Would anyone recommend this ECS Kit?

[gmurphy]

Hello everyone I am looking at the kits ECS offers for the overhaul of the cooling system and was wondering if anyone has used this kit. http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0l/Engine/Cooling/ES263522/
It is all genuine oem parts so I assume it would be a good buy. Let me know please!

[kayger12]

Lots of info in this thread.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?11443-Cooling-System-Overhaul-ECS-Tuning

[gmurphy]

Thank you very much!

[kayger12]

Anytime

[Vas]

Previous owner of my car had that exact kit installed around 70,000 miles. No issues with it to date and I am at 109,000 miles right now.

The fact that it is all BMW genuine parts is a good thing.

[ELCID86]

IIRC that's what I used on my 02 330Ci.



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[gmurphy]

Ok I think I am going to bite the bullet and order it here soon! You cannot go wrong with making the ZHP healthier! Thank you for all the replies!

[alexandre]

http://www.thebmwpartstore.com/oemparts/bmw-113/11517527910-11511436590-13621433077-11537509227-11537509357-17117573781-17111742231-17137553919-17111707777-82141467704-17127510952-11531436408-11287512762-11281706545-17111437361.html

Add 1 of each to your cart and you'll have the same kit for $465 :)

[gmurphy]

Thank you Alex!

[ELCID86]

Nice assist. There is certainly more than one way to skin this cat (and save a few bucks). You may want to consider upgraded pulleys with the money you are "saving" or you can go straight OEM.
http://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-1143-turner-motorsport-power-pulley-kit-e46-non-m.aspx

http://www.rogueengineering.com/rogue/PP/POWERPULLEY.html

[az3579]

http://www.thebmwpartstore.com/oemparts/bmw-113/11517527910-11511436590-13621433077-11537509227-11537509357-17117573781-17111742231-17137553919-17111707777-82141467704-17127510952-11531436408-11287512762-11281706545-17111437361.html

Add 1 of each to your cart and you'll have the same kit for $465 :)

And these are all genuine BMW parts, not aftermarket?
I know it says it on the home page, but I want to make sure this statement applies to all parts on the site, not just some.

[kayger12]

And these are all genuine BMW parts, not aftermarket?
I know it says it on the home page, but I want to make sure this statement applies to all parts on the site, not just some.

From their FAQ: Q. Do you sell BMW OEM parts?
Yes, all parts are BMW OEM and have a two year warranty.

[alexandre]

Yup, I believe they're operated by a dealer. I've ordered plenty of stuff from them and always got Genuine BMW

EDIT: Yup, same address as this dealer in OH - http://www.bmwstore.com/

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[Johal E32]

And these are all genuine BMW parts, not aftermarket?
I know it says it on the home page, but I want to make sure this statement applies to all parts on the site, not just some.

its a bmw dealer. All BMW parts

[Vas]

Good info to have about that website.

[ELCID86]

Bruce (BCS) turned me on to BMW of Fairfax VA (http://www.bmwoffairfax.com/order-parts-online.htm). 20% off online orders and $9 S/H.

[Smolck]

Only place I ever buy my parts is from www.oembimmerparts.com. Max is a top notch guy, fast shipping and great prices.

His kit is so much less. You don't need an aluminum pulley anyways. Same 2 year warranty.

http://www.oembimmerparts.com/BMW_Cooling_System_Refresh_Kit_p/e46coolrefrkit.htm

Or just put together your own "kit", it is still much cheaper.

[QC_ZHP]

Only place I ever buy my parts is from www.oembimmerparts.com. Max is a top notch guy, fast shipping and great prices.

His kit is so much less. You don't need an aluminum pulley anyways. Same 2 year warranty.

http://www.oembimmerparts.com/BMW_Cooling_System_Refresh_Kit_p/e46coolrefrkit.htm

Or just put together your own "kit", it is still much cheaper.

Quoting this so I can find it later. $299 is the best I've seen

[PirateZHP]

Quoting this so I can find it later. $299 is the best I've seen

Second...

[gmurphy]

Awesome thank you for the help!


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[Johal E32]

bimmerzone.com also good

http://www.bimmerzone.com/BMW_Parts_Cooling_Package/PKG-E46-COOLING-MANUAL.html

[Smolck]

bimmerzone.com also good

http://www.bimmerzone.com/BMW_Parts_Cooling_Package/PKG-E46-COOLING-MANUAL.html

That's a great price, do we know what ET that are selling? It doesn't say.

[sixspeedslug]

bimmerzone.com also good

http://www.bimmerzone.com/BMW_Parts_Cooling_Package/PKG-E46-COOLING-MANUAL.html

Damn, nice find buddy.

[sixspeedslug]

Just got the Graf water pump and the spot welded pieces on the impeller... not looking so pretty.

[kayger12]

Just got the Graf water pump and the spot welded pieces on the impeller... not looking so pretty.

Yep. Metal impeller isn't any better than the compressor from what I've read, the just fail differently.

Plastic impellers have been known to break. Metal impeller pumps are more prone to bearing failure.

Either way you'll be changing them out every 60k unless you go with the Stewart pump.

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[Washburn]

Only place I ever buy my parts is from www.oembimmerparts.com (http://www.oembimmerparts.com). Max is a top notch guy, fast shipping and great prices.
http://www.oembimmerparts.com/BMW_Cooling_System_Refresh_Kit_p/e46coolrefrkit.htm
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Does the expansion tank in this kit have the part no of the 'upgraded' expansion tank? or is it the same one as the factory one?
There was a thread somewhere about the expansion tank, and that it has been revised and that it has a new part number and now I can't find it... :(

Does anyone know the old and the new part numbers, so we can compare with the part no. listed on that website?
If this kit has the new version, that sure is a great price

[kayger12]

I'll dig it up.

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[Washburn]

I'll dig it up.
Thank you, sir!

[kayger12]

Thank you, sir!

Sorry. Forgot. Good quote reminder. :)

Here you go
http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?11462-BMW-E46-3-Series-improved-expansion-tank-Cooling-System-Maintenance

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[Washburn]

Ah there it is! :) Thanks again!

So I checked:
and YES! the OEM Bimmerparts kit DOES have the most recent part number (17117573781) for the exp. tank.

[kayger12]

:thumbsup

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[JKO_ZHP]

I have a question for everyone - I've been thinking of getting the basic cooling system refresh kit but was wondering if throwing in a new radiator was necessary?
The factory radiator has over 100,000 miles on it and besides having a gigantic moth hanging dead center along with maybe a bee or two and some pebbles, it seems fine. However, if anyone has replaced theirs and saw an improvement in anything: MPG, power, throttle response, etc. then I may consider getting the more comprehensive package.

[kayger12]

Always a good idea to replace it as a preventative measure just like the rest of the cooling system components.

I'll be doing mine at 90k.

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[danewilson77]

I'll be doing mine at 90k.

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... In three years..... Hehe

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[kayger12]

... In three years..... Hehe

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Lol - that sounds about right!

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[az3579]

I have a question for everyone - I've been thinking of getting the basic cooling system refresh kit but was wondering if throwing in a new radiator was necessary?
The factory radiator has over 100,000 miles on it and besides having a gigantic moth hanging dead center along with maybe a bee or two and some pebbles, it seems fine. However, if anyone has replaced theirs and saw an improvement in anything: MPG, power, throttle response, etc. then I may consider getting the more comprehensive package.


The radiator has plastic components on it (the necks for where the hoses attach). You definitely want to replace it.

[gmurphy]

And this is off topic for this thread but the G.A.S DISA valve is the one to get correct? I want a all new valve so it's either a new oem one or one from G.A.S.


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[Avetiso]

And this is off topic for this thread but the G.A.S DISA valve is the one to get correct? I want a all new valve so it's either a new oem one or one from G.A.S.


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Just go with the repair kit.

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[gmurphy]

Just go with the repair kit.

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Have you had experience with this kit? I'm tempted.


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[Avetiso]

Have you had experience with this kit? I'm tempted.


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I recently used it to rebuild mine. Worked perfect.

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[gmurphy]

I recently used it to rebuild mine. Worked perfect.

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Ok I Will inspect mine to make sure it's repairable first. Thank you


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[gmurphy]

I recently used it to rebuild mine. Worked perfect.

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Did you get the fluorosilicone ring?


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[Avetiso]

Did you get the fluorosilicone ring?


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No, just regular. More than enough.

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[kayger12]

I recently used it to rebuild mine. Worked perfect.

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Same here. Comes with the new o-ring.

[gmurphy]

Ok I think I will get the kit. The regular ring it comes with is still good from what I'm understating correct.


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[gmurphy]

Same here. Comes with the new o-ring.

And this is a good kit correct. Some of the mafia have tried and tested this right?! Thank you for the help!


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[Avetiso]

And this is a good kit correct. Some of the mafia have tried and tested this right?! Thank you for the help!


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Hundreds have used this kit. You are buying a quality product.

[danewilson77]

This is the exact kit I have currently installed in my car. I have 50k miles on the kit now. I have a coolant leak now. Most likely from the expansion tank.

[kayger12]

And this is a good kit correct. Some of the mafia have tried and tested this right?! Thank you for the help!


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Yep. Installed it in mine last spring.

[gmurphy]

This is the exact kit I have currently installed in my car. I have 50k miles on the kit now. I have a coolant leak now. Most likely from the expansion tank.

Ok thank you sounds like a good buy. Sorry about your leak! I'm about to tackle an overhaul soon and was interested in the G.A.S. cap but was unable to locate it in their store. Do you have this cap?


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[gmurphy]

Yep. Installed it in mine last spring.

Reading the DIY they provide it seems fairly to moderately easy. Thank you for the advice!


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[gmurphy]

Hundreds have used this kit. You are buying a quality product.

I am sold thank you for the help too! :)


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[danewilson77]

I have the cap as well.

It's available at https://www.germanautosolutions.com/bmw_solutions/cooling_system/12_bar_coolant_cap/product_bmw_12_bar_cap.php

[gmurphy]

Now I'm just contemplating the kit or the complete gold valve. I have no knowledge of the DISA being replaced and do not want to risk anything but I have read some other posts showing the repair kit was used on DISA's with much more miles on them


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[JKO_ZHP]

Just ordered all the parts in this kit: http://www.oembimmerparts.com/BMW_Cooling_System_Refresh_Kit_p/e46coolrefrkit.htm

And tossed in a new radiator and an aux. thermostat - no belts or pulleys since those were all replaced not too long ago.

The exact same kit that OEM Bimmerparts offers, my guy sourced everything for around $20 less. Adding on a radiator and the thermostat, final price is $509.55.

I'm missing a few things in the Master Cooling Kit (again, don't need those) but it seems like that price is a little higher than if you order from other places, or maybe source them separately. Just a heads up for anyone who may consider getting the basic or comprehensive kit.

[johnrando]

I bought the GOLD DISA and the cap. No issues with either.

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[gmurphy]

I bought the GOLD DISA and the cap. No issues with either.

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That's what I'm thinking about doing... Only because I would rather have a new unit. Thanks for all the responses. I really love this community. :)


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[Indvdl M]

I will continue to research but I am planning on the ECS Stage 3 kit. iLife that is is everything in one kit. I used one of their previous kits on my E36 M3 with no issues 76k miles later.

[gmurphy]

I will continue to research but I am planning on the ECS Stage 3 kit. iLife that is is everything in one kit. I used one of their previous kits on my E36 M3 with no issues 76k miles later.

ECS is good. Make sure you can't get them cheaper somewhere else though :)


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[TigerTater]

What's the purpose of the aluminum water pump pully? Is that really necessary? I'm planning on getting the ECS stage 1 and adding new belts which comes in at $284. Pretty good price!


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[danewilson77]

What's the purpose of the aluminum water pump pully? Is that really necessary? I'm planning on getting the ECS stage 1 and adding new belts which comes in at $284. Pretty good price!


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Less power needed to rotate the lighter pulley, hence more power goes to wheels.

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