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Owners of European automobiles often find that alongside the pleasures of driving a more refined, tasteful vehicle exists the very real challenge of finding the correct tool for these cars' unique fasteners. Featuring swivel-head triple-square bits, Torx screwdrivers, one hundred specialty fasteners, and the exceptionally sturdy go-through screwdriver set, the Schwaben European Essentials Tool Kit allows you to approach any project with confidence. Each tool is secured in a molded case, helping you keep track of your investment.

Protect your interior carpet with a set of All Weather rubber floor mats. These deep grooved mats hold anything that mother nature can throw at them. Snow, slush, dirt, and debris are hidden away and kept from underneath your feet. Preserves the life of your carpet and doesn't allow liquid to penetrate in. That nasty moldy smell will disappear as water will be able to evaporate off of the surface. These mats will look great and last for years in your Cayenne.

Protect your interior carpet with a set of All Weather rubber floor mats. These deep grooved mats hold anything that mother nature can throw at them. Snow, slush, dirt, and debris are hidden away and kept from underneath your feet. Preserves the life of your carpet and doesn't allow liquid to penetrate in. That nasty moldy smell will disappear as water will be able to evaporate off of the surface. These mats will look great and last for years in your Cayenne.

Everyone has been in that position where there is barely enough light to get the job done right, in many cases we continue to complete the job blindly. Schwaben Underhood shop light is perfect for giving your vehicle a brighter future with its powerful LED lighting and ability to grab the hood permitting direct light to the engine bay. However, don't let the name fool you, the lights specialty may be under the hood but its sleek design makes it perfect for working under or inside the car. Stop the low visibility frustrations and lighten up with Schwaben.

Everything you need to service your brakes in an afternoon in one simple kit from ECS Tuning. By providing it all for you in a single click, ECS makes it easier than ever to get the quality replacement matching components you need when beginning a brake service. Choose from quality OE-replacement kits or performance kits featuring Hawk brake pads. Our brake service kits include rotors, pads, sensors, and assembly grease to make your brake replacement easy. Complete matched kits, assembled by our team of experts, will keep all of your brake components working in perfect harmony.

From Schwaben Specialty Tools comes a tool every home mechanic should have in his arsenal. The 61" long adjustable Engine Support Bar adapts to any vehicle width, and supports a full 1000 lb weight rating. The support bar includes four rubber padded feet to prevent slipping and damage to your car's finish, while powder coating guarantees durability. A deluxe version of the support bar includes two-direction stability for added support. The Schwaben Engine Support Bar is the perfect tool for projects like engine mount replacement, subframe work, FWD transmission repair & more.

Rack and roll. In sun or snow, RockyMounts has a roof mount solution for your active lifestyle. Add some customization to your roof rack base bars with a colored Euro pitchfork from RockyMounts. A great, high quality, all-aluminum bike rack that costs substantially less than an OE piece but functions at a higher level. The lowest profile upright bike mount on the market BrassKnuckles are easy to use and fold flat for a quiet, fuel efficient drive. Recieve 25% off your purchase until September 13th!

ECS Tuning's lug bolts are identical to your Porsche's factory bolts, with one distinction; a subdued black zinc coating that looks good and prevents corrosion. Hide away the lug bolts and let the design of your wheels hit the forefront. Our bolts feature a 19mm bolt head, factory spherical ball seat, and Porsche-spec hardware grade for your 996 Turbo/Turbo S. ECS Tuning black zinc lug bolts come in numerous lengths, allowing you to fine-tune your wheel fitment with ECS Tuning wheel spacers. Offered in kits or individually.

Automotive electrical work demands patience, knowledge, & above all else, the correct tools. European car owners oftentimes find themselves using ineffective, dangerous, & cumbersome methods when repairing or replacing wiring harness connectors. Schwaben's latest release, the European Car Electrical Terminal Tool Kit, gives enthusiasts the exact tools required for bullet connectors, common ABS sensor and power connectors, trailer light plugs, and more. Extend harness life, ensure proper diagnostic equipment connectivity, and preserve wiring harness life with this superb release.

Have you ever had that moment when your brake pedal all of the sudden gets very soft making it hard to brake properly? Then a blown out brake line may have been your problem. The remedy for this is replacing the line which many people will take to the shop and pay a lot of extra money for something that is much easier than you may think. Schwaben has the tools needed to do so, the cutting tool will make a clean rounded cut on the line, while the bubble flare tool helps create the perfect seal so you can be on your way.

Wanting to go for a ride but you don’t want to pack the bikes inside? Hitch em up! Perfect for the bike enthusiast or recreational rider, the 1.25" SplitRail can accommodate 2 bikes, while the 2" model can handle 2, 3, or 4 bikes. Each strut is engineered with 4" of side-to-side adjustment, which makes fitting anything from kids to adult bikes simple and easy, and no tools are required to install/remove the rack from vehicle. Easily accessible release handle allows the SplitRail to be positioned into stow, use, and tilt positions.

Who says lighting never strikes twice? New Ziza interior lighting kits add striking accents all over your interior, at glove box, footwells, vanity mirror, dome, trunk, and door light locations. The next time you hear thunder, think lighting, not lightning, and strike a blow for brighter, better looking interiors with Ziza LED kits.

Stylish, Alzor 856 alloy wheels add a bold, expensive look to your Porche. Split-spoke machined-face spokes with gunmetal accents are ideal for showcasing your big brake calipers. The 856 is TPMS compatible and ready to install, with Porsche-style ball seat style lug bolts. Ready. Get this set. Go.

ECS Tuning is now supplying the excellent ECS Tuning Mechanic's Gloves for our dedicated following of DIY enthusiasts. Featuring a tailored elastic cuff and textured latex palms and finger tips, these work gloves are also breathable and comfortable with their knit top. Choose from Medium, Large, and Extra Large sizes. The Schwaben Folding Ground Pad is made from comfortable high density foam that will keep you off the hard garage floor. The heavy-duty covering resists oils and other fluids keeping it usable for weekends to come. Say NO to laying on cardboard forever!

Small but mighty, the Neodymium super magnet in an ECS Tuning magnetic drain plug collects wandering metallic particles and holds them captive until they can be wiped away at the next oil change. This clever measure of prevention catches and holds ferrous particles with an iron grip before they can cause expensive engine damage. Complete with drain plug sealing ring, the ECS drain plug accepts standard aluminum sealing rings for your convenience.

Small but mighty, the Neodymium super magnet in an ECS Tuning magnetic drain plug collects wandering metallic particles and holds them captive until they can be wiped away at the next oil change. This clever measure of prevention catches and holds ferrous particles with an iron grip before they can cause expensive engine damage. Complete with drain plug sealing ring, the ECS drain plug accepts standard aluminum sealing rings for your convenience.

The Schwaben 6 & 6.5L Fluid Extractor/Filler Systems make changing oil, ATF, or any type of fluid easy and mess free. These easy to use tools are undoubtedly the best Extractor/Fillers available on the market today. Easily change to pump in or out with the flip of a lever, and use the extendable foot step for stability while pumping. All of the included adapters mount on the tank for convenient storage. Both pumps are manually operated, requiring zero electricity or air pressure to operate, and also feature a pressure/vacuum gauge for easy monitoring to prevent overpumping.

The specialty tool experts at Schwaben have released a series of superbly engineered, exceptionally reliable car ramps, ramp extensions, wheel stands, & wheel chocks - now available from ECS tuning. 30" to 67" Low Profile Car Ramps are specially made to accommodate vehicles with low bumper clearance, eliminating the risk of body damage & sliding ramps. Schwaben Wheel Stands feature a cradled wheel support for superior stability compared to jack stands, supporting up to 3000 lbs. And when lifting your vehicle or placing it on an incline, Wheel Chocks are a wise investment.

Chasing a mystery coolant leak? If your 2003-2006 Cayenne is losing coolant, odds are you can trace it to the original plastic coolant pipes located beneath the intake manifold. That's why ECS Tuning has assembled the most comprehensive coolant pipe repair kit available. Our problem solver package includes cast aluminum coolant pipes, hardware, and seals. We even include a new thermostat gasket, a part commonly excluded from competitors' kits. Do it right; do it once, and eliminate this annoying problem, once and for all. Online tutorial!

Ziza lighting is proud to introduce LED license plate bulbs for the Porsche 957, bringing stunningly modern lighting to your car. The Ziza lights are direct replacement bulbs that install in minutes - there is no need to wire up fancy resistors or hack your factory wiring to get these to work. Simply remove your plate light assembly, and replace the factory incandescent bulb with our Ziza bulb. The kit has been proven not to throw any problem codes or illuminate any fault lights - a distinct benefit of the Ziza brand.

There are tools that any serious technician will regard as essential to their work - tools that make so many projects faster and simpler that access to a quality set is critical. Schwaben Specialty Tools recognized the need for better designed, more fully-featured puller tool kits; this variety of tool is so frequently used across such a wide variety of projects, mechanics deserve the best engineered product possible. Schwaben Pry Bar and Twin-Arm Puller Kits are highly adjustable, exceptionally durable sets of some of the most versatile tools in any home or professional garage.

Automotive electrical work demands patience, knowledge, & above all else, the correct tools. European car owners oftentimes find themselves using ineffective, dangerous, & cumbersome methods when attending to electrical issues - Schwaben Tools has developed all the right solutions for these common problems. Offering 2 or 4 amp charging, LED setting indicators, and a reverse polarity warning, the Automatic Battery Charger is a highlight of this Schwaben release. The 12 Ft 6-Gauge Booster Cables are also offered, while the Coiled Cord Circuit Tester is ideal 6 to 24 volt systems.

Upgrade your dull, yellow license plate lights with Ziza LEDs. If you're after the bright white, modern look of LEDs, your hunt is over. Installation is child's play - simply remove the old bulbs, and pop in the LEDs!

Produced and bottled exclusively in North Bay, California, Torque sells just one product: the best racing brake fluid on the market! Torque R700 Brake Fluid is the highest density brake fluid on the planet, protecting your braking system components from heat and corrosion with a boiling point of an incredible 683 degrees Fahrenheit! Also, take advantage of the best brake bleeding and filling system available! The Schwaben Level 3 Racing Brake Fluid Flush Kit includes the European Pressure Bleeder & Catch Bottles, a Schwaben Bleeder Wrench, and 1 liter of RT700 fluid.

No more pinched fingers or dropped tools - the one-hand operation Schwaben Euro Locking Pliers can be unlocked with your lower finger while maintaining grip. Included are 7" Straight Jaw Locking Pliers, 7" Curved Jaw Locking Pliers, and 6" Needle Nose Locking Pliers. Remove exhaust pipe hangers in seconds with the specially designed Schwaben Tool. Ear-Type Clamp Pliers are also available. Remove and install clamps found on CV joints, hoses, and some fuel filters. Use with a torque wrench for stainless steel clamps and extended functionality.

Upgrade your dull, yellow license plate lights with Ziza LEDs. If you're after the bright white, modern look of LEDs, your hunt is over. Installation is child's play - simply remove the old bulbs, and pop in the LEDs!

Countdown to launch... All systems go... Engage. Before your next stop light liftoff, add a space age digital system monitor to your cockpit. P3Cars Vent Integrated Digital Interface is a plug-and-play data display that fits like factory into the left side dash vent, in easy view of the pilot seat. Pop it in and plug it into your car's onboard diagnostic connector. Then scroll through critical vehicle parameters and monitor manifold pressure, system temperatures, 0-60 acceleration time, read and clear diagnostic codes, and other vital stats.

Ziza lighting solutions are truly exceptional examples of LED technology that must be seen to be fully appreciated. This latest Ziza release for the Cayenne emits a super-bright white light from the door mirrors as the doors open, illuminating the road surface below to keep you out of puddles or mud. The sense of occasion offered by this lighting is worth the upgrade alone. Easily installed at the bottom of your exterior mirrors, the stunning Ziza LEDs simply replace the OEM filament bulbs.

Achieving that show-room shine for your paint and interior surfaces requires patience and care - thorough cleaning and detailing can elevate a car to the next level. Three innovative car protection solutions from ECS give you the peace of mind that your body and interior are safe from accidental scratching, scuffing, weathering, and debris. The ECS Mechanics Seat Protector Cover is made of full-bound, padded vinyl and resists most acids, grease, dirt and grime. Keep your fender cover in place and protect your finish with the convenient and stylish ECS Magnetic Fender Covers.

There are several critical automotive projects that require pulling fluid lines – these jobs oftentimes end in an unnecessary mess from using inadequate tools and procedures. The tool experts at Schwaben have developed the highly convenient Fluid Stopper Kit for this reason, allowing you to properly clamp any fluid hoses and avoid messes or fluid losses. Additionally, the clamps offer a temporary seal, meaning you will not compromise any lines for later use. Address all common hard lines, including fuel lines, brake lines, and banjo connections.