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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.

If you spend time and money renewing your brake hardware and linings, you ought to consider upgrading to ECS Tuning Exact-Fit brake hoses, and do the job right. These premium brake hoses are stronger, more durable, and better protected than the originals. They are shielded in stainless steel mesh reinforcement, and coated with bright red vinyl for added protection. Available by the axle for front or rear, or as a complete vehicle set, our DOT-approved, tailored hoses fit like OE for hassle-free installation.

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.

We're excited; and with good reason. ECS Tuning proudly introduces our new line of premium, corrosion-resistant rotors: GEOMET®. GEOMET® is a special coating containing metal oxides, zinc, and aluminum flakes, sprayed over the entire rotor surface to ensure complete coverage, and baked on at 600 degrees to form a durable and attractive silver-gray finish that fights rust far better than paints or other conventional coatings. Slotted or drilled and slotted, you can expect your new GEOMET® rotors to outperform and outlast stock rotors, and look great behind your alloy wheels.

ECS is happy to offer its largest assortment of Ziza LED lighting options for Audi B7 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 LEDs give your car a crisp white glow after dark. Our detailed online tutorials show you how easy it is to brighten your car--and your driving experience, with Ziza LEDs.

With cars and engines routinely asked to run long past 100,000 miles, there's no money to be saved by putting off regular maintenance. The "Big Breakdown" caused by dirty filters and fluids isn't just costly, it's inconvenient. Painfully so. Keep your daily driver durable and dependable by performing routine maintenance using one of our conveniently packaged service kits. Oil change. Major maintenance. Ignition Service. No matter what your car needs, we have you covered with complete service packages, assembled by ECS from original equipment and name brand suppliers.

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.

Nothing could be finer than a Bremmen cargo liner in your Audi. Made of a flexible, easy-to-clean vinyl, these mats are tailored to fit like a glove in your B6/B7 sedan or Avant. The tough mat material is flexible, and cleans easily with soap and water. The raised perimeter lip contains liquid spills that would otherwise ruin your interior carpeting. As an added benefit, the rectangular center section is covered in a soft textured vinyl that protects delicate cargo, and keeps flat items from shifting when you corner.

Snappy looking Audi B7 LED tail light assemblies are a fast and easy way to add a distinctive look to your Audi, and let you benefit from improved lighting performance at the same time. These LED assemblies are plug-and-play, so there's no need to fool around coding or installing special switches, relays, or modules. Just bolt them in place using common hand tools, plug them in, and go.

Here's a "sound" investment that will give your Audi RS4 a voice worth listening to. ECS Tuning has developed an H-Pipe that replaces the OE resonator, producing a great outside exhaust note that won't drone you out of the interior. As an added bonus, we've personally tested this H-Pipe numerous times on the dyno and found an extra 3-5 hp at 6000-8000 rpm. The H-pipe won't interfere with flapper valves in the rear mufflers. Installation is a cut and clamp affair. Cut out the old resonator; clamp in the H-pipe.

Now's the time to replace your cracked, crunched (or just plain missing) rain tray, battery cover, and left side engine compartment trim cover with sale-priced factory originals. In addition to restoring the good looks of your underhood landscape, a fresh cover set keeps dirt and leaves out, and protects your battery and other rain tray components from water, ice damage--and hungry rodents looking to take up residence. Tray kits are a literal snap to install and, at these prices, there will never be a better time to install these attractive new panels.

Face it. Your old lower door trim panels take a beating, and some even go missing. If your stock door trim looks like it ended up on the wrong end of the ugly stick, why not upgrade to S4 flared panels? That's right, now you can add a little flair to your Audi with our lower door trim flare kits. Slide them in place using the original hardware and attachment clips for a fresh look. Use their stock charcoal plastic finish as a styling accent, or color match to make them blend in with your car's color.

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.

Ready to blow off a little steam? Get Forge under your hood. Stock diverter valves just can't handle performance upgrades. Add a little boost and they get all weak in the knees and go to pieces. Forge knows this. That's why they've engineered boost-hardy blow off and diverter valves tough enough to take the pressure, without blowing their lids. Aluminum housing. Sturdier diaphragm. Works and plays well with engine management systems. (Need a little added russsshhhh? Blow off a little steam with a Forge Spacer.)

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.

Knock yards off stopping distances with Exact-Fit brake Lines and GEOMET® rotors for B7 A4. Why settle for stock? Our candy red brake lines and platinum gray rotors showcase beautifully behind open-faced alloys, improving pedal feel and performance. If you're due for brake service, our sale is a great way to have your Audi stopping on a dime, with change in your pocket. A look at the long product descriptions and our GEOMET® video will win you over.

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 ECS Tuning oil filter housing kit is an attractive, durable upgrade designed to prevent dangerous and unsightly oil leaks. Its anodized aluminum housing is an exact-fit replacement for the original; but the similarity ends there. Unlike the factory filter housing, ours requires no special tool. Just unscrew the drain, using a common 8m allen key. Then unscrew the housing with a 36 mm socket. Simple. For added convenience, the housing drain plug takes the same sealing ring used at the oil pan drain. Act soon and save 10 percent off the normal price.

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.