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Weekend project alert! B5 Audi Jetta Lip Spoilers are on sale. Primed and ready to install, you can use this "needed maintenance" project as an excuse not to plow the driveway this Saturday. Easy to install, spoilers come with an adhesive backer, so there's no drilling or messy gluing required. Leave it black for contrast, or color match. Trust us: the driveway won't mind.

It is inevitable. Intake, exhaust, downpipe, valve cover, and in some applications valve seals will all be removed and replaced as you work on maintaining or improving your vehicle's engine. As you put everything back together, there are some things that should not be overlooked. A faulty gasket anywhere will always be bad news.

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 tailored hoses come with OE attachment fittings and sealing washers. Finish the job: use ECS Exact Fit Brake Hoses.

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 tailored hoses come with OE attachment fittings and sealing washers. Finish the job: use ECS Exact Fit Brake Hoses.

Stylish shift knobs; super sale. B6/B7 shift boot/knob combos are on sale at big savings. Take styling cues from performance champs like the S4 and DTM, and install complete shift knob boot kits that echo track performance. Pick polished aluminum, pebbled finish, or brushed aluminum knobs with dimpled grips that erupt from rich looking, stitched leather boots. These are direct fit upgrades. Easy to install. Easy on the eyes. And now, easy on your budget.

Make night time, the right time. Let your B8 look great after hours with new LED lighting upgrades from Ziza. Light a little; light a lot. Choose individual zone lighting changes at glove box, trunk, license plate, dome, door and vanity mirrors. Or grab our complete interior lighting package and banish dirty yellow light from your interior, once and for all. These wedge- or festoon-style LEDs are as easy to install as standard bulbs. Their improved illumination and upscale look will be a welcome addition to any interior.

The Schwaben 100-piece specialty bit set includes bits to fit a wide assortment of automotive fasteners, including triple square, tamper-proof Torx, tri-wing, and hex. Breeze through repairs knowing you can remove odd specialty fasteners with ease. These premium bits are made of hardened chrome vanadium steel, handsome and tough enough for daily use. Packaged in a handy blow molded case with silhouetted slots for easy organization and inventory. With the increased use of specialty fasteners, no tool box is complete without this versatile bit assortment.

ECS Tuning is happy to announce the addition of VMR wheels for VW/Audi. These stylish 19-inch 700 series wheels are ready to use with conical wheel bolts, and install easily, with no vehicle mods or spacers required. Tested to meet or exceed JWL/VIA requirements, Velocity Motoring wheels have long been a favorite with our BMW customers. Now VW/Audi owners can add the classic good looks of VMR to their own European motorcars. Bolt on class. Upscale styling. VMR.

Our new and expanded brake parts inventory includes brake parts from both original equipment and name brand aftermarket suppliers; quality products from the most trusted names in the business. Not sure what you need or how to do it? Watch our new installation video or download a step-by-step how-to installation guide. Great parts. Detailed instructions. A win-win.

The Fumoto 14mm 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.

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.

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 merged at a massive 3-inch outlet. 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.

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.

Our seasonal sale on Audi B8 roof rack base bars is just in time for winter sports. Adding Votex base bars is child's play; made specifically for your car, the kit comes with everything you need for a hassle-free installation, including a tee-handle locking tool. Then add a lockable Votex ski or snow board accessory and tote your winter gear with stylish ease. Handsome brushed aluminum bars with black accent supports look great on any color car.

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.

Sale priced iPod adapters are cheaper than a new head. A radio head, that is! You don't need to buy a new radio to use your iPod. Right now, we have a nice selection of iPod adapters and kits that turn your factory radio into an iPod player. All are easy to install, and come complete with wiring and harness connectors that fit your OE radio like an assembly line original. You've got the car. You've got the iPod. Now they can play together and deliver your favorite tunes. Sounds good from here.

ECS has sale prices on snappy looking Audi B7 LED tail light assemblies. LED upgrades 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. We even give you color choices, from clear red to smoked red and clear. All for 10 percent off.

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!

Have it your way. Tweak your stance a little, or go where no man has gone before with 20mm monster offset spacers. ECS has a range of hub centric spacers in thickneses to match your car, your wheels, and your favorite look, from two to twenty millimeters. All spacers are corrosion protected: 2,3, and 4mm spacers are zinc plated steel; thicker spacers, in sizes ranging from 5 to 20mm, are made of 6061 anodized aluminum. Buy them alone; buy them with matching lug bolts. Either way, we won't warp your budget.

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.

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.

Custom side marker kits. On sale. Crazy low prices. We doubt you like those dowdy orange side markers all that much. Bo-ring. Want to take your car from meek to sleek, in about ten minutes? For cheap? Yeah! ECS Tuning replacement side marker inserts come in clear, smoked, and four factory colors, painted with quality PPG paint. All you need to do is pop out the old ones; pop in the new. No paint. No glues. No screws or clips. Ten minutes. Ten bucks. Gone in a flash at these prices, so act fast.