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the ECS Billet Aluminum Oil Filter Housing for your Audi or VW will add a touch of class to an ordinary part generally overlooked with durable and attractive convenience. The factory plastic housing can be brittle and is the most appealing part of your engine bay. Give your Audi or VW engine another piece to set it apart from the masses with this aluminum oil filter housing.

Don't let a tough project stop you in your tracks! Get the right tool for the job with Schwaben Hand Tools from ECS. Tools you can depend on, designed to put the DIY power in your hands, and ready to tackle general and specific jobs, Schwaben Tools are ready to make themselves at home in your garage.

When the going gets tough sometimes the only tool you want is a good hammer. The Schwaben hammers are built for a lifetime of use from top quality materials. The Ball Peen hammers feature a drop forged steel heads and ergonomic handles giving you accurate striking punches and chisels. The 36-oz Dead Blow hammer is designed with steel shot inside head, delivering a stronger force and at the same time prevents any rebound. For when maximum force is needed with minimal rebound.

Make use of wasted space! Install our bumper grille fog light kits in place of those dummy plastic factory grilles. Add great looks and improve lighting at the same time. These fog light kits come with all the good stuff for a simple plug and play mod. Add a euro switch to complement your new upgrade!

If you've been putting off required maintenance on your car you surely shouldn't wait much longer. 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.

Every 40,000 miles, your DSG transmission needs to be serviced. Picking the perfect kit can often be overwhelming, so the experts at ECS Tuning have put together this configurable Build Your Own DSG Service Kit which allows you to pick your favorite brand of each component and choose whether or not you need certain options.

Nothing improves the appearance of your vehicle like new lighting for your VW. Tail Light Sets come as a pair, available many colors and styles for everyone. These upgrades are transformative and easy to install. The kits will enhance the look of your vehicle while keeping it simple - many kits will even improve nighttime illumination and safety. Most of the options are plug-in-play but be sure to check out the individual product descriptions for more details.

Along with the savings from ST, ECS Tuning is also offering gift cards up to $50 and free shipping on select products. Featuring low-friction, pressure resistant housings and chrome-plated piston rods for maximum longevity, ST X series suspensions provide more predictable, stable handling dynamics and height adjustability across a wide range.

The COBB Knob is designed to keep those extended shifting sessions exhilarating. The billet aluminum base is available in anodized red or black to help set the mood. Internally threaded to provide a tight fit onto the shifter shaft, this won't come loose even in the most frenzied of gear changes. The delrin knob available in satin black or white feels incredible with the perfectly round contour to fit right in the palm of your hand. Weighing in at a lightweight 117 grams, encouraging fast, smooth thrusts into every gear.

Upgraded intakes are excellent mods to beat the heat, as they bring in cooler air, instead of air that has been heat soaked by the engine. The principle behind this cooler air has a higher density, thus containing more oxygen per volume unit than warmer air. Time to breath easy! We also have heat wrap and shields for any custom set up to further help cool down those high temps! Keep temps down and your performance up!

Auto repair professionals understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners. Too tight, and the fastener may be weakened and break. Too loose and everything just falls apart. You can tighten nuts and bolts like a pro with these torque wrenches from Schwaben, Central Tools, and GearWrench.

No toolbox is complete without the Schwaben Torque Wrenches! Every nut and bolt on your car has a specific torque the manufacturer intended to be tight enough to do its job without being dangerously snug. Make sure you are doing the job the right way every time with these toque wrenches to prevent failure or wear that could have otherwise been avoided! Now is the perfect time to complete your tool box or replace 'borrowed' or missing tools by saving up to 15% on select Schwaben Torque Wrenches!

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, 5052 lightweight aluminum, with all hardware, offering complete engine undercarriage protection.

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!

Today's modern engines were made with complex tools that only dealerships seem to have on hand. This forces one to take their vehicle to a dealer in order to get routine service. With these new tools from Schwaben, you can do this service yourself. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, ignition coils, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the tool for the job.

Developed by the most distinguished experts of this industry, the Schwaben Professional Scan Tool is one of the most powerful aftermarket tools available for your European car. From simple trouble code reads/clears, service light resets, parking brake deactivation, recording live sensor data, to providing live data graphing; The Schwaben Professional Scan Tool does it all! Owning a Schwaben Scan Tool separates you from the average car enthusiast, empowering you with manufacturer-level diagnostic and analytic capabilities. Diagnose. Code. Adapt.

VW/Audi Clearance Sale! While Supplies Last!

Improving the performance and driving dynamics of your vehicle is as easy as installing a Luft-Technik Induction System from ECS Tuning! We produced these intakes to be both stylish and functional under the hood of your vehicle, giving you something to enjoy when you are driving or showing your car. Added performance increases proven on the dyno show our improved Luft-Technik hard at work giving you more power and torque with the benefit of a powerful induction noise. Pick your colors, check out our installation documents, and start enjoying your vehicle to the fullest!

Ever ask yourself "How did that chip get there?" We all have... Daily driving can take a toll on your paint. Time to put those paint pens down! AutoBrahn makes the finest hood bras available for Volkswagen models. What sets AutoBrahn apart from any other hood bra on the market is their customization options. These hood bras are built to order in the color of your choice and on vehicles that have a notched hood to clear the front badge, the bra can be made to accommodate filled hood notches.

Take the danger and aggravation out of lifting your car with the Schwaben Pinch Weld Protector. Designed to fit the head of a standard floor jack cradle and straddle the factory pinch weld to prevent the crushing or bending of the weld. Positive engagement at jack head and chassis resists jack slippage and shifting, while the raised adapter head prevents damage to rocker panel trim and underbody panels.

Ride height too tall? Looking for the perfect set of coilovers? This premium entry level, budget-minded coilover system from Solo-Werks will get you there. S1 coilovers are fully height adjustable with fixed rate shock damping. Featuring progressive elastomer bump stops and silver spring perches with a double lock ring design, these coilovers are built for aggressive street and track driving. All Solo-Werks S1 coilovers come with a 3 year limited warranty.

Torque RT700 and Castrol RSF brake fluids are the highest density brake fluid on the planet, protecting your braking system components from heat & 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, & 1 liter of RT700 fluid.

Nothing improves the appearance of your vehicle like new headlights for your VW MK5. Whether you want European lighting, Angel Eyes, LEDs or US Spec Lighting, ECS Tuning has all the bases covered. Lighting, unlike most of the other bits on your exterior, is fairly easy to upgrade. Wheels and body kits can cost quite a bit of money and are hard to install on your own. These headlights will upgrade the look of your vehicle, while keeping it simple and some might even improve your nighttime lighting.

The rear design of the MK5 Jetta 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. 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. Direct fit assemblies, complete with sealing gaskets, mount easily with simple tools. With the included ECS harnesses, these are plug-and-play.

Automotive electrical work demands patience, knowledge, & above all else, the correct tools. European car owners oftentimes find themselves using ineffective, dangerous, & cumbersome methods when repairing or replacing wiring harness connectors. Schwaben's latest release, the European Car Electrical Terminal Tool Kit, gives enthusiasts the exact tools required for bullet connectors, common ABS sensor and power connectors, trailer light plugs, and more. Extend harness life, ensure proper diagnostic equipment connectivity, and preserve wiring harness life with this superb release.

Regular oil and filter changes are critical to extend your VW's 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. Service kits include everything you'll need to perform a premium oil service on your Volkswagen. Select kits even include the ECS Magnetic Drain Plug which attracts and holds minute abrasive and ferrous metal particles, preventing their circulation through lubrication systems.

Add push button convenience; raise your rear hatch effortlessly. The ECS Tuning Hatch Pop Kit makes it easy to open your rear hatch, whether your arms are full of groceries or golf bags. Just push the hatch release button on your key fob, and stronger-than-stock lift struts raise the hatch for you, automatically. You'll be pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to add this great convenience. No frills, no black magic, just simple engineering.

Give your Jetta a muscular, glued-to-the-road look that complements your new wheels and tires, and makes a lowered stance look even lower. How is this possible? Easy, side skirts and spoilers. The European Front Lip Kit is from the European market GTI for an OEM+ upgrade that is subtle and clean. ECS, bremmen parts, and Genuine spoilers and side skirts are also available.

When it come to internal engine work, whether it's all the way down to the head and block or the maintenance of a valve cover this set is a must. Old gaskets and seals become brittle, break, and stick to the engine often time making it very tedious. The pick and hooks are perfect for latching on to seals and pulling them out while also proving beneficial on certain electrical connectors. The Scraper will be your best friend when that old paper gasket it stuck to the engine.

Reduce suspension movement for increased traction and stability! With these arms you may easily adjust rear toe, which keeps tire wear at bay and to replace the factory bushings with durable pillow-ball mounts that offer less deflection. If you've lowered your vehicle more than 2.0", these may be required to bring the rear toe angles into specification. These arms may be used in conjunction with rear camber arms for full adjustablility in the rear on lowered vehicles.