ESS Tuning S54 G500 Intercooled Supercharger System (Gen. 4) - E46 M3
ESS Tuning was founded in Aremark, Norway in 1995, providing supercharger solutions to the mighty BMW platform. Since then, they've amassed a legendary reputation as the largest BMW supercharger system manufacturer in the world, and as a well-known innovator in the chip and ECU tuning sector with an extensive expertise in Bosch and Siemens engine control systems. In the quest for true uncompromised performance, no one rivals ESS Tuning.
$12,995.00
Product Information
The intercooled ESS Tuning Gen. 4 S54 G500 supercharger system is the culmination of over 20 years of S54 forced induction experience and over 1400 S54 supercharger systems sold worldwide to date. It produces 500hp and 330lb-ft of torque at 7 psi of boost. Featuring the patented, highly efficient, extremely durable and light weight ESS G1 supercharger unit. This unit delivers quick boost, a very strong mid range and considerably less mechanical noise than earlier versions of our S54 systems on top of a ~12lbs savings in total system weight.
The G500 comes with a completely new 6rib belt drive system with speed optimized power steering and water pump rotation for track duty, a 3" front mount intercooler (FMIC) that is designed to fit without modification to the OEM front bumper and a specially developed cast aluminum intake manifold assembly with an integrated high capacity bypass valve designed not only for optimum flow, but for minimal weight to not disrupt the iconic chassis balance of the M3. The G500 is a complete system with everything you need for correct installation.
The G500 comes with a completely new 6rib belt drive system with speed optimized power steering and water pump rotation for track duty, a 3" front mount intercooler (FMIC) that is designed to fit without modification to the OEM front bumper and a specially developed cast aluminum intake manifold assembly with an integrated high capacity bypass valve designed not only for optimum flow, but for minimal weight to not disrupt the iconic chassis balance of the M3. The G500 is a complete system with everything you need for correct installation.
The supercharger system includes the ESS E-Flash OBD2 cable and specific ESS engine software that is perfectly calibrated for the G500 supercharged engine providing optimum ignition timing under all conditions, recalibrated throttle control for quicker throttle response, recalibrated VANOS control, and perfectly optimized fuel delivery. The dyno limiter and top speed governors are also removed. The E-Flash allows the end user to upload the supercharger ECU software from any PC running Windows XP or newer and includes a full diagnostic and code clearing capability. Any future ESS software updates can be received by email and loaded directly to the car. The stock ECU software will be saved and can easily be restored in the future.
Power delivery is 100% smooth and of OEM-standard. The car behaves just like stock until you demand power, then the car completely transform providing brutal acceleration normally reserved for pure race cars.
The ESS S54 Gen. 4 G-Series systems include a significantly improved main bracket design with 60% stronger structural rigidity, an improved 3 roller beltdrive system with improved belt traction in severe racing conditions and also newly developed one piece silicone discharge hoses for SC to IC connections, as well as section 1 IC discharge to intake manifold silicone for improved flow and ease of installation.
The ESS S54 Gen. 4 G-Series systems include a significantly improved main bracket design with 60% stronger structural rigidity, an improved 3 roller beltdrive system with improved belt traction in severe racing conditions and also newly developed one piece silicone discharge hoses for SC to IC connections, as well as section 1 IC discharge to intake manifold silicone for improved flow and ease of installation.
Like all ESS supercharger systems, the S54 Gen. 4 G kits are tested and tuned for over 50,000 street and track miles on multiple vehicles throughout the world, 60+ hours on a load dyno, full load top speed endurance testing on the German Autobahn, and final certification laps on the Nurburgring. The system maintains all OBD-II functions and it is backed by a comprehensive 2 year, unlimited mileage warranty program. This complete system is 100% bolt on and includes everything you need. Installation takes 6-8 hours using normal hand tools and no irreversible modifications to the car are necessary.
S54 G500 Intercooled Supercharger System: Intercooled, 7PSI system compatible with manual and SMG E46 M3. 91AKI/95RON or above required.
The system is designed and calibrated for OEM Euro style exhaust headers. OEM US headers will also work well if the car does not see extensive track use. The system is capable of supporting considerably more boost/HP.
*HFC or cat-delete mid section recommended for optimal results. For off-road use only unless otherwise noted.
The system is designed and calibrated for OEM Euro style exhaust headers. OEM US headers will also work well if the car does not see extensive track use. The system is capable of supporting considerably more boost/HP.
*HFC or cat-delete mid section recommended for optimal results. For off-road use only unless otherwise noted.
Key information
- Installation time: 6-8 hours
- Boost pressure: 7 PSI
- Horsepower: 500SAE
- Torque: 330 ft/lbs
- ESS SMG performance software is also recommended with this product on SMG cars (not included)
System components
- ESS G1 internally lubricated high-efficiency supercharger unit
- 6PK (6rib) belt drive system with G500 specific SC drive ratio
- Direct fit 3" front mount intercooler system with casted end tanks for improved flow (FMIC)
- Cast aluminum ESS intake manifold
- High capacity bypass-valve system
- Powder-coated mandrel bent tubing
- One belt driven w/self tension system
- CNC machined, hard anodized brackets
- CNC hard anodized crankshaft pulley
- CNC hard anodized water pump pulley (very important for proper water pump gear ratio)
- Long life 6PK serpentine drive belt
- Oil breather assembly designed for boost
- 5 layer super strength silicone hose throughout system
- ESS spec fuel pressure system
- High capacity, direct replacement Siemens 630cc fuel injectors
- K&N cold air intake located inside front bumper
- ESS E-Flash reprogramming and diagnostic interface
- Perfectly optimized, dyno tweaked MSS54/MSS54HP ECU software with removed top speed governor
- Detailed and illustrated installation manual
- 2yr./unlimted mileage warranty
- 100% maintenance free operation
Models
- 3 Series / E46 (1998-2006) / M3
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