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An elegant solution to vague and imprecise steering, performance control arms with polyurethane bushings let you feel the road through your fingertips. Factory rubber bushings are intended to buffer road sensations from steering input. But for the performance driver, a highly tactile connection to the road conveys more information about vehicle dynamics, sharpening driving awareness. ECS Performance Lower Control Arms are stronger and include stiffer, more communicative polyurethane bushings, resulting in drastically improved driving experience far superior to factory.

Reduce unsprung weight and keep your brakes running cooler with upgraded Bremmen calipers from the MKIV generation VW. We've made it simple to upgrade your worn-out, high mileage calipers with new stainless steel brake lines, banjo bolts with washers, Pentosin brake fluid, and even anti-squeal compound for a thorough, complete project. Powder-coat or paint your calipers for a truly one-of-a-kind touch! Reuses your factory pads and rotors - but why not upgrade them, too? Browse through the ECS catalog for an array of performance pad and rotor replacement options.

The VWR RacingLine Cold Air Intake System is superior to typical aftermarket intakes because it utilizes the already effective factory cold-air routing, drawing air from outside the engine bay, avoiding power-robbing heat soak. Developed for use in Volkswagen Racing cars, the VWR system produces proven power gains throughout the entire rpm range. The larger diameter, fully-enclosed black anodized aluminum intake reduces airflow restriction, decreasing turbo spool time and enhancing overall turbo efficiency.

OEM transmission mounts are designed to maximize driver comfort by detaching the driver from the vehicle mechanics as much as possible. For drivers wishing for a connected, tactile relationship with their car, a more solid connection to the drivetrain is ideal. FUNCTION-FIRST Performance now offers a simple, effective, and easy to install solution. The durable urethane Transmission Mount Insert fills the void at the mounting location, preventing premature bushing wear and undesirable transmission movement, all while transmitting minimal added noise and vibration to the cabin.

OEM transmission mounts are designed to maximize driver comfort by detaching the driver from the vehicle mechanics as much as possible. For drivers wishing for a connected, tactile relationship with their car, a more solid connection to the drivetrain is ideal. FUNCTION-FIRST Performance now offers a simple, effective, and easy to install solution. The durable urethane Transmission Mount Insert fills the void at the mounting location, preventing premature bushing wear and undesirable transmission movement, all while transmitting minimal added noise and vibration to the cabin.

Many Audis have logged significant miles to date, and most have road-weary suspension setups. KONI Struts and Shocks have been a favorite replacement choice for performance enthusiasts; they offer a perfect blend of even, more stable handling dynamics with ride compliance & comfort. KONI fine tunes their shocks & strut kits by application, refusing to take the 'one-size-fits-all' approach used by less thorough manufacturers. Available with Frequency Selective Damping (FSD) technology, KONI shocks & struts are a wise performance upgrade for your Audi B8 A4 Quattro.

The 8P A3 has such depth of style and presence - choosing an aftermarket wheel to complement these cars requires careful consideration. Alzor wheels have been designed specifically for your vehicle, making your decision easier. The style 040 wheel matches the A3's soft yet purposeful lines, enhancing the overall appearance of the Audi without being distracting. The classic split-spoke design will give your car a sleek appearance that will keep people looking as you pass. Staggered and square sets of four wheels are available in Silver with a machined face.

Many Audis have logged significant miles to date, and most have road-weary suspension setups. KONI Struts and Shocks have been a favorite replacement choice for performance enthusiasts; they offer a perfect blend of even, more stable handling dynamics with ride compliance & comfort. KONI fine tunes their shocks & strut kits by application, refusing to take the 'one-size-fits-all' approach used by less thorough manufacturers.

A worn or failing N75 valve typically accompanies a loss of boost pressure and potentially a check engine light. The valve is vital to the health of your turbocharged engine, controlling when and how far to open the wastegate when releasing boost pressure. ECS offers the genuine OEM VW/Audi N75 Valve for your Audi MKI TT 225HP, helping maintain adequate diverter valve function and sustain proper manifold boost pressure.

Light on weight. Long on looks. ECS Tuning 2-Piece front and rear brake rotors combine the natural advantages of a cast iron braking surface with the weight savings and rapid heat dissipation of an aluminum hat. Cast iron-gray and durable matte black hats create an eye-catching contrast that accents painted calipers behind open-faced alloy wheels. These beauties have all the extras: black anodized hats, cross-drilled and slotted brake faces, and unlike OEM, directionally veined rotors for better cooling and heat dissipation over stock.

BMW's Valvetronic variable valve lift mechanism actually replaces conventional throttle-body controlled power delivery. An electronically-actuated eccentric shaft varies the intake valve lift height when you press down on the accelerator pedal, regulating power. The importance of a properly functioning eccentric shaft sensor is therefore obvious. Poor fuel economy, engine power loss, and starting difficulty are just a few of the symptoms of a failing ES sensor. ECS offers OEM BMW and VDO Eccentric Shaft Sensors, as well as a service kit including a valve cover & ES sensor gasket.

The strut tower for the MINI Cooper was designed to adequately support the stresses and forces encountered during typical daily driving. Aging models or vehicles that are routinely pushed past the limitations of the chassis oftentimes experience strut tower deformation, compromising the crisp and responsive handling that defines every MINI. Machined from 15mm thick 6061-T6 aluminum, ECS Strut Tower Plate Kits eliminate the prospect of tower mushrooming while improving chassis rigidity for your MINI R52 Cooper.

The strut tower for the MINI Cooper was designed to adequately support the stresses and forces encountered during typical daily driving. Aging models or vehicles that are routinely pushed past the limitations of the chassis oftentimes experience strut tower deformation, compromising the crisp and responsive handling that defines every MINI. Machined from 15mm thick 6061-T6 aluminum, ECS Strut Tower Plate Kits eliminate the prospect of tower mushrooming while improving chassis rigidity for your MINI Cooper R50/R53.

Stock diverter valves just can't handle performance upgrades. Additional boost can extend the factory limits of operation and blow the diaphragm to pieces. Forge Motorsports recognized this dilemma. That's why they've engineered boost-hardy diverter valves tough enough to take the pressure without blowing their lids. The units utilize completely serviceable valves with an aluminum piston and o-ring seal - compared to the easily-torn rubber diaphragm found in the OEM valve. Includes 3 different springs to fine tune the valve to your liking!

Inject a healthy dose of Porsche DNA into your Audi with one of our famous Big Brake Kits. Available in red, blue, or black, our super stopper packages have an eye-popping list of premium components, including massive Porsche Cayenne six-piston calipers and two-piece rotors, drilled and slotted for improved performance and quicker cooling. Unlike copycat BBKs, our Big Brake Kits include all the incidentals you need for a complete, lasting installation: hardware, brake fluid, performance pads, wear sensors, and Exact-Fit brake lines.

Light on weight. Long on looks. ECS Tuning 2-Piece front and rear brake rotors combine the natural advantages of a cast iron braking surface with the weight savings and rapid heat dissipation of an aluminum hat. Cast iron-gray and durable matte black hats create an eye-catching contrast that accents painted calipers behind open-faced alloy wheels. These beauties have all the extras: black anodized hats, cross-drilled and slotted brake faces, and unlike OEM, directionally veined rotors for better cooling and heat dissipation over stock.

Get the best from our 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. Slotted or dimpled and slotted, you can expect your new GEOMET® rotors to outperform and outlast stock rotors, and look great behind your alloy wheels.

The E83 X3 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. In some cases, parts of the DISA--including a metal spreader pin--can be sucked into your engine, causing serious engine damage.

Feeling a little sluggish? The performance of your MINI thrives on the ability of the turbocharger. Even the smallest of pressure leaks can slow you down and turn your check engine light on. Don't let any of that power get away with a worn pressure transducer. A common problem with turbo control systems, this Pressure Converter from Pierburg will bring your boost levels back to where they should be, and help get rid of that annoying check engine light! Now more affordable than ever from the OEM manufacturer, fix vacuum leaks and boost problems with one simple repair.

Get the best from our 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. Slotted or drilled and slotted, you can expect your new GEOMET® rotors to outperform and outlast stock rotors, and look great behind your Audi B5 A4 30V's alloy wheels.

If you plan on attending to any part of your vehicle's cylinder head, you will likely need to re-time your camshafts. During this type of work, the crankshaft must be set at Top Dead Center (TDC), and the camshafts themselves must remain locked. Cam positioning is a critical procedure on today's computer-controlled vehicles - a camshaft that is timed in error will run very poorly and eventually cause catastrophic damage. The Schwaben Camshaft Locking Tool Set will lock your camshaft and crankshaft at the correct position during assembly. Also included is a top dead center pin.

ECS now offers incredible Big Brake Kits for your BMW F30 320/328i, bringing over-the-top braking power to your BMW in a single package. The ECS 6-Piston Front Big Brake Kit includes 6-piston calipers from the E82/ E88 and the E9X BMW Performance big brake kit with original equipment pads. Massive 325x25 semi-floating BMW Performance Rotors, ECS caliper brackets, ECS Exact-Fit braided stainless reinforced brake lines, and all necessary hardware are included. The OE Big Brake Kit featuring ECS GEOMET® cross drilled and slotted rotors and Hawk HPS pads is also available.

The N54 straight-six engine has earned several awards for engineering excellence; partly through novel turbocharging and advanced variable valve timing, but crucially, through second-generation piezo direct-injection. ECS supplies a range of genuine BMW and aftermarket fuel injection components to help keep your E9x 335i/is making full power. Genuine OEM Injector Replacement Kits restore your engine's brilliance by taking care of the entire system in one servicing; Fuel Injection Harnesses, Fuel Filter/Pressure Regulator Repair Kits, and Injector Repair Kits are also available.

The timing of your vehicle allows the valves to make clearance at just the right moment for the piston to reach top dead center as well as opening and closing the intake and exhaust valves for proper air fuel mixture. This is a big deal when it comes to peak performance as well as your engine running properly - your timing chain is the conductor in engine harmony. ECS has assembled timing chain kits with the parts you need to attend to your S62 timing system. Choose from Genuine BMW or ECS-Assembled kits.

Experienced enthusiasts have learned over time the secrets to achieving a tight and unified performance-oriented chassis. High-quality bushings and mounts have proven to be one of the most rewarding, albeit less conspicuous, additions to the Audi B5 A4 1.8T. The ECS Heavy-Duty engine snub-mount anchors your powertrain using a single direct-fit, full polyurethane piece - allowing the full measure of torque to reach the pavement under hard acceleration.

If you need technical information about your MINI for repair or simply for personal satisfaction, a Bentley service manual is a must-have item. DIYers will appreciate the detailed repair procedures and reference data that have made Bentley a trusted source of information for decades and the industry benchmark for aftermarket technical books on European makes. Owners hungry for a better understanding of the technology and features that make MINI special will enjoy the richly illustrated, detailed explanations of vehicle components, assemblies, and operating strategies.

Make sure your plugs are firing at voltage levels that ensure optimal combustion and peak performance for your Cayenne Turbo. If your old coils or plugs are tired and unable to do the job, an ignition service kit from ECS Tuning will put some zap in the gap when you need it most. ECS-assembled and genuine Porsche Ignition Service Kits are easy to install and come with everything you need to maintain adequate voltage levels to get the most from each and every power stroke.

Neuspeed has been developing performance parts for European automobiles for decades, improving their catalog with each stellar release. Neuspeed Performance products for your Audi B6 A4 1.8T Quattro are now available through ECS tuning. Upgrade handling and appearance with the excellent Sport Springs. Tune for ultimate performance with Race Spring options. The 21mm Neuspeed Anti-Sway Bar drastically reduces body roll while instilling confidence when driving at speed. The Short Throw Shifter is also available for your A4, reducing shift throw distance by as much as 35 percent.

Turn the sports car of SUVs into a weekend workhorse with this rugged luggage compartment liner. Light but durable, the Bremmen Parts tailored mat with raised lip fits wall-to-wall to protect your carpeting from dirt and liquid spillage. Made from a rubber-like material, the textured finish looks great, while the center anti-skid surface helps keep cargo in place. Easy-in, easy out - use this convenient cargo liner one day, hose it off and store it the next.

An extremely effective method of enhancing your driving experience is shortening your shift throws. The long shift throw distance that comes from the factory is simply there to increase comfort when shifting gears. For a hard-edged, aggressive, performance-oriented driving experience, UUC offers the excellent Ultimate Short Shifter for your BMW 540i. Made from CNC machined, flex resistant, 303 stainless steel parts, height adjustability is simple. UUC's delrin carrier bushing design offers a positive shift engagement that inspires shifting confidence like no other upgrade.