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In most cases the best way to get the perfect gift in the holiday season is to go with a solid choice gift card. This makes shopping convenient and simple for both the person giving the gift and the person receiving. With an ECS Tuning gift card the family European enthusiast can choose from needed replacement parts, upgrades, or the next tool for the collection. ECS also offers a virtual gift card, perfect for last minute shopping or if your looking to set a custom amount, maybe enough to get the product you know they want but not quite sure on the fitment? 


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, 3/16” thick 5052 aluminum, with black zinc-coated steel hardware, offering complete engine undercarriage protection.

Changing the suspension setup on a refined German car often times feels like meddling with perfection. With an advanced, highly wrought coilover system, you can be confident your addition is a reliable improvement. ST coilovers by KW are made of high grade, galvanized steel, and come with a 5 year limited warranty. With engineering tailored specifically to your VW, preset damping and height adjustability provide the perfect balance between performance and ride comfort.

Companies that dedicate themselves to a specific industry niche have a head start on large, excessively diverse manufacturers. A familiarity with the challenges of making superior products is gained through the sheer time spent within a more narrow market. Sonax produces car care products. Each release by the company is a leader in its category, & their catalog is growing every day. ECS offers a staggering array of Sonax products, from the highly effective acid-free Wheel Cleaner, to deep-cleaning & odor-eliminating Upholstery/Carpet Cleaner and Premium Class Carnauba.

VWR parts, as developed by Volkswagen Racing UK for their competition racecars, have released an excellent Sport Spring Kit for the MKV Jetta. While these springs do offer the handling and styling benefits of a stiffer, lower spring, the change is a tasteful, subtle departure from the factory handling characteristics. 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.

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.

VWR parts, as developed by Volkswagen Racing UK for their competition racecars, have released CNC-machined, Dual Durometer Transmission Mounts for the MKV Jetta. Additional power creates strain on a vehicle's drivetrain, necessitating durable, thoroughly-engineered drivetrain mounts. VWR RacingLine Transmission Mounts were specifically designed with longevity and performance in mind. By better securing the transmission to the car's chassis, power transfer between the engine and wheels is more efficient, producing an instantly noticeable feeling of drivetrain connectedness.

VWR parts, as developed by Volkswagen Racing UK for their competition racecars, have released a simple to install, proven effective Short Shifter Kit for the MKV Jetta 2.0T. The VWR RacingLine Quickshift shortens gear throws by around 25% for quicker and more accurate changes. The upgrade is ideal for track and performance driving enthusiasts alike - downshifts and upshifts can be executed in much less time, allowing drivers to stay on the power longer.

The VWR RacingLine Cold Air Intake System is superior to typical aftermarket intakes because it utilizes the already effective factory cold-air routing, drawing air from outside the engine bay, avoiding power-robbing heat soak. Developed for use in Volkswagen Racing cars, the VWR system produces proven power gains throughout the entire rpm range. The larger diameter, fully-enclosed black anodized aluminum intake reduces airflow restriction, decreasing turbo spool time and enhancing overall turbo efficiency.

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.

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. Various 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 400ft/lbs. through 600+ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

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.

Tighten up. Toss those marshmallow mounts installed at the factory, and install ruggedized VF engine and transmission mounts. Unlike the liquid-filled flabby factory versions, VF replacement mounts are made of sturdy billet aluminum, with rugged polyurethane inserts. All mounts come with high strength installation hardware.

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.

The MKV Jetta's engine is secured at just three locations: the side of the engine, the end of the gearbox, and underneath the engine. These mounting points execute the critical task of limiting fore-aft engine movement; too much movement results in a loose drivetrain feel coming on and off of the throttle, and increases the chance of wheel-hop under hard acceleration. VWR parts, as developed by Volkswagen Racing UK for their competition racecars, have released CNC-machined, Dual Durometer Engine Mounts for your VW, reducing engine fore/aft movement by up to 9 degrees.

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.

The ECS Assembled Fog Light Conversion Kit has several obvious benefits. Included in the kit are brand new OEM fog light air grilles and Ziza projector fog lights, replacing your weathered or cracked factory grilles for a more modern appearance. The exciting part of this upgrade is that you can now run fog lights without complicated VCDS coding - the kit includes everything from an ECS fog light wiring harness, European headlight switch to operate the lights and all related hardware to make the installation straight forward and painless.

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.

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.

If your VW's floor mats are worn out or missing, ECS has a solution. Keep your car's interior clean and looking new with carpeted floor mats. Adding carpeted floor mats to your vehicle will not only give your vehicle’s carpet an added dose of protection, but they will also make cleaning and detailing a tad easier. If you’ve purchased a vehicle that lacks floor mats or just want some added protection for your factory mats, these new floor mats will give your interior a great new look.

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.

An exceptionally clever method of servicing your MKV Jetta's transmission fluid, the air compressor-assisted Schwaben DSG Transmission Service Tool makes the job easy, clean, and fast. Instead of relying on gravity to slowly fill your transmission with fluid, the Schwaben tool connects to a standard transmission fluid bottle and pressurizes it with an air compressor, quickly forcing the fluid into the transmission. A blow molded case conveniently stores the DSG and Tiptronic filler adapters, screw cap bottle adapter, quick-fill valve and 5 ft. of clear hose with clamps.

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.

Alzor Style 627 wheels are now available for your MKV Jetta. The machined matte-black wheels are well suited to the MKV, giving the appearance of a factory performance option. The 627 wheels are also VIA certified, having passed tests that simulate extreme loads, curb impacts, and sudden blunt forces - giving you peace of mind that the wheel will not deform or lose air pressure over time. Sets of four ET35 and ET45 wheels are available, both including four 66.6mm to 57.1mm hub-centric rings and center caps.

The rear design of the MKV Jetta 2.0T centers primarily around the tail lights. The good part about this is that you have the ability to easily refresh and update the entire rear styling of your car by upgrading to European-Style LED Tail Lights. Helix offers kits that include all four tail light pieces - two inner trunk and two outer tail light housings - in three color schemes: Red Cherry, Dark Cherry, and Blackout. The Helix kits utilize Dual-LED Color Technology that can emit either red or amber colors, giving your Jetta the sought-after, tasteful European-look.

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.

Ready to blow off a little steam? Get Forge under your hood. Stock diverter valves just can't handle performance upgrades. Add a little boost and they get all weak in the knees and go to pieces. Forge knows this. That's why they've engineered boost-hardy blow off valves tough enough to take the pressure without blowing their lids. Kits for your MKV Jetta combine a solenoid-controlled valve with blow-off valve adapter and feature an aluminum housing. Faster Response. Works and plays well with engine management systems.

The MKV comes with an excellent handling package, but there's always room for improvement. Let H&R up your game with an adjustable sway bar that picks up where VW left off. Made in Germany, H&R sport springs, sway bars, and adjustable coilovers are built on decades of experience designing world class suspension upgrades; then manufactured to old world standards where "excellence" is more than just a word.

Pop-in-place good looks. Unlike many appearance upgrades that require expensive installation and color matching, race inspired carbon fiber mirror covers from ECS Tuning are an easy install. No special fitting. No hassles. Pop the old one's out, pop these on and get going. This fast and easy styling statement complements any color MKV. Let carbon fiber mirror covers from ECS reflect your good taste.

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 same time of service to avoid doing the same repair twice.