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ECS believes your boost gauge should be easy to see, blend with your interior, and provide you with the most accurate readings at all times. Other methods of acquiring a boost/vacuum signal can lead to skewed data being transmitted to your ECU, ultimately dropping engine power. You can be certain that all critical data is not affected and your engine's ECU has all of its valuable information to properly adjust timing and fuel with our leading edge design! Get a quick, accurate reading at any time, without taking your eyes off the road.

Plastic coolant connections are consistently subjected to heat shock, corrosive substances, & chemical degradation. Considering the importance of adequate engine cooling, coolant fitting upgrades are always a wise investment. ECS has brought you a cast-aluminum replacement for the plastic coolant split pipe on the MKIV Golf/GTI 1.8T. This highly failure-prone fitting can be responsible for a sudden, major coolant leak – over-heating engine internals, causing catastrophic damage. The ECS coolant split pipe will withstand excessive abuse, restoring faith in your cooling system.

Schwaben's latest additions to their catalog of excellent specialty tools, the Automatic Battery Charger and Coiled Cord Circuit Tester are professional-quality, highly convenient tools that belong in every home mechanic's toolbox. Utilizing short circuit protection, 8 LED indicators, charging voltage auto-select, & selectable charging current, the Schwaben Automatic Battery Charger is designed to work on 6 or 12 volt Lead-acid batteries. Featuring an easily visible high-intensity LED bulb, the Schwaben Circuit Tester is a superb example of one of the most useful electrical tools.

Whenever a service is performed that requires the removal of the valve cover, replacing the gasket is so simple and effective that it should be done every time. A common source of oil leaks and excessive engine smoke, the valve cover gasket seals the engine cover to the cylinder head, allowing oil to effectively lubricate your valvetrain. The ECS assembled Valve Cover Gasket Kit is a complete valve cover servicing, alleviating concerns of future problems by addressing most of the components above your valve cover as well as the gasket itself.

ECS engineers have again arrived at a clever, permanent solution to a perennial VW/Audi design flaw. ECS T6 6061 Billet Aluminum Oil Filter Housings not only instantly eliminate this disastrous prospect, but feature a striking anodized silver or black appearance. And as always, ECS has gone a step further to assemble convenient Oil Service Kits to complement your new aluminum housing, each complete with six quarts of '''premium''' oil for your 1.8T/2.0T Gen3 engine, an oil drain plug, oil filter, and oil filter gasket.

MKIV Golf/GTI's came from the factory with a poor glove box design. Instead of replacing the broken unit with a used part that is bound to fail again, fix the problem permanently with the updated Glove Box Lid with redesigned hinge. This part is an exact color match for the Golf/GTI, and because it's an OEM part, fitment and quality are guaranteed.

ECS Exact-Fit stainless steel 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.

Need more clearance? Eastwood will move your fenders out of harm's way. Just bolt the Eastwood fender roller to the wheel hub, adjust the roller radius and tension, and roll your fender lips to provide precious clearance that prevents interference between tire and fender. An adjustable radius from 14 to almost 23 inches and mounting head that fits 4 or 5 bolt hub patterns up to 120.6mm (4.75) inches makes this roller ideal for most car and small truck fenders.

If you're fortunate enough to drive your car all year round in nice weather then read no further. For the rest of us who are forced to drive through snow and salt-covered roads the last thing any of us want to do is tear up a nice set of summer wheels. Fortunately, at ECS we have a wide selection of wheels that won't break the bank! Available in 18x8.0" at ET30 or ET35 in a wide array of custom styling -- you can mount your favorite set of snow tires and look good too. Protected against corrosion in Hyper Silver or Matte Black finishes.

Tired of struggling to open your hatch with full hands? ECS has the perfect solution: The MKIV hatch pop kit! This revolutionary kit combines the best of OEM VAG parts with ECS in-house engineered parts to guarantee your hatch opens on the first press every time. We designed a simple bolt-in solution that maintains 100% of your factory functionality. You can open by hand, with your key or the simple press of your key fob. Your hatchback will maintain a completely factory appearance, once the kit is installed you can't tell its there.

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.

If you're fortunate enough to drive your car all year round in nice weather then read no further. For the rest of us who are forced to drive through snow and salt-covered roads the last thing any of us want to do is tear up a nice set of summer wheels. Fortunately, at ECS we have a wide selection of wheels that won't break the bank! Available in 18x8.0" at ET30 or ET35 in a wide array of custom styling -- you can mount your favorite set of snow tires and look good too. Protected against corrosion in Hyper Silver or Matte Black finishes.

VWR parts, as developed by Volkswagen Racing UK for their competition racecars, have released an excellent Sport Spring Kit for the MKVI Golf/GTI. While these springs do offer the handling and styling benefits of a stiffer, lower spring, the change is a tasteful departure from factory. Daily driving comfort is not compromised, lowering a subtle but instantly noticeable 20-25mm. Developed in Europe exclusively for your Volkswagen, VWR Sport Springs are a smart, reasonable suspension upgrade.

Features of convenience and versatility define this latest group of industry-standard hand tools from Schwaben, the European specialty tool experts. The 24-inch long, flexible Locking Hose Clamp Pliers make removing metal or plastic self-tightening hose clamps an infinitely more simple and quick task. For oil & fuel filter removal, Schwaben's 4-position adjustable Swivel Jaw Filter Wrench Pliers feature Sure-Grip teeth to provide the right amount of clamping force for the job. The superb 12-piece Metric Socket Set completes this latest new and exciting Schwaben product release.

South Bend Clutch has been manufacturing performance and street clutches for 40+ years. This dedication to product specialization makes today's South Bend products incredibly refined. Four stages & driving styles are accommodated for, allowing you to carefully choose the exact clutch for your needs. The torque requirements of daily drivers, track or drift cars, high-powered street cars, & dedicated race cars are covered by 325ft/lbs. through 525ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

Schwaben's reputation for producing highly reliable, finely crafted specialty tools is growing rapidly - consumers are beginning to see the extraordinary value behind the Schwaben name. Nowhere is the dependability and security associated with the Schwaben name more important than with their latest 3-Ton Aluminum Jack Stands. The all-aluminum stands feature heavy-duty flanged bases for exceptional stability, while the over-engineered .584" diameter load pin rigidly secures the post in six different positions for convenience and peace of mind.

Alzor® has earned a reputation for capturing classic, iconic wheel designs and producing them for creative applications. Style 606 Wheels are some of the best examples of the multi-spoke wheel design, perfectly balancing the high-class look with performance functionality. Square sets of four 18” wheels are available in Matte Black and Silver, both at a perfect ET35 offset for your VW Golf/GTI.

Tired of tacky looking, out-of-place boost gauges? P3 cars presents the P3 Boost Gauge. Featuring the same clean digital display you're used to seeing on their Vent Integrated Digital Interface (VIDI) line, only at a fraction of the price. Color matched to seamlessly mesh with your vehicle's interior, all boost gauge models include an on-the-fly configuration menu for setting measurement units (BAR/PSI) for boost, as well as feature options, and ambient calibration.

Volkswagen has distinguished itself as a company by acquiring successful brands and cultivating a design and engineering philosophy that permeates each company under the VW name. The benefit for the VW owner is that styling elements can be drawn from exotic cars and still appear factory. Alzor 050 Wheels feature an instantly recognizable, deeply stylish five-spoke design that looks perfectly at home on your Golf or GTI. Both Hyper Silver and Gunmetal finishes suit the complex, yet tasteful wheel, conveniently available as a set of four.

When installing new coilovers or springs on your vehicle, you'll find that mounts, bearings, & hardware are severely worn and occasionally unusable. ECS assembled Lowering Installation Kits include all the critical replacement hardware & components for a higher quality lowering job. Kits are available with upper strut mounts, strut bearings, retaining bolts & nuts for struts, upper shock mounts and new one-time-use axle bolts. Kits are also available with convenient specialty tools, including a spindle spreader tool, M14 triple square socket, and Schwaben Spring Compressor Kit.

Massive rotors, multiple-piston brakes, and advanced pads are glamorous, eye-catching upgrades to your vehicle. But experienced enthusiasts know that all that stopping power relies on adequately bled brake lines. Your brake fluid is incompressible, like a metal; but air is compressible, so ridding your lines of this gas is imperative for fully realized braking power and response. ECS has an array of solutions to tighten up your braking system, including a Power Brake Bleeder, multiple synthetic Brake Fluid options, and a premium Schwaben Brake Bleeder Wrench.

The average home mechanic might not even realize the benefit of having a sturdy, hand-height shelf to place tools on in the heat of a project. Instead of carelessly leaving tools on the ground or mixed up in a pile, Schwaben Service Carts bring the professionalism of a reliable mechanic's cart to your own garage. Three series of carts are offered, each featuring a stunning, durable high-gloss powder-coated finish, chrome plated steel handles, and large 4" casters. Heavy-duty Deluxe units are also available, with a third product adding a locking top lid and drawer.

Be sure you have everything you need when installing your new suspension system. This kit was created to eliminate the worry of stripped and stretched hardware or worn strut/shock mounts. Whether you’re installing shocks/struts, a cup kit, or a complete coilover system, these kits include everything needed to install a new suspension on your vehicle.

Volkswagen has distinguished itself as a company by acquiring successful brands and cultivating a design and engineering philosophy that permeates each company under the VW name. The benefit for the VW owner is that styling elements can be drawn from exotic cars and still appear factory. Alzor 050s feature are an instantly recognizable, deeply stylish five-spoke design that looks perfectly at home on the MKIV Golf/GTI. Both Hyper Silver and Gunmetal finishes suit the complex, yet tasteful wheel, conveniently available as a set of four.

If you've been putting off required maintenance on your car you surely shouldn't wait much longer. There are only a few more weeks left before the weather turns for the worse, leaving the DIY'er only a short window to get your vehicle back to maintenance standards before you're left out in the cold. At ECS Tuning we've assembled multiple kits of all the major services to help you avoid troublesome hang-ups and costly repairs. Most kits include additional components that should be replaced at the same time of service to avoid doing the same repair twice.

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.

If you're fortunate enough to drive your car all year round in nice weather then read no further. For the rest of us who are forced to drive through snow and salt-covered roads the last thing any of us want to do is tear up a nice set of summer wheels. Fortunately, at ECS we have a wide selection of inexpensive wheels that won't break the bank! With sizes from 17x7.0", 17x7.5" & 18x8.0" in a wide array of custom styling -- you can mount your favorite set of snow tires and look good too. Protected against corrosion in Hyper Silver or Matte Black finishes.

From JOM Germany comes this 22 millimeter Front Sway Bar that was designed for one purpose -- to keep you level. If your car is rocking like an ocean going vessel each and every time you go around a corner, it might be time for a new sway bar. A sway bar is a torsion spring that resists body roll motions. Sway bars provide two main functions. The first function is the reduction of body lean. The other function of anti-roll bars is to tune the handling balance of a car. Understeer or oversteer behavior can be tuned out by changing the proportion of the total roll stiffness.

Be sure you have everything you need when installing your new suspension system. This kit was created to eliminate the worry about stripped and stretched hardware or worn strut/shock mounts. Whether you’re installing shocks/struts, a cup kit, or a complete coilover system, these kits include everything needed to install a new suspension on your vehicle.

A frequent dilemma when fitting an upgraded seat belt to track-prepared street cars is how to balance the needs of daily driving with the demands of performance driving. A dedicated track-day setup is typically impractical, while running without a substantial harness forces the driver to use the steering wheel to hold themselves in place. Schroth Racing Quick Fit Harnesses are fully reversible and anchor to the factory seat belt pre-tensioner, allowing the airbags to deploy as the VW engineers intended. Both left (driver) and right (passenger) harnesses are available.