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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.

An unfortunate consequence of the modern closed PCV/Breather system is the unintended ingestion of oil vapor and carbon into the intake tract, lowering the octane rating and leaving harmful deposits on a vehicle's intake valves and ports that result in decreased power. Engineered in-house and manufactured here in the USA, the ECS Baffled Oil Catch Can utilizes a highly efficient 4-chamber oil separator, decreasing oil ingestion and maintaining engine power output. The innovative design also catches as much blow-by gas as possible, bringing carbon buildup to an absolute minimum. 

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.

Why settle for stock? Choose the area of your car that looks like it could use some excitement and pick up where the factory left off. The ECS Badgeless Grille brings an instantly recognizable style to your VW MK5 Jetta, and is made of durable ABS molded plastic for longevity and easy painting. The ECS Carbon Fiber Mirror Cap Set adds a unique, lightweight look to your ride, while the ECS Heated Blind-Spot Mirrors help you see where you need to most. Make sure to check out the other available upgrades for your VW.

Get a more aggressive OEM look with the German-market front valance for the VW MK5 Jetta. When it comes to replacing body panels on your vehicle, do it right. Body shops and DIYers waste hours of time trying to get inferior items to fit. These front valances are made to direct-fit your MK5 Jetta. Great replacements for broken or damaged pieces or if you're just changing things up for a new look.

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.

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your car's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from fifteen52, Alzor Wheels, and MTechnica - choose from 18" and 19" sizes; Gunmetal, Silver, Matte Black, Rally White, Diamond Cut, Speed Silver, and Machined finishes; and multi-spoke, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

ECS not only offers a diverse selection of wheel styles for your VW MK5 Jetta 2.0T, but has selected designs, finishes, and sizes that perfectly complement your car's unique style. Innovative new looks are available from MTechnica, Alzor Wheels, and fifteen52 - choose from 18” and 19” sizes, Silver, Matte Black, Gun Metal, and Machined finishes in multi-spoke, monoblock retro, star pattern, and mesh faces. Each wheel is the correct center bore and bolt pattern for your VW - just click on the wheel that speaks to you and your ride!

Grabbing gears in your VW should be an engaging and exciting part of your driving experience. Unfortunately, little attention was paid to the design of your factory paddle shift levers; the OEM plastic units do very little to inspire quick downshifts and well-timed upshifts. Bring a much-needed design upgrade to your VW with S2T Paddle Shifter Sets. The larger size and aluminum construction was inspired by supercar paddle designs and are available in three styles. S2T Performance Paddle Shifters are complete replacements for your OEM paddles, guaranteeing perfect fitment.

Milltek's VW offerings exude the engineering rigor and attention to detail that come from experience developing prototype exhaust designs in highly demanding circumstances for race teams throughout the world. Every single Milltek product offering is designed and manufactured in-house in the UK. Milltek tests each system on their own dynometer through many miles of subjective analysis, fine tuning each component of each system for its specific application. Milltek's collaboration with ECS Tuning allows unprecedented access to these exceptional performance exhaust systems.

Spacers for your racer. ECS Tuning lets you tweak your stance - or swagger down the road with a 20mm monster offset. Engineered and tested in-house to fit your VW perfectly. Choose from our huge inventory of hub centric spacers in thicknesses sure to match your car, your wheels, and your shopping budget. All ECS VW 5x112 spacers are aluminum, and are black anodized for corrosion protection. Kits come with correct-length black lug bolts for a complete package.

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.

The easy to use Schwaben Bleeding Products allow you to bleed and flush your fluid systems with the convenience and accuracy of a professional. The line of fully-loaded pressure bleeders are undoubtedly the best-performing products of their kind available on the market today. Schwaben also offers a catch bottle that holds a full 1 Liter of fluid and features easy to read oil level marks for accurate draining.

Schwaben Specialty Tools announces new innovative solutions to the most common dilemmas faced by European car owners. For those hard to reach hose clamps with 7mm hex nuts, the Schwaben Hose Clamp Flex Driver features an overall length of 10-1/2" and a flex shaft length of 6" for exceptional convenience. The ergonomic handle features a non-slip grip for when your hands are oily or wet. The 46 Piece 1/4" Drive Set contains all the most popular tools needed to address the most common installation and repair projects for European cars.

Features of convenience and ease of use define this latest Schwaben Specialty Tools release. The Schwaben Telescoping Round/Rectangular Mirror offers an 9-1/2" to 29" extendable handle with a stainless steel shaft, plus a 2-1/4" mirror head mounted on a dual swivel for a full 360 degree rotation. The Schwaben Telescoping Magnet is rated to pick up 3.5 lbs. Its stainless steel shaft is 7" collapsed and 26" extended, while its powerful magnet is encased in a aluminum sleeve to help prevent side of magnet from sticking.

ECS Performance Brake Upgrades for your MKV Jetta include only the finest components, very carefully selected by our R&D team for exceptional performance, compatibility and fitment. Performance Front & Rear Brake Service Kits feature ECS GEOMET® cross drilled and slotted rotors and Hawk HPS pads, caliper carrier bolts, and rotor set screws - everything you'll need to upgrade your brakes in an afternoon. The incredible Stage 5 Big Brake Kit upgrades to 352x32 rotors and six-piston Porsche Cayenne calipers, HPS Performance Brake Pads, ECS exact-fit brake lines, and all hardware.

Why settle for stock? Choose the area of your car that looks like it could use some excitement and pick up where the factory left off. From Side Marker Kits to Blind Spot Mirrors, Skid Plates, Fog Lights, and Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps, you'll leave your shopping experience satisfied. Pick one as a weekend project. Call a pal and bolt one on.

Owners of the excellent Volkswagen 2.0T FSI Engine can now undertake a complete cylinder head rebuild without sourcing the correct parts and fluids themselves. The ECS-assembled 2.0T FSI Engine Rebuild Kit from AMC Parts contains a brand new, complete cylinder head, and all required gaskets, hardware, oil and coolant for a professional-level project. The AMC rebuild is the most thorough, effective cylinder head rebuild method available - each part is already matched for your application and guaranteed to fit, saving you the anxiety associated with parts searching.

Ideal for the Euro enthusiast enjoying an aggressive lowered ride height, the all-new Schwaben Low Profile 2 Ton Aluminum Floor Jack allows you to sneak under the ground-hugging rockers on your car. Constructed from lightweight aluminum, this exceptionally durable floor jack features a long and low profile curve for extended reach under the car. The specialty tool experts at Schwaben have designed this jack with a max lift height of 20" and a low height of just 3.25". Dual pump pistons raise the saddle to its maximum height in only 5 pump strokes with minimum effort.

Why settle for stock? ECS Essentials are a special blend of drivetrain and suspension upgrades designed to pick up where the factory left off. Each is designed to fine tune or enhance the performance and appearance of your VW MKV Jetta 2.0T; most ship free for a limited time. Pick one as a weekend project. Call a pal and bolt one on.

The performance of your turbocharger is an excellent indicator of overall engine health and your car's ability to make power. Manfiold boost pressure is a metric that should always be at the center of your attention. ECS supplies an excellent range of boost monitoring options for your VW MKV Jetta, from analog vent-mounted boost gauges, to digital interfaces that display an unprecedented level of vehicle metrics. Take a look at the ECS options and weigh them against your particular needs - you'll likely find a superb product that perfectly suits your VW.

We have a pretty good idea of what dads really want in life: a full garage... tools on top of tools on top of accessories. Make this Father's Day little extra special and reward all his hard work by treating him with the gift of ECS Tuning and Schwaben. And don't forget ECS Tuning gift cards! We now have virtual giftcards sent to you via email for that last minute gift giver.

Developed by the most distinguished experts of this industry, the VAG Professional Scan Tool is one of the most powerful aftermarket tools available for VW/AUDI vehicles. Delivering OE-level diagnostic power, the Foxwell Scanner requests and records live sensor data, provides live data graphing, reads and clear codes, turns off MILs and supports all 10 OBD II test modes. Owning a Foxwell Scan Tool separates you from the average car enthusiast, empowering you with manufacturer-level diagnostic and analytic capabilities.

The MKV Jetta 2.0T responds exceptionally well to turbocharger upgrades of all kinds. ECS now offers an assortment of exciting turbocharger upgrade kits that are sure to add significant power gains. The Stage 4 CTS Turbo Kit features a Garrett GTX3076R turbocharger that is capable of a staggering 640 horsepower or more. APR offers a vast range of turbo kits and software tuning options to bring your Jetta up to 451 horsepower. The FrankenTurbo F23T hybrid turbo is a direct bolt on upgrade, requiring no additional plumbing or modifications.

A stripped thread can turn an enjoyable weekend project into an unbearably frustrating experience, occasionally bringing the entire job to a complete halt. The Schwaben Thread Repair Kits were designed specifically for European cars with the most commonly used metric sized threads in mind, keeping your project in motion whenever metric threads are stripped or otherwise damaged. The kit contains everything to keep your project going - simply drill out the old thread, tap out the hole with the correct sized tap, and screw in a new insert with the installation tool.

Ever tried removing a radio trim bezel with a screwdriver or metal putty knife? Ugly. Ineffective. Metal prying tools gouge, scratch, and crack expensive interior parts adding needless cost and aggravation to any repair or accessory installation requiring trim panel removal. Stop the madness. Invest in one of our affordable trim removal kits. Large kit or small, our trim removal tools are made of tough, non-marring molded plastic, brightly colored so you won't leave them behind when the job is done. Do it right. Do it faster. Schwaben.

The ECS Tuning MKV Jetta Badgeless Grille offers a more aggressive, menacing look to the front of your car. These honeycomb-style grilles make for an enjoyable DIY mod, available in black with a chrome strip or black with a red strip. The grille installs easily in the place of the factory unit, requiring zero modification for perfect fitment.