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ECS tuning knows that Valentine's day represents a day of love and togetherness and we want to help. For most car nuts nothing is better than bringing your two loves together, working on your car and your significant other. The dream; getting some quality time together while turning a wrench, could be made into a date night in the garage. Already living the dream? Let Schwaben & ECS help you enjoy that quality time with specialty tools and smooth turning wrenches — The perfect torque specs for your relationship.

Horn blasts and sideswipe near misses during lane changes are scary stuff. If you're lucky, all you get is a massive dose of horn before swerving back to your own lane. Where did HE come from? Heated Blind Spot mirrors expand your rear vision area to include that guy shadowing your quarter panel. These are easy to install, look good, and make merging with traffic a non-contact sport.

The MK6 Jetta GLI has become one of the most popular Volkswagens to upgrade, tune, and personalize. With a plethora of options available, how do you choose what to do next? Each of the following parts have become extremely popular by fixing, fine tuning, or enhancing the performance and appearance of your VW. Pick one as a weekend project. Call a pal and bolt one on.

Schwaben Specialty tools has earned a reputation for producing exceptionally clever tools for a variety of difficult automotive projects. Their latest Wheel Essentials release contains superb examples of the Schwaben approach to premium tool design and manufacturing. The unique Protecta Socket Kit helps prevent damage during wheel installation & removal. Quickly measure bolt circle on wheels or hubs with the Schwaben Wheel Bolt Pattern Gauge. The Schwaben Low Profile Aluminum Floor Jack is loaded with design details that make this floor jack one of the best jacks on the market.

Get the best floor mats available for all-weather protection to endure the harshest conditions from WeatherTech and Genuine VW. 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. WeatherTech mats, available in tan, black, or gray complement virtually any interior color while preserving your interior to keep it looking new.

Here are some frictional characters you can believe in. ECS Tuning clutch kits let you restore the smooth clutch operation and performance you expect from your manual transmission. Knowing that one size can't possibly fit all, we've gone out of our way to give you the choices you want. From single mass flywheel conversions that replace your failure prone dual mass flywheel to all out performance upgrades rated at 600+ ft/lbs. you're sure to find the clutch kit that suits your needs, and exceeds your expectations. If your clutch has swapped grip for slip, order soon.

Here are some frictional characters you can believe in. ECS Tuning clutch kits let you restore the smooth clutch operation and performance you expect from your manual transmission. Knowing that one size can't possibly fit all, we've gone out of our way to give you the choices you want. From single mass flywheel conversions that replace your failure prone dual mass flywheel to all out performance upgrades rated at 600+ ft/lbs. you're sure to find the clutch kit that suits your needs, and exceeds your expectations. If your clutch has swapped grip for slip, order soon.

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. Three stages & three 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 400 ft/lbs. and 600+ ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

When adding performance enhancing modifications to your vehicle, you need a way to get the power to the wheels. The ECS Tuning clutch kit is perfect for preventing premature wear and slippage during heavy acceleration. When paired with the ECS Tuning lightweight steel flywheel, not only will this clutch reliably hold 250 ft-lbs of torque, it provides blistering engagement times. This kit is perfect for someone looking to harness a little more power without sacrificing daily drivability.

Put the metal to your pedals with trim kits from ECS Tuning. We have complete ECS brand pedal kits for manual and automatic transmission cars, in bodacious brushed stainless steel. If OE kits are the flavor you favor, we also have original equipment brushed stainless pedals, including R-Line sets. Order standard kits or add a dead pedal, an option available separately on our site. Then use our handy installation guide to get the job done.

The EVO Series by Prosport Performance is the four time award winning, industry first, dual color digital gauge product line. These gauges feature a black bezel and completely blacked out screen when turned off. Quick glance accuracy is achieved thanks to the 270° dial sweep. All EVO Series gauges perform a dramatic full digital sweep and self-check on start-up. Available in dimmable red/blue or green/white backlighting, these gauges not only look good but also give a precise digital read-out that allows you to monitor the performance of your VW.

The factory springs on your VW were designed to exacting standards by some of the world's most talented engineers. Replacing this component requires careful consideration - especially if you're concerned with making a lasting improvement to your vehicle. These highly affordable suspension packages eliminate guesswork by combining full height adjustment at all four corners with matching dampers, engineered with fixed, pre-calibrated settings to improve ride quality.

The OEM water pipe is made of plastic, like many other components in your cooling system. This plastic becomes brittle over time and exposure to constant temperature change. Instead of installing another plastic piece that is bound to fail, ECS engineered a permanent solution; Our Billet Aluminum Water Pipe. We started with the OEM piece to ensure we get all the critical dimensions just right. Machined from 6061 aluminum for a strong yet lightweight pipe and anodized to protect against corrosion. This is designed to be the last water pipe you'll ever need to replace.

The EVO Series by Prosport Performance is the four time award winning, industry first, dual color digital gauge product line. These gauges feature a black bezel and completely blacked out screen when turned off. Quick glance accuracy is achieved thanks to the 270° dial sweep. All EVO Series gauges perform a dramatic full digital sweep and self-check on start-up. Available in dimmable red/blue or green/white backlighting, these gauges not only look good but also give a precise digital read-out that allows you to monitor the performance of your VW.

Did your 1.8T oil pan go head to head with a concrete parking lot barrier? Guess who lost. VW cast aluminum oil pans have a glass jaw that shatters on impact. Installing another is just asking for a repeat performance. That's why ECS Tuning came up with a Hybrid oil pan that can take a punch without going weak in the knees. Made of lightweight aluminum with a steel bottom for added strength, the ECS Hybrid oil pan comes as a complete installation upgrade kit that includes pre-assembled pan, sealer, turbo oil return adapter, and oil pickup. Our online tutorial makes it easy.

Get the best floor mats available for all-weather protection to endure the harshest conditions from WeatherTech and Genuine VW. 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. WeatherTech mats, available in tan, black, or gray complement virtually any interior color while preserving your interior to keep it looking new.

The EVO Series by Prosport Performance is the four time award winning, industry first, dual color digital gauge product line. These gauges feature a black bezel and completely blacked out screen when turned off. Quick glance accuracy is achieved thanks to the 270° dial sweep. All EVO Series gauges perform a dramatic full digital sweep and self-check on start-up. Available in dimmable red/blue or green/white backlighting, these gauges not only look good but also give a precise digital read-out that allows you to monitor the performance of your VW.

Horn blasts and sideswipe near misses during lane changes are scary stuff. If you're lucky, all you get is a massive dose of horn before swerving back to your own lane. Where did HE come from? Heated Blind Spot mirrors expand your rear vision area to include that guy shadowing your quarter panel. These are easy to install, look good, and make merging with traffic a non-contact sport.

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!

Horn blasts and sideswipe near misses during lane changes are scary stuff. If you're lucky, all you get is a massive dose of horn before swerving back to your own lane. Where did HE come from? Heated Blind Spot mirrors expand your rear vision area to include that guy shadowing your quarter panel. These are easy to install, look good, and make merging with traffic a non-contact sport.

Horn blasts and sideswipe near misses during lane changes are scary stuff. If you're lucky, all you get is a massive dose of horn before swerving back to your own lane. Where did HE come from? Heated Blind Spot mirrors expand your rear vision area to include that guy shadowing your quarter panel. These are easy to install, look good, and make merging with traffic a non-contact sport.

Schwaben offers an extensive line of European specialty tools as well as standard tools to your collection. It doesn't stop there, we even offer items to help keep your car cleaner while getting work done and mobility for both you and your tools. See our perfectly bundled hand tool kits that make an excellent addition to any tool box.

Snap rings can be found everywhere, especially on cars. When you come across a snap ring in your repairs often times people use methods that are either not safe or may cause damage to the snap ring or other components. Snap ring pliers make it much easier, I guess you could say it makes the job a "snap". Schwaben offers these pliers in a 5-pc kit so you're completely prepared with multiple sizes and angles.

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 clutch stages and four driving styles are accommodated for, allowing you to carefully choose the exact clutch for your VW VR6 12v. The torque requirements of daily drivers, drag racers, endurance cars, and more extreme applications are covered by 300 ft/lbs through 525+ ft/lbs clutch ratings.

If you're looking to add a motorsport-inspired, aggressive look to your VW, this carbon fiber hood from ECS is exactly what you're looking for. Constructed from high-quality carbon fiber, this hood can be painted to match your car, or left bare to make a bold statement. This Carbon Fiber Hood weighs 25 pounds as compared to the OEM steel hood at 46 pounds, saving 21 pounds overall. Save weight and look great.

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. Three clutch stages and three driving styles are accommodated for, allowing you to carefully choose the exact clutch for your VW MK4 6-Speed Manual. The torque requirements of daily drivers, drag racers, endurance cars, and more extreme applications are covered by 375 ft/lbs through 485+ ft/lbs clutch ratings.

When adding performance enhancing modifications to your vehicle, you need a way to get the power to the wheels. The ECS Tuning clutch kit is perfect for preventing premature wear and slippage during heavy acceleration. When paired with the ECS Tuning lightweight steel flywheel, not only will this clutch reliably hold 250 ft-lbs of torque, it provides blistering engagement times. This kit is perfect for someone looking to harness a little more power without sacrificing daily drivability.

The EVO Series by Prosport Performance is the four time award winning, industry first, dual color digital gauge product line. These gauges feature a black bezel and completely blacked out screen when turned off. Quick glance accuracy is achieved thanks to the 270° dial sweep. All EVO Series gauges perform a dramatic full digital sweep and self-check on start-up. Available in dimmable red/blue or green/white backlighting, these gauges not only look good but also give a precise digital read-out that allows you to monitor the performance of your VW.

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!

When adding performance enhancing modifications to your vehicle, you need a way to get the power to the wheels. The ECS Tuning clutch kit is perfect for preventing premature wear and slippage during heavy acceleration. When paired with the ECS Tuning lightweight steel flywheel, not only will this clutch reliably hold 250 ft-lbs of torque, it provides blistering engagement times. This kit is perfect for someone looking to harness a little more power without sacrificing daily drivability.