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Protect your valuable alloy wheels from damage; use Protecta lug bolt sockets from Schwaben. Each of the three common socket sizes comes wrapped in a protective plastic sleeve that shields the wheel bolt holes from damage caused when regular steel sockets are used to remove and install wheels. Available in regular and extended-reach sets, these burly 1/2-inch drive six-point sockets come in a handy carry case, and are color-coded by size. Don't risk an expensive wheel repair; keep a set of Protectas in your tool box.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization makes today's South Bend products better refined compared to larger distributors. The torque requirements of daily drivers, track or drift cars, high-powered street cars, & dedicated race cars are covered by 295ft/lbs. through 500ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization makes today's South Bend products better refined compared to larger distributors. The torque requirements of daily drivers, track or drift cars, high-powered street cars, & dedicated race cars are covered by 295ft/lbs. through 500ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

Your Beetle features highly individualized design elements that make successfully complementing the vehicle with aftermarket wheels a serious challenge. The Alzor Style 803 features a fat five-spoke monoblock design, harkening to classic German design approaches. The 803 accentuates rather than distracts from the Beetle's natural steel musculature, resulting in a unified aesthetic front. Square or staggered sets of four wheels are available, finished in silver and featuring a 2 or 3 inch polished lip.

Savvy FSI owners periodically pull the pump and check the follower to avoid costly fuel pump and camshaft damage. Symptoms of advanced cam follower-itis 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.

Our lightweight pulley kits take back power that is usually lost to inertia and accessory loads. Lightweight, stock diameter pulleys offer a lower moment of inertia and improved throttle response Don't let their light weight fool you, cut from billet aluminum, these are tough customers. Black anodized for good looks, corrosion resistance, and added durability.

Replacing cooling system components and performing a proper coolant flush will ensure a long life for your cooling system. Most of the cooling system components are exposed to very high temperatures and repeated thermal cycling. Heat-hardening causes warping and cracking that leads to coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Avoid headaches all together and replace all problematic items at once to keep your cooling system running efficiently.

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 advanced cam follower-itis 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 spend time and money renewing your brake hardware and linings, you ought to consider upgrading to ECS Tuning Exact-Fit brake hoses, and do the job right. These premium brake hoses are stronger, more durable, and better protected than the originals. They are shielded in stainless steel mesh reinforcement, and coated with bright red vinyl for added protection. Available by the axle for front or rear, or as a complete vehicle set, our DOT-compliant, tailored hoses fit like OE for hassle-free installation.

Eliminate those drab rubber pedals in your VW and upgrade to these ECS Tuning replacements. ECS Tuning is proud to introduce our own line of performance pedals. An affordable and easy way to upgrade the looks and functionality of your interior. Brushed aluminum looks give an attractive reflective finish while the rubber inserts give your foot solid pedal feel in any weather conditions.

Replacing cooling system components and performing a proper coolant flush will ensure a long life for your cooling system. Most of the cooling system components are exposed to very high temperatures and repeated thermal cycling. Heat-hardening causes warping and cracking that leads to coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Avoid headaches all together and replace all problematic items at once to keep your cooling system running efficiently.

If you spend time and money renewing your brake hardware and linings, you ought to consider upgrading to ECS Tuning Exact-Fit brake hoses, and do the job right. These premium brake hoses are stronger, more durable, and better protected than the originals. They are shielded in stainless steel mesh reinforcement, and coated with bright red vinyl for added protection. Available by the axle for front or rear, or as a complete vehicle set, our DOT-compliant, tailored hoses fit like OE for hassle-free installation.

Everywhere there is a seam on your engine, there is the potential for and oil leak. This is prevented through the use of gaskets and seals. One such gasket that prevents oil leaks is the valve cover gasket. This gasket is used to seal the gap between the valve cover and the cylinder head, however, since this gasket is made of rubber it has a tendency to become brittle, crack and start to leak due to its constant exposure to heat and engine oil.

Large, aggressive brake rotors are a more poignant design statement than typical body styling changes. The quiet power expressed in over-sized brakes can be difficult to bring to your car - factory limitations on the MKIV Jetta 2.0L must first be removed by addressing several components. ECS has assembled a thorough Spindle Conversion Kit, making a brake rotor upgrade possible in one complete package. Every part for the conversion is included: OEM spindles with bearing housings, OEM bearings, OEM hubs, new ball joints, an ABS speed ring, & steering knuckle installation hardware.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization makes today's South Bend products better refined compared to larger distributors. The torque requirements of daily drivers, track or drift cars, high-powered street cars, & dedicated race cars are covered by 400ft/lbs. through 700ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization makes today's South Bend products better refined compared to larger distributors. The torque requirements of daily drivers, track or drift cars, high-powered street cars, & dedicated race cars are covered by 295ft/lbs. through 650ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

Everywhere there is a seam on your engine, there is the potential for and oil leak. This is prevented through the use of gaskets and seals. One such gasket that prevents oil leaks is the valve cover gasket. This gasket is used to seal the gap between the valve cover and the cylinder head, however, since this gasket is made of rubber it has a tendency to become brittle, crack and start to leak due to its constant exposure to heat and engine oil.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization makes today's South Bend products better refined compared to larger distributors. The torque requirements of daily drivers, track or drift cars, high-powered street cars, & dedicated race cars are covered by 295ft/lbs. through 500ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

By now, sun and the elements have likely tarnished and damaged your MINI's cowl covers. Once a dark matte black finish, they have probably faded to gray, requiring constant attention to keep your vehicle's exterior looking clean. ECS now offers the URO Chrome Cowl Cover Grille Set for your R52 Cooper/Cooper S/JCW, adding a tasteful chromed-out element to your exterior. The covers come already prepared with quality adhesive, easily securing to the factory units and instantly refreshing your MINI's cowl covers for a clean finish.

By now, sun and the elements have likely tarnished and damaged your MINI's cowl covers. Once a dark matte black finish, they have probably faded to gray, requiring constant attention to keep your vehicle's exterior looking clean. ECS now offers the URO Chrome Cowl Cover Grille Set for your R50/53 Cooper/Cooper S/JCW, adding a tasteful chromed-out element to your exterior. The covers come already prepared with quality adhesive, easily securing to the factory units, instantly refreshing your MINI's cowl covers for a clean finish.

Tired of waiting for that power? Let ECS put your engine on a diet with a lightweight pulley! By reducing the amount of force needed to turn engine components such as engine pulleys, your engine is able to rev more quickly. Faster revs means faster power delivery.

Your Passat features highly individualized design elements that make successfully complementing the vehicle with aftermarket wheels a serious challenge. The Alzor Style 803 features a fat five-spoke monoblock design, harkening to classic German design approaches. The 803 accentuates rather than distracts from the Passat's natural steel musculature, resulting in a unified aesthetic front. Square or staggered sets of four wheels are available, finished in silver and featuring a 2 or 3 inch polished lip.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization makes today's South Bend products better refined compared to larger distributors. The torque requirements of daily drivers, track or drift cars, high-powered street cars, & dedicated race cars are covered by 295ft/lbs. through 650ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

The coolant expansion tank in your vehicle gives additional fluid a place to go after expansion and contraction from temperature change. Because it is subjected to such drastic changes on a regular basis, it can often crack or break. You want to keep all the coolant in your vehicle in the cooling system. If your tank has experienced damage such as cracking, nipples breaking off, or mounting point damage, you will need to replace it. ECS carries a wide range of tanks and kits for every budget.

If you spend time and money renewing your brake hardware and linings, you ought to consider upgrading to ECS Tuning Exact-Fit brake hoses, and do the job right. These premium brake hoses are stronger, more durable, and better protected than the originals. They are shielded in stainless steel mesh reinforcement, and coated with bright red vinyl for added protection. Available by the axle for front or rear, or as a complete vehicle set, our DOT-compliant, tailored hoses fit like OE for hassle-free installation.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization makes today's South Bend products better refined compared to larger distributors. The torque requirements of daily drivers, track or drift cars, high-powered street cars, & dedicated race cars are covered by 425ft/lbs. through 650ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

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. CNC machined billet steel shift arm comes with a complete installation kit, including plate, weights, bolts, washers, and shift pin.

The Volkswagen Audi Group catalog includes more than just Volkswagens and Audis. This results in more than a couple overlaps in parts, for both performance and styling. If you know where to look, that is. We do. ECS Tuning brings you the front lip spoiler from the European-only SEAT Cupra R. This lip features an aggressive design not found on any US-market car. While not exactly direct-fit, with some slight tweaking, you can give your Jetta a unique appearance that will have other enthusiasts guessing. And to sweeten the deal, take a look at the price!

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization makes today's South Bend products better refined compared to larger distributors. The torque requirements of daily drivers, track or drift cars, high-powered street cars, & dedicated race cars are covered by 425ft/lbs. through 650ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization makes today's South Bend products better refined compared to larger distributors. Two Stages & Two driving styles are accommodated for, allowing you to carefully choose the exact clutch for your needs. From daily driven to track cars they have you covered.