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The cooling system is arguably the weakest point in numerous BMWs. If you drive an aging BMW or plan on taking your car to the track like we do, we recommend beefing up your cooling system before going to the track. Generally, the main components in your cooling system that are prone to failure include the following: expansion tank, factory hoses, water pump, thermostat, fan (especially if your vehicle comes factory with a clutch fan), and radiator. Factory BMW expansion tanks are plastic and prone to either breaking off at connection points or combusting. As factory rubber hoses age they either crack or break over time - we offer silicone cooling hose upgrades for most applications to avoid future failures. If you have an older vehicle, your water pump likely comes from the factory with a plastic impeller - we offer upgraded water pumps with metal impellers that are far more reliable. Newer model BMWs utilize electric water pumps - BMW spent millions of dollars engineering these water pumps, but they fail so often that we recommend replacing at 60,000 mile service intervals to avoid being stranded on the side of the road. In terms of thermostats, we offer various upgraded thermostats for racing applications. If your BMW utilizes a clutch fan from the factory, we have several options available in terms of universal electric fans - we recommend replacing these to avoid sending brittle plastic fan blades through your hood. For radiators, we recommend swapping out your radiator for one that does not use plastic connection points like your factory radiator.

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SPAL Fan Mounting Kit - E30 E36 E46

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Radiator Pressure Tester Kit

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Are you refreshing your coolant system or having issues with coolant loss? An easy way to test your system for leaks and ensure you're able to maintain pressure without coolant loss is the Schwaben Cooling System Pressure Tester Kit.

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BMW & MINI Universal Oil Cooler - 10 Row

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Part#: MMOC10

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BMW & MINI Universal Oil Cooler - 10 Row is a versatile cooling solution designed to enhance the performance and reliability of BMW and MINI vehicles. This high-quality oil cooler provides efficient cooling for the engine oil, ensuring optimal operating temperatures and extending the life of vital engine components.

Crafted with precision engineering and durable materials, the BMW & MINI Universal Oil Cooler - 10 Row is compatible with a wide range of BMW and MINI models, offering versatility and ease of installation. It effectively dissipates heat from the engine oil, reducing the risk of overheating and engine damage.

Enhances performance and reliability of BMW and MINI vehicles
Efficient cooling for engine oil, ensuring optimal operating temperatures
Extends the life of vital engine components
Compatible with a wide range of BMW and MINI models
Versatile and easy to install
Crafted with precision engineering and durable materials

Investing in the BMW & MINI Universal Oil Cooler - 10 Row is a smart choice for BMW and MINI owners looking to improve their vehicle's performance and longevity.

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Radiator Hose - Lower

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Universal Oil Cooler Black - 10 Row

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Universal Oil Cooler Black - 10 Row is engineered to maintain optimal oil temperatures and ensure peak engine performance under various driving conditions. This high-performance oil cooler effectively reduces oil temperatures, preventing a drop in pressure and maintaining proper engine lubrication. Featuring a robust 10-row design, it offers superior cooling efficiency compared to standard coolers.

Efficient Cooling: The 10-row design enhances cooling capacity to manage high oil temperatures effectively.
Durable Construction: Black finish provides durability and resistance to environmental factors.
Optimized Performance: Helps prevent a drop in oil pressure and maintains proper engine lubrication.
Versatile Fitment: Universal design suitable for various vehicles and applications.
Compact Size: Overall dimensions of 12.95" x 3.8" x 1.97" and core dimensions of 11" x 2.76" x 1.97" ensure a good fit in most engine bays.

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Radiator Hose - Upper

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Trunk Tool Kit Water Pump Pliers - E36 E46 E30 E39

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Missing a tool from your trunk mounted tool kit? Replace your missing water pump pliers with this Genuine BMW part. Having a complete tool kit is handy for quick repairs or it can save you in case of roadside failures. Also a complete tool kitis must when selling a car. If the tool kit is missing parts, what else has been neglected on the car?

This item fits the following BMWs:
1970-1976 2002 BMW 1600 2002 2002tii
1977-1983 E21 BMW 320i
1984-1991 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic 325e 325es 325i 325ic 325is 325ix M3
1992-1998 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi M3
1976-1978 E12 BMW 530i
1982-1988 E28 BMW 528e
1989-1995 E34 BMW 525i 530i 535i 540i M5
1997-2003 E39 BMW 525i 528i 530i 540i M5
1988-1994 E32 BMW 735i 735il 740i 740il 750il
1995-2001 E38 BMW 740i 740il 750il
1990-1999 E31 BMW 840i 840ci 850i 850ci 850csi
1996-2000 Z3 BMW M Roadster M Coupe
2000-2003 E52 BMW Z8 Roadster

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Schwaben Long-Reach 32mm Open End Fan Clutch Wrench

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Part#: 007701SCH01A

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This tool was specifically designed for the tight clearances needed to remove most BMW fan clutches. Its slim design lets it fit into tight areas, and the extra-long length is ideal for fan shroud clearance.

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Red Line SuperCool Performance Coolant - Pre-Mixed - 1 Gallon ...

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Part#: 81215

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Red Line SuperCool Performance Coolant fortified with WaterWetter is a 50/50 prediluted antifreeze/coolant designed to maximize the performance of your cooling system with superior protection against cavitation corrosion/erosion. Using 100% SuperCool Performance protects the entire cooling system, keeping new components like new for 5 years/150,000 miles and prevents further damage to older components. Red Line’s proprietary coolant additive formula enhances the fluid’s ability to transfer heat, reducing operating temperatures by up to 20*F and prolonging the life of the entire cooling system. Red Line's SuperCool is an OAT coolant that is a Nitrate and Silicate Free product with its own proprietary corrosion technology to offer superior protection for aluminum engines found in all European vehicles, performance vehicles, as well as other applications. SuperCool will not void the factory warranty either. It can be used to top off the existing coolant of any BMW and will not cause any ill-effects on the cooling system because it is silicate and nitrate free. It is still better to flush it out and switch completely to SuperCool to get all the full benefits of the product in performance and protection.

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URO Coolant Expansion Tank - BMW E46 M3

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This radiator coolant reservoir/expansion tank for E46 M3 is a common failure item as the plastic weakens and cracks, causing coolant leaks. If your E46 M3 has over 80k miles and still has the original expansion tank, we highly recommend replacing it during your next major service.

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DO88 Racing Oil Cooler - E46 M3

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Part#: OC150

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With a 185% bigger core volume, 50% bigger cooling area, and a 79% higher oil volume, this oil cooler compensates on no fronts. Built for the track but just as capable on the road, DO88's upgraded oil cooler for the E46 M3 gives you maximum performance and compromises nowhere.

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Moroso Performance Aluminum Expansion Tank - E46 M3

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T#:568945

Part#: 63793

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If you have ever experienced a leaking plastic BMW expansion tank you will realize the value of this aluminum version straight away. Even if a failure has not happened to you, it's easy to tell this tank is much stronger and more durable than the plastic used in the stock design. The original BMW plastic tanks suffer from leaks and failures with no warning. While being lightweight and recyclable, the design and construction of the stock tank is just not up for reliable long-term use. Moroso coolant expansion tanks are all pressure tested for guaranteed leak-free operation. Features: Direct bolt-in replacement to stock, cracked, or discolored tanks Fabricated Aluminum for strength, factory tanks fail after repeated high heat situations & age No cutting of factory hoses is required and accepts the factory clip-on hose Included is a Moroso Part No. 63324 racing radiator cap that operates in the same pressure range as the factory cap The Moroso radiator cap mounts to a billet aluminum neck that will not strip out like plastic threaded necks Easy to read slight level is included

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