built for true enthusiasts, channeling the raw spirit and balanced driving dynamics that made the E46 M3 so iconic. Like its predecessor, the G87 M2 embraces a compact, rear-wheel-drive layout with perfectly judged proportions, offering an agile chassis that thrives on twisty roads and track days alike.

The wheel that redefined OEM+ just got its evolution. Introducing the NEUSPEED RSe10R; a modern refresh of NEUSPEED's all-time best seller, the original RSe10. With its flow formed construction, precision-engineered fitments, and iconic split 10-spoke layout, the RSe10 earned its place as the go-to aftermarket wheel for VW and Audi enthusiasts worldwide. The RSe10R builds on that legacy � bringing sharper lines, deeper spoke pocketing, and a more aggressive overall stance, while retaining everything that made the original great: lightweight performance, perfect fitment, and daily-driver durability. From daily commute to weekend canyon run, the RSe10R offers a refined look that doesn�t shout � it shows. The sculpted spokes and motorsport-inspired silhouette make it an ideal match for modern Euro builds that demand both form and function.

The benefits go far beyond added rigidity. Precision-machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum, this cover features an aggressive fin profile to enhance heat dissipation, ensuring cooler differential temperatures even under extreme load. The internal geometry is designed with performance in mind. fluid is strategically channeled across the ring gear thanks to an embossed profile that mirrors the gears path, keeping lubrication consistent where it matters most.

Don't let a dead battery or flat tire leave you stranded. The 4-In-1 Jump Pack & Tire Inflator is the ultimate emergency companion, engineered for convenience, power, and versatility. Compact yet powerful, this all-in-one unit features a lithium-ion jump starter, digital air compressor, high-lumen LED flashlight, and power bank'everything you need to stay safe and get back on the road quickly.

Take your driving dynamics to the next level with our S54 Performance Clutch Kit and Lightweight Flywheel. Designed for enthusiasts who demand more from their vehicles, this upgraded kit offers improved performance, durability, and a superior driving experience.

Swapping a modern 24V BMW engine into your E30 should be about unlocking performance, not chasing down discontinued oil pan parts or fabricating that you are not equipped for. At ECS Tuning, we know how frustrating it can be to source rare components and make them work. That's why we're proud to offer the Turner Motorsport Fabricated Oil Pan, a purpose-built solution that eliminates the complexity and delivers true bolt-on convenience. Turner Motorsport has spent time on the track and under the hood, and this oil pan reflects that experience. Designed from the ground up to support M5X/S5X swaps in the E30 chassis, it requires no cutting, no fabrication, and no compromise.

The Apex ML-10RT forged wheels are designed for high-performance vehicles, offering a blend of lightweight construction and exceptional strength. Engineered using advanced forging technology, these wheels provide superior durability and improved handling. Their sleek, multi-spoke design not only enhances aesthetics but also ensures optimal brake clearance. Ideal for track enthusiasts and street drivers alike, the Apex ML-10RT wheels deliver both style and performance.

Like many manual transmission-equipped BMWs, your factory shifter leaves much to be desired. Plagued by long shifter throws, imprecision, and "rubbery" gear selection, many enthusiasts have critiqued the factory G8X shifter since its release. While many short throw shifter kits claim to solve this issue, they often lack the adjustability and modularity needed to maximize the feeling of a carrier-mounted shifter. Turner Motorsport engineers set out to create an ideal solution to these issues, and are proud to introduce the Double-Adjustable Short Shifter Kit for BMW G80 M3, G82/G83 M4, and G87 M2. Whether you're looking to tune your shifter for track use or want a more engaged daily driving experience, the Turner Motorsport Double-Adjustable Short Shifter is the perfect solution. Offering optimal adjustment for both shifter throw length and height, this kit allows you to tailor your shifter to your driving style. Additionally, Turner's kit features selectable options for retaining your factory shift knob or adding a rally-style shift lever for enhanced leverage and reduced shift times.

Turners Single-Mass Lightweight Flywheel Conversion addresses the shortcomings of the factory BMW S55 dual-mass flywheel with a purpose-built, lightweight, single-mass design that prioritizes performance. Weighing in at only 18.5 lbs., this design significantly reduces rotational mass, allowing your S55 to achieve its true motorsport potential!

Made from heavy-duty, reinforced silicone, this silicone coolant hose set can handle higher temperatures and greater pressure than the stock rubber hoses. Designed to resist oil, fuel, and electrochemical degradation and tested up to continuous 250� Fahrenheit operating temperature and over 45 psi, you can expect greater reliability, less fluid turbulence, and improved flow with our smooth silicone hoses. Our hose kit features smoother internal passageways, consistent internal hose diameters, and smoother bends. This will result in improved flow for greater cooling system performance with added durability.

The factory-installed plastic gears in S65 and S85 throttle body actuators are prone to degradation due to constant mechanical stress, vibration, and heat cycling. After years of use, internal actuator gear wear leads to excessive play, improper throttle response, and eventual failure�often triggering DME trouble codes, limp mode, and DSC malfunctions. Replacing both throttle body actuator assemblies can prove expensive, and replacement units will experience the same failure in due time. We've engineered a high-quality replacement for the internal actuator gears to solve this issue. ECS Upgraded Throttle Body Actuator Gears are constructed from durable Teflon-reinforced nylon, safeguarding gear teeth from wear and ensuring long-term reliability.

The ECS Tuning Center Support Bearing Brace is designed to enhance the performance and longevity of your drivetrain. To improve upon the factory design, and to create a performance alternative, our engineers started by designing a set of exact-fit, split polyurethane bushings that clamp around your existing driveshaft bearing. Crafted from 30A durometer polyurethane, our material choice effectively eliminates bushing deflection without causing an increase in noise, vibration, and harshness. By eliminating deflection, this design ensures a longer lifespan than the stock center support bearing, making it a great investment for enthusiasts looking to maintain their aging BMW chassis.

Designed specifically for your chassis our F80 lowering springs feature a linear style spring similar to a coilover. The issue with coilovers is the rough ride due to a drastic drop and much higher spring rates. When you have a higher spring rate like coilovers, it takes much more force to compress the spring, leading to a much more rigid ride. ECS lowering springs provide a happy medium between the factory suspension and coilover suspension. Our springs are stiffer than factory but softer than a coilover spring to achieve the balance of increased performance and aesthetics while retaining a comfortable ride.

From the minds that engineered them to the machines they personally drive, these are our top product picks, straight from our enthusiast engineers! As die-hard automotive lovers themselves, our team pours their passion and expertise into every design. If it's not good enough for our own vehicles, you won't find it here. Get a glimpse into the parts we trust and install on our personal rides � we truly are enthusiasts built!

The ZF 5-speed is widely regarded by BMW enthusiasts as a stout, capable, and reliable transmission perfect for swapping into a variety of different chassis. It is, however, plagued with detent issues that tend to appear on higher-mileage units. This full-service kit aims to remedy the issue, keeping your ZF reliable for many years to come! Together, these components will result in a transmission that shifts smoothly and is free of centering defects. Installation is fairly simple provided the transmission is removed from the vehicle, with many write-ups and DIY guides available online. This kit includes a set of drift/punch tools that are required for installation. How do I know if my ZF 5-speed transmission needs new detents? Shifter leans towards the 5th gear position while in neutral Resistance when shifting between gears Intermittent sticking in gear, specifically between 1st and 2nd

When the 8V RS3 came out, it quickly became one of the best performing "hot compact sedans" on the market! Naturally we had to get an 8Y RS3 into the shop for R&D and oh boy did we! Our engineering team went to work fast and made sure that everything we developed was that perfect OEM+ look and feel. We reviewed an 8Y RS3 earlier this year with our full catalog of ECS Upgrades and fell in LOVE! We fell so much in love with it and decided to purchase one, bolt on $20,000+ worth of top performance mods in the aftermarket industry and you guess it! LAUNCH A SWEEPSTAKES where YOU could take this beauty home! Plus we are giving the winner $10,000 additional to help with those pesky taxes! We partnered with top names in the performance and maintenance aftermarket industry to bring you the best 8Y RS3 as decked out as possible! Check out all the performance products from APR, BILSTEIN, AWE, Integrated Engineering and APEX Wheels below. Also dont forget we topped off all fluids with LIQUI MOLY and swapped out filters with HENGST Filters our preferred filtration supplier!

The ECS Tuning Center Support Bearing Brace is designed to enhance the performance and longevity of your drivetrain. To improve upon the factory design, and to create a performance alternative, our engineers started by designing a set of exact-fit, split polyurethane bushings that clamp around your existing driveshaft bearing. Crafted from 30A durometer polyurethane, our material choice effectively eliminates bushing deflection without causing an increase in noise, vibration, and harshness. By eliminating deflection, this design ensures a longer lifespan than the stock center support bearing, making it a great investment for enthusiasts looking to maintain their aging BMW chassis.

Turner Motorsport's Rear Subframe Reinforcement Brace is the ultimate solution for enthusiasts seeking to eliminate carrier panel flex and prevent further RACP damage. Designed for high-performance driving and track use, this brace adds essential structural rigidity to the rear end of your E46, enhancing both durability and drivability. This brace is constructed from heavy-duty steel tubing and finished with a durable blue powdercoat for corrosion resistance and a striking appearance. During design, Turner's engineers ensured this brace was compatible with their underside Rear Subframe/Chassis Reinforcement Kit (ES#3006359), making it the perfect addition to a comprehensive chassis strengthening strategy. Don't let RACP failure and chassis flex limit your E46's performance potential. Upgrade to the Turner Motorsport' Rear Subframe Reinforcement Brace to fortify your chassis, enhance stability, and unlock superior handling for both road and track use.

This fitting is found at the end of the master cylinder reservoir hose. It is tasked with delivering hydraulic fluid to the master cylinder inlet, a crucial part of clutch system operation. Unfortunately, BMW chose plastic for constructing the factory piece. After years of exposure to brake fluid, the plastic fitting degrades, resulting in a total loss of clutch hydraulic pressure and brake fluid all over your carpet. Our team of E30 enthusiasts is aware of this issue, and aims to solve this increasingly common failure with a durable aluminum fitting! Swap your fragile plastic fitting for our 6061 billet aluminum alternative during your next clutch master cylinder service to ensure leak-free operation for the life of your vehicle.

Most modern BMWs are notorious for their cooling system issues, often leaving owners stranded or causing irreversible engine damage in the event of failure. At the heart of these issues is the coolant expansion tank-a crucial component responsible for holding hot engine coolant under high pressure. Unfortunately, BMW chose to manufacture the factory E46 M3 expansion tank out of plastic. After years of exposure to high temperatures and chemical-laden antifreeze, the plastic degrades, eventually weakening enough to rupture. With this failure in mind, Turner's team of BMW enthusiasts set out to develop the ultimate solution for E46 M3 owners: a robust expansion tank built to last! Constructed from durable 5052 TIG-welded aluminum, this tank withstands high temperatures and pressures without deteriorating over time. Unlike the OEM molded plastic tank, Turner's alternative is not prone to cracking, leaking, or weakening. With Turner's Heavy Duty Aluminum Expansion Tank Kit, you'll never experience expansion tank failure again!

Brake pad wear sensors are a convenient part of the braking system, notifying the driver of when the material on the brake pads are getting low and need to be serviced. Unfortunately it is common in custom or upgraded braking systems that the pad wear sensor is non-existent or does not mate properly with the connector on your vehicle, leaving you with a brake pad wear warning every time you start your vehicle. Our engineers developed a direct-fit Brake Pad Wear Sensor Bypass to alleviate this issue. This sensor bypass will trick the vehicle's electronics into thinking that the brake pads have adequate pad material to keep the dashboard warning from appearing. No more unnecessary warnings when installing a big brake kit or your own custom setup. This bypass is a plug-and-play component that requires no modifications so you can revert back to your OEM setup if necessary.

Everyone has seen them. The unmistakeable fitment of a wide-bodied car, featuring bulging hips and haunches, aggressively demanding admiration either rolling down the road or sitting like a poised predator waiting for some unlucky prey. With StreetFighter LA, you can transform your BMW with a full kit designed to give your BMW the most striking visual upgrade possible.

The Pipercross catalogue of products has over 1000 vehicle applications. Their goal is to help you Find Your Filter; Whether it's a replacement drop in panel filter, universal cone/competition filter, performance intake system or one of their BRAND-NEW carbon fiber AirMax systems. Pipercross products are engineered to deliver optimal airflow without compromising filtration, enhancing your vehicle's performance, fuel efficiency, and longevity. Pipercross Heritage - "Of all the thousands of components of a car, we are obsessed with just one" Stacey Trewin, Chairman Founded in 1983, Pipercross has been at the forefront of British engineering, producing high-performance air filters that are trusted by enthusiasts and professionals alike. Their heritage is steeped in tradition, innovation and the pursuit of excellence. Proudly made in Northampton, UK, each of their products is designed, tested and manufactured under one roof using industry leading methods. Pipercross Future - Pipercross Airmax intakes are the pinnacle of intake systems, meticulously designed carbon fiber induction systems that are tailored to your specific vehicle, providing a bespoke solution for maximizing power, efficiency and induction sound.

We couldn't be happier to work with our good friend Zach Jobe and his E46 M3 CSL Clone project. Not only do we love seeing the E46 M3 still getting the love and attention from enthusiasts 20 years after its production end, we are also in love with Zach's custom touches that make his dream a reality. We helped refresh every corner of his E46 M3, see the build list here and check out the videos on YouTube!

Built to last, made from a single piece of 6061 billet aluminum with a rugged and good-looking hard-coat anodizing this diff cover can handle anything you throw at it. Not only is it an absolute masterpiece to look at but this billet diff cover checks all the boxes for features needed. Reinforced mounting ears for strength and stability, never again will you break an ear off your diff cover like the factory units are known to do.

Upgrading to the Turner Billet Differential cover gives you the strength you need to push your car to its limits without worrying about snapping a diff mount from clutch kicking or other shocks to the drivetrain. In addition to its enhanced strength, this differential cover includes numerous other upgrades and conveniences. These include improved cooling and lubrication for the ring gear, upgraded fill and drain plugs, and the option to expand for an external oil cooler for extreme motorsport usage. Designed to complement both upgraded daily drivers and extensively modified track cars, it also offers a visually appealing design. This diff cover is cool, literally, the entire construction was designed with optimized cooling in mind. External fins are strategically placed on the rear face, bottom, and between the mounting ears of the cover, serving as effective heat sinks for optimal heat dissipation. This ensures stable temperatures, promoting longevity for both the fluid and your differential. Additionally, the internal design ensures continuous oiling and lubrication to the ring gear, maintaining its stability and preventing fatigue by controlling heat more effectively. An internal baffle at the cover's corner helps maintain proper pressure and prevents cavitation.

Whether you're replacing a worn-out clutch or upgrading for increased power handling, this E34 M5 clutch kit offers a reliable solution for enhanced pedal feel, power capacity, and overall driving satisfaction. Paired with a modified geometry flywheel, the E34 M5 style clutch is ideally suited for most E36, E46, and others using the same powertrain. It checks all the boxes for essential clutch replacement features. While some aftermarket options may address slipping issues and worn-out clutches, they often sacrifice pedal feel, providing little to no resistance. A soft clutch not only kills the driving experience of your BMW but also reduces confidence when pushing the car to its limits. HP Description: Upgraded clutch kit to be used with E34 M5 architecture flywheels. Designed for factory and upgraded street car applications to handle up to 375 Ft/lbs at the crank.

As fellow enthusiasts, we understand the importance of preserving the integrity of E36s and their components. With iconic colors like Techno Violet, Boston Green, and Estoril Blue in mind, we refuse to compromise the original trunk and paint with traditional drilling methods. Instead, this carbon LTW spoiler features an innovative fastening system that requires no modifications and preserves your car's pristine showroom finish. With precision-engineered billet clamps and high-quality 3M double-sided tape, installation is a breeze, requiring only basic hand tools. No drilling is necessary.