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Few names in the tuning business carry as much weight as Dinan. Since '79, Dinan has been America's #1 BMW tuner, offering complete hardware & software solutions. Dinan prides themselves on creating balanced, reliable cars that still retain their BMW character while improving performance. They stand behind their products with a four-year, 50,000-mile warranty, matching BMW's new car warranty. A breed apart, their famous trunk badge is only available to cars with a sufficient number of Dinan parts installed. Start your journey to exclusive performance with Dinan and ECS Tuning.

Few names in the tuning business carry as much weight as Dinan. Since '79, Dinan has been America's #1 BMW tuner, offering complete hardware & software solutions. Dinan prides themselves on creating balanced, reliable cars that still retain their BMW character while improving performance. They stand behind their products with a four-year, 50,000-mile warranty, matching BMW's new car warranty. A breed apart, their famous trunk badge is only available to cars with a sufficient number of Dinan parts installed. Start your journey to exclusive performance with Dinan and ECS Tuning.

Few names in the tuning business carry as much weight as Dinan. Since '79, Dinan has been America's #1 BMW tuner, offering complete hardware & software solutions. Dinan prides themselves on creating balanced, reliable cars that still retain their BMW character while improving performance. They stand behind their products with a four-year, 50,000-mile warranty, matching BMW's new car warranty. A breed apart, their famous trunk badge is only available to cars with a sufficient number of Dinan parts installed. Start your journey to exclusive performance with Dinan and ECS Tuning.

Why use wheel studs instead of wheel bolts? When removing and installing wheels that utilize the factory wheel bolts, the process can be frustrating. Holding the wheel up with your legs, lining up the holes, and threading the bolts all at the same time - there must be an easier method. Four wheel conversion kits are available with 20 56mm studs and 20 ball-seat lug nuts, while two wheel conversions are also available with either 56mm or 70mm studs, and include 10 ball-seat lug nuts.

Horn blasts and sideswipe near misses during lane changes are scary stuff. If you're lucky, all you get is a massive dose of the horn before swerving back to your own lane. Where did HE come from? Blind Spot mirrors expand your rear vision area to include that guy shadowing your quarter panel. Easy to install, these mirrors look good and make merging with traffic a non-contact sport.

Chasing a mystery coolant leak? If your 2003-2006 Cayenne is losing coolant, odds are you can trace it to the original plastic coolant pipes located beneath the intake manifold. That's why ECS Tuning has assembled the most comprehensive coolant pipe repair kit available. Our problem solver package includes cast aluminum coolant pipes, hardware, and seals. We even include a new thermostat gasket, a part commonly excluded from competitors' kits.

The Turner Performance Module is a direct plug-in to the existing engine harness for factory appearance, fitment and an instant 60hp gain @ 6650 RPM and 75ft-lbs of torque at 6500 RPM. These are simply amazing gains! Installation is easy and is completely reversible, making this the easiest and most effective power upgrade you will ever make on your M3 or M4. If you're looking for a substantial bump in power output, with minimal downtime for installation, full serviceability, and can be reverted back to stock then the Turner power upgrade is unbeatable!

While changing your own oil gives you the confidence of knowing your vehicle and how to address its basic needs, using inappropriate parts and fluids will soon prove to be counterproductive and damaging. The wisest and most thorough approach is to invest in a complete Oil Service Kit. ECS-assembled Oil Service Kits have been scrutinized by our in-house engineers so you can back up that confidence of having done the job on your own.

The Whiteline Lowering Spring Kit delivers improved vehicle performance while maintaining safety and ride quality characteristics. By lowering the vehicle’s center of gravity the unique and progressive rate coil design not only improves performance but enhances overall appearance. Developed and manufactured in Europe from the highest quality materials, coating and to the finest tolerances, the Whiteline Lowering Spring Kit guarantees exact fitment. It is engineered for optimal balance with OEM or aftermarket shocks.

If you park your vehicle in the sun frequently, those harmful UV rays might cause damage to your grilles. If you are replacing fog grilles, your options were just stock replacements, but now options to upgrade the look of your vehicle just got better with these RS Mesh style fog light grilles. These grilles make a great match for RS Mesh Style center grilles and feature an open mesh design. This set includes the left and right fog grilles. Fits standard, non S-Line, bumpers only.

"Good things come to those who wait." This proverb is arguably the best definition for our ECS Tuning Kohlefaser Luft-Technik (Carbon Fiber Air Technology) Induction System. In house developed, engineered and tested, this is THE BEST induction system on the market today. With years of in-house development, multiple design changes, and strict product testing, our design has resulted in a highly effective and power proven masterpiece. With reduced turbo lag and stunning aesthetics, this induction system is guaranteed to satisfy.

An unfortunate consequence of the modern closed PCV/Breather system is the unintended ingestion of oil vapor and carbon into the intake tract, lowering the octane rating and leaving harmful deposits on a vehicle's intake valves and ports that result in decreased power. Engineered in-house and manufactured here in the USA, the ECS Baffled Oil Catch Can utilizes a highly efficient 4-chamber oil separator, decreasing oil ingestion and maintaining engine power output. The innovative design also catches as much blow-by gas as possible, bringing carbon buildup to an absolute minimum.

NM Engineering's primary goal is to improve the driver's motoring experience without changing the essence of what makes MINI a MINI. Now available through ECS Tuning, browse through the stunning catalog of NM drivetrain, powertrain, and aesthetic upgrades for your MINI R60 R61. The NM Hi-Flow Induction Kit comes in three finishes, all increasing air flow to your engine for better throttle response and power. NM also offers an array of beautiful satin black, gunmetal, and satin gunmetal wheels. NM structural enhancements include a 22mm Adjustable Sway Bar.

If you've been putting off required maintenance on your car you surely shouldn't wait much longer. A little preventative maintenance can keep your VW from ending up roadside. At ECS Tuning we've assembled multiple kits of all the major services to help you avoid troublesome hang-ups and costly repairs. Most kits include additional components that should be replaced at same time of service to avoid doing the same repair twice.

Replacing cooling system components and performing a proper coolant flush will ensure a long life for your cooling system. Most of the cooling system components are exposed to very high temperatures and repeated thermal cycling. Heat-hardening causes warping and cracking that leads to coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Avoid headaches altogether and replace all problematic items at once to keep your cooling system running efficiently.

Your vehicle's cooling system is extremely important to the function of the car, by keeping the engine cooler and warm air blowing through your vents. Most people don't realize that coolant breaks down the same way engine oil does making this a regular service point to aid boiling,freezing,lubricating and preventing corrosion. The cooling system is the most common cause of vehicle breakdowns and should be check regularly and serviced every 24-30k Miles or 2-3 years. ECS Tuning has created kits with a variety of cooling system needs to keep your BMW on the road longer.

Your vehicles cooling system is extremely important to the function of the car, by keeping the engine cooler and warm air blowing through your vents. Most people don't realize that coolant breaks down the same way engine oil does making this a regular service point to aid boiling,freezing,lubricating and preventing corrosion. The cooling system is the most common cause of vehicle breakdowns and should be check regularly and serviced every 24-30k Miles or 2-3 years. ECS Tuning has created kits with a variety of cooling system needs to keep your BMW on the road longer.

If you've been putting off required maintenance on your car you surely shouldn't wait much longer. Spring is quickly approaching and there is only a short window left to get your VW back in its prime! At ECS Tuning we've assembled multiple kits of all the major services to help you avoid troublesome hang-ups and costly repairs. Most kits include additional components that should be replaced at same time of service to avoid doing the same repair twice.

NM Engineering's primary goal is to improve the driver's motoring experience without changing the essence of what makes MINI a MINI. Now available through ECS Tuning, browse through the stunning catalog of NM drivetrain, powertrain, and aesthetic upgrades for your MINI R56 S/JCW. The NM Hi-Flow Induction Kit comes in three colors, all increasing air flow to your engine for better throttle response and power. NM Engine Torque Arm Inserts better secure your powertrain for a more connected driveline. NM structural enhancements include a 22mm Adjustable Sway Bar and NM Tie Bar.

Auto repair professionals understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners. Too tight, and the fastener may be weakened and break. Too loose and things come apart. Work efficiently and productively with digital torque wrenches and angle gauges, which enable you accurately to apply specific torque and angle adjustment. You can tighten nuts and bolts like a pro.

Why use wheel studs instead of wheel bolts? When removing and installing wheels that utilize the factory wheel bolts, the process can be frustrating. Holding the wheel up with your legs, lining up the holes, and threading the bolts all at the same time - there must be an easier method. Four wheel conversion kits are available with 20 56mm studs and 20 ball-seat lug nuts, while two wheel conversions are also available with either 56mm or 70mm studs, and include 10 ball-seat lug nuts.

If your MINI’s brakes are starting to feel softer, or if stopping isn't as precise and powerful as it used to be, the problem may very well be your vacuum pump. This vacuum pump assists the power braking system in providing ample braking pressure and is located on the side of the engine head. The pressure converter sits behind it in the engine bay and assists the vacuum pump/turbo. ECS now offers a Vacuum Pump and Pressure Converter from Pierburg for your Gen 2 N14-powered Cooper S/JCW, remedying this performance-robbing braking issue.

What happens in your cooling system is that the burden of wear transfers to a different part, one that will then need to be replaced itself at a later point. By attending to the water pump and thermostat at the same time, the cooling system remains a self-contained, high-functioning unit. ECS assembled and genuine BMW Water Pump and Thermostat Kits are now available for your M5 and M6. Both include a replacement water pump, thermostat, a gallon of coolant, and all required replacement hardware.

ECS now supplies the top Performance Intake Systems available for your VW MK5 Jetta TDI. Choose from Neuspeed, aFe and others - each one has been proven to increase air intake volume while enhancing the induction sound of your engine. More air available means more potential power - it's for this simple reason that an easy-to-install performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades for your VW.

ECS now supplies the top Performance Intake Systems available for your VW MK4 TDI. Choose from Carbonio or aFe - each one has been proven to increase air intake volume while enhancing the induction sound of your engine. More air available means more potential power - it's for this simple reason that an easy-to-install performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades for your VW.

ECS now supplies the top Performance Intake Systems available for your VW MK4 VR6 12v. Choose from ECS, Autotech, Neuspeed, and others - each one has been proven to increase air intake volume while enhancing the induction sound of your engine. More air available means more potential power - it's for this simple reason that an easy-to-install performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades for your VW.

ECS now supplies the top Performance Intake Systems available for your VW MK6 TDI. Choose from Racingline, Neuspeed, aFe and others - each one has been proven to increase air intake volume while enhancing the induction sound of your engine. More air available means more potential power - it's for this simple reason that an easy-to-install performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades for your VW.

ECS now supplies the top Performance Intake Systems available for your VW B6 Passat. Choose from APR, CTS, Neuspeed, and others - each one has been proven to increase air intake volume while enhancing the induction sound of your engine. More air available means more potential power - it's for this simple reason that an easy-to-install performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades for your VW.

The new ARMA Carbon Fiber Intake System is arguably the most attractive intake system available for the MK7 Golf R, completely transforming any engine bay. With authentic, hand laid carbon fiber making up the structure of every part, this intake is guaranteed to impress! More air available means more potential power - it's for this simple reason that a performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades.

The new ARMA Carbon Fiber Intake System is arguably the most attractive intake system available for the MK7, completely transforming any engine bay. With authentic, hand laid carbon fiber making up the structure of every part, this intake is guaranteed to impress! Other new intakes include the Autotech Composite Intake System, increasing the breathing efficiency of your engine and adding 10WHP! More air available means more potential power - it's for this simple reason that a performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades.