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Lowering your vehicle provides several proven advantages in handling performance. Many enthusiasts, however, ignore the issue of disadvantageous suspension geometry changes resulting from a lower ride height. Chief among these harmful effects are unwanted changes in camber angle. In order to maintain a consistent, performance-enhancing tire contact patch, the ability to control the camber angle is critical. ECS Adjustable Rear Control Arms allow for over 8 degrees of adjustment. Street & track enthusiasts will appreciate this needed measure of adjustability.

The MK6 Jetta GLI has become one of the most popular Volkswagens to upgrade, tune, and personalize. With a plethora of options available, how do you choose what to do next? Each of the following parts have become extremely popular by fixing, fine tuning, or enhancing the performance and appearance of your VW. Pick one as a weekend project. Call a pal and bolt one on.

Extra, Extra! Read all about it! Mercedes owners, this is the front page news you've been waiting for! If you have an M272 or M273 engine, you may be familiar with the poor idle, loss of power, and check engine light that can be caused by a broken swirl flap lever. You may also know it's a very expensive repair, but save your money! ECS Tuning has the solution! Now available: A heavy duty swirl flap lever repair kit, complete with a heavy duty actuator and aluminum lever. You'll never have to buy an expensive manifold again, and the low cost of this kit will stop the presses!

ECS Tuning proudly introduces our line of premium, corrosion-resistant rotors: GEOMET®. GEOMET® is a special coating containing metal oxides, zinc, and aluminum flakes, sprayed over the entire rotor surface to ensure complete coverage, and baked on at 600 degrees to form a durable and attractive silver-gray finish that fights rust far better than paints or other conventional coatings. You can expect your new GEOMET® rotors to outperform and outlast stock rotors, and look great behind your alloy wheels.

ECS Tuning proudly introduces our line of premium, corrosion-resistant rotors: GEOMET®. GEOMET® is a special coating containing metal oxides, zinc, and aluminum flakes, sprayed over the entire rotor surface to ensure complete coverage, and baked on at 600 degrees to form a durable and attractive silver-gray finish that fights rust far better than paints or other conventional coatings. You can expect your new GEOMET® rotors to outperform and outlast stock rotors, and look great behind your alloy wheels.

Looking to add some style to the rear of your B8 A4? Our new ECS Tuning Carbon Fiber Trunk Spoiler will add an element of elegance and performance-oriented style to your Audi. Constructed of sleek carbon fiber and coated in a glossy protective finish, this piece will contour perfectly to your deck lid. Installation? Child's play! There are no holes to drill or messy glue to deal with. Installs in seconds with any over the counter automotive-spec acrylic double sided tape.

Most 335 N54 owners are taking advantage of finally having an engine worthy of modifications from BMW. Start by getting rid of the weak stock diverter valves and upgrade to an ECS blow off valve kit to handle all boost levels reliably. Next ad the Snow Performance methanol injection kit. The combination of these two kits is a must have, offering a place to tap in through the BOV for better disbursement of the injection. The pressurized mixture blasts your intake manifold with cooler air and increased octane levels. Snow Performance is now a supplier of BMW AG & the M4 GTS.

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.

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 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.

Extra, Extra! Read all about it! Mercedes owners, this is the front page news you've been waiting for! If you have an M272 or M273 engine, you may be familiar with the poor idle, loss of power, and check engine light that can be caused by a broken swirl flap lever. You may also know it's a very expensive repair, but save your money! ECS Tuning has the solution! Now available: A heavy duty swirl flap lever repair kit, complete with a heavy duty actuator and aluminum lever. You'll never have to buy an expensive manifold again, and the low cost of this kit will stop the presses!

The problem is widespread and chronic: cam followers for the high pressure fuel pump in FSI engines are prone to wear. Savvy FSI owners periodically pull the pump and check the follower to avoid costly fuel pump and camshaft damage. Symptoms of a failing cam follower include loss of power, rough running, and an illuminated check engine light. To help you understand and mitigate the problem, we've put together a photo tutorial that demonstrates how to inspect and replace your cam follower. Use it with our handy repair kit to keep your FSI running strong.

There's no other car like it. The acceleration, the sound, the handling, the braking. Of course, we're talking about a Porsche 911. They're second to none, so when it comes to improving performance, only the best will do. That's where our new ECS Tuning Two-piece 330mm rotors steal the show! Reduced unsprung weight and increased cooling are what these are all about, and they'll give you the edge in every category, including durability. The options: Cross drilled and slotted semi floating hat, or slotted, full floating hat. Either way, the choice is simple when you get the best!

The problem is widespread and chronic: cam followers for the high pressure fuel pump in FSI engines are prone to wear. Savvy FSI owners periodically pull the pump and check the follower to avoid costly fuel pump and camshaft damage. Symptoms of a failing cam follower include loss of power, rough running, and an illuminated check engine light. To help you understand and mitigate the problem, we've put together a photo tutorial that demonstrates how to inspect and replace your cam follower. Use it with our handy repair kit to keep your FSI running strong.

Get the best floor mats available for all-weather protection to endure the harshest conditions from WeatherTech and Genuine VW. Deep grooved mats hold anything that mother nature can throw at them. Snow, slush, dirt, and debris are hidden away and kept from underneath your feet. WeatherTech mats, available in tan, black, or gray complement virtually any interior color while preserving your interior to keep it looking new.

The problem is widespread and chronic: cam followers for the high pressure fuel pump in FSI engines are prone to wear. Savvy FSI owners periodically pull the pump and check the follower to avoid costly fuel pump and camshaft damage. Symptoms of a failing cam follower include loss of power, rough running, and an illuminated check engine light. To help you understand and mitigate the problem, we've put together a photo tutorial that demonstrates how to inspect and replace your cam follower. Use it with our handy repair kit to keep your FSI running strong.

If you are looking to add some aggression to your vehicle, these rear spoilers are perfect for your VW. Made from high quality carbon fiber, the ECS spoiler will surely make your car stand out in the crowd. The Bremmen rear spoiler was modeled after the spoiler found on the R32. It will look brilliant, as if that spoiler was in place when your car left the factory. Add some Bora R style to your MK4 with these new Bremmen side skirts. Whether you’re looking to expand on your Bora R look, or are just beginning the transformation, these skirts are the perfect choice.

Here are some frictional characters you can believe in. ECS Tuning clutch kits let you restore the smooth clutch operation and performance you expect from your manual transmission. Knowing that one size can't possibly fit all, we've gone out of our way to give you the choices you want. From single mass flywheel conversions that replace your failure prone dual mass flywheel to all out performance upgrades rated at 600+ ft/lbs. you're sure to find the clutch kit that suits your needs, and exceeds your expectations. If your clutch has swapped grip for slip, order soon.

If your 987's braking performance does not inspire confidence like it used to, it is in need of a brake system service. ECS has compiled complete Brake Service Kits for the 987 that make your DIY brake service straightforward and trouble-free. Featuring OE-quality rotors, pads, pad sensors, and hardware, we've taken the guesswork out of component selection. Simple. Click on the appropriate kit for your braking needs and we'll ship it right to your door. A straightforward installation and voila, world-famous Porsche braking performance restored!

Innovative flywheel options are now available to Audi B8 2.0T owners. The ECS engineered Lightweight Flywheel weighs in at 17.8lbs versus the factory 26.5lb - a staggering 8.7lbs of weight savings. A decreased mass means a lower moment of inertia, allowing your engine to rev much more quickly - improving acceleration. Heat treated and black zinc plated for corrosion resistance and durability, the ECS unit is a model of engineering precision. Multiple complete clutch kits are also available, with torque ratings ranging from 320ft/lbs to 440ft/lbs.

Innovative flywheel options are now available to Audi B8 2.0T owners. The ECS engineered Lightweight Flywheel weighs in at 17.8lbs versus the factory 26.5lb - a staggering 8.7lbs of weight savings. A decreased mass means a lower moment of inertia, allowing your engine to rev much more quickly - improving acceleration. Heat treated and black zinc plated for corrosion resistance and durability, the ECS unit is a model of engineering precision. Multiple complete clutch kits are also available, with torque ratings ranging from 320ft/lbs to 440ft/lbs.

ECS engineers have created a performance clutch kit designed with the enthusiast in mind, meaning you get all the benefits of a single mass flywheel without the drawbacks. The stock dual mass flywheel is designed using the weight to smooth out the clutch engagement which means in most cases going to a single mass they develop a chatter and hard shifting. ECS has found a way to keep that smooth feeling and gain the enhancements in response, the quality any daily driver would want. Kits have been designed with Hardened 4140 chromoly steel for an excellent feel and wear resistance.

An innovative new flywheel option is now available to Audi B8 S4 owners. The ECS engineered Lightweight Flywheel weighs in at 18.3 lbs versus the factory 29.8lb - a staggering 11.5lbs of weight savings. A decreased mass means a lower moment of inertia, allowing your engine to rev much more quickly - improving acceleration. Heat treated and black zinc plated for corrosion resistance and durability, the ECS unit is a model of engineering precision. For a complete swap, we’ve paired our flywheel with South Bend stage 1 or 2 clutch kits for a considerable performance solution.

An innovative new flywheel option is now available to Audi B8 S4 owners. The ECS engineered Lightweight Flywheel weighs in at 18.3 lbs versus the factory 29.8lb - a staggering 11.5lbs of weight savings. A decreased mass means a lower moment of inertia, allowing your engine to rev much more quickly - improving acceleration. Heat treated and black zinc plated for corrosion resistance and durability, the ECS unit is a model of engineering precision. For a complete swap, we’ve paired our flywheel with South Bend stage 1 or 2 clutch kits for a considerable performance solution.

Here are some frictional characters you can believe in. ECS Tuning clutch kits let you restore the smooth clutch operation and performance you expect from your manual transmission. Knowing that one size can't possibly fit all, we've gone out of our way to give you the choices you want. From single mass flywheel conversions that replace your failure prone dual mass flywheel to all out performance upgrades rated at 600+ ft/lbs. you're sure to find the clutch kit that suits your needs, and exceeds your expectations. If your clutch has swapped grip for slip, order soon.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization makes today's South Bend products incredibly refined. Three stages & three driving styles are accommodated for, allowing you to carefully choose the exact clutch for your needs. The torque requirements of daily drivers, track or drift cars, high-powered street cars, & dedicated race cars are covered by 400 ft/lbs. and 600+ ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

Here are some frictional characters you can believe in. ECS Tuning clutch kits let you restore the smooth clutch operation and performance you expect from your manual transmission. Knowing that one size can't possibly fit all, we've gone out of our way to give you the choices you want. From single mass flywheel conversions that replace your failure prone dual mass flywheel to all out performance upgrades rated at 600+ ft/lbs. you're sure to find the clutch kit that suits your needs, and exceeds your expectations. If your clutch has swapped grip for slip, order soon.

Extra, Extra! Read all about it! Mercedes owners, this is the front page news you've been waiting for! If you have an M272 or M273 engine, you may be familiar with the poor idle, loss of power, and check engine light that can be caused by a broken swirl flap lever. You may also know it's a very expensive repair, but save your money! ECS Tuning has the solution! Now available: A heavy duty swirl flap lever repair kit, complete with a heavy duty actuator and aluminum lever. You'll never have to buy an expensive manifold again, and the low cost of this kit will stop the presses!

Put the metal to your pedals with trim kits from ECS Tuning. We have complete ECS brand pedal kits for manual and automatic transmission cars, in bodacious brushed stainless steel. These pedals give a sporty brushed stainless finish for superior corrosion resistance while still providing a rubber traction surface. Choose between ECS or Bremmen for the perfect match and style.

There's no other car like it. The acceleration, the sound, the handling, the braking. Of course, we're talking about a Porsche 911. They're second to none, so when it comes to improving performance, only the best will do. That's where our new ECS Tuning Two-piece 330mm rotors steal the show! Reduced unsprung weight and increased cooling are what these are all about, and they'll give you the edge in every category, including durability. The options: Cross drilled and slotted semi floating hat, or slotted, full floating hat. Either way, the choice is simple when you get the best!

When you own a BMW there is a lot to take pride in, the styling, power, and driving experience. What you don't want to happen is someone tampering with that pride. This is the reason we developed our own style of locking wheel bolts, so you don't ever come out to you wheels missing. Designed similar to the stock wheel bolts and black zinc coated, to add security without tampering with the look of your BMW.