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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 2.5L, 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!

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.

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.

A revered name in the performance aftermarket parts industry, Integrated Engineering now offers a series of outstanding engine internal, fuel system, air induction, and boost control upgrades for the MKV Jetta. The stunning appearance gives hint to the outstanding craftsmanship that is characteristic of every Integrated release. Integrated forged engine internal components are good for 800+hp engine builds.

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.

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 2.5L; most ship free for a limited time. Pick one as a weekend project. Call a pal and bolt one on.

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.

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 brown bag stock to hybrid-mix kits combining original equipment and specialty performance upgrades, 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.

We have a pretty good idea of what dads really want in life: a full garage - but not full of just anything. Ideally, dad needs the perfect tools to pour over every dimension of his baby on summer weekends and evenings. Make this Father's Day little extra special and reward all his hard work by treating him with the gift of Schwaben. Organization, mobility, vision, safety, and charging specialty tools give dad the motivation he needs to get out there and enjoy his hobby like a pro.

For over 35 years, Escort has been a leader in high-performance radar and laser detectors. Offering advanced features of convenience such as GPS, Bluetooth, and cell phone integration, as well as clever performance features like all-band ultimate radar/laser protection, 'instant on', and laser shifters, Escort radar detectors are the pinnacle of protection for the automotive enthusiast. ECS Tuning is proud to be your authorized dealer of Escort products, the most intelligent solution for discerning drivers.

The Volkswagen MKV Jetta has proven itself to be a viable performance tuning platform, with superb handling dynamics and a willing chassis. One area of this particular model's suspension that can use bolstering is at the sway bar. ECS now offers an array of large diameter sway bars, each designed to better decrease body roll through turns and wandering at highway speeds. Reduce body roll in turns, stiffen suspension, and add a much needed dimension of handling predictability - each kit is designed to fit and function in perfect harmony with your car.

Enlighten your engine with new LIQUI MOLY Molygen engine oil, exclusively available in the United States through ECS. Using revolutionary molecular friction control, Molygen will provide the quality protection your VW or Audi deserves. Molygen is specifically engineered to preserve, cool, and lubricate your naturally aspirated or forced induction engine from performance use to daily driving. ECS now offers Molygen for VW and Audi engines, sold individually, or in complete service kits.

The Volkswagen Direkt-Schalt-Getriebe or "direct shift gearbox" is a stunning achievement of drivetrain engineering. A significantly reduced loss in power transfer through gearshifts is achieved through a novel clutch mechanism design. If you notice that your transmission jerks excessively between shifts, emits a loud 'clunk' when shifting, or if you experience irregular lagging when starting off, the Genuine VW DSG Clutch Repair Kit is likely the most effective and comprehensive solution.

Squeak. Streak. Squeak. Streak. Tired of noisy, last century wiper blades that chatter and don't clean your windshield? Upgrade to sleek wiper arms with beam-style wiper blades in a minute with TRICO. Single strip TRICO NeoForm beam-style blades are simpler and more durable than conventional blades. The wiper blade rubber is attached to a single beam backing strip that bends to the curve of your windshield for clean, quiet wiping. At this very low price and free shipping, its a no brainer.

The growing Schwaben Tool catalog has just expanded again with the release of the superbly engineered, exceptionally reliable Schwaben hand tools - now available from ECS tuning. The new Schwaben 1/2" breaker bar has a full 180°swing for those hard to reach bolts and nuts. A complete set of Schwaben twelve-point metric combination wrenches from 8 to 19 mm is also available. Mechanic-quality 290mm and 200mm long ratchets featuring a durable fine satin finish round off this latest premium tool release.