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Your wheels and tires require a little extra care and attention, especially during storage. ECS offers several smart & simple storage solutions, specifically designed for your Vehicle. The Schwaben Wheel Tree is a non-marring Wheel Rack, allowing you to safely store your wheels & tires upright in close corners. The Schwaben Wheel & Tire Rack saves your floor space, securely mounting your wheels & tires on the wall.

If your looking to add fog lights to your MKV Jetta this OEM retrofit kit can help you get the job done fast. With everything included you wont be left searching for needed parts during installation. These OEM VW Audi housings fit right into your lower bumper grill spaces for the factory look. Standard headlights might not always give you the best sight range during bad weather, adding halogen fog lights can give you that extra vision needed to keep your car on the road. This kit uses all factory VW/Audi brand parts for a effortless fitment.

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All new, stylish grille kits from ECS Tuning turn your Jetta into an MKV in Wolfsburg clothing. This is a great opportunity to give your stock ride a very special facelift using one of five original equipment kits, from blackout grille with chrome VW emblem to two or four-piece grille sets; with or without fog lamp openings. These products are a fast and easy way to give your ride a special edition look. We've even posted videos showing you how easy they are to install.

Fresh coolant is paramount to safe & reliable engine operation. Unfortunately, the process of bleeding air out of your cooling system during a coolant refresh is tedious and therefore often neglected. ECS offers a highly convenient solution to the tedium & frustration associated with a coolant servicing – the Schwaben Coolant Evacuation Kit. The unique kit resolves several common cooling system issues: - No heat or overheating, or erratic temperature gauge readings after a cooling system service - Problems with coolant uptake or circulation - Cooling system leaks

Rack and roll. In sun or snow, RockyMounts has a roof mount solution for your active lifestyle. Add some customization to your roof rack base bars with a colored Euro pitchfork from RockyMounts. A great, high quality, all-aluminum bike rack that costs substantially less than an OE piece but functions at a higher level. The lowest profile upright bike mount on the market BrassKnuckles are easy to use and fold flat for a quiet, fuel efficient drive. Recieve 20% off your purchase until May 31st !

Take some time to browse the unparalleled catalog of excellent Coilover Kits available from ECS for your VW MKV Jetta. All of the performance suspension industry's top names are represented, including ST, Bilstein, Koni, solo-works, VWR, Koni, JOM, FK, and H&R KW V1 Series Kits feature stainless steel "Inox-Technology" and are height adjustable from 1.7" to 3.3" at the front and rear. JOM BlueLine Coilovers arrive with stunning polished steel front and rear housings for a fresh look.

ECS has partnered with two of the world's most revered wheel manufacturers - Rotiform and Niche - giving customers unprecedented access to some of the most forward-thinking aftermarket wheel designs available. The sheer depth of Rotiform and Niche offerings is an enthusiast's dream. From Bronze, Matte, White, Satin Black and Machined finishes to re-interpreted mesh, deconstructed five-spoke, and directional twisted-spoke face designs, each offering has the potential to thoroughly transform the appearance of your ride.

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. Also available with this release is the convenient 11mm Brake Bleeder Wrench, allowing you to bleed your front and rear brakes with one easy to use tool. 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.

ECS has developed a series of Suspension Refresh Kits to repair or restore your MKV Jetta's suspension and steering. Whether your car suffers from battered ball joints, bashed bushings, or tired tie rod ends, we'll help you rein it in and head it in the right direction again. Three stages of front and rear kits are available - pick the kit that best suits your particular needs. Steering feel and handling are not only restored with these comprehensive kits - you'll notice a significant improvement over the original factory handling dynamics.

Regular oil and filter changes are a must for a long 2.5L 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. These service kits include everything you will need to perform a oil service on your VW 2.5L Engine. Select kits include the excellent Billet Aluminum Oil Filter Housing, designed in-house at ECS.

Looking for a wheel to really help you stand out from the crowd? 3SDM is a breath of fresh air in the aftermarket wheel community, bringing style to all who seek it. Note, these wheels require conical seat bolts. Seeking perfect fitment? Make sure to check out our 5x112 Wheel Spacers and extended length conical wheel bolts.

From Schwaben Specialty Tools comes a tool every home mechanic should have in his arsenal. The 61" long adjustable Engine Support Bar adapts to any vehicle width, and supports a full 1000 lb weight rating. The support bar includes four rubber padded feet to prevent slipping and damage to your car's finish, while powder coating guarantees durability. A deluxe version of the support bar includes two-direction stability for added support. The Schwaben Engine Support Bar is the perfect tool for projects like engine mount replacement, subframe work, FWD transmission repair & more.

Chemical Guys put the power of raw science to work in a complete professional detailing car care line that combines surface-safe cleaners with lasting protectants and sealers. Stop squirting dish detergent into a bucket. Remove the toughest dirt, even from alloy wheels, and restore your car's exterior and interior finishes to a rich, lasting luster. From the exceptional MR. PINK Super Suds Surface Cleanser to the Sticky Gel Citrus-Based Wheel & Rim Cleaner, each CG release represents the most advanced, effective, and downright cool cleaning product of its kind.

The three most critical and widely cited dimensions of your vehicle's suspension geometry - camber, caster, & toe-in - are what triangulate your wheels and position them to perform in a specified way on the road. 
 Schwaben Specialty Tools has developed a superb method of measuring this critical dimension - The Magnetic Camber/Caster Gauge. Simply place the device on the wheel hub or brake disc & note a positive or negative reading.

Known world-wide primarily for their creative and original Porsche offerings, Rennline Inc. is not only the distributor, but manufacturer of the majority of products that wear the Rennline name. ECS Tuning will be offering some of the most innovative VW Rennline products immediately at the inception of this new partnership. RS-Style Door Pull Sets, available in an array of colors, are a clever way to bring the race-oriented interior stylings of the RS-Line Porsche models to your car. Additionally, the GoPro Tow Hook Mount provides a reliable mounting location for your camera.

Our complete Stage 5 Front Big Brake Kit for your VW mates massive six-piston Porsche calipers with ECS engineered large diameter, 2-piece, cross-drilled and slotted, directionally vented rotors. Install them with ease using our in-house engineered, anodized caliper brackets that perfectly match the calipers to your steering knuckles. Follow that up with Exact-Fit stainless steel brake lines to feed those enormous calipers without expansion, giving you a solid pedal feel. The installation kit includes everything you need, from fasteners to fluid to bolts to brackets.

The three most critical and widely cited dimensions of your vehicle's suspension geometry - camber, caster, & toe-in - are what triangulate your wheels and position them to perform in a specified way on the road. Camber is of special concern to the enthusiast because of its susceptibility to change under the influence of different wheel arrangements and ride heights. Schwaben Specialty Tools has developed a superb method of measuring this critical dimension - The Magnetic Camber Gauge. Simply place the device on the wheel hub or brake disc & note a positive or negative reading.

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.

Spring is here and so are some of our craziest deals EVER! We have selected handfuls of products to feature and reduced their price for this one time event. From wheel deals to popular upgrades, buy now and save huge. Deals like this go quick, so act soon or risk missing out. Limited time, limited stock, huge savings. Sale Ends April 18, 2016

Nothing inspires driving confidence better than advanced, over-sized brakes. Push your MKV Jetta 2.5L towards the limit with ECS assembled Front and Rear Big Brake Kits, available cross drilled and slotted or plain. The ECS Front rotors are 312mm - up from the factory 288mm - drastically reducing stopping distances and braking responsiveness. Version 2 ECS Rear Brake Kits utilize massive 282mm rotors, and include caliper carriers and dust shields.

Another convenient tool from Schwaben, the 6-Liter Extractor/Filler System makes oil, ATF or any type of fluid change simpler, cleaner, and faster. The Extractor/Filler tank features an extendable foot step for stable use when pumping. Nine adapters are included, with storage for each on the tank for easy access and convenience. The 5-foot long main tube makes reaching transmission and oil filling/draining locations easier. The main tube also features a quick disconnect and shut off valve. Free yourself from finding a power source with the Schwaben 6 Liter Extractor/Filler.

The Schwaben 100-piece specialty bit set includes bits to fit a wide assortment of automotive fasteners, including triple square, tamper-proof Torx, tri-wing, and hex. Breeze through repairs knowing you can remove odd specialty fasteners with ease. The premium bits are made of hardened chrome vanadium steel - handsome and tough enough for daily use. Packaged in a handy blow molded case with silhouetted slots for easy organization and inventory. With the increased use of specialty fasteners, no tool box is complete without this versatile bit assortment.

The easiest, most transformative modification for your VW is a set of new, perfectly selected wheels. Alzor wheels offers an array of 5x112 bolt pattern wheels for your VW available in various colors, finishes, and spoke designs. The entire line of Alzor alloy wheels are inspected and go through rigorous quality control and durability testing. Every wheel comes with a TÜV Rheinlan approval and is stamped with the familiar JWL and VIA stamps, giving you the confidence to drive aggressively on your new running gear.

ECS Tuning lets you boost your MKV Jetta's stance down the road with a 20mm monster offset, or tweak a little to fit your brake kit with a 3mm offset adjustment. Choose from our huge inventory of hub centric spacers in thicknesses sure to match your car, your wheels, and your shopping budget. All spacers are corrosion-protected anodized aluminum; spacers above 3mm are hubcentric, for a perfect vibration-free fitment. Kits with matching lug bolts are recommended - bolt size must always be appropriate for the spacer width being added.

Chemical Guys has consistently released outstanding exterior and interior detailing products - the name has come to represent the most innovative, exciting automotive cleaning and finishing products available. Their latest series of releases, Chemical Guys Interior Cleaning and Detailing Products offer a seriously wide range of solutions for whatever interior maladies your Euro may suffer. Leather conditioner, carpet cleaner, air vent tools, glass and interior trim cleaner - browse through their catalog and pick the kit or product you need to bring your interior back to factory.

ECS Tuning is now supplying the excellent Schwaben Work Gloves for our dedicated following of DIY enthusiasts. The black Schwaben gloves provide hand protection at locations especially prone to cuts and scrapes during automotive work. The best design for tight engine work or delicate electrical work, the close finger design offers exceptional dexterity. Featuring a tailored elastic cuff and textured latex palms and finger tips, these work gloves are also breathable and comfortable with their knit top. Choose from Medium, Large, and Extra Large sizes.

ECS offers several proven Cup Kits for the Volkswagen MKV Jetta, making it easy for you to achieve exactly what you want by spending money on exactly what you need. Touring Cup Kits by H&R are an excellent example; lowering between 1.5" in the front and 1.4" in the rear while maintaining a pleasant, predictable ride. ECS has also assembled a perfectly matched spring and shock combination for your MKV Jetta - the H&R Sport Spring & Koni STR.T Shocks Combo is damping and spring rate matched for superb handling dynamics, lowering an average 1.5" in the front and 1.4" at the rear.

When it comes to the essentials of wheel tools there are really only a few categories, Schwaben has an answer for each. When removing or installing wheels, using wheel hangers makes mounting an easy task and using the Protecta sockets prevent damage. When it comes to storage since many car owners today have more than one set of wheels, the wheel tree and wall rack are the perfect accessory to keeping your garage clean and organized. Keeping the tires off of the floor also extends the rubbers life.

The exterior of your vehicle can only be significantly improved in a few areas - one of those ares is the lighting. Tedious stock lighting does the job, but it certainly won’t stir up emotions. The LED tail lights from Spyder give off an unforgettable look while outputting a much more vibrant field of light, improving nighttime safety and visibility. These tail lights are plug-and-play with included harnesses. Additionally, a highly convenient installation tutorial has been included to ensure a professional-level project.