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the ECS Billet Aluminum Oil Filter Housing for your Audi or VW will add a touch of class to an ordinary part generally overlooked with durable and attractive convenience. The factory plastic housing can be brittle and is the most appealing part of your engine bay. Give your Audi or VW engine another piece to set it apart from the masses with this aluminum oil filter housing.

Now available to complete your perfect shift feel; The ECS Billet Adjustable Side-to-Side Shift Lever features 3 adjustable, threaded shifter positions* to give maximum benefits of dialing in your perfect shift feel. Constructed of billet aluminum to replace the flimsy plastic OEM shift relay lever, and coated in a durable black anodized finish for excellent corrosion resistance. SIDE-TO-SIDE SHIFTER: Features 3 adjustable shifter positions (Stock, 20% or 40% throw reduction) F2B SHIFTER: Features 4 adjustable shifter positions (Stock, 7%, 28% or 49% throw reduction)

Don't let a tough project stop you in your tracks! Get the right tool for the job with Schwaben Hand Tools from ECS. Tools you can depend on, designed to put the DIY power in your hands, and ready to tackle general and specific jobs, Schwaben Tools are ready to make themselves at home in your garage.

Now you can let your open-face alloys showcase massive NEUSPEED six-piston calipers and ECS Performance Rotors, for a look that turns heads. The NEUSPEED six-piston forged calipers replace the stock factory floating, single piston calipers. This upgrade improves brake pedal modulation with a greater applied force. The result; shorter, repeatable stopping performance! The NEUSPEED calipers are properly sized to the factory VW/Audi master cylinder. Allowing for precise and responsive braking points without the hassle of retrofitting additional parts.

Looking to make more power from your Audi/VW but afraid of melting your factory clutch with the added power? Dreading the large expense and harsh driving of most aftermarket clutch kits? At ECS we felt the same pain and decided to carry on our legacy of designing top quality, easy to drive clutch kits, now available for your Audi or VW 2.0T platform 6spd vehicles. Our kit is in-house engineered to reliably hold 400 ft/lbs of crank torque with specifically selected components for performance and daily driving, while retaining easy commuting characteristics and enthusiast-minded feel!

When the going gets tough sometimes the only tool you want is a good hammer. The Schwaben hammers are built for a lifetime of use from top quality materials. The Ball Peen hammers feature a drop forged steel heads and ergonomic handles giving you accurate striking punches and chisels. The 36-oz Dead Blow hammer is designed with steel shot inside head, delivering a stronger force and at the same time prevents any rebound. For when maximum force is needed with minimal rebound.

An especially classy and convenient addition to your VW, these upgraded switches give you control of your visibility. Your new European headlight switch will operate missing new features with this simple upgrade that you can install in minutes. Don't get left in the dark!

Every 40,000 miles, your DSG transmission needs to be serviced. Picking the perfect kit can often be overwhelming, so the experts at ECS Tuning have put together this configurable Build Your Own DSG Service Kit which allows you to pick your favorite brand of each component and choose whether or not you need certain options.

If you've been putting off required maintenance on your car you surely shouldn't wait much longer. 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 same time of service to avoid doing the same repair twice.

Regular oil and filter changes are critical to extend your VW's engine life. ECS Tuning makes it easy for you to keep your maintenance up-to-date with a variety of Genuine Volkswagen & ECS assembled options. Service kits include everything you'll need to perform a premium oil service on your Volkswagen. Select kits include the ECS Magnetic Drain Plug which attracts and holds minute abrasive and ferrous metal particles, preventing their circulation through lubrication systems.

Along with the savings from ST, ECS Tuning is also offering gift cards up to $50 and free shipping on select products. Featuring low-friction, pressure resistant housings and chrome-plated piston rods for maximum longevity, ST X series suspensions provide more predictable, stable handling dynamics and height adjustability across a wide range.

Regular oil and filter changes are critical to extend your VW's engine life. ECS Tuning makes it easy for you to keep your maintenance up-to-date with a variety of Genuine Volkswagen & ECS assembled options. Service kits include everything you'll need to perform an oil service on your Volkswagen. Select kits include the ECS Magnetic Drain Plug which attracts and holds minute abrasive and ferrous metal particles, preventing their circulation through lubrication systems.

The COBB Knob is designed to keep those extended shifting sessions exhilarating. The billet aluminum base is available in anodized red or black to help set the mood. Internally threaded to provide a tight fit onto the shifter shaft, this won't come loose even in the most frenzied of gear changes. The delrin knob available in satin black or white feels incredible with the perfectly round contour to fit right in the palm of your hand. Weighing in at a lightweight 117 grams, encouraging fast, smooth thrusts into every gear.

More air means more power - it's for this simple reason that an easy-to-install performance intake from ECS should be first on your list of engine upgrades for your VW. The putative principle behind a cold air intake is that cooler air has a higher density, thus containing more oxygen per volume unit than warmer air. To help reduce unintended ingestion of oil vapor and carbon into the intake tract, the ECS Baffled Oil Catch Can utilizes a highly efficient 4 chamber oil separator that significantly improves oil/air separation - restoring engine power and efficiency.

While supplies last during the Genuine VW/Audi Summer Sale. Take your bike wherever you go, without the need to remove the front wheel with the Genuine Upright Bike Carrier.

If adventure is what you seek, don't let anything slow you down. There's never been a better time than now to load up and take all of your gear along with roof racks and necessities from Yakima and RockyMounts. Wherever you go and whatever you take, these racks will hold it. Bikes, skis, snowboards, or surfboards, no problem. Cargo carriers, cage baskets, canoes, and kayaks, there are rack accessories, straps, and locks to hold them down. With many different designs, colors, and options, you'll find exactly what you need with the style that you are looking for.

Under hood dress up is made up of caps and covers to transform your engine bay from boring to beauty. Giving your engine bay a dash of classy flare that you can be proud to open your hood and show off. Add a flash of style and elegance under your hood with our direct fit ECS Tuning Carbon Fiber Engine Cover. Billet machined accessories dress up the engine bay, eliminating your dingy plastic caps for a high class and quality look. The result is a unified engine bay appearance better suited for showing off your ride's powerplant.

Auto repair professionals understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners. Too tight, and the fastener may be weakened and break. Too loose and everything just falls apart. You can tighten nuts and bolts like a pro with these torque wrenches from Schwaben, Central Tools, and GearWrench.

Improve performance and your vehicle's sound with these exhaust systems from Invidia. Their cat-back system features a 3" stainless steel construction, with titanium or rolled stainless tips. The cat-back systems are also resonated, providing a sporty exhaust note that is true to the vehicles nature. To really free up some extra power throughout the entire RPM range, bolt on their 3" high flow catalytic converter stainless steel downpipe. For performance and sound that can not be beat, bolt on Invidia.

One of the often afterthoughts in manufacturing is the design and style of mirrors. Take your bland side view mirrors and give them something to show off with the Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps for your VW MK6 Golf/GTI/R! Lightweight design paired with ornately hand-laid carbon fiber gives these replacement caps an attractive and sporty aura to your side views, taking them from required safety equipment to talking points at the car show!

No toolbox is complete without the Schwaben Torque Wrenches! Every nut and bolt on your car has a specific torque the manufacturer intended to be tight enough to do its job without being dangerously snug. Make sure you are doing the job the right way every time with these toque wrenches to prevent failure or wear that could have otherwise been avoided! Now is the perfect time to complete your tool box or replace 'borrowed' or missing tools by saving up to 15% on select Schwaben Torque Wrenches!

The belly pans provided for modern Volkswagens have always appeared to be under-engineered, out of place, cost-cutting parts. Many enthusiasts have chosen to run their cars without this protective cover entirely. This decision, however, ignores the unfortunate reality that the belly pan protects several critical engine and drivetrain components. ECS has a much more sensible solution – The Street Shield Skid Plate features corrosion resistant, air-ventilated, 5052 lightweight aluminum, with all hardware, offering complete engine undercarriage protection.

Even though the days are getting shorter, your to do list keeps getting longer. Don’t get caught working in the dark. Equip yourself with some brilliant LED lighting from Schwaben and give your projects a brighter future with powerful clean LED light. Schwaben's Underhood shop light grabs onto your hood, beaming direct light into the engine bay. The Schwaben droplight is perfect for always being there when you need it, and keeping out of the way when you don't. Stop the low visibility frustrations — Lighten up with Schwaben!

ECS now offers an assortment of 3SDM wheel options for your VW, selected for their ability to perfectly complement your Volkswagen. Choose from 18" or 19" sizes in a variety of exciting designs, from the monobock twisted 18-spoke Style 0.04 to the inspired five-spoke concave Style 0.05. An excellent option for the enthusiast looking to move beyond the predictable wheel choices, 3SDM wheel options bring that next-level look to your VW.

Today's modern engines were made with complex tools that only dealerships seem to have on hand. This forces one to take their vehicle to a dealer in order to get routine service. With these new tools from Schwaben, you can do this service yourself. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, ignition coils, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the tool for the job. These high-quality and long lasting tools will do the job right the first time, giving you more time to enjoy your vehicle where it belongs, on the road.

BFI just raised the bar when it comes to one of the most frequently touched parts of your car's interior. These heavyweight shift knobs feel like butter in palm of your hand, thanks due to the top grain perforated air leather or black alcantara that it's wrapped in. Weighing in at 215 to 250 grams the added inertial mass makes shifting effort substantially less while speeding up the process at the same time. The machining is top notch, and the detailed crest coin gives that classy yet sporting look which elevates any interior's level by at least 50 cool points!

Today's modern engines were made with complex tools that only dealerships seem to have on hand. This forces one to take their vehicle to a dealer in order to get routine service. With these new tools from Schwaben, you can do this service yourself. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, ignition coils, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the tool for the job.

Developed by the most distinguished experts of this industry, the Schwaben Professional Scan Tool is one of the most powerful aftermarket tools available for your European car. From simple trouble code reads/clears, service light resets, parking brake deactivation, recording live sensor data, to providing live data graphing; The Schwaben Professional Scan Tool does it all! Owning a Schwaben Scan Tool separates you from the average car enthusiast, empowering you with manufacturer-level diagnostic and analytic capabilities. Diagnose. Code. Adapt.

VW/Audi Clearance Sale! While Supplies Last!

Improving the performance and driving dynamics of your vehicle is as easy as installing a Luft-Technik Induction System from ECS Tuning! We produced these intakes to be both stylish and functional under the hood of your vehicle, giving you something to enjoy when you are driving or showing your car. Added performance increases proven on the dyno show our improved Luft-Technik hard at work giving you more power and torque with the benefit of a powerful induction noise. Pick your colors, check out our installation documents, and start enjoying your vehicle to the fullest!