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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 that result 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. SPC Upper Control Arms allow for +/-1.5° Camber and/or Caster change for your B5 A4. Street & track enthusiasts will appreciate this needed measure of adjustability.

Looking for a fun weekend project? Something fast and easy that will freshen your car's appearance? Direct-fit ECS honeycomb MKVII grilles add a unique styling accent. Available with black or red accent strip, these grilles pop in place easily. Complete kit comes with half round hood filler; leave it black or color match to taste. As a starting point or finishing touch, these grilles add a great look to any MKVII.

Lowering your vehicle provides several proven advantages in handling performance. Many enthusiasts, however, ignore the issue of disadvantageous suspension geometry changes that result 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. SPC Upper Control Arms allow for +/-1.5° Camber and/or Caster change for your B5 S4. Street & track enthusiasts will appreciate this needed measure of adjustability.

Here's your chance to add a major performance upgrade that looks as good as it stops. Our complete Big Brake Kits for the BMW E90/91 325/328/330i/Xi mate massive six-piston BMW calipers to large diameter performance discs, and include ECS Exact Fit braided stainless reinforced brake lines, BBK caliper brackets, and all fitment and installation hardware. The ECS cross-drilled and slotted 338mm two-piece vented rotors have major presence and serious super-car stopping performance.

Here's your chance to add a major performance upgrade that looks as good as it stops. Our complete Big Brake Kits for the BMW E39 540i mate massive six-piston BMW calipers to large diameter performance discs, and include ECS Exact Fit braided stainless reinforced brake lines, BBK caliper brackets, and all fitment and installation hardware. The ECS cross-drilled and slotted 338mm two-piece vented rotors have major presence and serious super-car stopping performance.

Here's your chance to add a major performance upgrade that looks as good as it stops. Our complete Big Brake Kits for the BMW E82/E88 128i mate massive six-piston BMW calipers to large diameter performance discs, and include ECS Exact Fit braided stainless reinforced brake lines, BBK caliper brackets, and all fitment and installation hardware. The ECS cross-drilled and slotted 338mm two-piece vented rotors have major presence and serious super-car stopping performance.

Another convenient tool from Schwaben, the 6-Liter Extractor/Filler System makes oil, ATF or any type of fluid change simpler, cleaner, and faster. The Extractor/Filler tank features an extendable foot step for stable use when pumping. Nine adapters are included, with storage for each on the tank for easy access and convenience. The 5-foot long main tube makes reaching transmission and oil filling/draining locations easier. The main tube also features a quick disconnect and shut off valve. Free yourself from finding a power source with the Schwaben 6 Liter Extractor/Filler.

APR has developed a substantial catalog of leading-edge performance products for the VW MK6 Jetta 1.8T - each release improving upon this already stellar automobile. The APR Front Mount Intercooler Kit is almost three times larger than the stock unit, reducing charge temperatures and increasing power. Software tuning, a specialty of APR's, is also available - gains resulting in 245hp/290lb-ft are possible on 93 octane fuel. Exceptionally engineered downpipes, intakes, and shifter upgrades are also available.

The Schwaben 100-piece specialty bit set includes bits to fit a wide assortment of automotive fasteners, including triple square, tamper-proof Torx, tri-wing, and hex. Breeze through repairs knowing you can remove odd specialty fasteners with ease. The premium bits are made of hardened chrome vanadium steel - handsome and tough enough for daily use. Packaged in a handy blow molded case with silhouetted slots for easy organization and inventory. With the increased use of specialty fasteners, no tool box is complete without this versatile bit assortment.

Suspension components are one of the most overlooked aspects for maintenance on a vehicle. Not only are handling dynamics and driving performance compromised with old, failing suspension, but the safety of your vehicle is at risk. Suspension refresh kits by MTC, URO, Febi, Meyle, and Vaico include a range of replacement part options to address the specific needs of your VW B5 Passat. Complete front, rear, upper and lower kits are available.

Known world-wide primarily for their creative and original Porsche offerings, Rennline Inc. is not only the distributor, but manufacturer of the majority of products that wear the Rennline name. ECS Tuning will be offering some of the most innovative VW Rennline products immediately at the inception of this new partnership. RS-Style Door Pull Sets, available in an array of colors, are a clever way to bring the race-oriented interior stylings of the RS-Line Porsche models to your car.

ECS has assembled a timing chain kit with all the parts you need to do a complete timing chain replacement on your MINI. Chains, guides, pins, and tensioners. Don't wait until that loose, noisy chain jumps time, causing a catastrophic engine failure. If your timing chain is slapping the guides loud enough to make noise, don't just turn up the radio, save your engine. ECS Tuning. Great parts. Great timing!

ECS Tuning lets you boost your 3 Series's stance down the road with a 20mm monster offset, or tweak a little to fit your brake kit with a 5mm offset adjustment. Choose from our huge inventory of hub centric spacers in thicknesses sure to match your car, your wheels, and your shopping budget. All spacers are corrosion-protected anodized aluminum; spacers above 5mm are hubcentric for a perfect vibration-free fitment. Kits with matching lug bolts are recommended - bolt size must always be appropriate for the spacer width being added.

Upgrade your Plenum to the cast aluminum design from IPD, and enjoy the gains that come from ditching the factory plastic “T” style design. The IPD Plenums distribute the air flow more effectively by using a true merge collector and reducing pressure drop at the throttle body inlet. This innovative “Y” diversion area of the IPD Plenums split and channel intake air flow, reducing air flow turbulence and increasing air flow velocity. This superior design ultimately results in considerable power gains (20 horsepower and 18 ft/lbs of torque).

ECS has assembled an excellent Rod Bearing Replacement Kit for those taking the preventative measure of attending to their BMW E46 M3 crankshaft/piston rods before catastrophic damage occurs. Each kit includes all the most critical components to ensure a thorough servicing - upper and lower road bearings, an oil filter, Castrol TWS Edge Professional oil, an oil pan gasket, oil pan cover gasket, RedLine assembly lube, and all relevant hardware.

ECS has assembled a timing chain kit with all the parts you need to do a complete timing chain replacement on your MINI. Chains, guides, pins, and tensioners. Don't wait until that loose, noisy chain jumps time, causing a catastrophic engine failure. If your timing chain is slapping the guides loud enough to make noise, don't just turn up the radio, save your engine. ECS Tuning. Great parts. Great timing!

EBC Brakes are made in Bristol, England, and have been designed to accommodate the needs of daily drivers to track day enthusiasts. They've created a color-coded lineup of exceptional brake pad offerings for the VW MKVII GTI, expanding upon ECS's already stellar catalog of performance upgrade options. Ultimax Premium Brake Pads are intended as a better alternative to expensive OEM replacements. A high performance street pad, featuring Kevlar technology, RedStuff Performance brake pads from EBC are for those that privilege brake bite & power over dust reduction and NVH reduction.

The E60 530i has proven to be very solid vehicle with exceptional styling, but there is one issue for the M54 3.0L engine, the DISA valve. This particular valve controls the path of air into the intake manifold - this is why the most common sign of failure is poor idling. When you have idling problems, low fuel mileage and a lack of reliable performance are usually part of the problem as well. If your BMW experiences these symptoms, don't wait to fix it.

Ziza has crafted for themselves a unique reputation for bringing brilliant LED technology to novel applications - giving car enthusiasts a host of tasteful and modern visual upgrades. The Ziza LED Tinted Tail Light Sets are dripping in European aesthetic sensibility, merging the latest advances in automotive lighting with the restrained expressiveness that only comes from the Continent. Black Cherry, Dark Cherry, Red Cherry and Smoke Cherry kits each come with LED adapter harnesses for a simple, deeply stylish upgrade for your MKVI.

Autotech has partnered with ECS for a series of superb performance upgrade releases for your VW MKVI Jetta. Performance aspiration upgrades & handling improvements are some of the highlights of this release. The Autotech 3-way adjustable 25mm sway bar includes all necessary hardware, while the AST composite 3" high-flow Intake ingests more air for more power. Another excellent Autotech product is their Short Shift Kit, capable of reducing shift throws by 20% for quicker and more reliable gear changes.

Lowering your vehicle provides several proven advantages in handling performance. Many enthusiasts, however, ignore the issue of disadvantageous suspension geometry changes that result 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. SPC Upper Control Arms allow for +/-1.5° Camber and/or Caster change for your B6 S4. Street & track enthusiasts will appreciate this needed measure of adjustability.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult for the BMW enthusiast to find a way to improve their vehicle – the engineers and designers at BMW do their jobs very well. Instead of compromising BMW's hard work, add some individual personality to your vehicle with an ECS Blackout Grille. ECS Black Out Grille Sets are distinguished by their full matte black ABS plastic construction. Engineered to exact OEM dimensions for precise fitment into the BMW E82/E88, grilles are available in a carbon fiber-look, gloss black, or matte black finish.

Lowering your vehicle provides several proven advantages in handling performance. Many enthusiasts, however, ignore the issue of disadvantageous suspension geometry changes that result 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. SPC Upper Control Arms allow for +/-1.5° Camber and/or Caster change for your B7 S4. Street & track enthusiasts will appreciate this needed measure of adjustability.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult for the BMW enthusiast to find a way to improve their vehicle – the engineers and designers at BMW do their jobs very well. Instead of compromising BMW's hard work, add some individual personality to your vehicle with an ECS Blackout Grille. ECS Black Out Grille Sets are distinguished by their full matte black ABS plastic construction. Engineered to exact OEM dimensions for precise fitment into the BMW E36, the grilles are available in a carbon fiber-look, gloss black, or matte black finish.

Lowering your vehicle provides several proven advantages in handling performance. Many enthusiasts, however, ignore the issue of disadvantageous suspension geometry changes that result 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. SPC Upper Control Arms allow for +/-1.5° Camber and/or Caster change for your B7 RS4. Street & track enthusiasts will appreciate this needed measure of adjustability.

Don't settle for less when you go low. Get great springs with expertly matched shocks and struts. These springs lower your car for a muscular look and improved performance, without the bone-jarring ride associated with skateboards and no-name springs. All of the most hallowed names in aftermarket suspension performance are represented - Koni, H&R, FK, and Bilstien. Lowering averages between 1.2" to 2.5" depending on the needs of your VW MKV Rabbit.

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 Audi 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.

Autotech has partnered with ECS for a series of superb performance upgrade releases for your VW MKVI Golf R. Performance aspiration upgrades & handling improvements are some of the highlights of this release. The Autotech 3-way adjustable 25mm sway bar includes all necessary hardware, while the AST composite 3" high-flow Intake ingests more air for more power. The High Flow High Pressure Fuel Pump is an wise addition to any vehicle that makes power significantly greater than factory - achieve flow rates up to 50% higher than the original pump.

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 Audi 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.

The rear design of the MKIV R32 centers primarily around the tail lights. The good part about this is that you have the ability to easily refresh and update the entire rear styling of your car with a simple upgrade. ECS now supplies Tail Light Options for your VW from all the most respected brands: Helix, TYC, Hella, Magneti Marelli, Depo, and Genuine VW. Choose from an assortment of styles - Factory OEM GTI, Smoked, European, Ocean Style, and Red/Clear.