BMW Drivetrain Parts for BMW 1 Series E82 (2008-2013)

ECS Tuning's Polyurethane Transmission Mounts are designed to address the vital role of transmission mounts in your vehicle's suspension. The factory mounts are notorious for failures that can result in over-revving, mis-shifts, and in extreme cases, potential chassis damage. Our polyurethane mounts provide a robust solution, engineered for both street and track applications, guaranteeing enhanced performance while eliminating concerns about torn mounts.

Polyurethane stands out with its exceptional toughness, durability, and impressive wear resistance compared to rubber. It also exhibits resistance to water, oil, and grease while retaining its original shape even when subjected to significant compression. By reducing deflection, polyurethane facilitates effective power transfer. While there may be a slight increase in NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness), the benefits far outweigh this minor compromise in ride comfort. With a polyurethane durometer of 70A, our street mounts are versatile, offering both daily driving comfort and track durability. For more track-oriented enthusiasts, we provide stiffer mounts with an 80A durometer rating.

For a hassle-free installation, we supply a comprehensive DIY guide. ECS Tuning ensures that you are fully supported from start to finish.

The BMW Shifter Carrier Arm Bushings - Oval are essential components designed to support and stabilize the shifter assembly in various BMW models. These bushings ensure a firm and accurate connection between the shifter carrier arm and the vehicle chassis, resulting in smoother, more precise gear shifts.

Key Features:

1. Oval Design for Stability:

   • The oval shape of these bushings provides a secure fit, ensuring that the shifter carrier arm stays properly aligned. This helps reduce excess play and maintains the integrity of the shifter assembly over time.

2. Enhanced Shifting Accuracy:

   • By minimizing unwanted movement and flex in the shifter mechanism, these bushings provide a more direct and controlled shifting experience, improving the feel of each gear change.

3. Durable and Long-Lasting:

   • Constructed from high-quality, durable materials, these bushings are built to withstand the stresses of everyday driving and high-performance use. They offer long-lasting reliability, even under demanding conditions.

4. Improved Driving Experience:

   • Replacing worn-out or degraded bushings can significantly enhance the overall driving experience. With new oval bushings installed, drivers will enjoy tighter, more responsive gear shifts, leading to a more engaging and enjoyable driving dynamic.

5. Easy Installation:

   • These bushings are designed to fit seamlessly into the shifter assembly of various BMW models. While installation can be handled by DIY enthusiasts, professional installation is recommended for optimal alignment and performance.

6. Wide Compatibility:

   • Suitable for a range of BMW models, these bushings are a versatile and valuable upgrade or replacement for drivers looking to restore or improve their vehicle’s shifter performance.

Benefits of Upgrading or Replacing:

• Tighter Shifting Feel: New oval bushings restore precision to the shifter assembly, eliminating the slack that develops over time in worn bushings, providing a more connected driving experience.
• Reduced Vibrations and Noise: Fresh bushings help dampen vibrations and reduce noise from the shifter assembly, contributing to a smoother, quieter ride.
• Extended Shifter Life: By maintaining proper alignment and reducing stress on other components, replacing old bushings can help extend the life of the entire shifter assembly.

In summary, the BMW Shifter Carrier Arm Bushings - Oval are a crucial upgrade for drivers looking to improve the performance and feel of their shifter. With enhanced durability, improved shifting precision, and a better driving experience, these bushings are a valuable investment for any BMW enthusiast.

Convert your open differential to a locked differential without the costly expense of an LSD replacement.

Get your car ready for aggressive track driving or drifting without purchasing or replacing your differential. The weld-in plates strengthen your diff and allow both wheels to engage simultaneously giving you a more predictable and capable track car.

An open differential allows the wheels to spin at different speeds and sends power to the wheel with the least amount of traction. This may be a good feature for your regular everyday driver but limits you on the track. The weld-in plates simulate a driving experience similar to a limited-slip differential allowing you to put power to both wheels in a low traction area or initiate drifts.

Features and benefits:

Added strength to your differential gears
Converts from open differential
Fabricated to fit in the spider gears for an easier weld and increased confidence
Made from 7 gauge mild steel, formed to fit

Differential bushings are responsible for keeping the differential in solid alignment while dampening drivetrain vibration. While OE rubber bushings are fine when they are new from the factory, aged and worn out rubber bushings create a multitude of issues that can range from annoying to dangerous. As a factory bushing ages, it begins to harden and become brittle. When this happens the bushing will actually shrink and allow for movement at the differential mounting point. At this point, the differential is free to shift under load causing a noticeable clunking noise under acceleration and deceleration and massively increasing the stress on the driveshaft and axles. Manual transmissions suffer the worst from this as it can make shifting difficult since the differential will shift when the clutch is engaged and disengaged.

By replacing these bushings with full polyurethane, the movement is eliminated since the mounting point is supported by a much stiffer material that will not harden or shrink over time. This means less stress on the driveshaft and axles and greater longevity of supporting components. 

Powerflex street bushings are ideal for street driven vehicles and those that see occasional autocross or track time. Need bushings for a dedicated track car? Powerflex Black Series bushings are the ultimate in track and race bushings. Featuring 95A durometer polyurethane, Black Series bushings are 25% stiffer than street bushings. Engineered to perform, Powerflex performance polyurethane control arm bushings offer a supreme level of control, while still providing enough comfort for the street, with advanced polyurethane that reduces NVH that often accompanies lesser bushings. Expect improved steering feel, turn in, more responsive handling and overall improved chassis composure with Powerflex performance polyurethane control arm bushings.

Poweflex is a leading manufacturer of aftermarket suspension bushings. Using state of the art design and manufacturing, all replacement bushings are engineered to out-perform and out-last the ones that came in the car. Each line of bushings is meticulously tested and then re-tested to ensure perfect fitment and enduring quality through the life of the vehicle. A full lifetime warranty backs every one of their products and demonstrates the level of confidence and commitment Powerflex has to their customers. 

Revamp your BMW's shifting experience with the Turner Motorsport Double Adjustable Short Shift Kit, a solution to the historically long throw shifters. Turner's short shifters offer height and throw adjustability, allowing drivers to discover their ideal driving sweet spot.

Curious about the long shifter? Turner's rally lever extension, available separately, provides a Quick Change option, simplifying the transition between long and short levers. Whether for track, weekend adventures, or daily commuting, Turner's short shifter kit caters to diverse driving needs.

Installing this kit is a breeze compared to competitors, thanks to the custom bearing cup that enables easy installation from inside the car. Enjoy the benefits of adjustable throw, ultra-crisp shifter feel, and an engaging driving experience.

Key Features:

• Adjustable throw from conservative to ultra-short
• Ultra-crisp shifter feel for quicker, precise shifts
• Easy installation with custom bearing cup
• Quick Change option for rally lever extension
• Independently adjustable knob height
• 22mm adjustment range for fine-tuning shifter throw
• CNC machined for durability and corrosion resistance

Upgrade further with the Turner Weighted Shift Knob - a 6-speed coin-designed knob that enhances the shifting experience with added weight, resulting in faster engagement and overall improved shifting.

Turner Weighted Shift Knob Features:

• Anodized billet aluminum core
• Durable Delrin outer construction
• Weighs 340g (11.99oz) for enhanced shift feel
• Anodized billet shift boot collar with Turner logo

For a comprehensive shifter makeover, pair the knob with Turner's short shift kits. The knob, carefully crafted from billet 6061-T6 aluminum, is CNC machined for precision fit and finish, anodized for durability, and designed for seamless compatibility with OE BMW shift knobs.

MAGNETIC FENDER COVER:

Protect your finish when working under the hood with a high quality Turner fender cover. Made from a synthetic leather layer with a goose flannelette backing for durability and protection. The Turner fender cover holds a tight grip to your fender or core support with four 9.5" magnets sewn into the top layer.

Features:

• Durable synthetic leather with the Turner logo
• Soft goose flannelette backing
• Four 9.5" integrated magnets

Dimensions:

•  Extra Long 20" x 47"

TELESCOPING LED MIRROR:

You are going to love this tool. This Schwaben telescoping lighted mirror can get you out of a jam when you need to look at something you can not see any other way. Use with or with out the mirror attached. Lighting can reflect on mirror to light at many angles. Great for finding missing parts beneath engine block or oil leaks.

Features:

• Handy pocket clip
• Pivoting quick attach mirror for perfect viewing at any angle.
• Extends up to 26 1/4" for hard to reach places.
• Collapsed length 6.5" without mirror attached, 9.5" with 
• High quality mirror provided a perfect reflection.
• Easy on and off. Turns on when extended and off when collapsed.
• 44,000 MCD brightness.
• Long life span up to 100,000 hours on LED bulb.
• Operates on 3 AG3/LR41 batteries 
• Includes batteries

TELESCOPING MAGNET:

This Schwaben telescoping magnet is a great addition to any tool box. Magnet is rated to pickup 3.5 lbs. Stainless steel shaft is 7" collapsed and 26" extended. Magnet is encased in a aluminum sleeve to help prevent side of magnet from sticking. Cushion grip rubber handle works great with dry or oily hands.

MAGNETIC PARTS TRAYS:

Stop losing nuts, blots, and screws. The Schwaben magnetic parts tray has a large 4-3/8 inch diameter stainless steel bowl with a rubber-coated magnetic base that won't mar painted surfaces.

Attach the tray to any ferrous metal on the vehicle, and toss in your steel fasteners as you remove them. The magnet holds them safely in place until you are ready to use them again. Works right side up or inverted for under-car repairs.

A simple, effective solution to a common problem.

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