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Nothing can be more frustrating than broken bolts during a repair. If you service your upper control arms on your VW/Audi it's very likely your upper strut knuckle pinch bolt will be frozen in place or broken during removal. Thankfully, Schwaben has come up with a creative tool for this problem. An easy 4-step process which includes drill bits, drifts, centering tool and threaded adapters make the repair less painful as it's designed to work within the tight area within the front wheel wells. Keep a simple job simple with this handy Schwaben Steering Knuckle Bolt Repair Tool.

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Schwaben produces specialty service tools to give DIYers and professionals access to the fastest service methods possible. Their Fluid Change Tools make oil service, transmission fluid service, brake fluid service, and more a breeze! These tools allow you to complete these services as professionally as modern dealerships and give you the ability to tackle jobs alone that would usually require lifting the vehicle or assistance from a friend.

Your German-engineered Audi transcends the conventional limitations imposed on typical performance cars. These vehicles spend hundreds of hours on the world's most famous test tracks, challenging the most talented and devoted automotive engineers. Only a company that shares this passion for moving the limits of performance higher can successfully contribute technological innovations to this caliber of automobile. H&R has dedicated almost four decades to suspension engineering. 100% German made, H&R Performance Suspension Kits deliver race-inspired driving dynamics to your Audi.

Wagner Tuning has been developing and producing high quality engine parts, such as intake manifolds, exhaust manifolds, downpipes, and intercooler kits in Germany since 2002. Recent technology advancements along with years of experience ensure optimum performance and highest manufacturing precision.

Alzor Wheels are made specifically for your Audi to bolt right up, look incredible, and set your car apart from the rest. With unique, individual, striking designs as well as some timeless classics make up the catalogue of choices you have to truly differentiate the European performance car in your life. A wide range of sizes, fitments, and color options mean you can have everything exactly right to take your Audi fitment to the standards you always wanted. Now, ALL Alzor Wheels are 25% OFF! Buy 3, get 1 FREE!

Is your ignition system coiled and ready to strike? Make sure your plugs are firing at voltage levels that ensure optimal combustion and peak performance. If your old coils are tired and unable to do the job, an ECS assembled ignition service kit will put some zap in the gap when you need it most. Our ignition service kits are easy to install and come with everything you need to restore ignition efficiency, firing at voltage levels sure to get the most from each and every power stroke.

Is your ignition system coiled and ready to strike? Make sure your plugs are firing at voltage levels that ensure optimal combustion and peak performance. If your old coils are tired and unable to do the job, an ECS assembled ignition service kit will put some zap in the gap when you need it most. Our ignition service kits are easy to install and come with everything you need to restore ignition efficiency, firing at voltage levels sure to get the most from each and every power stroke.

Adding additional power means also the creation of more heat in the engine. This is when you need to get a high-performance all-aluminum radiator for your Audi B5 S4. All CSF’s high-performance all-aluminum radiators include CSF’s exclusive B-Tube technology that increases the heat transfer approximately 15% over regular oval welded tubes, along with super-efficient multi-louvered fins to maximize airflow through the radiator care for the best radiator core technology and performance in the market. Combined with CSF’s industry leading triple-pass design, CSF’s new Audi B5 S4 radiator

The German TUV (Technical Inspection Association) has determined that in several European countries the clearance between fender and tire must be adequate to accommodate snow chains when safety requires. In North America, where no such law exists, you have the option of restoring Audi's original intention of providing a focused driver's machine by widening their stance, improving road-holding and performance aesthetics. Improve your stance appeal with an ECS spacers & appropriate-length bolts setup.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization allows for greater attention to detail and refinement, resulting in superior products. Whether your Audi is a daily driven street machine or a full-fledged race car, South Bend Clutch has a kit to suit your cars needs!

Dual mass flywheels are nice in theory, until you have to foot the bill for a new one. Ouch. Don't worry, we have a solution you and your wallet can live with. Just install our complete Valeo single mass flywheel kit. An exact fit replacement for the dual mass system, it comes complete with a new friction disc with damper springs, fresh release bearing, and installation hardware. Unlike the dual mass, the single mass flywheel can be resurfaced in the future to extend its service life even more.

Don't let a tough project stop you in your tracks! Get the right tool for the job with Schwaben 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.

Give your B6 A4 1.8T the clutch it deserves. We've assembled three very special clutch packages built around the ECS Tuning RA4 lightweight flywheel. Mate our new, low mass flywheel to a bigger 240mm clutch. Choose S4, RS4, or Clutch Masters RS4 clutch kits for a smooth, powerful clutch/flywheel package that revs faster but won't forget its manners in traffic. No modifications required. Bolt them on and go, with complete kits that include everything you need, right down to fresh bolts and a clutch alignment tool.

When you don't want to settle for less, get the legendary quality of Bilstein shocks. Designed for the performance minded automotive enthusiast, these Sport Shocks allow an unparalleled level of control. They have been designed for use with either stock or lowering springs or upgraded sway bars, these shocks will take your suspension to a new level of performance. Great look. Improved performance.

We've all been in that helpless position when your car dies and there's no one around to help. What if you had a tool to remedy being stranded with a dead battery? Something so small it fits in your glovebox. The Schwaben Micro Jump Start Kit is the remedy, the days of looking for cable and another car to jump from are over. As a bonus, it even works as a phone charger for those days where both your car and phone are both drained. Also, check out other various battery charging products so you don't get stranded this winter!

It's hard not to appreciate the powerful, aggressive appearance of a wide-stanced performance car; it's the look that forces enthusiasts to take your ride seriously. The effect is typically accomplished with flared fenders and over-sized wheels, requiring increased fender clearance. The Schwaben fender roller tool is easy to use, priced right and increases fender clearance while maintaining a factory-fresh look. Kits are available that include a heat gun to keep your finish from stress cracking, & a finishing tool to form the inner fender lip for a professional-quality

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, light weight pulley, or a high strength Gates Racing belt, as needed.

Most Audi engines are interference, meaning valves enter the cylinders. On interference engines timing is everything. One of the most important maintenance jobs one should be aware of is the timing belt service. Neglecting to replace your timing belt or timing belt components at the recommended interval can cause havoc on your engine. At minimum a few bent valves, or at worst a whole new engine totaling thousands in repairs. We at ECS have a great tutorial available showing you how to get it done, along with complete service kits and a full line of necessary tools!

Auto repair professionals understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners. Too tight, and the fastener may be weakened and break. Too loose and things come apart. Work efficiently and productively with digital torque wrenches and angle gauges, which enable you accurately to apply specific torque and angle adjustment. You can tighten nuts and bolts like a pro.

CTS Turbo has been dedicated to manufacturing performance parts for enthusiasts by enthusiasts since its inception. CTS Turbo is pleased to announce our upcoming Memorial Day Sale. Taking place from May 19th – June 11th 2017! Take advantage of up to 25% off on their best selling products.

The combustion event inside the cylinder must be carefully controlled to realize maximum power and efficiency. Upgrade to the 2.0T ignition coils to ensure your fuel mixture burns rapidly, thoroughly, and reliably, while enhancing the beauty of your engine bay. The stage I ECS Kit includes everything needed for the conversion: stainless steel hardware and a 2.0T Coil Pack Conversion Plate (3 color options). The stage II Kit adds aluminum Coil Pack Hold Downs (3 color options) to keep pressure on the coil pack—a simple and attractive solution to coils popping out of location.

The easiest, most transformative modification for your Audi is a set of new, perfectly selected wheels. Now with offerings from BBS, you can be sure to find the perfect style that compliments your ride. Designed to bolt right up to your car, these wheels are available in different offsets and sizes to allow for the perfect fitment and finish. Of course, if you want to achieve an extreme look, don't forget to check out our large assortment of ECS Tuning wheel spacers and lug bolts.

Akebono brake pads use highly advanced ceramic brake pad technology that provides excellent stopping power while extending rotor life and virtually eliminating brake dust, so the wheels on your European vehicle will remain their cleanest. Akebono EURO® Ultra-Premium ceramic brake pads provide exactly the ideal vehicle control and performance response intended by the manufacturers of European makes. Maintain the enhanced pedal feel of European braking performance with brake pads and friction formulas engineered specifically for your vehicle and 100 percent manufactured in the USA.

ECS is quickly earning a reputation for delivering the most outstanding aftermarket carbon fiber parts and accessories for European cars. Our unparalleled R&D facilities and dedication to exceeding consumer expectations give us this ability. Check out our authentic carbon fiber parts and accessories!

The three most critical and widely cited dimensions of your vehicle's suspension geometry - camber, caster, & toe-in - are what triangulate your wheels and position them to perform in a specified way on the road. Camber/Caster is of special concern to the enthusiast because of its susceptibility to change under the influence of different wheel arrangements and ride heights. Schwaben Specialty Tools has developed a superb method of measuring this critical dimension - The Magnetic Camber/Caster Gauge.

APR strives to engineer and produce the highest quality parts and software when it comes to tuning your performance car. They aim to give customers the best driving experience and provide quality support for all their products. That's why their Intakes are some of the most widely loved on the market.

Quit throwing your money away with your oil filter: K&P Aluminum Performance Oil Filters offer better filtration in a durable and reusable package! The last oil filter you will ever need is easily cleanable and long-lived for the wallet and environmentally-conscious enthusiast to feel better about with each oil change. Make sure your oil service includes the K&P Aluminum Oil Filter for added convenience, savings, and recycling goodness!

Wrapping up a build is satisfying in itself, but having it all come together with ECS Carbon Fiber Beauty Covers is icing on the cake that is your Audi or VW engine. The sleek, hand-laid, motorsport-inspired carbon fiber covers provide a uniform fit and finish that compliments any performance or show build. Fill your engine bay with carbon fiber to achieve that completed look with elegant and aggressive styling.

If your car's braking performance does not inspire confidence like it used to, it's in need of a brake system service. By providing it all for you in a single click, ECS has made it easier than ever to get the quality replacement matching components you need when beginning a brake service. Our brake service kit for your B5 S4 includes coated performance rotors, Hawk performance pads, sensors, assembly grease, and even a full complement of set screws to make your brake replacement easy.