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Upgraded intakes and intercoolers are excellent mods to beat the heat, as they bring in cooler air, instead of air that has been heat soaked by the engine. The principle behind this cooler air has a higher density, thus containing more oxygen per volume unit than warmer air. Time to breath easy! We also have heat wrap, shields, and turbo blankets for any custom set up to further help cool down those high temps! Keep temps down and your performance up!

Under hood dress up is made up of caps and covers to transform your engine bay from boring to beauty. Giving your engine bay a dash of classy flare that you can be proud to open your hood and show off. Billet machined accessories dress up the engine bay, eliminating your dingy plastic caps for a high class and quality look. The result is a unified engine bay appearance better suited for showing off your ride's powerplant.

Upgraded intakes and intercoolers are excellent mods to beat the heat, as they bring in cooler air, instead of air that has been heat soaked by the engine. The principle behind this cooler air has a higher density, thus containing more oxygen per volume unit than warmer air. Time to breath easy! We also have heat wrap, shields, and turbo blankets for any custom set up to further help cool down those high temps! Keep temps down and your performance up!

Under hood dress up is made up of caps and covers to transform your engine bay from boring to beauty. Giving your engine bay a dash of classy flare that you can be proud to open your hood and show off. Add a flash of style and elegance under your hood with our direct fit ECS Tuning Carbon Fiber Engine Cover. Billet machined accessories dress up the engine bay, eliminating your dingy plastic caps for a high class and quality look. The result is a unified engine bay appearance better suited for showing off your ride's powerplant.

Upgraded intakes and intercoolers are excellent mods to beat the heat, as they bring in cooler air, instead of air that has been heat soaked by the engine. The principle behind this cooler air has a higher density, thus containing more oxygen per volume unit than warmer air. Time to breath easy! We also have heat wrap, shields, and turbo blankets for any custom set up to further help cool down those high temps! Keep temps down and your performance up!

The belly pans provided for modern Audi's have always appeared to be under-engineered, out of place, cost-cutting parts. Many enthusiasts have chosen to run their cars without this protective cover entirely. This decision, however, ignores the unfortunate reality that the belly pan protects several critical engine and drivetrain components. ECS has a much more sensible solution – The Street Shield Skid Plate features corrosion resistant, air-ventilated, 5052 lightweight aluminum, with all hardware, offering complete engine undercarriage protection.

Upgraded intakes and intercoolers are excellent mods to beat the heat, as they bring in cooler air, instead of air that has been heat soaked by the engine. The principle behind this cooler air has a higher density, thus containing more oxygen per volume unit than warmer air. Time to breath easy! We also have heat wrap, shields, and turbo blankets for any custom set up to further help cool down those high temps! Keep temps down and your performance up!

Upgraded intakes are an excellent mods to beat the heat, as they bring in cooler air, instead of air that has been heat soaked by the engine. The principle behind this cooler air has a higher density, thus containing more oxygen per volume unit than warmer air. Time to breath easy! We also have heat wrap and shields for any custom set up to further help cool down those high temps! Keep temps down and your performance up!

Auto repair professionals understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners. Too tight, and the fastener may be weakened and break. Too loose and everything just falls apart. You can tighten nuts and bolts like a pro with these torque wrenches from Schwaben, Central Tools, and GearWrench.

The belly pans provided for modern Audi's have always appeared to be under-engineered, out of place, cost-cutting parts. Many enthusiasts have chosen to run their cars without this protective cover entirely. This decision, however, ignores the unfortunate reality that the belly pan protects several critical engine and drivetrain components. ECS has a much more sensible solution – The Street Shield Skid Plate features corrosion resistant, air-ventilated, 5052 lightweight aluminum, with all hardware, offering complete engine undercarriage protection.

Improve performance and your vehicle's sound with these exhaust systems from Invidia. Their cat-back system features a 3" stainless steel construction, with titanium or rolled stainless tips. The cat-back systems are also resonated, providing a sporty exhaust note that is true to the vehicles nature. To really free up some extra power throughout the entire RPM range, bolt on their 3" high flow catalytic converter stainless steel downpipe. For performance and sound that can not be beat, bolt on Invidia.

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 or camshaft tensioner gasket may be the culprit. A common gasket to leak on Audi 2.7T 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. ECS assembled and Genuine Audi Valve Cover Gasket Sets are available depending on how thorough your valve cover job will be.

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 provide you with the Robert Bentley repair manuals and the handy Schwaben BMW/MINI Professional Scan Tool; A reliable, respected source of repair tools for your European vehicle. Diagnose it with Schwaben, then DIY with Bentley. A Worthwhile investment!

The breather hoses found on the AEB/ATW Audi engines get brittle and crack after years of service. These cracks lead to a persistent oil leak and driveability issues due to vacuum losses. ECS has assembled this complete service kit to make replacement just that much easier. Featuring the two hoses, o-ring, and new retaining clip and hose clamps, you can confidently tackle this repair without worrying about forgetting anything along the way. ECS makes it easier to keep your Audi in top running condition. Browse our maintenance sections for more model-specific service kits.

Boost-resistant PCV valve upgrade kits from ECS cure common problems caused by a failed PCV valve or hose. If you are experiencing boost loss or have multiple engine oil leaks, the old PCV valve is probably the cause. Our tough new PCV upgrade kit comes complete with the latest P-code PCV valve, a boost-resistant metal flex hose with internal check valve, and sealing gasket. The kit cures your problems while maintaining crankcase ventilation, essential for engine health.

ECS is proud to offer our aluminum products as not only a cosmetic improvement, but also addressing common durability issues within your vehicle. Aluminum pulleys are designed to solve the issue of composite stock pulley becoming weak and breaking either from road debris or simply performing service in the area. The filter housing cap and bleeder screw have also been designed as a solution to very common striping issues that can make future service a nightmare.

You spoke and ECS Tuning listened. We have received multiple concerns and requests regarding the fuel line that sits over top of the throttle body intake tube on B8 chassis 3.0T vehicles we have come up with a solution that's easy to install and offers a much cleaner engine bay appearance. The Fuel Line Relocation Kit completely replaces OEM hose part number 8T0 201 215L and utilizes new fuel line, fitted with a section of protective heat shrink wrap to limit abrasion where necessary. Installation is a breeze and a complete installation tutorial PDF is available!

Does your engine sound more like a diesel truck than a German sports car? Is the sound of marbles in a tin can all too familiar? Have you noticed a lack of low-end power as the miles have piled up? If you have a high mileage BMW model with the infamous 'VANOS', then it may be time to update and upgrade your Vanos unit with the ECS M5X Dual Vanos Rebuild Kit! Restore lost power by replacing your failed Vanos seals with the upgraded materials

The belly pans provided for modern Audi's have always appeared to be under-engineered, out of place, cost-cutting parts. Many enthusiasts have chosen to run their cars without this protective cover entirely. This decision, however, ignores the unfortunate reality that the belly pan protects several critical engine and drivetrain components. ECS has a much more sensible solution – The Street Shield Skid Plate features corrosion resistant, air-ventilated, 5052 lightweight aluminum, with all hardware, offering complete engine undercarriage protection.

The belly pans provided for modern Audi's have always appeared to be under-engineered, out of place, cost-cutting parts. Many enthusiasts have chosen to run their cars without this protective cover entirely. This decision, however, ignores the unfortunate reality that the belly pan protects several critical engine and drivetrain components. ECS has a much more sensible solution – The Street Shield Skid Plate features corrosion resistant, air-ventilated, 5052 lightweight aluminum, with all hardware, offering complete engine undercarriage protection.

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 Audi V6 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. ECS assembled and Genuine Audi Valve Cover Gasket Sets are available depending on how thorough your valve cover job will be.

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 or camshaft tensioner gasket may be the culprit. A common gasket to leak on Audi V6 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. ECS assembled and Genuine Audi Valve Cover Gasket Sets are available depending on how thorough your valve cover job will be.

Eliminate the visual obstruction of the amber reflectors on your front bumper cover with the Front Bumper Reflector Film Set. ECS Tuning has collaborated with Lamin-X for a simple and easy-to-install solution to cover the bright amber reflectors on the front bumper cover of B9 chassis vehicles. The Front Bumper Reflector Film Set includes a pair of pre-cut Gunsmoke Lamin-X film that applies directly over the front bumper reflectors to hide away the bright orange, giving your vehicle a cleaner look. A great way to give your vehicle a smoked out appearance. Peel & Stick.

If there is a leak you aren't aware of, your oil can dip to dangerous levels between oil changes. The valve cover is an extremely common place for leaks to happen. Years of exposure to extreme temperature change degrades the gaskets and causes failure. Proper service will keep all of your lubrication on your valve train instead of running down your block. Lifters and rockers will stay properly lubricated and your vehicle will not have that hot oil smell. Often difficult to pinpoint, your valve cover gasket is the first place to look when your vehicle starts to leave oil spots.

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 Audi 1.8T 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. ECS assembled and Genuine Audi Valve Cover Gasket Sets are available depending on how thorough your valve cover job will be.

Whenever pushing your car past the factory-designated limits of operation, be it through hard driving or performance modifications, adequate engine cooling should always be a high concern. In fact, improving performance by increasing engine work is only possible when engine temperatures are kept within a reasonable range. The Mishimoto Performance Radiator is capable of a 30% increase in cooling capacity due to a fully-brazed, two-row aluminum core that's 25% thicker than stock. The direct-fit radiator also uses CNC-machined quick-disconnect fittings for perfect fitment.

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 provide you with the Robert Bentley repair manuals and the handy Schwaben BMW/MINI Professional Scan Tool; A reliable, respected source of repair tools for your European vehicle. Diagnose it with Schwaben, then DIY with Bentley. A Worthwhile investment!

Improve performance and your vehicle's sound with this cat-back exhaust system from Invidia. This cat-back features 2.36" stainless steel construction, with dual titanium or rolled stainless tips. This cat-back is also resonated which will give you extra performance without being too loud. Known in the MINI Performance market, Invidia has been there in the beginning of the Gen 1 MINI Coopers, which an exhaust sound that is true to the vehicles nature. Now available for your Gen 3 MINI Cooper.

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 complete Transmission Service Kits for your Mercedes-Benz. Choose from premium ECS-assembled and genuine OEM packages - each including Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filter, Oil Pan Drain Plug and Sealing Washer, and Pan Gasket.

The throttle body actuator is commonly prone to failure and each engine contains two, one for each cylinder head. Having this fixed by the dealership is very costly, so we offer the part at a better price and give you the option to let your trusted mechanic get the job done for you at lower cost and have you back on the road. *2 required per vehicle, one per bank, replaceable individually.