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The cooling system in any car is often a neglected when it comes to maintenance, by the time most owners do something about this failure has already arrived. The recommended service interval is every 2 years. Just like engine oil the additives used in coolant to keep corrosion down and maintain proper lubrication breakdown in the same way over time and milage. Reduce the cost later by keeping your cooling system healthy now, Schwaben tools make it easy to maintain.

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.

Rule #1: Use the right tool for the job. These brake system tools from Schwaben are essential for any brake system service to your German automobile. If your caliper pistons need to be simply pressed back in, or if they're threaded and require screwing back in, we've got the caliper piston tool you want. Bleeding your brakes? Our Schwaben brake bleeder wrench makes it so easy, you can even do it without having to remove your wheels! Make sure you're prepared with the right tool for the job with these brake tool essentials from Schwaben Tools.

Regular maintenance to the braking system is important for safe operation of a vehicle. Neglecting worn brake pads can become dangerous, do not risk your safety or others. When replacing your pads, check your calipers and rotors to be sure they are in good condition. ECS Tuning stocks most of your braking needs and hardware, be sure to visit the rest of braking section. Selling points for the product: Maintenance, everything included to do the pads

Springtime is here and it’s time to get your toolbox in order. For 48 hours select Schwaben Tools are on sale to help you get into gear. The Schwaben hammers are built for a lifetime of use from top quality materials. Tighten nuts and bolts like a pro with a Schwaben torque wrench. Our 1/2-inch drive is great for general purpose repairs; the 3/8-drive wrench has a 5-80 ft-lb range for smaller jobs. 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.

The weather in most areas is beginning to get nice. Don't let a busy life get in the way of your adventurous side. Rockymounts offers products to make this much needed escape as simple as loading up your bike and hitting the road to tranquility and adventure. With multiple designs and colors you can easily find the perfect mount to suit your vehicle. This isn't just a sale for bike and ski mounts, this is a sale on adventure and lasting memories.

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. Put the power in your hands with these new tools from Schwaben. Free yourself from the dealer and do more services yourself!

With the spring season right around the corner, we wanted to thank you for all of the hard work that you have put in over the winter. We have selected a handful of specialty tools from Schwaben to help get your project up and running before optimal driving weather is here. Sale Ends at 11:59 PM (EST) Friday March 2, 2018

Everyone has been in that position where there is barely enough light to get the job done right, in many cases we continue to complete the job blindly. Schwaben Underhood shop light is perfect for giving your vehicle a brighter future with its powerful LED lighting and ability to grab the hood permitting direct light to the engine bay. Looking for something a bit more handy, yet out of the way? The Schwaben droplight is perfect for always being there when you need it, but out of the way when you don't. Stop the low visibility frustrations and lighten up with Schwaben.

H&R Sport Springs are made in Germany in adherence to strict quality control guidelines - their suspension components will meet or exceed the engineering excellence displayed on the rest of your Mercedes-Benz. Featuring custom valved shocks and progressive rate springs, the Street Performance Coilover Kit lowers your car's center of gravity while improving performance and control. Another stellar offering, H&R Sport Springs will lower your Mercedes-Benz between 1.2 to 2.2 in the front and 1.0 to 2.0 in the rear, reducing body roll and improving performance.

Are you spending some quality time with your car this Valentine's Day? Equip yourself for the occasion and make the most of your plans with Schwaben Tools & ECS Garage Gear! We offer an extensive line of standard & European specialty tools for your collection, as well as high quality items to help keep your car cleaner while getting work done and improve the DIY experience for both you and your tools.

ECS tuning knows that Valentine's day represents a day of love and togetherness and we want to help. For most car nuts nothing is better than bringing your two loves together, working on your car and your significant other. The dream; getting some quality time together while turning a wrench, could be made into a date night in the garage. Already living the dream? Let Schwaben & ECS help you enjoy that quality time with specialty tools and smooth turning wrenches — The perfect torque specs for your relationship.

Schwaben Specialty tools has earned a reputation for producing exceptionally clever tools for a variety of difficult automotive projects. Their latest Wheel Essentials release contains superb examples of the Schwaben approach to premium tool design and manufacturing. The unique Protecta Socket Kit helps prevent damage during wheel installation & removal. Quickly measure bolt circle on wheels or hubs with the Schwaben Wheel Bolt Pattern Gauge. The Schwaben Low Profile Aluminum Floor Jack is loaded with design details that make this floor jack one of the best jacks on the market.

Schwaben offers an extensive line of European specialty tools as well as standard tools to your collection. It doesn't stop there, we even offer items to help keep your car cleaner while getting work done and mobility for both you and your tools. See our perfectly bundled hand tool kits that make an excellent addition to any tool box.

Snap rings can be found everywhere, especially on cars. When you come across a snap ring in your repairs often times people use methods that are either not safe or may cause damage to the snap ring or other components. Snap ring pliers make it much easier, I guess you could say it makes the job a "snap". Schwaben offers these pliers in a 5-pc kit so you're completely prepared with multiple sizes and angles.

The Schwaben 26 Pc 1/4" Dr. Metric Socket Set is perfect for starting, upgrading, or completing your tools collection. This is 1/4" drive metric kit comes with deep and shallow sockets, ratchet, extensions and more. Making this your best friend when it comes to jobs using smaller type fasteners. Featured in a durable case to make it easy to keep in the car for emergency or to just have handy since we all know how often we randomly need a tool.

Everyone has been in a situation where they are trying to use a pair of pliers but there just not enough space to work with. Schwaben realizing this issue has found a solution to most circumstances, the pistol grip locking pliers. This design allows for clearance in tighter quarters without losing the locking force required to grip on and a hammer-like release for maximum usability. Convenience in the grip of your hand.

If you're beginning to notice oil drips on the ground, a burning oil smell or smoke from underneath the hood, a leaking valve cover gasket may be the culprit. A common gasket to leak on Mercedes engines, the valve cover gasket is nothing to ignore. Don't forget to always replace the camshaft tensioner gasket at the same time as these are also prone to leaking.

There comes a time when you're working on your engine and you need a slight rotation to line up your timing, but today you're working solo. This can be a problem as it will cause you to go from the engine bay to the driver's seat until you get it right. The Schwaben Remote Starter Switch save you the unnecessary traveling by allowing you to jump your starter from the engine bay making a job once required by two a solo achievement.

Regular maintenance to the braking system is important for safe operation of a vehicle. Neglecting worn brake pads can become dangerous, do not risk your safety or others. When replacing your pads, check your calipers and rotors to be sure they are in good condition. ECS Tuning stocks most of your braking needs and hardware, be sure to visit the rest of braking section.

Lets face it, it is almost impossible to use the full amount of a gift card on a single order. Luckily, ECS has compiled a full list of items to help you squeeze everything out of that gift card. Pickup some ECS apparel to show your love and let everyone know where you shop! From phone cases to hats, t-shirts to hoodies – we got everything you could want to show off your ECS pride.

Carista is a smartphone app that allows you to diagnose, customize, and service your car. Diagnose: Check your car's health and report any stored faults. Access manufacturer-specific diagnostics, clear fault codes and reset your CEL. Customize: Personalize the behavior of your car’s windows, lights and more, with a click of a button. Service: With Carista’s DIY tools, resetting your service indicator, or checking your launch control count becomes a 1-click action. Engage: Simply plug in the Carista dongle and download the app subscription from your play store.

Keeping a vehicle nice is a year-round job, if you have to deal with cold weather and snow cleaning the outside of your vehicle in the winter is usually left to a drive thru car wash. The interior however will suffer from tracking in the elements and keeping the interior nice is important for your comfort.

City Lights LEDs add a rich, expensive look to your C-Class. They work as good as they look! Specially designed LED circuits won't throw a "bulb out" alert like lesser lighting options. Installation is simple and straightforward. Plug 'em in and replace dingy OE light with an LED glow that turns heads.

Introducing the Schwaben zippered mechanics bag, appealing and used to carry all of your needed tools on the go. Keeping the bag stylish yet durable was a big focus in the design. If you're looking for some tools to go with your new bag we've even put together three kits varying in piece count. Fitting everything in the bag for on the go or wrapping paper free.

With the weather turning for the worst be prepared and protect your car. Unimpeded, road salt and snow wreak all sorts of havoc. ECS has a variety of items to ready your ride for the cold season. Whether it be textile snow chains to ensure safe travels in the worst of conditions, or ski/snowboard mounts to get your gear to the slopes, we have the goods to get you through the Winter.

Schwaben products are characterized by simple, clever designs. Their wheel storage solutions may be the best examples of these qualities. The Schwaben Wheel Tree holds up to 275lbs and allows you to safely stack your wheels without the risk of scuffing and scratching. Convenient locking casters allow you to easily move the whole set anywhere in your garage or shop at one time. And when saving floor space is the highest priority, the Schwaben Wall-Mounted Wheel Rack allows you to securely store up to four 8½" wide wheels and tires against the wall, away from your work space.

Schwaben & ECS offer an extensive line of standard & European specialty tools for your collection, as well as high quality items to help keep your car cleaner while getting work done and improve mobility for both you and your tools.

A long time ago, we underestimated the power of the dark side.....but there was a hope, our only hope....and you'll see we've constructed a new flashlight. Our design is complete! Introducing the new Schwaben High Output Flashlight with a rigid aluminum alloy case, lanyard, an anti roll head, a 3-Watt Cree LED Lamp, and two different output settings. This is not your fathers flashlight, the quality is clear, and it comes complete with batteries, ready for battle. The dark times are no match for the power of this light! Get one now, and take your first step into a larger world.

Your Mercedes-Benz transmission is a collection of parts that must each be functionally sound for the gearbox to do its job. It follows then, logically, that when attending to a particular transmission issue, the strength of the weakest part determines the end quality of the system. For this reason, ECS offers several complete Transmission Service Kits for your Mercedes. Choose from premium ECS-assembled and genuine OEM packages - each including Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filter, Oil Pan Drain Plug and Sealing Washer, Dipstick Tube Cap Lock Pin, and Pan Gasket.