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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.

Why use wheel studs instead of wheel bolts? When removing and installing wheels that utilize the factory wheel bolts the process can be frustrating, holding the wheel up with your legs, lining up the holes, and threading the bolts all at the same time. Wheel studs also allow the use of varying length wheel spacers - a highly convenient feature for those that anticipate using different spacer size setups in the future. Conical (factory fitment) seat lug nuts are available for a maximum of 10mm, 20mm, or 30mm wheel spacer use.

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.

Make night time, the right time. Let your MINI look great after hours with new LED lighting upgrades from Ziza. Light a little; light a lot. These led bulbs replace the standard halogen bulbs and clean up the exterior by removing that yellowish dull bulb appearance. These LEDs are as easy to install as standard bulbs. Their improved illumination and upscale look will be a welcome addition to any exterior.

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.

We've all found ourselves using highly "creative" methods for separating removing parts in the midst of an intense project. Some methods do work... but usually at the expense of personal injury and a few broken or damaged parts. So why not start with the right tool? The Exhaust Hanger Removal Tool has a slim profile for work in tight areas, easily pulling off hangers. Then cut exhaust pipes with ease in tight areas with the professional grade Exhaust Pipe Cutter.

Carista is a smartphone app that allows you to diagnose, customize, and service your vehicle. 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.

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!

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.

These sets of AC Schnitzer, Alzor, 3SDM, Enkei, fifteen52, HRE, Vorsteiner, and NM Engineering wheels will not only change the look of your vehicle, but also capture the attention of others. The multi-classic to modern styles wheels will give your car a sleek appearance that will keep people looking as you pass. Designed to bolt right up to your car, these wheels fit without any hassle. 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.

Make night time, the right time. Let your MINI 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, or reverse lights. Or grab all three to complete the interior/exterior rear lighting package and banish dirty yellow light from your MINI, once and for all. These LEDs are as easy to install as standard bulbs. Their improved illumination and upscale look will be a welcome addition to any interior/exterior.

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!

Sharpened handling. Increased agility. Tactile responsiveness. A feeling of being one with car and road. Replacing stock bushings with Powerflex polyurethane components will deliver all that and more. ECS is proud to carry the Powerflex brand of performance bushings. Powerflex is a world-renowned name in high-performance products, and they manufacture an array of quality suspension and chassis components. From subframe mounts to control arm and sway bar bushings and more, nothing overpowers the Powerflex catalog and their reputation for durability and quality.

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!

It all starts with the essentials - Do it right, or do it twice. ECS Essentials are a special blend of drivetrain and styling upgrades designed to fine tune and enhance the performance of your MINI. The ECS Wheel Spacer Kitt lets you push the wheels out for a more flush fit or for the wheels to clear a big brake kit. Improve the stock brake rotor screws that rust and tend to stick making the next time you change the brakes/rotors a complicated job. Build it better, build it stronger, build it with ECS.

ECS now supplies one of the top Performance Intake Systems available for your F56+ MINI Cooper. This intake with a Pipercross performance foam filter has been proven to increase air intake volume while enhancing the induction sound of your engine. More air available means more potential power. It's for this simple reason that an easy-to-install performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades for your MINI.

The importance of your cabin air quality is an often overlooked maintenance requirement. Just like your engine needs clean and fresh air to perform properly, you need to breathe uncontaminated air in order to maintain your focus and concentration behind the wheel! MANN-FILTER cabin air filters are incredibly high-quality. With their overwhelming success in performance engine air filters, oil filters, and more, MANN-FILTERS is a well-trusted source of filtration equipment. Make sure you choose quality when it comes to your air! Choose MANN-FILTERS for your MINI.

2017 was a fast-paced year of exciting new developments for performance upgrades designed to improve the feel of your MINI. All our new accessories can be traced back to support from you, our loyal community. with your input and enthusiasm, we have been able to provide quality parts MINI enthusiasts and will continue to do so moving into 2018. We would like to say Happy New Year to all of you for helping us make these upgrades, and wish you all the very best this year! So grab some new parts, and start making something incredible.

Modern day emission regulations require the use of a closed PCV / Breather system to recirculate combustion blow-by gases for cleaner operation and to reduce greenhouse gases. However, due to inefficient capturing of oil particles within the air charge, a dense amount of oil vapor is allowed to be ingested within the intake tract causing deposits of carbon buildup at the intake ports, back of intake valves and oil deposits within the intake plumbing. All will eventually lead to poor performance, reduced fuel economy and a decreasing octane rating.

ECS has tons of options for surprising the enthusiasts in your life this Christmas. With gift options up to $100, you can even get something for that hard to shop for family member you know they will love! Bring home the stuff they really want this Holiday season with ECS Gift Ideas!

ECS has tons of options for surprising the enthusiasts in your life this Christmas. With gift options under $50, you can bring some ECS gifts to that secret Santa requirement at your Car Club Christmas party! Get the best gifts without breaking the bank. Bring home the stuff they really want this Holiday season with ECS Gift Ideas!

These are all-in-one kits that take the guesswork out of what you really need to keep your MINI performing at its best. From full Brake Fluid Flush Kits, Oil Service Kits, to a Vinyl Wrap Install Kit. Specifically put together by ECS Tuning specialists, Assembled by ECS kits give you the peace of mind that the job is complete.

We have selected handfuls of products to feature and reduced their price for this one time sale. Deals like this go quick, so act soon or risk missing out.

Alzor Wheels are made specifically for your MINI 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 MINI fitment to the standards you always wanted. Now, ALL Alzor Wheels are 25% OFF! Buy 3, get 1 FREE!

When will you have the chance again to say you bought a brand new A3 for $50? We don't know when the next chance will be but we can tell you that right now every $50 you spend enters you for a chance to win the ECS Tuning A3 which we have extensively modified with a host of top notch sponsors to create the ultimate A3. Get as many entries as you can for the best chance to win! The deadline is Nov 3, so hurry up and secure your victory!

We have selected handfuls of products to feature and reduced their price for this one time sale. Deals like this go quick, so act soon or risk missing out.

Automotive electrical work demands patience, knowledge, & above all else, the correct tools. European car owners oftentimes find themselves using ineffective, dangerous, & cumbersome methods when repairing or replacing wiring harness connectors. Schwaben's latest release, the European Car Electrical Terminal Tool Kit, gives enthusiasts the exact tools required for bullet connectors, common ABS sensor and power connectors, trailer light plugs, and more. Extend harness life, ensure proper diagnostic equipment connectivity, and preserve wiring harness life with this superb release.

Modern-day emission regulations require the use of a closed PCV/Breather system to recirculate combustion blow-by gases for cleaner operation and to reduce greenhouse gases. However, due to inefficient capturing of oil particles within the air charge, a dense amount of oil vapor is allowed to be ingested within the intake tract causing deposits of carbon buildup at the intake ports, back of intake valves and oil deposits within the intake plumbing. All will eventually lead to poor performance, reduced fuel economy and a decreasing octane rating.

If you have ever been halfway into a DIY and realized you are missing a specific tool, then you know how frustrating not having the correct tool for the job can be. Even worse is having one that doesn't do the job correctly! Our Schwaben Hand Tools are there to help you finish the job the right way the first time. Don't get caught without the right equipment: save on your Schwaben Hand Tools now with our Partstoberfest Sale!

While changing your own oil gives you the confidence of knowing your vehicle and how to address its basic needs, using inappropriate parts and fluids will soon prove to be counterproductive and damaging. The wisest and most thorough approach is to invest in a complete Oil Service Kit. ECS-assembled and genuine MINI Oil Service Kits have been scrutinized by our in-house engineers so you can back up that confidence of having done the job on your own.