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If you're fortunate enough to drive your car all year round in nice weather then read no further. For the rest of us who are forced to drive through snow and salt-covered roads the last thing any of us want to do is tear up a nice set of summer wheels. Fortunately, at ECS we have a wide selection of wheels that won't break the bank! With sizes from 17x7.5" & 18x8.0" in a wide array of custom styling -- you can mount your favorite set of snow tires and look good too. Protected against corrosion in Hyper Silver or Matte Black finishes.

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.

The MKV GTI'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.

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. 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.

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.

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.

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. Three stages & three 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 325ft/lbs. through 525ft/lbs. clutch ratings.

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.

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.

Go back to the future with a sci-fi reverse camera kit. This hi-tech option, commonly reserved for luxury models, can be retrofitted to any MKV/MKVI Golf equipped with an RNS-based factory navigation stereo. A great accessory for families with small children--or anyone who needs to back up in a crowded grocery store parking lot. See every hazard behind you in a live, color video display: kids and carts, pets and pedestrians, toys and trikes. This isn't just an accessory; it's one of the best safety upgrades ever offered by ECS. Be sure to check out our installation PDF!

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.

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.

Alzor Style 627 wheels are now available for your MKV GTI. 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.

A highly desirable upgrade for MKV Jetta owners who already have fog grilles, the Fog Light Conversion Kit includes everything needed to install projector fog lights into your car without complicated VAG-COM coding alterations. The ECS assembled kit contains a collection of premium Ziza, OEM, and ECS parts, including projector fog light housings, a fog light wiring harness, and all required installation hardware. While the fog bulbs themselves are not included, simply order your choice of 9006 bulbs to complete your conversion.

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.

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're fortunate enough to drive your car all year round in nice weather then read no further. For the rest of us who are forced to drive through snow and salt-covered roads the last thing any of us want to do is tear up a nice set of summer wheels. Fortunately, at ECS we have a wide selection of wheels that won't break the bank! With sizes from 17x7.0", 17x7.5" & 18x8.0" in a wide array of custom styling -- mount your favorite set of snow tires while looking good too. Protected against corrosion in Hyper Silver or Matte Black finishes, keep the good looks all year-round.

Alzor Style 627 wheels are now available for your MKV. The machined matte-black wheels are well suited to the Jetta, giving the appearance of a factory performance option that will keep people looking as you pass. Alzor Style 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.

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.

If you're fortunate enough to drive your car all year round in nice weather then read no further. For the rest of us who are forced to drive through snow and salt-covered roads the last thing any of us want to do is tear up a nice set of summer wheels. Fortunately, at ECS we have a wide selection of wheels that won't break the bank! With sizes from 17x7.0", 17x7.5" & 18x8.0" in a wide array of custom styling -- you can mount your favorite set of snow tires and look good too. Protected against corrosion in Hyper Silver or Matte Black finishes.

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.

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.

An exceptionally clever method of servicing your MKV GTI'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.