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Worried about that really bad storm? The mother of all blizzards where your all seasons tires don't get it done, and there are more cars in the ditch than on the road? Rest easy. We have a solution: ISSE Textile Tire Chains. So light a child can lift them. Easy to install no matter where you are. Just slip them over your tires, and get instant traction. Available in different grades depending on frequency of use, in sizes for most vehicles. Keep a set in your trunk so you can stop worrying and get a grip when winter gets ugly.

Now you can tighten nuts and bolts like a pro with a Schwaben torque wrench. Our 1/2-inch drive is great for general purpose repairs; the 3/8-drive wrench has a 5-80 ft-lb range for smaller jobs.These chrome plated wrenches have a reversible ratcheting head with locking adjustment barrel, and come in a sturdy blow-molded case to keep them clean and safe between jobs. Auto repair professionals understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners. Too tight, and the fastener may be weakened and break. Too loose and things come apart. Do it once. Do it right. Schwaben.

Rule #1: Use the right tool for the job. These brake caliper tools from Schwaben are essential for changing your pads or bleeding your brake fluid in your German automobile. If your caliper pistons need to be simply pressed back in, or if they're threaded and require screwing back in, we've got the caliper piston tool you want. Bleeding your brakes? Our Schwaben brake bleeder wrench makes it so easy, you can even do it without having to remove your wheels! Make sure you're prepared with the right tool for the job with these Brake Caliper Essentials from Schwaben Tools.

Few things date a car and make it look older than its years than a sorry set of sandblasted headlights. Yellowed. Pummeled by years of road salt and abrasive dirt. A danger after dark due to diminished lighting. Original equipment replacements? Pricey. Boring. Yawn. Why not do your Passat a favor and upgrade to a pair of E-Code halogens with fog and city lights, or a sleek set of JOM smoked headlight assemblies with Euro style reflectors and angel eye accents. Both of these popular items are back in stock, just in time for winter driving.

European car owners oftentimes find themselves using ineffective, dangerous, & cumbersome methods when repairing or replacing wiring harness connectors. Schwaben's 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 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.

Nothing could be finer than a Bremmen cargo liner in your Passat. Made of a flexible, easy-to-clean vinyl, these mats are tailored to fit like a glove in your B5/B5.5 Passat sedan. The tough mat material is flexible, and cleans easily with soap and water. The raised perimeter lip contains liquid spills that would otherwise ruin your interior carpeting. As an added benefit, the rectangular center section is covered in a soft textured vinyl that protects delicate cargo, and keeps flat items from shifting when you corner.

If your B5 Passat's floor mats are worn out or missing, ECS has a solution. Keep your car's interior clean and add a touch of color with Schwaben floor mats. Schwaben mats are designed specifically for their application, using OE-style retainers for a factory fit and easy installation. These mats are constructed of a dense, high-quality carpet with a durable nibbed backing to keep dirt, debris and moisture from collecting in your car's carpet. Available in a variety of color combinations to suit your car and style. We dropped the price on these, so pick up a set!

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. The style 0.05 wheel features an inspired five-spoke polished face that is concave enough to turn heads anywhere you roll. 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

These brawny socket sets are great sets to have on-hand for any European car owner. The hefty ½ inch-drive shank accepts breaker bars, impact guns, or torque wrenches. Specially hardened to take the added abuse from an impact gun, these sockets are also coated for added protection and so you can tell them apart from non impact rated sockets. Significant internal depth allows for use with a range of applications with varying length shafts. These sockets are tough enough to get the job done.

It's a fact: Most traffic accidents occur in traffic. It's true. More traffic means more traffic accidents. But because we know you aren't going to stay home to avoid the risk, we offer these mirrors to improve visibility and safety. These mirrors are a double threat. Aspherical for increased blind spot visibility, and heated to avoid icing or fogging. This is one of the easiest upgrades you can perform on your car. These mirrors literally snap on and snap off! Because they are ECS parts, you are assured of quality and fitment. Get them, and get safe!

Get your fog lights working perfectly with a new wiring harness from the experts at ECS Tuning Foglight wiring harness kit. Comes with installation instructions and fits most newer Volkswagen models, including Golf MKV - MKVI, CC, Passat and Jetta.

You've hit the jackpot with the Schwaben European Essentials Tool Set. Never again will you be cursing the unique fasteners on your European automobile. Instead, you'll take to the task like a conquistador of cars. The garage is your El Dorado. Featuring swivel-head triple-square bits, Torx screwdrivers, one hundred specialty fasteners and the sturdiest screwdriver set you'll lay hands on, this kit will make you feel like a king. Each tool rests in its own place in molded cases, helping you keep track of your investment. The Schwaben Essentials kit is worth its weight in gold.

A set of Alzor wheels will not only change the look of your vehicle, but also capture the attention of others. Designed to bolt right up to your car, these wheels fit without any modifications or hassle. Of course, if you want to achieve an extreme look, don't forget to check out our large assortment of ECS Tuning wheel spacers and lug bolts. The entire line of alloy wheels from Alzor are inspected and go through rigorous quality control and durability testing. Wheels come with a TÜV Rheinland approval, and the wheels themselves are stamped with the familiar JWL and VIA stamps.

Quit fussing with wood blocks, ramps, and the like with the Schwaben Low Boy floor jack. The Low Boy is low-profile, allowing you to sneak it under the ground-hugging rockers on your lowered car. Constructed of lightweight aluminum, this floor jack features a front central roller for increased ease of use and maneuverability. If you work on your car, you'll be doing some lifting. Get the right equipment with the Schwaben Low Boy floor jack, a great compliment to the other Schwaben tools in your arsenal. Atta' Boy.

Step right up. Get your colorific candy colored key covers right here at ECS Tuning. Soft touch covers in many brilliant colors protect your remote key fob, and make it easy to spot your keys in the pile on the hallway key rack. Sized for an exact fit, these new molded covers snap in place in seconds.

Add a Euro look to your US spec MKV Golf or Jetta with European style projector headlights from Hella. Not only are these headlights an upgrade in the looks department; they also upgrade how well you can see. The halogen projectors and Euro lenses provide brighter, clearer light in an improved pattern. These assemblies also include leveling motors. If you wish to utilize the leveling feature, you will have to install additional components and wire and code your car to enable them. Note: this is not required! It's easy. Plug in, switch on, and turn heads.

Specializing in OEM and aftermarket replacement parts and accessories, ECS deftly balances the global concerns of a worldwide industry leader with the accessibility and commitment to accountability typically characteristic of smaller companies. Now ECS Tuning is even more accessible, with hours that better suit the needs of our loyal customers: Monday - Friday Sales: 8:00am-11:00pm Customer Service: 8:00am-8:00pm Order Status: 8:00am-8:00pm Billing: 8:00am-7:00pm Saturday Sales: 10:00am-7:00pm Customer Service: 10:00am-7:00pm

Add a touch of class to a tired interior with an easy-to-install OE quality shift knob and boot. Replace your torn, tattered, coffee-stained originals, and brighten your interior in minutes. Gray, black or tan leatherette boots complement any interior color. Black pebbled shift knobs with silver trim are durable, and feel great. "Fun" shui for B5.

Get your MKV Rabbit trim and fit with VW original side skirts from the GTI. This complete kit includes two side skirts and original equipment attachment hardware and fasteners for a durable, lasting installation. Left black or color-matched, this bold accent completes the lower profile, giving your Rabbit a muscular, glued-to-the-road look that complements your new wheels and tires, and makes a lowered stance look even lower.

You spoke. We listened. You wanted an affordable set of good looking 18s for your Volkswagen, and here they are. You asked for a classic design with bold styling, with offsets to give aggressive enthusiast fitments; here they are. You wanted muscular 5-spoke 18x8s that will fill your wheel wells, without emptying your wallet. There you go.

Nothing could be finer than a Bremmen cargo liner in your wagon. Made of a flexible, easy-to-clean vinyl, these mats are tailored to fit like a glove in your Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen (09+) or B5 Passat Wagon. The tough mat material is flexible, and cleans easily with soap and water. The raised perimeter lip contains liquid spills that would otherwise ruin your interior carpeting. As an added benefit, the rectangular center section is covered in a soft textured vinyl that protects delicate cargo, and keeps flat items from shifting when you corner.

You've hit the jackpot with the Schwaben European Essentials Tool Set. Never again will you be cursing the unique fasteners on your European automobile. Instead, you'll take to the task like a conquistador of cars. The garage is your El Dorado. Featuring swivel-head triple-square bits, Torx screwdrivers, one hundred specialty fasteners and the sturdiest screwdriver set you'll lay hands on, this kit will make you feel like a king. Each tool rests in its own place in molded cases, helping you keep track of your investment. The Schwaben Essentials kit is worth its weight in gold.

Our aluminum wheel hanger makes it easy to remove and install wheels. Just thread the hanger stud into a wheel bolt hole and hang the wheel safely while you rotate tires or remove them for service or vehicle repair. It's also great for keeping wheel bolt holes aligned on cars with spacers. Our improved hanger is made of 6061 aluminum, anodized for hardness and good looks. The knurled, non-slip handle has a drilled hole so you can hang it on a pegboard hook in your garage. Better still, order two: one for your garage and another for the emergency tool kit in your trunk.

Schwaben Go-Through Screwdrivers might at a glance appear to be functionally identical to those contained in other sets - upon further inspection, it becomes obvious that these tools are built to an exceedingly high build standard, and are uniquely designed for extreme durability. The Go-Through design means the metal driver shaft extends in through the handle of the tool, instead of dead-ending at the grip. This gives the driver a better weight, feel, and increases the effectiveness and durability of the tool.

Most of us have to admit to sleeping through a chemistry class--or two--after a rough night. The good news is the Chemical Guys didn't. Now they've 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.

Our all new Alzor 349 wheels have the look and feel of an instant favorite. The split spoke, mesh face will give your car a sleek appearance that will keep people looking as you pass. Designed to bolt right up to your car, these wheels fit without any modifications or hassle. When you see how much they won't cost you, the choice is a four-gone conclusion.

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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. The style 0.05 wheel features an inspired five-spoke polished face that is concave enough to turn heads anywhere you roll. We threw in a set of 73mm to 57.1mm hubcentric rings so your wheels fit correctly! Note, these wheels require conical seat bolts.

Car repair is dirty work, and sliding around in an oil spill is no fun. If you're tired of cleaning up spills with old socks and kitty litter, we have a new and better way. Pig Mat products have long been a favorite in professional repair shops that can't afford to track grease and oil onto costly car mats and carpeting. Made of durable, layered polypropylene, Pig Mats catch and hold most common fluid spills until you can throw them out. While you're here, check out our video on Form-A-Funnels, a great way to avoid spills in the first place.