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GEOMET® premium brake rotors start with quality materials and precision ECS machining. That would be enough for most of us, but it is only the beginning. To prevent brake pad deposits for better braking, select a slotted ECS GEOMET® rotor. Slotting cleans the pads by moving water, gases, and contaminants away from the pad/rotor contact surface. To prevent rust pitting and corrosion damage, ECS GEOMET® rotors are bathed in a special water-based solution, then heated to cure the coating and remove all oil residue remaining from the manufacturing process.

There are many components in the precisely engineered suspension on your Mercedes-Benz & some of the most important parts are the thrust arms, control arms and camber struts. All of these work together to tie the rear spindle to vehicle chassis, while keeping the alignment angles in check. Over time, these parts and their bushings can become worn from constant fatigue and exposure to the elements. ECS assembled, Genuine OEM, and aftermarket kits include everything you need to replace all the rear thrust arms, control arms and camber struts.

Give your B5 A4 1.8T the clutch it deserves. We've assembled three very special clutch packages built around the ECS Tuning RA4 lightweight flywheel. Mate our new, low mass flywheel to a bigger 240mm clutch. Choose S4, RS4, or Clutch Masters RS4 clutch kits for a smooth, powerful clutch/flywheel package that revs faster but won't forget its manners in traffic. No modifications required. Bolt them on and go, with complete kits that include everything you need, right down to fresh bolts and a clutch alignment tool.

Light on weight. Long on looks. The new ECS Tuning Engineered 2-Piece front brake rotors combine the natural advantages of a cast iron braking surface with the weight savings and rapid heat dissipation of an aluminum hat. Cast iron-gray and durable matte black hats create an eye-catching contrast that accents painted calipers behind open-faced alloy wheels. These beauties have all the extras: black anodized hats, cross-drilled and slotted brake faces, and unlike OEM, directionally vaned rotors for better cooling and heat dissipation over stock.

Don't let a tough project stop you in your tracks! Get the right tool for the job with Schwaben Hand Tools from ECS. Tools you can depend on, designed to put the DIY power in your hands, and ready to tackle general and specific jobs, Schwaben Tools are ready to make themselves at home in your garage.

Porsche determined that the S model variants required the extra cooling capacity of a three-radiator system. These vehicles can therefore be driven at the limit for longer periods of time, and are more reliable as performance cars. ECS-assembled and genuine Porsche Center Radiator Kits are now available for the Porsche 986 Boxster 2.5/2.7L, giving you the engine protection and performance of the factory-upgraded cooling arrangement. Both kits include all parts needed for a thorough upgrade, including a center radiator, front bump.

Looking to improve your vehicle's handling characteristics without spending massive amounts of money? If so, this new ECS Strut Tower Brace is perfect for you. A strut brace is designed to reduce strut tower flex by tying two parallel strut towers together. This transmits the load of each strut tower during cornering, resulting in reduced chassis flex. The show-quality brace mounts to your VW with quality stainless steel hardware. With only 4 bolts holding it in place, it's an easy install. After installation, you'll instantly notice the increased chassis rigidity.

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-Compliant tailored hoses come with OE attachment fittings and sealing washers

Give your B6 A4 1.8T the clutch it deserves. We've assembled three very special clutch packages built around the ECS Tuning RA4 lightweight flywheel. Mate our new, low mass flywheel to a bigger 240mm clutch. Choose S4, RS4, or Clutch Masters RS4 clutch kits for a smooth, powerful clutch/flywheel package that revs faster but won't forget its manners in traffic. No modifications required. Bolt them on and go, with complete kits that include everything you need, right down to fresh bolts and a clutch alignment tool.

There are many components in the precisely engineered suspension on your Mercedes-Benz & some of the most important parts are the thrust arms, control arms and camber struts. All of these work together to tie the rear spindle to vehicle chassis, while keeping the alignment angles in check. Over time, these parts and their bushings can become worn from constant fatigue and exposure to the elements. ECS assembled, Genuine OEM, and aftermarket kits include everything you need to replace all the rear thrust arms, control arms and camber struts.

Get in touch with your bad self. You know how to drive a stick, so why not stick a fork in that marshmallow self-adjusting pressure plate. Why not go with a conventional disc, mated to a single mass flywheel. Our Valeo single mass flywheel clutch conversion kit takes your Audi back to its roots as a bare-knuckled brawler. The non-adjustable pressure plate puts you in touch with the clutch, restoring a crisp, responsive feel. The single mass flywheel costs less than a dual mass, and can be resurfaced in the future to extend its service life. You'll feel the difference.

Take the danger and aggravation out of lifting your TT with the ECS Tuning Jack Pad Adapter Kit. Designed to fit the head of a standard floor jack, the adapter has a round head that firmly engages the chassis jack pads. Positive engagement at jack head and chassis resists jack slippage and shifting, while the raised adapter head prevents damage to rocker panel trim and underbody panels. Made of black anodized aluminum for added strength and corrosion resistance, the adapter fits the head of most hydraulic floor jacks, including the Schwaben Low Boy.

Be bold. Bodacious! Bolt on beautiful European tail light kits for a look that makes your F56/F55+ MINI Cooper turn heads. Noted by the amber color center turn signal, the US versions contain an all red appearance. The kit includes a complete set of two light assemblies: each mounts in the exact location of the US lights. No special wiring. No coding or special switches needed. Plug. Play. These exact fit, high quality lights install easily with common hand tools.

Make use of wasted space! Install our bumper grille fog light kits in place of those dummy plastic factory grilles. Add great looks and improve lighting at the same time. These fog light kits come with all the good stuff for a simple plug and play mod. Add a euro switch to complement your new upgrade!

Transmission fluid and filter changes remove harmful dirt and metallic particles to head off automatic transmission failures and expensive repairs. A fresh filter with new fluid renews and improves shift quality and performance, while new gaskets resist corrosion and seal off critical components. ECS-assembled and Genuine Porsche Auto Transmission Service Kits are available. Both kits include a new transmission filter and o-ring, pan gasket, filler plug and seal, drain plug and seal, and 9 quarts of transmission fluid for a complete fluid change.

A critical component within the drivetrain that serves as a vibration and torsion damper, the flex joint bolted between the transmission output shaft and the driveshaft can wear significantly over time. When the unit fails, damage to the underside of the car is unavoidable, and will certainly immobilize the vehicle. Replacing the propeller shaft flex joint not only protects you from this disastrous prospect, but also greatly reduces driveline noise and harshness.

Pop the hood to show off gorgeous carbon fiber, not dull plastic. Each ECS Carbon Fiber Engine Cover features a high gloss gel-coat finish on hand-laid carbon fiber and a reinforced fiberglass back. Designed by and produced exclusively for ECS Tuning, we can attest to the quality and fitment of these elegant Carbon Fiber Engine Covers. When you pop your hood, be sure what's underneath is worth looking at. ECS Carbon Fiber Covers make it so, with acres of gorgeous carbon fiber.

Keep your boost inside the intake, where it belongs. Cure common driveability concerns with this stronger, more durable 710N valve. Diverter valves live in a tough neighborhood. By definition, they limit turbo boost, and most eventually fail due to a pin-hole or tear in the valve diaphragm. The 710N Valve is a diaphragm-based, factory upgrade for a lot of applications. The 710N valve was originally found on the TT225, and is known to have a tougher internal diaphragm that can withstand higher boost levels.

The E60 5 Series represented a distinct departure from many traditional BMW design and engineering values, drawing simultaneous controversy and praise from owners and critics alike. Much of the change, however, was indisputably innovative and technologically superior. The throws on this generation's manual transmission are shorter and more accurate, a welcomed improvement over the outgoing E39's shifter feel. ECS has assembled a complete Short Shift Kit, including the perfectly weighted ZHP 6-speed shift knob and the ECS-engineered Teflon shifter bushing.

The combustion event inside the cylinder must be carefully controlled to realize maximum power and efficiency. Upgrade to the 2.0T ignition coils to ensure your fuel mixture burns rapidly, thoroughly, and reliably, while enhancing the beauty of your engine bay. The stage I ECS Kit includes everything needed for the conversion: stainless steel hardware and a 2.0T Coil Pack Conversion Plate (3 color options). The stage II Kit adds aluminum Coil Pack Hold Downs (3 color options) to keep pressure on the coil pack—a simple and attractive solution to coils popping out of location.

Whether you need to replace your grille or you simply want to stand out from the others we have the right grille for you. From the subtle solid black to the bold Tri Color stripped we have you covered. Tough as they are good looking, these grilles are made of rugged ABS plastic that won't chip or peel like chromed or painted versions. This is an easy upgrade: no special tools are needed. Just snap them in place and go turn heads.

There are many components in the precisely engineered suspension on your Mercedes-Benz & some of the most important parts are the thrust arms, control arms and camber struts. All of these work together to tie the rear spindle to vehicle chassis, while keeping the alignment angles in check. Over time, these parts and their bushings can become worn from constant fatigue and exposure to the elements. ECS assembled, Genuine OEM, and aftermarket kits include everything you need to replace all the rear thrust arms, control arms and camber struts.

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.

There are many components in the precisely engineered suspension on your Mercedes-Benz & some of the most important parts are the thrust arms, control arms and camber struts. All of these work together to tie the rear spindle to vehicle chassis, while keeping the alignment angles in check. Over time, these parts and their bushings can become worn from constant fatigue and exposure to the elements. ECS assembled, Genuine OEM, and aftermarket kits include everything you need to replace all the rear thrust arms, control arms and camber struts.

When it comes to hydraulic lines whether it's brake or clutch lines they can both suffer from the same fatigue. By upgrading to an Exact-Fit Stainless Steel line you're upgrading strength & reliability. These lines have a much higher resistance to expansion and rupture. With the Exact-Fit lines you're ensuring a firmer, more direct pedal feel that's meant to last.

The modern closed PCV/Breather system is intended to recirculate combustion blow-by gases for cleaner operation and to reduce greenhouse gases. An unfortunate consequence of this system is the ingestion of oil vapor and carbon, leaving harmful deposits on a vehicle's intake valves and ports, resulting in an unreliable air/fuel ratio, lost compression, and decreased power. The Mishimoto Baffled Oil Catch Can is a bolt on design engineered to reduce carbon build up, by improving oil/air separation restoring engine efficiency and power.

Looking to make more power from your Audi/VW but afraid of melting your factory clutch with the added power? Dreading the large expense and harsh driving of most aftermarket clutch kits? At ECS we felt the same pain and decided to carry on our legacy of designing top quality, easy to drive clutch kits, now available for your Audi or VW 2.0T platform 6spd vehicles. Our kit is in-house engineered to reliably hold 400 ft/lbs of crank torque with specifically selected components for performance and daily driving, while retaining easy commuting characteristics and enthusiast-minded feel!

When the going gets tough sometimes the only tool you want is a good hammer. The Schwaben hammers are built for a lifetime of use from top quality materials. The Ball Peen hammers feature a drop forged steel heads and ergonomic handles giving you accurate striking punches and chisels. The 36-oz Dead Blow hammer is designed with steel shot inside head, delivering a stronger force and at the same time prevents any rebound. For when maximum force is needed with minimal rebound.

Electronically monitored oil level on newer Audi's sounds like a great idea in theory, but what if you want to manually check your oil level? ECS Tuning has recognized this issue and designed our Billet Engine Oil Dipsticks to not only provide you with a more dependable option, but also an attractive addition to your engine bay. 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum handles are finished in two color choices (Polished & Black Anodized), and feature a stainless steel bullet shaped indicator designed to match up with the OEM specified 'Low' and 'Full' oil level marks on the dealership special tool

Electronically monitored oil level on newer Audi's sounds like a great idea in theory, but what if you want to manually check your oil level? ECS Tuning has recognized this issue and designed our Billet Engine Oil Dipsticks to not only provide you with a more dependable option, but also an attractive addition to your engine bay. 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum handles are finished in two color choices (Polished & Black Anodized), and feature a stainless steel bullet shaped indicator designed to match up with the OEM specified 'Low' and 'Full' oil level marks on the dealership special tool.