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An unfortunate consequence of the modern closed PCV/breather system is the unintended ingestion of oil vapor and carbon into the intake tract, lowering the octane rating and leaving harmful deposits on a vehicle's intake valves and ports that result in decreased power. Engineered in-house and manufactured here in the USA, the ECS Baffled Oil Catch Can utilizes a highly efficient 4-chamber oil separator, decreasing oil ingestion and maintaining engine power output. The innovative design also catches as much blow-by gas as possible, bringing carbon buildup to an absolute minimum.

If you have ever been halfway into a DIY and realized you are missing a specific tool, then you know how frustrating not having the correct tool for the job can be. Even worse is having one that doesn't do the job correctly! Our Schwaben Hand Tools are there to help you finish the job the right way the first time. Don't get caught without the right equipment: save on your Schwaben Hand Tools now with our Partstoberfest Sale!

Normal wear and tear on your engine generates metal particles that will float around in your oil. While this is generally not a symptom of any issues, it can become an issue. Metal flakes in your oil can cause premature wear on internal components and can be an absolute nuisance. Trap those pesky flakes in your drain channel with a Magnetic Drain Plug from ECS and help preserve your engine!

the ECS Billet Aluminum Oil Filter Housing for your Audi or VW will add a touch of class to an ordinary part generally overlooked with durable and attractive convenience. The factory plastic housing can be brittle and is the most appealing part of your engine bay. Give your Audi or VW engine another piece to set it apart from the masses with this aluminum oil filter housing.

Now available to complete your perfect shift feel; The ECS Billet Adjustable Side-to-Side Shift Lever features 3 adjustable, threaded shifter positions* to give maximum benefits of dialing in your perfect shift feel. Constructed of billet aluminum to replace the flimsy plastic OEM shift relay lever, and coated in a durable black anodized finish for excellent corrosion resistance. SIDE-TO-SIDE SHIFTER: Features 3 adjustable shifter positions (Stock, 20% or 40% throw reduction) F2B SHIFTER: Features 4 adjustable shifter positions (Stock, 7%, 28% or 49% throw reduction)

Light on weight. Long on looks. The new ECS Tuning Engineered 2-Piece front brake rotors combine the natural advantages of a cast iron braking surface with the weight savings and rapid heat dissipation of an aluminum hat. Cast iron-gray and durable matte black hats create an eye-catching contrast that accents painted calipers behind open-faced alloy wheels. These beauties have all the extras: black anodized hats, cross-drilled and slotted brake faces, and unlike OEM, directionally vaned rotors for better cooling and heat dissipation over stock.

Don't let a tough project stop you in your tracks! Get the right tool for the job with Schwaben Hand Tools from ECS. Tools you can depend on, designed to put the DIY power in your hands, and ready to tackle general and specific jobs, Schwaben Tools are ready to make themselves at home in your garage.

When the going gets tough sometimes the only tool you want is a good hammer. The Schwaben hammers are built for a lifetime of use from top quality materials. The Ball Peen hammers feature a drop forged steel heads and ergonomic handles giving you accurate striking punches and chisels. The 36-oz Dead Blow hammer is designed with steel shot inside head, delivering a stronger force and at the same time prevents any rebound. For when maximum force is needed with minimal rebound.

JOM has undertaken the engineering challenge of designing an adjustable coilover suspension system that meets German TUV quality and finish standards while keeping production and manufacturing costs significantly lower than competitors. The Blueline represents the fulfillment of this mission, incorporating a threaded shock body and adjustable lower mount for a wide range of ride heights, while avoiding unnecessary expense to the consumer. Polished steel housings & anodized spring perches lower from 30mm on the highest setting, to just over 90mm on the lowest setting.

Already have an APR Stage 1 or Stage 2 tune and ready to move on to make big power while retaining your current intake, downpipe, and intercooler? This deal is for you! We're offing brand new IS38 turbochargers from the Golf R and S3 along with all necessary install hardware at a great price! For a limited time APR's IS38 software upgrade is on sale for existing customers through November 1st! Which makes up to an asphalt pounding 386 horsepower and 403 ft/lbs of torque on 93 octane depending on accompanying mods. The perfect pairing for huge gains, don't miss out!

The 8P A3 2.0T stock air intake system is very restrictive, to keep the intake sound from entering the cabin. Adding a cold air intake allows the motor to breath the way it should have. Enclosed in a durable 16 gauge, powder-coated heat shield; this air intake system features a washable/reusable conical air filter that improves airflow for increased horsepower and torque. These intake systems also feature a molded heat-insulating, smooth bore plastic tube that replaces the stock intake tract. Giving you increased air flow and improved volumetric efficiency for maximum performance.

ECS Tuning is proud to offer an upgrade to not only enhance your driving experience but also to add a sporty appearance to your interior. Our engineers worked meticulously to create an exact-fit extension for the OEM paddle shifters that extends the face of the paddle without compromising feel and operation. ECS Tuning Paddle Shifter Extension Sets provide you with a much broader contact area for activation of the upshift and downshift paddles compared to OEM equipment. These shifter extensions are available in billet aluminum with Silver or Black anodized finish or Carbon Fiber.

Eliminate the visual obstruction of the red reflectors on your rear bumper cover with our Rear Bumper Reflector Film Set. ECS Tuning has collaborated with Lamin-X for a simple and easy-to-install solution to cover the bright red reflectors on the rear bumper cover of 8V A3 vehicles The Rear Bumper Reflector Film Set includes a pair of pre-cut Gunsmoke Lamin-X film that applies directly over the rear reflectors, giving your vehicle a cleaner look.

An elegant solution to vague and imprecise steering, performance control arms with poly bushings let you feel the road through your fingertips. Factory rubber bushings are intended to buffer road sensations from steering input. But for the performance driver, a highly tactile connection to the road conveys more information about vehicle dynamics, sharpening driving awareness. That's why we're offering control arm assemblies already fitted with poly bushings that tighten suspension feel, restore vehicle safety, and last many miles longer than stock bushings. Take Control.

Rather than pay top dollar for full European headlight assemblies to rid yourself of the amber inside the headlight assemblies, ECS Tuning has collaborated with Lamin-X Protective Films for a simple and easy-to-install solution. The Headlight Marker Film Set includes a pair of pre-cut Gunsmoke Lamin-X film that applies directly over the corner of the headlight assemblies to hide away the amber side markers, giving your vehicle a cleaner look by hiding away the bright amber.

Your 8V A3 has served you well and faithfully, day in, day out. Why not deck it out in a set of Euro-look headlights from Hella and see it in a new light. These jewel-like Euro-style assemblies will fit your stock front end without cutting and drilling, and their electrical connectors accept your stock harness plugs without a fuss. European headlight housings eliminate the US amber side marker and also allows for a much brighter and crisper beam. For vehicles that already have factory Xenon HID headlights.

OEM strut mounts are known to wear within a very short lifespan, typically associated with annoying squeaks and groans. The ECS Tuning Performance Front Strut Mount offers significant performance to your vehicle's handling and long term durability. With the increased durometer over stock, the 75A durometer rubber strut mounts will better resist deflection and premature wear that commonly plagues the OE strut mounts. This is a must have if you are installing sport springs or coilovers!

A known weakness with the 2.0T engine, the factory diverter valve diaphragm has a tendency to wear and crack under stock boost pressure levels. The rubber material chosen for the diaphragm cannot withstand consistent boost diversion, and certainly will not contain the added boost levels that accompanies performance modifications. GoFastBits has developed a solution that only attends to the problem itself - the weak valve mechanism - replacing it with an aluminum housing & brass piston - saving you the time and money of unnecessarily replacing the entire unit itself.

Every 40,000 miles, your DSG transmission needs to be serviced. Picking the perfect kit can often be overwhelming, so the experts at ECS Tuning have put together this configurable Build Your Own DSG Service Kit which allows you to pick your favorite brand of each component and choose whether or not you need certain options.

An elegant solution to vague and imprecise steering, performance control arms with poly bushings let you feel the road through your fingertips. Factory rubber bushings are intended to buffer road sensations from steering input. But for the performance driver, a highly tactile connection to the road conveys more information about vehicle dynamics, sharpening driving awareness. That's why we're offering control arm assemblies already fitted with poly bushings that tighten suspension feel, restore vehicle safety, and last many miles longer than stock bushings. Stay in control.

When it's time to do basic maintenance on your vehicle, it's much easier if you have everything that you need before you get started. When changing your oil, it's imperative that you get quality parts and components. After all, oil is what keeps your engine lubricated and combats premature wear. ECS offers a wide variety of oil service kits currently on sale now through 2/17. Don't quite need an oil change yet? Buy now, save later!

For over a decade, Mark Malone has been writing tunes for engines. No other tune offers the performance, fuel economy, and exclusive features that the tunes from Malone Tuning offer. Malone tunes are not generic "tuning box" upgrades - a less effective method that often skews OBD2 data causing inaccurate injection and boost data since it is altered outside of the ECU. Malone allows for the fine adjustment of boost pressure and fuel supply according to specific RPM points. Each tuning file is edited by Mark Malone himself in order to perfect each aspect of the tune.

When it's time to do basic maintenance on your vehicle, it's much easier if you have everything that you need before you get started. When changing your oil, it's imperative that you get quality parts and components. After all, oil is what keeps your engine lubricated and combats premature wear. ECS offers a wide variety of oil service kits currently on sale though the month of May. Don't quite need an oil change yet? Buy now, save later!

Along with the savings from ST, ECS Tuning is also offering gift cards up to $50 and free shipping on select products. Featuring low-friction, pressure-resistant housings and chrome-plated piston rods for maximum longevity, ST X series suspensions provide more predictable, stable handling dynamics and height adjustability across a wide range.

When it's time to do basic maintenance on your vehicle, it's much easier if you have everything that you need before you get started. When changing your oil, it's imperative that you get quality parts and components. After all, oil is what keeps your engine lubricated and combats premature wear. ECS offers a wide variety of oil service kits currently on sale though the month of May. Don't quite need an oil change yet? Buy now, save later!

Changing the suspension setup on a refined German car often times feels like meddling with perfection. With an advanced, highly wrought coilover system, you can be confident your addition is a reliable improvement. ST coilovers by KW are made of high grade, galvanized steel, and come with a 5 year limited warranty. Utilizing engineering tailored specifically to your Audi, ST X full height adjustability and preset damping provide the perfect balance between performance and ride comfort.

Changing the suspension setup on a refined German car often times feels like meddling with perfection. With an advanced, highly wrought coilover system, you can be confident your addition is a reliable improvement. ST coilovers by KW are made of high grade, galvanized steel, and come with a 5 year limited warranty. Utilizing engineering tailored specifically to your Audi, ST X full height adjustability and preset damping provide the perfect balance between performance and ride comfort.

If there's one job on your Audi that won't tolerate shortcuts or mistakes, it's a timing belt replacement. There are no do-overs to be had - get it right the first time, or pay. We know what it takes to do this job. That's why our Ultimate timing belt kits include the things you need to do a trouble-free, lasting t-belt service: premium timing belt plus tensioners, rollers, seals, water pump and thermostat. Move up to kits with coolant and a high strength Gates Racing belt, as needed. To make the deal even sweeter each ECS Assembled Kit now includes a FREE Schwaben LED Pen Light!

While supplies last during the Genuine VW/Audi Summer Sale. Take your bike wherever you go, without the need to remove the front wheel with the Genuine Upright Bike Carrier.

Auto repair professionals understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners. Too tight, and the fastener may be weakened and break. Too loose and everything just falls apart. You can tighten nuts and bolts like a pro with these torque wrenches from Schwaben, Central Tools, and GearWrench.