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ECS Tuning lets you tweak your stance or just give your wheels enough space to clear larger brake calipers. Engineered and tested in-house to fit your MINI perfectly. Choose from our huge inventory of spacers sure to match your car, your wheels, and your shopping budget. Our unique design allows our spacers to remain hub-centric, even down to the 3mm size. All ECS MINI spacers are aluminum, and are black anodized for corrosion protection. Kits come with correct-length black lug bolts.

Performance Brake Upgrades for your VW MKIV GTI include only the finest components, very carefully selected by our R&D team for exceptional performance, compatibility and fitment. The ECS Performance Brake Upgrades feature ECS GEOMET® cross drilled and slotted rotors and Hawk HPS pads. ECS Stage 3 Big Brake Kits utilize 2-Piece Cross-Drilled & Slotted Rotors, four-piston ECS calipers, caliper carrier brackets, pads, two-piece rotors, exact-fit stainless steel lines, and hardware. The incredible Stage 5 kit upgrades to 358x32 rotors and six-piston Porsche Cayenne calipers.

Why settle for stock? ECS Essentials are a special blend of drivetrain and suspension upgrades designed to pick up where the factory left off. Each is designed to fine tune or enhance the performance and appearance of your B6 Passat; most ship free for a limited time. Pick one as a weekend project. Call a pal and bolt one on.

Performance Brake Upgrades for your VW MKIV Golf VR6 include only the finest components, very carefully selected by our R&D team for exceptional performance, compatibility and fitment. The ECS Performance Brake Upgrades feature ECS GEOMET® cross drilled and slotted rotors and Hawk HPS pads. ECS Stage 3 Big Brake Kits utilize 2-Piece Cross-Drilled & Slotted Rotors, four-piston ECS calipers, caliper carrier brackets, pads, two-piece rotors, exact-fit stainless steel lines, and hardware. The incredible Stage 5 kit upgrades to 358x32 rotors and six-piston Porsche Cayenne calipers.

By providing it all for you in a single click, ECS has made it easier than ever to get the quality replacement matching components you need when beginning a brake service. Our brake service kit includes rotors, pads, sensors, assembly grease, and even a full compliment of set screws to make your brake replacement easy. Everything you need to perform a professional quality brake service, you can find at ECS Tuning.

Hawk high-performance braking solutions have served European car owners diligently with their exceptionally effective and economical brake pad kits. The latest addition to their growing catalog of superior braking setups, Sector 27 Drilled and Slotted Brake Rotors and Performance Ceramic Brake Pads bring are ideal for daily-driven vehicles that are in need of a high level of performance that stock pads and rotors cannot provide. Slotting and drilling significantly lowers brake rotor temperatures, while the proven Hawk Performance Ceramic Pads exhibit low noise and dust.

The belly pans provided for modern Volkswagens 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, 3/16” thick 5052 aluminum, with black zinc-coated steel hardware, offering complete engine undercarriage protection.

Located in the wheel hub, brake drum, or rotor itself, wheel bearings support the full weight of the vehicle while allowing the wheels to rotate smoothly within a steel enclosure. Dysfunctional bearings are simply the result of the rigors of daily driving, and should be replaced at the first sign of failure. Worn bearing symptoms range from loud noises emanating from the wheel hubs to general rough ride characteristics. ECS offers Vaico individual Front Wheel Bearings and Wheel Bearing Kits.

Dress up your engine bay with a durable, attractive ECS billet aluminum oil filter cap. Engineered to prevent the problems that come with plastic caps, this direct-fit replacement is an ECS exclusive. An integrated 19mm hex-head eliminates need for special removal tools, making fluid changes a simple task. Strong aluminum prevents cracks and mangled threads common on the stock unit. And the appearance of anodized aluminum is more befitting your engine than molded plastic. Designed by ECS Tuning engineers and made in the USA, this billet oil filter cap is a must-have addition.

ECS Tuning lets you tweak your stance or just give your wheels enough space to clear larger brake calipers. Engineered and tested in-house to fit your Porsche perfectly. Choose from our huge inventory of spacers sure to match your car, your wheels, and your shopping budget. Our unique design allows our spacers to remain hub-centric, even down to the 8mm size. All ECS Porsche spacers are aluminum, and are black anodized for corrosion protection. Kits come with correct-length black lug bolts and stainless steel set screws for a complete package.

Located in the wheel hub, brake drum, or rotor itself, wheel bearings support the full weight of the vehicle while allowing the wheels to rotate smoothly within a steel enclosure. Dysfunctional bearings are simply the result of the rigors of daily driving, and should be replaced at the first sign of failure. Worn bearing symptoms range from loud noises emanating from the wheel hubs to general rough ride characteristics. ECS offers Vaico individual Front Wheel Bearings and Wheel Bearing Kits.

Located in the wheel hub, brake drum, or rotor itself, wheel bearings support the full weight of the vehicle while allowing the wheels to rotate smoothly within a steel enclosure. Dysfunctional bearings are simply the result of the rigors of daily driving, and should be replaced at the first sign of failure. Worn bearing symptoms range from loud noises emanating from the wheel hubs to general rough ride characteristics. ECS offers Vaico individual Front Wheel Bearings and Wheel Bearing Kits included all critical single-use bolts for a professional installation.

A smart way to make power for your AMG is by utilizing the effective heat-shielding factory air box and dropping in a freer-flowing air filter element. By retaining the functionality of the factory air intake system and removing the highly inefficient paper filter element, your engine can breath easier while resisting the heat soak that aftermarket intake systems fall prey to. ECS offers only the most effective, test-proven Performance Air Filters for your AMG, with products by AFE, Pipercross, and K&N available.

The MKVI Golf is noticeably more taught, agile, and precise in both handling and acceleration compared to its predecessor. Part of this success is due to a more aggressive suspension arrangement, something MKVI Golf owners thoroughly enjoy. To really tighten up the Golf's chassis, a beefier sway bar adds better lateral stability & even flatter cornering - an easy performance upgrade that is instantly noticeable and effective. ECS, Whiteline, H&R, Autotech, APR, Racingline, and Neuspeed solutions range from 22mm to 28mm according to your driving style.

The E60 generation BMW M5 is an exercise in excess. From the powertrain to the exterior, the signs are glaring that this M5 does not know compromise. An especially stunning design feature of this model, the large front and rear brakes show off the stopping power required counteract the inertia of this beast. Now available are ECS assembled Brake Service Kits, available in Performance or Standard Front and Rear assemblies. Performance kits feature Zimmermann rotors and Hawk HPS performance pads - both kits include brake pad wear sensors and silicone brake lubricant compound.

A smart way to make power for your AMG is by utilizing the effective heat-shielding factory air box and dropping in a freer-flowing air filter element. By retaining the functionality of the factory air intake system and removing the highly inefficient paper filter element, your engine can breath easier while resisting the heat soak that aftermarket intake systems fall prey to. ECS offers only the most effective, test-proven Performance Air Filters for your AMG, with products by AFE, Pipercross, and K&N available.

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 excellent Schwaben Low Boy.

Having the right tools for the job at hand always makes your project much easier. The Schwaben VAG Connector Removal Tool is an Audi/VW/Porsche owner's best friend. The tool fits directly on the push & pull style VAG connector and gives just the perfect amount of leverage to release the connector and not break the tab. This style connector is often found on mass air flow (MAF) sensor, coil packs, headlights/fog lights, level sensors, and countless other parts. A large ergonomic ball that fits into your palm is also fitted on the end of the tool for extra grip.

Hawk high-performance braking solutions have served European car owners diligently with their exceptionally effective and economical brake pad kits. The latest addition to their growing catalog of superior braking setups, Sector 27 Drilled and Slotted Brake Rotors and Performance Ceramic Brake Pads bring are ideal for daily-driven vehicles that are in need of a high level of performance that stock pads and rotors cannot provide. Slotting and drilling significantly lowers brake rotor temperatures, while the proven Hawk Performance Ceramic Pads exhibit low noise and dust.

Having the right tools for the job at hand always makes your project much easier. The Schwaben VAG Connector Removal Tool is an Audi/VW/Porsche owner's best friend. The tool fits directly on the push & pull style VAG connector and gives just the perfect amount of leverage to release the connector and not break the tab. This style connector is often found on mass air flow (MAF) sensor, coil packs, headlights/fog lights, level sensors, and countless other parts. A large ergonomic ball that fits into your palm is also fitted on the end of the tool for extra grip.

An exciting new coilover option for your Audi 8P A3 has recently become available from ECS. The Ksport Kontrol Pro system allows for 36 levels of damping adjustment, giving you an unparalleled level of control over this critical dimension of handling dynamics. Adjustment collars are made from 6061 billet aluminum, and steel shock bodies are electroplated with zinc to resist rust and protect from the elements.

Hawk high-performance braking solutions have served European car owners diligently with their exceptionally effective and economical brake pad kits. The latest addition to their growing catalog of superior braking setups, Sector 27 Drilled and Slotted Brake Rotors and Performance Ceramic Brake Pads bring are ideal for daily-driven vehicles that are in need of a high level of performance that stock pads and rotors cannot provide. Slotting and drilling significantly lowers brake rotor temperatures, while the proven Hawk Performance Ceramic Pads exhibit low noise and dust.

ECS Exact-Fit stainless reinforced brake lines provide more confident and dependable stopping by maintaining consistent brake pressure, long lasting corrosion resistance, and increased protection from failure. Even when new, factory style fabric mesh lined rubber hoses are prone to expansion under the pressure of hard braking, whether it be highway panic stops or threshold braking at the track. Our lines are braided with stainless steel mesh, affording expansion resistance. This resistance to expansion creates a firmer pedal, and more direct pedal feel.

A smart way to make power for your AMG is by utilizing the effective heat-shielding factory air box and dropping in a freer-flowing air filter element. By retaining the functionality of the factory air intake system and removing the highly inefficient paper filter element, your engine can breath easier while resisting the heat soak that aftermarket intake systems fall prey to. ECS offers only the most effective, test-proven Performance Air Filters for your AMG, with products by AFE, Pipercross, and K&N available.

Milltek's Audi offerings exude the engineering rigor and attention to detail that come from experience developing prototype exhaust designs in highly demanding circumstances for race teams throughout the world. Every single Milltek product offering is designed and manufactured in-house in the UK. Milltek tests each system on their own dynamometer through many miles of subjective analysis, fine tuning each component of each system for its specific application. ECS Tuning - The largest Milltek Stocking Distributor to the Americas.

Your wheels and tires require a little extra care and attention, especially during storage. ECS offers several smart & simple storage solutions, specifically designed for your Porsche. The FK Wheel Tree is a non-marring Wheel Rack, allowing you to safely store your wheels & tires upright in close corners. The Schwaben Wheel & Tire Rack saves your floor space, securely mounting your wheels & tires on the wall. Finally, Porsche Tire Totes help to maintain a clean & organized workshop, while making wheels & tires easy to carry.

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 brown bag stock to hybrid-mix kits combining original equipment and specialty performance upgrades, 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.

The most popular spring in H&R's line-up, Sport Springs will lower your MINI a lower center of gravity, improved handling, and a more aggressive appearance. Sport springs are an excellent choice for street and occasional track use, featuring a spring rate that is firmer than the OE Sport spring but still comfortable enough for daily use. Lowering : 1.0 Front / 0.75 Rear.

Hawk high-performance braking solutions have served European car owners diligently with their exceptionally effective and economical brake pad kits. The latest addition to their growing catalog of superior braking setups, Sector 27 Drilled and Slotted Brake Rotors and Performance Ceramic Brake Pads bring are ideal for daily-driven vehicles that are in need of a high level of performance that stock pads and rotors cannot provide. Slotting and drilling significantly lowers brake rotor temperatures, while the proven Hawk Performance Ceramic Pads exhibit low noise and dust.

Your MKI TT's generator, fans, water pumps and AC compressors all rely on accessory drive belts to do their job. Over time, cracking, glazing, and squeaking occur; for these reasons, replacing your drive belts before they crack or break is a highly prudent investment. Additionally, If the accessory belt snaps constantly, or is sloppy and loose in your vehicle, the only solution is a new tensioner. ECS-assembled kits come with everything you need to refresh your whole drive belt system, including belts, tensioner, and hardware.