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Our all new Alzor 881 wheels have the look and feel of an instant favorite. With their bold arched split-spoke design and eye-catching hyper silver finish, this wheel set is just the finishing touch you've been looking for. Combine their muscular 18 x 8.5 physique with your newly lowered suspension and painted calipers, and watch it all come together in an overall styling statement that's sure to turn heads. Available in two offsets, your set comes complete with hubcentric rings. When you see how much they won't cost you, the choice is a four-gone conclusion.

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.

Car repair is dirty work, and sliding around in an oil spill is no fun. If you're tired of cleaning up spills with old socks and kitty litter, we have a new and better way. Pig Mat products have long been a favorite in professional repair shops that can't afford to track grease and oil onto costly car mats and carpeting. Made of durable, layered polypropylene, Pig Mats catch and hold most common fluid spills until you can throw them out. While you're here, check out our video on Form-A-Funnels, a great way to avoid spills in the first place.

Brake your car, without breaking the bank. Improve braking performance with an ECS Tuning Big Brake Kit. Bolt on larger rotors, standard finish or GEOMET slotted or slotted-and-drilled. Then mount your original calipers away from the spindle centerline with the kit's larger caliper frames for added mechanical leverage and shorter stops. No need to cough up extra bucks for a set of larger calipers, and you can go on buying readily available standard sized brake pads. Lower price. Less expense. Surer stops. Win. Win. Win.

Our RS4 mesh-style grille is easy to install. Transfer the chrome Audi rings from your old grille, or purchase new ones, available separately. This new grille is a better-than-stock replacement for a road-weary original that has been grit-blasted, bug-infested, or collision-damaged. Great price. Free shipping. Order yours today.

How about lowered wheel prices that fit your wallet and your newly lowered car? You've dropped your chassis and we've dropped or prices on 18-inch Alzor 628 wheels that fit several Audi models. The bold gunmetal gray spokes on the Alzor 628 have a large open face, perfect for showing off your new coilovers, two-piece rotors, and painted calipers. Each masculine spoke tapers between bright accents that are sure to complement any car color. Just in time for summer driving, this is a great time to add a set of big-footed alloys that look expensive, but won't break your budget.

A Mag-nificent product! Spray away unsightly brake dust accumulations and protect the surface of your expensive alloys at the same time. Genuine Audi wheel cleaning spray gel lingers on the wheel surface, scrubbing away black dust and grime, leaving a shiny clean surface covered by a corrosion fighting film. Generous 16.9 ounce bottle is good for many cleanings.

By now, sun and the elements have undoubtedly taken their toll on your B5 A4/S4 cowl covers. Once a dark matte black finish, they have probably faded to gray, requiring constant attention to keep them looking good. The right side cowl cover is more than a styling statement. It also serves as a vented barrier protecting the cabin air filter, keeping large debris out of the filter element; and rodents out of your car. Whether you need one or both, we have you covered; purchase left or right cover individually, or both, as a set.

Don't just talk about it; restore the profile of your Audi's lowered stance with a factory original front valance. If yours has been mangled or gone missing, this is the fix. Audi knew what they were doing when they added this originally; the stock valance makes your car look even lower than it is, without dropping the chassis another millimeter. This tough ABS panel is an exact fit part that snaps in place quickly. Leave it black for contrast, or color match. Either way, a little lip service speaks volumes.

You won't see this bodyguard protecting your undercarriage and engine from damage, but you'll know it's doing its work. Known as the belly pan, this undercover agent works quietly, fastened out of sight beneath your car where it fends off attacks by water, snow, ice, and road hazards. Protect your car. Check your belly pan during and after each periodic maintenance to be sure it is intact and properly secured. This unsung hero may be out of sight, but neglecting it can lead to more serious and expensive vehicle damage.

Tweak fuel pressure, then monitor line pressure with ECS Tuning Adjustable Fuel Pressure Regulators and inline Fuel Pressure Gauge Kits. Based on a Bosch regulator, our metal-bodied adjustable regulator is an exact-fit replacement for the stock unit. Its integral adjustment screw lets you change rail pressure, and its vacuum-sensing port automatically compensates for the pressure drop across the injectors at different engine loads. Add our 0-100 psi pressure gauge, individually, or as part of a kit, and take the guesswork out of fuel pressure monitoring and adjustment.

Rack and roll. In sun or snow, RockyMounts has a roof mount solution for your active lifestyle. Whether you're skiing, snow boarding, or cycling, RockMounts roof rack accessories are as easy to load as they are good looking. For a weekend with nature, a 14er Cargo Cage Roof Basket will handle up to 150 pounds of camping gear. Its scooped grille design keeps items in place, and sheds water and snow. The next time you plan a getaway, plan to take RockyMounts.

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Tired of trekking back and forth to the parts store every time you need a special Audi tool? Been there. Done that. Make it easy on yourself. Roam through our Schwaben tool section from the convenience of your computer--three full pages in all. Check out the great selection of time-saving repair solutions you'll find there. Our Schwaben line includes tools for both vehicle-specific and general shop tasks, all designed to take the hassle and uncertainty out of common repairs. Then, next time something breaks, you can spend more time fixing; less time chasing around town.

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 depending on frequency of use, in sizes for most Audis. Keep a set in your trunk so you can stop worrying and get a grip when winter gets ugly.

Why settle for good brakes when you can have a great ones? Stock brake rotors and hydraulic hoses are "okay," or they wouldn't be installed at the factory. But we all know the difference between stock and premium parts when it comes to durability and performance. For your next brake job, move up to GEOMET® rotors with a baked on corrosion-fighting finish; drilled and slotted for better bite and surer stops. Then add ECS Exact-Fit brake lines, engineered to improve pedal feel; stylish enough to showcase behind your new alloys.

This holiday season, give 'em what they want: cold hard cash. ECS Tuning Gift Certificates are the gifts that won't get returned because they are the wrong size, style, or color. Available in different denominations, from 10 to 100 dollars, there's one for every budget. Perfect for a main gift or as a special stocking stuffer. These certificates ship free and are sure to please your favorite auto enthusiast. They're also a lot easier to wrap than a bowling ball!

Protect your wheel and tire investment with an FK Wheel Tree. Convenient and easy to assemble, the tree stacks seasonal wheels and tires to save valuable floor space. The ingenious design supports and separates your wheels to prevent face scratching and tire carcass stress caused when wheels are leaned against a wall for extended periods. Available in two sizes, for standard and wide widths, FK tire trees are made from polished metal tubes with non-marring wheel separators. Complete kits include hardware, wrench, and a cloth protective bag.

ECS is happy to offer its largest assortment of Ziza LED lighting options for Audi B5 vehicles. Now it's easy to add the clean white brilliance of LEDs to your favorite car. Light a little. Light a lot. Select individual bulbs for your lighting needs, or purchase a convenient package containing enough LEDs for all interior light locations. Then move outside your car where license plate and backup light LEDs make it easier to see and be seen after dark. Our detailed online tutorials show you how easy it is to brighten your car--and your driving experience, with Ziza LEDs.

ECS has a large stock of Alzor wheels for Audis. Super selection. Solid spokes, split spokes; thick and thin. Pick hyper silver, machined face, and gunmetal. Sizes range from 17 to 20 inches in two center bore sizes with ball seats to fit your favorite Audi. Wait no more.

The Fumoto oil drain valve replaces your OE drain plug for fast, easy oil changes. Its spring-loaded valve has a quick release tab that makes changing oil a snap. Just push and turn to drain. All-metal construction assures years of trouble-free service. Includes a threaded brass extension for oil pans with recessed drain plugs. A good idea. Long overdue.

Not sure what to buy for your favorite Audi enthusiast? To save you time, we've put up a special shopping section filled with assorted gifts, from clothes to cleaners, totes to tire gauges, roof racks to radar detectors. 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.

Before winter's icy blasts blow hard, why not grab some tailored Audi floor mats. Choose from Schwaben carpeted or Audi all-weather. Need style and plush comfort? Schwaben mats have you covered. Available in black and gray carpeting with colorful piping, these mats fit like factory, and have durable rubberized backing and OE-style retaining clips to keep them in place. Need more? Then Audi raised-rib rubber mats are just the thing; heavy, durable, and easy to clean, these all-weather mats are tough enough to laugh at winter's worst.

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 depending on frequency of 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.

ECS Tuning lets you boost your stance down the road with a 20mm monster offset, or tweak a little to fit your brake kit with a 2mm offset adjustment. Choose from our huge inventory of hub centric spacers in thicknesses sure to match your car, your wheels, and your shopping budget. All spacers are corrosion protected: 2,3, and 4mm spacers are zinc plated steel; thicker spacers, in sizes ranging from 5 to 20mm, are anodized aluminum. Buy them alone or with matching lug bolts.

The next time someone leaves you holding the bag, make sure its one of these. Audi tire totes are a great way to move and store your wheels and tires. Sturdy and attractive, these tire bags are a snap to install, and come with handy carrying handles. Use them to transport your wheels for seasonal tire changes, and keep them clean during off-season storage. If you plan on stacking your wheels, add a set of our felt protection discs to prevent nicks and scratches, especially important for wheels with stretched tires.

Combo kits from Schwaben include tools to fit common Euro-car fastener sizes, many packaged in handy carrying cases for added portability and convenience. Choose from bits and drivers, wrenches and comfort grip screwdrivers, and specialty trim and radio removal tools, all designed by pros who know tools, and manufactured for years of dependable service. Give a gift sure to please a gifted auto enthusiast or service professional, even if it's you.

Get ready for winter with sale-priced Rocky Mounts LiftOps. We have limited quantities of 4 and 6 sizes and, while they last, we'll save you a dime on every dollar you spend. Rocky Mounts snow board and ski carriers are designed by winter sports experts to deliver the features you want most. They work with all major base rack systems, regardless of crossbar shape, and grip your boards or skis safely in soft rubber jaws. Easy to install, the Grip Cord system cynches them in place quickly, and the locking system keeps them secure.

Our Schwaben Tool catalog is large and many of our high demand tools have just come back in stock. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, compress springs, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the right tools 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.

Our Schwaben Tool catalog is large and many of our high demand tools have just come back in stock. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, compress springs, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the right tools 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.