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You know Billy Boat, the exhaust company that makes those sweet looking stainless steel pipes and mufflers you hate to hide beneath your car. Mandrel bent 2.5 inch stainless steel tubing. Billet hangers. Rock solid corrosion-resistant quality, with a lifetime guarantee against corrosion. The unique Billy Boat exhaust voice. Add 'em all together and you get one special exhaust system.

RockyMounts LiftOp ski and snowboard carriers work with all roof rack base bars. Their unique GripCord attachment system cinches tight in minutes, and carries skis and snowboards in lockable non-mar flexible rubber jaws. LiftOp's rocky mountain-solid tubular design is sleek and aerodynamic to reduce drag and run whisper quiet. Tested in subzero temperatures at 14,000 feet, RockyMounts products will elevate your expectations for roof rack accessories.

Gear up for winter. Let ECS turn winter's icy bite into an enjoyable driving experience. Browse our cold weather shopping section. Stock your shopping cart with snow brushes and new beam style wiper blades to clear your glass and improve wet weather vision. Protect your carpeting from winter grime with rugged rubber all weather floor mats. Stay warm with Audi designer jackets, available in several styles and sizes. Worried about that monster storm? Throw a set of ISSE textile snow chains in your trunk, and know you'll go when others are stranded. Winter is here. Are you ready?

Check out our large selection of stylish Alzor wheels and center caps for Audi. Choose silver, black, or gunmetal gray; in sizes from 17 to 20 inches; something sure to suit your style and match your mood. Take a set for a spin.

Add an aerodynamic look to your Avant with our Aero Rear Wiper kit. Easy-to-install, this new Audi option is imported from its European cousin, the Polo. Start with style; finish with function. This is one upgrade that works as good as it looks. Its beam style wiper blade conforms to the rear glass for a cleaner wipe, without blade noise or chatter. Complete kit installs in minutes using only a box or socket wrench. Our online video shows you how. Order your back glass beauty today.

Worried about that really bad storm? The mother of all blizzards where your all seasons tires don't get it done, and there are more cars in the ditch than on the road? Rest easy. We have a solution: ISSE Textile Tire Chains. So light a child can lift them. Easy to install no matter where you are. Just slip them over your tires, and get instant traction. Available in different grades for regular or occasional use, in sizes for every car. Keep a set in your trunk so you can stop worrying and get a grip when winter gets ugly.

Not sure what to buy for your favorite Audi enthusiast? To save you time, we've added a special shopping section filled with assorted gifts, from clothes to cleaners, hats to hoodies, scale models to sun glasses. Take your time; browse for ideas until that special something jumps out and grabs your attention. Not sure what size to order? Select an ECS Gift card in denominations from 10 to 100 dollars, always a sure fit. Great gifts at prices to fit every budget.

Guesswork is expensive. It leads to costly repair errors that compromise vehicle safety. Talented pro-sumer or repair professional, you need accurate vehicle data and specifications. That's why ECS is happy to announce a 10 percent discount on our entire inventory of Bentley manuals, a reliable, respected source of repair data for many European vehicles. Books or CDs, all are carefully edited and illustrated. A worthwhile investment; on sale.

If you're a tool-aholic--or know someone who is--you're in for a pleasant surprise. Our tool catalog is large and growing. We have both Euro-car and general application tools, great additions to an enthusiast's tool box; tough enough for a pro mechanic. Make a tool junkie happy, even if it's you.

Give 'em what they want: cold hard cash. ECS Tuning Gift Certificates are the gift that won't get returned because it's the wrong size, style, or color. ECS gift cards come in different denominations, from 10 to 100 dollars, to fit any budget. These certificates are sure to please your favorite auto enthusiast, and they're a lot easier to wrap than a bowling ball!

New Product. Free shipping. ST coilovers by KW are made of high grade, galvanized steel, and come with a 5 year limited warranty. With engineering tailored specifically to your vehicle, preset dampening and height adjustability provide a good balance between performance and ride comfort. All this and free shipping. Don't wait.

Periodic fluid/filter changes remove harmful dirt and metallic particles, to head off automatic transmission failures and expensive repairs. Fresh fluid renews additive packages to improve shift quality and performance. ECS stocks what you need to perform routine service operations: from filters and gaskets, to premium fluids that meet stringent OEM standards. If you think it's time for a change, we can help.

Timing is everything. A broken timing belt does more than leave you in tennis shoe mode; it causes extensive expensive engine damage when piston heads mangle valves. Don't wait for disaster to strike. Check our assortment of timing belts and belt kits. We have you covered: from basic belt-tensioner combos to Ultra kits with water pump, thermostat, accessory belts, bolts, and seals. Performance enthusiasts! Add some fun. Order stock kits spiced with underweight or underdrive crank pulleys. ECS: we have what you need to get it done.

Small to fit in tight spots, and tougher than stock, the all-new Forge DV008 Diverter Valve is a great upgrade. Its quality construction and bolt-on-cap design make it tougher than its OEM replacement, a component with a pattern-failure history. Available in attractive Anodized Black or Gunmetal finishes, each valve comes as a kit that includes springs and shims, hex key, replacement hose clamps, Forge key chain, and a limited lifetime warranty. All that and Forge quality. Act soon.

Add the finishing touch to your VW or Audi with attractive and functional R8 oil and cooling system caps. Whether your engine is stock or has been upgraded with special paint and trim panels, our new caps stand tall with contrasting black and polished aluminum accents and bold yellow and red icons. The oil cap is non-vented, and the coolant cap applies the same system pressure as the original, to raise the coolant boiling point. Style with substance, from ECS Tuning.

Wheel alignment problems affect handling and tire wear. Multi-link suspension systems use special eccentric cam-head bolts that move the links to adjust steering geometry. Worn, seized, rusted, and bent eccentric bolts prevent proper alignment. That's why ECS has added rear eccentric adjustment bolts for the Audi B5 A4/S4 to our product line. These corrosion resistant OE bolts come with eccentric washers and new lock nuts. Buy the lower or upper bolts individually, or choose a kit containing both bolts for one side.

We have a limited number of factory remanufactured Audi symphony radios at clearance prices that will tweak your tweeters. Add built-in cassette and CD players, plus support for your factory CD changer, and the deal sounds even sweeter. Complete with factory security code, this unit will find itself right at home in your standard dash, and provide many hours of listening enjoyment. Don't forget to order the Schwaben radio removal tool kit ES#1928335.

Pre-cat. Post-cat. Billy Boat has two new custom exhaust systems for B5 S4; a new Downpipe Kit and a Stealth Exhaust system. The Downpipe Kit feeds turbo outlet gases through two flex pipes to your choice of downpipes--with front catalysts--or without. The Stealth Exhaust adds a special lower--but not louder--note to your exhaust sound that won't make you crank up the radio volume! Its bass voice is masculine, not annoying. As you expect, everything is polished stainless steel, TIG welded and ready to bolt in place. Just what you'd expect from ECS.

Many wheel choices out there; few this good looking. MMR offers head-turningly attractive wheels in Silver or Black with Diamond cut face. MMR wheels are Hub-Centric and TPMS compatible. Specially designed to provide brake clearance and eliminate spacers for a hassle free installation. Hassle free price, too.

Nobody likes to "re-invent the wheel." But there's no denying that replacing your wheels is the fastest way to personalize your Audi and make a dramatic styling statement in the process. ECS has a big selection of Miro wheels in several sizes and offsets; in chrome, polished aluminum, and matte black. Something for every taste and car. Bling that won't bust your budget. From ECS.

Easy upgrade. Add this direct-fit grille, a great addition to your Audi A4 or S4. Kit includes mounting clips to make installation a snap.

Sale pricing makes this a great time to add APR performance to your Audi B5 S4 2.7T. Our sale includes APR Stage 1 performance chips; choose 1-4 programs. Also on sale: our home programming interface so you can add or replace the performance programs in your ECM at home, using your laptop computer. Protect your investment with an incredible one-cent sale on both APR anti-theft and ECM security upgrades. That's right, a penny keeps your car safe from tampering or theft when you purchase select APR software upgrades. Hurry. Sale ends October 22.

APR has loaded the fall sale goody basket with a fun assortment of performance products for your Audi B5 A4 1.8T. Pick and choose from bolt-on performance hardware and appearance accessories. You'll find a wide assortment of products, from performance enhancing hardware, to custom interior trim pieces and external badging.

Be prepared for minor accidents with this compact VW/Audi first aid kit. Kit contains all the essentials needed in a minor medical emergency: gauze, alcohol pads, wrappings, bandages, and scissors. We hope you never need it, but this affordable first aid kit is worth its weight in peace of mind.

ECS aluminum pedal sets are anodized for good looks, with raised nubs for good grip. They fit like the original pedals, but look a lot better! Installation is a snap. Pedal kits include a spring-loaded center punch, recessed Allen screws, and complete, easy-to-understand instructions. (Add your favorite tunes and you have a nice, easy project for a rainy afternoon.)

Did you find the wheels of your dreams, but unfortunately they are only available in a 5x114.3 bolt pattern? This can be a real problem if your car features a 5x112 bolt pattern. Thanks to ECS Tuning and our new wobble bolts, this is no longer a problem. These bolts feature an innovative floating conical seat collar that allows movement up to 3mm of a wheel's PDC. These bolts feature a zinc coating for a long lasting finish. No longer be limited by your factory's bolt pattern, pick up these new wobble bolts from ECS Tuning and expand your wheel possibilities.

The coil system in your engine has a big job to do. It takes the power from the battery and juices it up to the power numbers needed for the spark plugs. While this might seem like a singular duty, if these packs cease up, you will experience multiple issues. Faulty coil components may cause a slight or not so slight misfire, bad fuel economy, loss in power, and in some rare cases loss of braking performance and power steering problems. To restore engine power, replace those worn coil packs and while you're at it, replace the other components as well to ensure optimum performance.

Today's modern engines were made with complex tools that only dealerships seem to have on hand. This forces one to take their vehicle to a dealer in order to get routine service. With these new tools from Schwaben, you can do this service yourself. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, ignition coils, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the tool for the job. These high-quality and long lasting tools will do the job right the first time, giving you more time to enjoy your vehicle where it belongs, on the road.

Back in the old days, changing your oil was something you just did with ease. Then again, motors were easy to work on and weren't entrenched with electronics. If you want to bring back those old days and make your oil changes simple, this new Large Oil Filter Removal Tool will do the trick. This part was designed and engineered by Schwaben to fit snug into the bottom of the filter. It uses a 3/8 ratchet to make your oil service a breeze. This is the perfect solution for anybody looking for an easier way to access that hard to reach filter.

Let's face it, the Audi B5 A4 is no spring chicken. Years of driving have taken their toll and in order to keep it running like it did when it was new, maintenance is a must. ECS Tuning has stock piled every service item that you'll need to keep your Audi running properly, including filters, oil, spark plugs and belts, plus much more. With components that were specifically designed for your European car, you won't have to worry about them failing prematurely. ECS Tuning is now a one stop shop for all your service needs.