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Modern roads are not very modern in terms of their quality, as they are littered with holes, asphalt debris and other elements that can fling up and damage the underside of your vehicle. If you want to give your Volkswagen it's own bulletproof vest, pick up these Steel Skid Plates for the MKIV. The stock plastic belly pan did little to protect the underside of your car. It served its function but, let's face it, an underside plate should do more than that. These plates will offer more protection, quality ventilation and no affect on your performance.

Ride height too tall? Looking for the perfect set of coilovers? This premium entry level, budget-minded coilover system from Solo-Werks will get you there. These S1 coilovers are fully height adjustable with fixed rate shock damping. Superb corrosion resistance features heavy gold zinc plated housings, new progressive elastomer bump stops, and silver spring perches with double lock ring design. All Solo-Werks S1 coilovers come with a 3 year limited warranty.

Ride height too tall? Looking for the perfect set of coilovers? This premium entry level, budget-minded coilover system from Solo-Werks will get you there. These S1 coilovers are fully height adjustable with fixed rate shock damping. Superb corrosion resistance features heavy gold zinc plated housings, new progressive elastomer bump stops, and silver spring perches with double lock ring design. All Solo-Werks S1 coilovers come with a 3 year limited warranty.

Ride height too tall? Looking for the perfect set of coilovers? This premium entry level, budget-minded coilover system from Solo-Werks will get you there. These S1 coilovers are fully height adjustable with fixed rate shock damping. Superb corrosion resistance features heavy gold zinc plated housings, new progressive elastomer bump stops, and silver spring perches with double lock ring design. All Solo-Werks S1 coilovers come with a 3 year limited warranty.

Ride height too tall? Looking for the perfect set of coilovers? This premium entry level, budget-minded coilover system from Solo-Werks will get you there. These S1 coilovers are fully height adjustable with fixed rate shock damping. Superb corrosion resistance features heavy gold zinc plated housings, new progressive elastomer bump stops, and silver spring perches with double lock ring design. All Solo-Werks S1 coilovers come with a 3 year limited warranty.

You won't believe the difference an LED lighting package makes in your car until you see it with your own eyes. LED illumination is a far brighter and friendlier light - crisp and clean, especially when compared to the dingy yellow glow you get from conventional filament style bulbs. Now you can do a complete LED conversion using our Gen2 R57 Mini LED Interior Lighting Kit. All the LEDs required for a total lighting upgrade are included. No need for guesswork or complicated ordering of individual bulbs.

Why settle for stock? ECS Performance Essentials are a special blend of drivetrain, intake, and brake upgrades designed to pick up where the factory left off. Each is designed to fine tune or enhance the performance of your VW MKIV Jetta 2.0L. The ECS XAS Cold Air Intake System allows your engine to make more power by eliminating the restrictive characteristics of the factory system. Lightweight Crank Pulleys free up hidden power, while polyurethane bushings tighten up your suspension for more predictable and precise handling.

High-performance engines come equipped with a range of advanced components to sustain the higher operating temperatures that result from extended high-rpm driving. The Mercedes-Benz W251 is fitted with an oil cooler to keep engine lubrication consistent and adequate. However, this convenient feature can become a nuisance when the oil cooler seals crack and become brittle due to sustained exposure to heat. ECS assembled and Genuine Mercedes-Benz Oil Cooler Seal Kits include all seals and hardware to restore your engine's oil cooler operation to factory.

Keep dust, dirt and other elements off your car during indoor storage with the new single-layer nylon universal car cover from FK. Blue sides and black and white checkered center gives your car great looks, even when you can't see it. This particular cover is intended for indoor use, and uses high-quality materials for exceptional protection of your Porsche.

The symptoms are annoying. The costs can be painful. DISA valves control intake manifold runner length to improve engine performance at different rpm. When they fail, the DISA valve bangs around in its housing, making a rattling noise accompanied by rough idle and off-idle hesitation. If your BMW experiences these symptoms, don't wait to fix it. In some cases, parts of the DISA--including a metal spreader pin--can be sucked into your engine, causing serious engine damage. Easy to replace, your new DISA screws to the side of the intake and comes with pre-installed sealing gasket.

Get everything you need for an oil change in one convenient all inclusive kit from ECS Tuning. With Premium engine oil specifically designed for your VW, you won't have to worry about inferior oils failing prematurely. Each service kit includes an oil filter, 6 quarts of Premium engine oil, and an oil drain plug with washer. Select kits upgrade your easily cracked or stripped plastic filter housing for a durable ECS Billet Aluminum filter housing.

APR has developed a simple method of bypassing your restrictive factory turbo muffler with a single billet aluminum piece. The Turbo Muffler Delete eliminates the vented OEM muffler tube, allowing air to pass uninterrupted through the compressor outlet. This dramatic increase in air flow allows the turbo to operate more efficiently while enhancing the sound characteristics of your engine. Now available for the MKVII Golf/GTI, this latest APR release is a simple, highly effective upgrade for your VW.

A known weakness with the Audi 2.0T engine, the factory diverter valve diaphragm has a tendency to wear and crack under stock boost pressure levels. The rubber material chosen for the diaphragm cannot withstand consistent boost diversion, and certainly will not contain the added boost levels that accompanies performance modifications. Go Fast Bits has developed a solution that only attends to the problem itself - the weak valve mechanism - replacing it with an aluminum housing & brass piston - saving you the time and money of unnecessarily replacing the entire unit itself.

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 VW 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. Select kits include an ECS-original magnetic drain plug, attracting harmful metallic particles away from your lubrication system.

Everywhere there is a seam on your engine, there is the potential for an oil leak. This is prevented through the use of gaskets and seals. A critical gasket that prevents oil leaks is the valve cover gasket. The gasket is used to seal the gap between the valve cover & the cylinder head. However, since this gasket is made of rubber, it has a tendency to become brittle and begin to leak due to constant exposure to heat and engine oil. OEM BMW & Elring Valve Cover Gasket Sets include inner and outer valve cover gaskets - An OEM Complete Valve Cover Assembly is also available.

Machined from solid billet 6061-T6 aluminum, the Function-First Slotted Shift Knob is a gorgeous addition to the interior of your Porsche 996. The weight of the knob is perfect in your palm, and is spaced high up to keep the shifting hand clear of the boot. High-hold cone point set screws mount the knob securely, without any chance of sliding or rattling during hard shifts. The knob height can also be adjusted 0.25-inches lower than factory or 1-inch higher. The distinctive slotted design saves weight while retaining favorable ergonomics - that's Porsche ideology!

You won't believe the difference an LED lighting package makes in your car until you see it with your own eyes. LED illumination is a far brighter and friendlier light - crisp and clean, especially when compared to the dingy yellow glow you get from conventional filament style bulbs. Now you can do a complete LED conversion using our MKVI Jetta GLI LED Interior Lighting Kit. All the LEDs required for a total lighting upgrade are included. No need for guesswork or complicated ordering of individual bulbs.

When attending to your vehicle's ignition system, the best approach is to replace as many system components as possible at the same time. Doing so allows each part to wear evenly over time, maintaining an accurate service schedule. ECS assembled and genuine Mercedes-Benz Ignition Service Kits are conveniently bundled sets of twelve spark plugs and twelve ignition coil wires, allowing you to take care of these critical limited-life parts in a single servicing. Misfires, poor idling, and general poor engine performance can be remedied with one of three kits.

Guesswork is expensive. It leads to costly repair errors that compromise vehicle safety. Talented DIY'er or repair professional, you need accurate vehicle data and specifications. That's why ECS is happy to offer an entire inventory of Bentley manuals, the most reliable and respected source of repair data for your MINI R50/R53. Books are carefully edited and illustrated for accuracy - A truly worthwhile investment.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization allows for greater attention to detail and refinement, resulting in superior products. Various stages & driving styles are accommodated for, allowing you to carefully choose the exact clutch for your needs. The torque requirements of daily drivers, drag or drift cars, high-powered street cars, & dedicated race cars are covered by 315ft/lbs. through 600ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

ECS Blackout Grille Sets are distinguished by their full matte black ABS plastic construction. This design approach means that any chips or scratches on the grille will not reveal a white surface underneath black paint, as these parts are integrally black. Engineered to exact OEM dimensions for precise fitment into the BMW E70 X5, ECS grilles are available in a carbon fiber-look and gloss or matte black finish.

Maintain critical valve lash clearances and keep your engine running smoothly with this ECS Assembled valve adjustment kit for S54 engines. Our shim kit contains 138 shims in 23 selective thicknesses, from 1.72 to 2.48mm, in 0.04mm increments. The plastic removal tool has a small magnetic insert making it easier to remove and install shims. BMW recommends a valve lash inspection and adjustment at 30,000 mile intervals, an expensive ongoing expense if you pay to have the service performed. Buy our kit, however, and you'll save money and feel the satisfaction of a job well done.

Heat-hardened hoses and plastic pipes are a nightmare in the making on high milers. But piecemeal cooling system repairs are a bad idea and a costly mistake. Plugging leaks as they "pop up" means monster repair bills when engines overheat. We know the problem. We have a cure: Three different service stage kits to match your wallet and vehicle condition.

Exceptional ECS 2-piece Brake Rotors are now available for your Audi R8. Our 2-piece Wave Rotors reduce unsprung weight & rotational inertia to improve braking, suspension performance, & acceleration over the factory R8 units. With a hat machined from billet 6061-T6 aluminum, the Tru-Float system allows a greater degree of both radial & axial expansion. Also available, ECS semi-floating 2-Piece Rotors combine the braking efficiency of cast iron with the weight savings and rapid heat dissipation of aluminum - ideal for high-performance applications.

The most experienced, wise enthusiasts know that with dramatic boost level increases comes a responsibility to protect your engine from the potential negative side effects. Water-Methanol Injection Systems from Snow Performance allow you to smartly and safely build a high-horsepower turbocharged powerplant. Select kits feature a gauge pod controller, allowing for exceptional control and visibility. 7-color OLED displays boost, percentage of flow, and even faults. Stage 3 kits use a direct Injected controller for independent flow between nozzles - most accurate injection available.

The ECS Tuning 6-speed short shift kit shortens shift throws to let you grab the next gear faster. Reduce fore and aft movement needed to engage gears by 49, 28, or 7 percent--or leave it stock. Then do something you can't do with other shift kits: pick the exact shifter feel that suits your preference. The kit includes five balance weights to let you dial in a feel that matches your new, reduced throws. Heavy cast shift arm comes with a complete installation kit, including plate, weights, bolts, washers, and shift pin. Order now and we'll ship yours free.

The most experienced, wise enthusiasts know that with dramatic boost level increases comes a responsibility to protect your engine from the potential negative side effects. Water-Methanol Injection Systems from Snow Performance allow you to smartly and safely build a high-horsepower turbocharged powerplant. Select kits feature a gauge pod controller, allowing for exceptional control and visibility. 7-color OLED displays boost, percentage of flow, and even faults. Stage 3 kits use a direct Injected controller for independent flow between nozzles - most accurate injection available.

The most experienced, wise enthusiasts know that with dramatic boost level increases comes a responsibility to protect your engine from the potential negative side effects. Water-Methanol Injection Systems from Snow Performance allow you to smartly and safely build a high-horsepower turbocharged powerplant. Select kits feature a gauge pod controller, allowing for exceptional control and visibility. 7-color OLED displays boost, percentage of flow, and even faults. Stage 3 kits use a direct Injected controller for independent flow between nozzles - most accurate injection available.

Exceptional ECS 2-piece Brake Rotors are now available for your Audi RS5. Our 2-piece Wave Rotors reduce unsprung weight & rotational inertia to improve braking, suspension performance, & acceleration over the factory RS5 units. With a hat machined from billet 6061-T6 aluminum, the Tru-Float system allows a greater degree of both radial & axial expansion. Also available, ECS semi-floating 2-Piece Rotors combine the braking efficiency of cast iron with the weight savings and rapid heat dissipation of aluminum - ideal for high-performance applications.

The most experienced, wise enthusiasts know that with dramatic boost level increases comes a responsibility to protect your engine from the potential negative side effects. Water-Methanol Injection Systems from Snow Performance allow you to smartly and safely build a high-horsepower turbocharged powerplant. Select kits feature a gauge pod controller, allowing for exceptional control and visibility. 7-color OLED displays boost, percentage of flow, and even faults. Stage 3 kits use a direct Injected controller for independent flow between nozzles - most accurate injection available.