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No more Mister Nice Guy. Fire your under-achieving stock pump and replace it with a High Performance water pump from EMP Stewart. This is the pump your BMW should have had from day one. Designed for performance and durability, EMP decided to do it right the first time, increasing flow a full 20 percent over stock, while reducing parasitic draw with a highly efficient stainless steel impeller. Add a heavy-duty bearing and high quality water seal, and you have a pump durable enough for daily driving; tough enough for the track.

Guesswork is expensive. It leads to costly repair errors that compromise vehicle safety. Talented pro-sumer or repair professional, you need accurate vehicle data and specifications. That's why ECS is happy to announce our entire inventory of Bentley manuals, a reliable, respected source of repair data for your BMW E36 M3. These quality books are carefully edited and illustrated. A worthwhile investment.

Take some time to browse the unparalleled catalog of excellent Coilover Kits available from ECS for your VW MKII Golf/Jetta. All of the performance suspension industry's top names are represented, including ST, Megan Racing, solo-works, Koni, JOM, FK, and H&R. KW V1 Series Kits feature stainless steel "Inox-Technology" and are height adjustable from 1.7" to 3.3" at the front and rear. JOM BlueLine Coilovers arrive with stunning polished steel front and rear housings for a fresh look. H&R Ultra Low, ST X Performance, and Koni 1150 Series Coilover Kits are also available.

Periodic fluid/filter changes remove harmful dirt and metallic particles to head off transmission failures and expensive repairs. Fresh fluid renews additive packages to improve shift quality and performance. ECS stocks what you need to perform routine service operations: from filters and gaskets, to premium fluids that meet stringent OEM standards. If you think it's time for a change, we can help

Your Mercedes-Benz transmission is a collection of parts that must each be functionally sound for the gearbox to do its job. It follows then, logically, that when attending to a particular transmission issue, the strength of the weakest part determines the end quality of the system. For this reason, ECS offers several complete Transmission Service Kits for your Mercedes. Choose from premium ECS-assembled and genuine OEM packages - each including Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filter, Oil Pan Drain Plug and Sealing Washer, Dipstick Tube Cap Lock Pin, and Pan Gasket.

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.

APR has developed a simple method of bypassing your restrictive factory turbo muffler with a single billet aluminum piece. The Turbo Muffler Delete eliminates the vented OEM muffler tube, allowing air to pass uninterrupted through the compressor outlet. This dramatic increase in air flow allows the turbo to operate more efficiently while enhancing the sound characteristics of your engine. Now available for the Audi 8V S3, this latest APR release is a simple, highly effective upgrade for your Audi.

Is your ignition system coiled and ready to strike? Make sure your plugs are firing at voltage levels that ensure optimal combustion and peak performance. If your old coils are tired and unable to do the job, an ignition service kit from ECS Tuning will put some zap in the gap when you need it most. Our ignition service kits are easy to install and come with everything you need to restore ignition efficiency, firing at voltage levels sure to get the most from each and every power stroke.

If you own an E30, you're probably familiar with RSBS (Rear Shock Blowout Syndrome). This widespread condition affects many E30 cars, and is caused by a congenital weakness in the rear shock mount design. Symptoms include knocking over bumps, pogo-sticking, poor handling, and shock rods poking their heads above their normal installed height, looking for a mount to hold them steady. Good news. We have the cure. Install our all new reinforcement plates, or grab our complete upgrade kit with plates and heavy-duty mounts. Don't suffer with RSBS. Get the Cure.

Experienced enthusiasts have learned over time the secrets to achieving a tight and unified performance-oriented chassis. High-quality bushings and mounts have proven to be one of the most rewarding, albeit less conspicuous, additions to a performance car. The ECS Heavy-Duty Performance Snub Mount anchors your Audi B7 A4 powertrain using a single direct-fit, full polyurethane piece - allowing the full measure of torque to reach the pavement under hard acceleration.

Your Mercedes-Benz transmission is a collection of parts that must each be functionally sound for the gearbox to do its job. It follows then, logically, that when attending to a particular transmission issue, the strength of the weakest part determines the end quality of the system. For this reason, ECS offers several complete Transmission Service Kits for your Mercedes. Choose from premium ECS-assembled and genuine OEM packages - each including Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filter, Oil Pan Drain Plug and Sealing Washer, Dipstick Tube Cap Lock Pin, and Pan Gasket.

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

ECS Tuning introduces smoked mirror & side markers for the MKV. These side markers are designed by ECS Tuning to replace those dull bumper mounted amber lights, creating a cleaner front end appearance. Ziza provides the stunning lighting for the smoked mirror indicator set - ECS provides the rough style bumper side markers ECS side markers install in minutes; no tools required. Exact manufacturing standards and ultrasonic welding mean these markers will fit right and won't leak. With a lifetime warranty on the bumper side markers this is the last set of markers you'll need.

Stock diverter valves just can't handle performance upgrades. Additional boost can extend the factory limits of operation and blow the diaphragm to pieces. Forge Motorsports recognized this dilemma. That's why they've engineered boost-hardy diverter valves tough enough to take the pressure without blowing their lids. These units utilize completely serviceable valves with an aluminum piston and o-ring seal - compared to the easily-torn rubber diaphragm found in the OEM valve. The improved aluminum design and internal piston allow for faster response and improved durability.

Stock diverter valves just can't handle performance upgrades. Additional boost can extend the factory limits of operation and blow the diaphragm to pieces. Forge Motorsports recognized this dilemma. That's why they've engineered boost-hardy diverter valves tough enough to take the pressure without blowing their lids. These units utilize completely serviceable valves with an aluminum piston and o-ring seal - compared to the easily-torn rubber diaphragm found in the OEM valve. Includes 3 different springs to fine tune the valve to your liking!

H11 Ziza Fog Lights - they just exude HID class. Available in Platinum White, Pure Yellow, and Super White, Ziza H11 bulbs are plug and play for your Cayenne fog light sockets. Known for their brighter, crisper light, the Ziza bulbs will give your Porsche Cayenne a more modern, advanced appearance, and improve your vision in both low visibility and night driving conditions.

Stock diverter valves just can't handle performance upgrades. Additional boost can extend the factory limits of operation and blow the diaphragm to pieces. Forge Motorsports recognized this dilemma. That's why they've engineered boost-hardy diverter valves tough enough to take the pressure without blowing their lids. These units utilize completely serviceable valves with an aluminum piston and o-ring seal - compared to the easily-torn rubber diaphragm found in the OEM valve. Includes 3 different springs to fine tune the valve to your liking!

Stock diverter valves just can't handle performance upgrades. Additional boost can extend the factory limits of operation and blow the diaphragm to pieces. Forge Motorsports recognized this dilemma. That's why they've engineered boost-hardy diverter valves tough enough to take the pressure without blowing their lids. These units utilize completely serviceable valves with an aluminum piston and o-ring seal - compared to the easily-torn rubber diaphragm found in the OEM valve. Includes 3 different springs to fine tune the valve to your liking!

Known world-wide primarily for their creative and original Porsche offerings, Rennline Inc. is not only the distributor, but manufacturer of the majority of products that wear the Rennline name. ECS Tuning will be offering some of the most innovative VW Rennline products immediately at the inception of this new partnership. RS-Style Door Pull Sets, available in an array of colors, are a clever way to bring the race-oriented interior stylings of the RS-Line Porsche models to your car. Additionally, the GoPro Tow Hook Mount provides a reliable mounting location for your camera.

Protect your Porsche engine. Don't let dirty crankcase oil and clogged filters lead to engine damage and expensive repairs. Our convenient oil change service kits have everything you need to perform a professional quality oil change service. Each kit contains top shelf oil and premium filters, plus sealing washers to prevent annoying leaks. Don't settle for lesser products or incomplete kits. Your Porsche deserves the best.

Mount up. The last thing you want is a couple hundred horses stampeding around under your hood on loose or broken mounts. Engine and tranny mounts take a constant beating as the powertrain bucks back and forth. If you don't cinch down the powertrain, you may get thrown. Rein in the noise, vibration, and harshness caused by weak mounts with these upgraded mounts from the Audi RS4, before you have to pony up for major repairs.

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. The 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-Compliant tailored hoses come with OE attachment fittings and sealing washers.

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 18" and 17" NM Wheels for your MINI R50/R52/R53. Achieve an aggressive race look with the 12-spoke classic mesh design of the RSe12, available in Gunmetal or Black. The RSe05 is a crisp, clean traditional 5-spoke that fits the more subdued MINIs - Choose from Satin Black, Satin Gunmetal, Red, and Satin Bronze finishes.

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 18" and 17" NM Wheels for your MINI R56+. Achieve an aggressive race look with the 12-spoke classic mesh design of the RSe12, available in Gunmetal or Black. The RSe05 is a crisp, clean traditional 5-spoke that fits the more subdued MINIs - Choose from Satin Black, Satin Gunmetal, Red, and Satin Bronze finishes.

Upgrade your Plenum to the cast aluminum design from IPD, and enjoy the gains that come from ditching the factory plastic “T” style design. The IPD Plenums distribute the air flow more effectively by using a true merge collector and reducing pressure drop at the throttle body inlet. This innovative “Y” diversion area of the IPD Plenums split and channel intake air flow, reducing air flow turbulence and increasing air flow velocity. This superior design ultimately results in considerable power gains throughout the horsepower torque ranges.

Let your MKIV R32 look great after adding new LED lighting upgrades from Ziza. The complete interior lighting kit includes bulbs for the vanity lights, trunk lights, front dome lines, rear dome lights, and glove box lights. Install our complete interior lighting package and banish dirty yellow light from your interior once and for all. These wedge- or festoon-style LEDs are as easy to install as standard bulbs. Don't exclude your exterior. Ziza offers LED Reverse Lights, LED License Plate Lights, LED Side Markers, and LED City Light Conversions.

Upgrade your Plenum to the cast aluminum design from IPD, and enjoy the gains that come from ditching the factory plastic “T” style design. The IPD Plenums distribute the air flow more effectively by using a true merge collector and reducing pressure drop at the throttle body inlet. This innovative “Y” diversion area of the IPD Plenums split and channel intake air flow, reducing air flow turbulence and increasing air flow velocity. This superior design ultimately results in considerable power gains throughout the horsepower torque ranges.

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. The 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-Compliant tailored hoses come with OE attachment fittings and sealing washers.

A broken timing belt does more than leave you in tennis shoe mode; it causes expensive engine damage when piston heads mangle valves. Don't wait for disaster to strike. Check our assortment of timing belts and belt kits. We have you covered: from standard belt-tensioner combos to Ultimate kits with water pump, thermostat, accessory belts, bolts, seals and G13 coolant. ECS: we have what you need to get it done.

The improved late-style center console for the Jetta utilized three, easy-clean cup holders that were better positioned to avoid spills. An excellent replacement part to clean up your interior and update its design, ECS offers the genuine VW Center Console Conversion – a comprehensive kit including all required fasteners and speed clips for a clean, thorough install. The direct-fit kit easily bolts into the existing console location, and is perfectly color matched to the factory black interior.