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For the E39 generation 528i, BMW chose to use a cost-cutting plastic power steering pulley, mounting it close to the road at the front of the engine. This arrangement has proven to be troublesome for many enthusiasts, many of whom have experienced premature wear or even failure of this part. ECS engineers have developed a permanent and elegant solution to this design oversight with the CNC-machined Aluminum Power Steering Pulley. The black-anodized piece is a direct replacement for the cheap factory part, allowing for the use of the factory belt and hardware.

Many E46 M3 owners have been eagerly waiting for a direct bolt-on oil cooler for their BMW. Daily drivers that are also tracked require this type of oil cooler. Drivers that live in hot climates or experience hotter summers will find the 25% increase in cooling capacity virtually a requirement for track days. Cooler oil means less thermal breakdown, which is better lubricated engine components improved fuel mileage from reducing heat soak. The Mishimoto kit includes all parts required for installation, including stainless steel lines, AN fittings, & oil filter housing adapters

It's no secret that the cooling systems on most BMW's are ticking time bombs; the weakness is largely due to the plastic build materials used on several components. Mishimoto is a very well known name in the performance community, due mainly to their high quality direct-fit aluminum radiators. The thicker design allows for 30% better cooling than stock, while the pressurized cooling system means less stress on other cooling components. Additionally, a complete aluminum design adds strength to the stock plastic areas known for cracking.

The alternator in your vehicle keeps the battery at full charge when your engine is running. Because all of your electronic systems run off of this small piece, it's important that it stay operational. If your lights are dim while driving or your battery dies within minutes of starting your car, it's time for a new alternator.

The F30 335i is essentially a luxury sports car, and it should have all the options to treat it as such. The twin scroll turbo N55 engine can be upgraded easily to out-perform most models in its class, but to control this beast you need the right brakes. BMW designed these performance retrofit brake kits with this in mind. Their flashy yet clean design shows that you mean business.

The BMW S62 engine still represents a truly stunning achievement in mechanical engineering, managing a horsepower-per liter ratio that stands as a performance benchmark even for today's manufacturers. This is one powerplant that absolutely must be serviced with BMW's strongly recommended oil, properly-functioning filters, and effective spark plugs. ECS assembled and genuine BMW Inspection II Service Kits both include an oil filter, cabin filter, air filter, fuel filter, and 8 spark plugs. Kits are also available that add 7 quarts of the correct Castrol TWS Edge Professional oil.

The Escort SmartMirror 2 is the essential all-in-one product for any driver, featuring turn by turn GPS, Bluetooth hands-free calling and multimedia support, a rearview camera, and touch screen display. What's truly special about this fully-loaded mirror is that it swiftly replaces your factory mirror, saving you from the ugly mess of electronics associated with other options. The SmartMirror comes with a built-in speaker, while also allowing for connectivity through an FM transmitter to be heard through your sound system for listening to bluetooth-streaming music.

Schwaben's reputation for producing highly reliable, finely crafted specialty tools is growing rapidly - consumers are beginning to see the extraordinary value behind the Schwaben name. Nowhere is the dependability and security associated with the Schwaben name more important than with their latest 3-Ton Aluminum Jack Stands. The all-aluminum stands feature heavy-duty flanged bases for exceptional stability, while the over-engineered .584" diameter load pin rigidly secures the post in six different positions for convenience and peace of mind.

With the seasons changing and the air bringing in a chill, its the sure sign that winter is right around the corner. The best way to cope with the cold is to make the best of it by engaging in winter activities, if you have a passion for skiing or snowboarding then RockyMounts is the way to go to load up your gear safely. The LiftOp ski and snowboard carrier works with oval, aero, round, rectangular, straight or slotted roof rack crossbars on all European vehicles. RockyMounts products will elevate your expectations for roof rack accessories.

ECS Black Out Grille Sets are distinguished by their full matte black ABS plastic construction. The design means that any chips or scratches on the grille will not reveal a white surface underneath black paint, as the parts are integrally black. Engineered to exact OEM dimensions for precise fitment into the BMW E82 1 series, the grilles are available in a carbon fiber-look or matte black finish.

If your exterior air temperature sensor is lying all the time, odds are it took a direct hit from a flying object, or rammed its head against a concrete curb. If you're lucky, plugging in a new sensor will set things straight. Problem is, in many cases the sensor, its electrical connector, and a good chunk of wiring are laying out on the highway. That's why we put together a kit that lets you repair the sensor and its circuit with a factory connector, plus extra wire so you can move it to a safer location, out of harm's way. Our free tutorial shows you how.

The engines in the E39 5 series are known for only one weakness, the cooling system. The ultimate assurance that you wont be left on the side of the road with an over heated engine is to refresh all the major components at the first sign of any failure. In most cases these engines will make it most of the life of the vehicle, meaning by this time there will be more wear and tare on these components than they were guaranteed. ECS created Cooling System Refresh Kits with varying levels of components for this very reason.

The engines in the E39 5 series are known for only one weakness, the cooling system. The ultimate assurance that you wont be left on the side of the road with an over heated engine is to refresh all the major components at the first sign of any failure. In most cases these engines will make it most of the life of the vehicle, meaning by this time there will be more wear and tare on these components than they were guaranteed. ECS created Cooling System Refresh Kits with varying levels of components for this very reason.

The engines in the E39 5 series are known for only one weakness, the cooling system. The ultimate assurance that you wont be left on the side of the road with an over heated engine is to refresh all the major components at the first sign of any failure. In most cases these engines will make it most of the life of the vehicle, meaning by this time there will be more wear and tare on these components than they were guaranteed. ECS created Cooling System Refresh Kits with varying levels of components for this very reason.

If you're beginning to notice oil drips on the ground, a burning oil smell or smoke from underneath the hood, a leaking valve cover gasket may be the culprit. A common leaky gasket on BMW engines, the valve cover gasket is nothing to ignore. Don't forget to always replace the camshaft tensioner gasket at the same time as these are also prone to leaking. A small amount of RTV silicone is not included, but recommended in several transitional areas of the cylinder head valve cover rail.

The E90 3 series is a model that requires very little improvements; they're specifically produced by BMW to meet enthusiasts' expectations. However, it's no secret that European equipment is held to a higher standard compared to North American designs – the Euro offerings are what your BMW was designed to flow with. With Euro Halogen Headlights, ECS tuning has found a great solution to gain the European look for your 3 Series. The kits eliminate the amber corners to improve the look of your E90, while offering European beam patterns for improved visibility.

All dedicated BMW enthusiasts are familiar with the weight of the UUC Moterwerks name. Their substantial catalog of unique, premium BMW upgrades has given them a stature in the aftermarket community that is unmatched. ECS now offers the complete lineup of stunning UUC Clutch and Flywheel upgrades for the E46 M3. Exotic Feramic, CeraMetallic, and Organic clutch compounds are offered in conjunction with an assortment of trick UUC-engineered flywheels. This variety allows you to choose clutch engagement/pedal effort characteristics and power ratings to suit your particular needs.

ECS makes it simple to regain that factory clutch feel for your BMW E30 325i/is. Genuine BMW and OE Clutch Kits include everything needed for a tight, engaged clutch feel: the clutch disk, pressure plate, and clutch release bearing. Additional clutch parts like pilot bearings, release arms, hydraulic components, pilot tools, pressure plate bolts, and transmission oil seals are also available.

The Z3 and Z4 have proven to be very solid vehicles with exceptional styling, but there is one issue for the M54 2.5L engine, the DISA valve. This valve controls the path of air into the intake manifold, thats why the most common sign of failure is having idle issues. When you have issues idling then high fuel milage and lack of performance are usually part of the problem. If your BMW experiences these symptoms, don't wait to fix it. In some cases, parts of the DISA--including a metal spreader pin--can be sucked into your engine, causing serious engine damage.

If you've ever replaced a broken or cracked water pump pulley and wondered why the engineers at BMW didn't make it out of something more durable, you're not the only one. CNC machined from 6061 billet aluminum, the in-house engineered ECS pulley will never crack or break, leaving you on the side of the road. The hard anodized, corrosion-resistant pulley is a direct-fit replacement, bolting right up to the factory location.

Rebuilding a turbocharging system can feel like an overwhelming project, especially for E82/E88 135i owners - BMW's next-generation twin-turbo arrangement is highly unconventional and requires a unique selection of replacement parts to accomplish the task successfully. Genuine BMW and ECS assembled Tubo Install Kits are now available, making part sourcing for your turbocharger refresh simple and complete. Both kits include all required replacement studs, flange nuts, install hardware, and o-rings, as well as new T-bolt clamps and a replacement vacuum hose.

No matter how smooth your 3 Series runs or how tight your suspension setup is, loose and vague shift action destroys all the confidence you have in your driving. The rebuild kits available at ECS include everything you need to rebuild your shifter assembly, from the bushings and clips to the dowel pin. To improve your shift feel from factory, you may also choose to replace the soft factory rubber with virgin Teflon rod, an advanced formula that contains no fillers or impurities, resulting in a long lasting and extremely precise feel.

The symptoms are annoying. The costs can be painful. DISA valves control intake manifold runner length to improve engine performance at different rpm. When they fail, the DISA valve bangs around in its housing, making a rattling noise accompanied by rough idle and off-idle hesitation. If your BMW experiences these symptoms, don't wait to fix it. In some cases, parts of the DISA--including a metal spreader pin--can be sucked into your engine, causing serious engine damage.

The symptoms are annoying. The costs can be painful. DISA valves control intake manifold runner length to improve engine performance at different rpm. When they fail, the DISA valve bangs around in its housing, making a rattling noise accompanied by rough idle and off-idle hesitation. If your BMW experiences these symptoms, don't wait to fix it. In some cases, parts of the DISA--including a metal spreader pin--can be sucked into your engine, causing serious engine damage. Easy to replace, your new DISA screws to the side of the intake and comes with pre-installed sealing gasket.

Massive rotors, multiple-piston brakes, and advanced pads are glamorous, eye-catching upgrades to your vehicle. But experienced enthusiasts know that all that stopping power relies on adequately bled brake lines. Your brake fluid is incompressible, like a metal; but air is compressible, so ridding your lines of this gas is imperative for fully realized braking power and response. ECS has an array of solutions to tighten up your braking system, including a Power Brake Bleeder, multiple synthetic Brake Fluid options, and a premium Schwaben Brake Bleeder Wrench.

Stuffing new brake pads in your BMW doesn't really qualify as a brake job, especially on high-milers and vehicles driven where the roads are salted in winter. Pads and rotors don't just wear out. Many suffer from rust scale accumulations, warping, and surface pitting that reduce braking efficiency--and extend stopping distances far beyond what BMW intended. Now you can install pads, rotors, and hardware at the same time to restore driving pleasure, and braking performance appropriate for a true driving machine.

Don’t let your leaking and seeping valve cover gaskets terrorize your precious Bavarian engine. Repair your leaky M62 V8 with a new valve cover gasket kit and keep all your motor oil where it should be. This is an inexpensive and prudent investment into your E38 M62, taking care of a common problem area of the BMW V8. Do you DIY? Check out our new instructional PDF and save yourself huge charges from the shop by doing it yourself.

The BMW N54/N55 engine is highly responsive to performance upgrades, particularly those that maximize the effectiveness of its advanced turbocharging system. Two blow-off valve kits enhance boost pressure stability while more quickly releasing unwanted boost into the atmosphere. An ECS-engineered and Synapse kit are available, both including an atmospheric vent blow off valve, black anodized intake tube with machined flange, durable silicone hose coupler, block-off caps for the stock diverter valve recirculation, and all required clamps and hardware to complete the project.

The N54 straight-six engine has earned several awards for engineering excellence; partly through novel turbocharging and advanced variable valve timing, but crucially, through second-generation piezo direct injection. This fuel injection technology relies upon the expansion of crystalline materials under the influence of electricity to inject fuel to exceedingly close specifications for superior control over spray characteristics. Genuine OEM Injector Replacement Kits are now available for your BMW E9x 335xi, including 6 injectors, seals, and decoupling rings.

Finally. Cooling system service solutions for M5. Kits that fit your car, its needs, and your budget. Heat-hardened hoses and plastic pipes are a nightmare in the making on high milers. But piecemeal cooling system repairs are a bad idea and a costly mistake. Plugging leaks as they "pop up" means monster repair bills when engines overheat. We know the problem. We have a cure: Three different service stage kits to match your wallet and vehicle condition.