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Tired of trekking back and forth to the parts store every time you need a special VW tool? Been there. Done that. Make it easy on yourself. Roam through our Schwaben tool section from the convenience of your computer--three full pages in all. Check out the great selection of time-saving repair solutions you'll find there. Our Schwaben line includes tools for both vehicle-specific and general shop tasks, all designed to take the hassle and uncertainty out of common repairs. Then, next time something breaks, you can spend more time fixing; less time chasing around town.

Looks like it's that time of the season. Not THAT time. We're thinking it's high time we offered you some serious seasonal savings on suspension solutions for your MKIV. Doesn't matter how you choose to lower your car, we have you and your budget covered. Adjustable height and damping? Check. Preset damping or fixed lowering? Check. Spring sets or complete kits? Check and double check. It's time.

Take back your horsepower. Accessories like A/C, power steering, and the alternator eat great gobs of horsepower. Cut those losses with an underdrive pulley from ECS Tuning. Our low mass underdive pulleys are precision machined from lightweight aluminum to spool up faster, while spinning accessories at a slower speed to save power losses. Kits contain pulley, attachment bolts, and a new accessory belt; a packaged performance tweak that looks great.

Cool enough for show, light enough for go. ECS Tuning lightweight crank pulleys have long been a favorite with enthusiasts looking for a fast, affordable performance tweak. Available in standard or underdrive diameters, our black anodized drive pulleys spool up faster than heavier stock cast pulleys, for quicker throttle response. Sometimes, less is more.

Inertia can be a real drag. Why waste power off the line wrestling a heavy flywheel and drive pulleys from zero to FAST, when lightweight replacements are available for faster revs. Our Stage 1 clutch kits combine the low mass of aluminum or lightweight steel flywheels with a clutch and pressure plate that deliver the goods to the drive wheels. Then add ECS Tuning aluminum drive pulleys, in stock or underdrive sizes, for added weight savings. For those with super-tuned engines with lotsa horses and torque, our Stage 2 and 3 kits provide similar benefits, with added muscle.

Strut your stuff with the bold look of Alzor wheels. Available in 17, 18, and 19-inch sizes, we have an Alzor style and color combo sure to complement your car and personal tastes. Ready to mount with ball seats, these wheels are TPMS compatible for easy installation. Scroll the slideshow below to see how Alzor can instantly transform your car into a winner with one spin of the wheel.

This holiday season, give 'em what they want: cold hard cash. ECS Tuning Gift Certificates are the gifts that won't get returned because they are the wrong size, style, or color. Available in different denominations, from 10 to 100 dollars, there's one for every budget. Perfect for a main gift or as a special stocking stuffer. These certificates ship free and are sure to please your favorite auto enthusiast. They're also a lot easier to wrap than a bowling ball!

Protect your wheel and tire investment with an FK Wheel Tree. Convenient and easy to assemble, the tree stacks seasonal wheels and tires to save valuable floor space. The ingenious design supports and separates your wheels to prevent face scratching and tire carcass stress caused when wheels are leaned against a wall for extended periods. Available in two sizes, for standard and wide widths, FK tire trees are made from polished metal tubes with non-marring wheel separators. Complete kits include hardware, wrench, and a cloth protective bag.

The Fumoto oil drain valve replaces your OE drain plug for fast, easy oil changes. Its spring-loaded valve has a quick release tab that makes changing oil a snap. Just push and turn to drain. All-metal construction assures years of trouble-free service. Includes a threaded brass extension for oil pans with recessed drain plugs. A good idea. Long overdue.

The ECS Tuning oil filter housing kit is an attractive, durable upgrade designed to prevent dangerous and unsightly oil leaks. Its anodized aluminum housing is an exact-fit replacement for the original; but the similarity ends there. Unlike the factory filter housing, ours requires no special tool. Just unscrew the drain, using a common 8m allen key. Then unscrew the housing with a 36 mm socket. Simple. For added convenience, the housing drain plug takes the same sealing ring used at the oil pan drain.

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 every car. Keep a set in your trunk so you can stop worrying and get a grip when winter gets ugly.

If you spend time and money renewing your brake hardware and linings, you ought to consider upgrading to ECS Tuning Exact-Fit brake hoses, and do the job right. These premium brake hoses are stronger, more durable, and better protected than the originals. They are shielded in stainless steel mesh reinforcement, and coated with bright red vinyl for added protection. Available by the axle for front or rear, or as a complete vehicle set, our DOT-approved, tailored hoses fit like OE for hassle-free installation.

Not sure what to buy for your favorite Volkswagen enthusiast? To save you time, we've put up a special shopping section filled with assorted gifts, from clothes to cleaners, totes to tire gauges, roof racks to radar detectors. Take your time; browse for ideas until that special something jumps out and grabs your attention. Not sure what size to order? Select an ECS Gift card in denominations from 10 to 100 dollars, always a sure fit. Great gifts at prices to fit every budget.

Combo kits from Schwaben include tools to fit common Euro-car fastener sizes, many packaged in handy carrying cases for added portability and convenience. Choose from bits and drivers, wrenches and comfort grip screwdrivers, and specialty trim and radio removal tools, all designed by pros who know tools, and manufactured for years of dependable service. Give a gift sure to please a gifted auto enthusiast or service professional, even if it's you.

If your old MKIII fog lights have taken a few too many hits from road hazards and debris, we have some sweet Ziza replacements that will spruce up your front end, and get you home safely on foggy nights. These European bumper fitment replacements are complete assemblies, right down to the bulbs. Bolt them on, plug them in, and hit the road. Slight modification is required for US bumper fitment. From Ziza Performance Automotive Lighting.

Continual heat cycling and system debris will crack and eventually stain the expansion tank, also referred to as the coolant recovery bottle. Aging coolant tanks can cause several problems, including coolant loss, a leaking pressure cap that lowers system pressure, and a failed low-coolant level sensor. Now you can address all of these issues at once--or head them off before they become bigger problems--with a new coolant expansion tank kit. All come ready to install, with integral fluid sensor and new pressure cap. Go stock or upgrade to the R8 kit with brushed metal cap trim.

Get your Volkswagen B6 Passat Sedan ready for winter activities and travel with sale priced Volkswagen Zubehor roof rack base bars. Lockable for security, this set installs in minutes, using the included wrench. Contrasting matte black and brushed aluminum color scheme complements any car. Don't miss this chance to start your own rack system, then add accessories for both winter and summer sports and travel.

JOM and ECS Tuning have a bright idea for your B5 Passat. Make that several bright ideas. We've gathered five different JOM projector headlights with styling features most motorists crave. Chrome or smoked, with LED accents or angel eyes, all are easy to install, and accept your old bulbs and holders for an easy swap. All ship free, but some inventories are limited, so act fast for best selection.

Get ready for winter with sale-priced Rocky Mounts LiftOps. We have limited quantities of 4 and 6 sizes and, while they last, we'll save you a dime on every dollar you spend. Rocky Mounts snow board and ski carriers are designed by winter sports experts to deliver the features you want most. They work with all major base rack systems, regardless of crossbar shape, and grip your boards or skis safely in soft rubber jaws. Easy to install, the Grip Cord system cynches them in place quickly, and the locking system keeps them secure.

Add the rich look of burled walnut to your MKVI Jetta with our complete wood grain dash and door panel trim kit. The warmth of these matched pieces adds an upscale feel usually reserved for more expensive luxury models. Exact-fit panels are easy to install and make a great weekend project; all you'll need is a screwdriver and trim removal tool. All panels have a high gloss finish for added appeal and easy cleaning. Supplies are limited, so hurry.

Add push button convenience; raise your Golf MKV 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. Our online video shows you how to do it using standard hand tools. *This does require coding to operate properly.* Order soon; these pop off the shelves in a hurry!

Add push button convenience; raise your Golf MKVI 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. Our online video shows you how to do it using standard hand tools; no coding required. Order soon; these pop off the shelves in a hurry!

You won't believe the difference an LED lighting package makes in your car until you see it with your own eyes. LED illumination is a far brighter and friendlier light, crisp and clean, especially when compared to the dingy yellow glow from conventional filament style bulbs. Now you can do a complete LED conversion using our Volkswagen EOS LED Interior Lighting Kit. It contains all the LEDs needed for a total lighting upgrade. No need for guesswork or complicated ordering of individual bulbs.

Mount up. Add an ECS Tuning dogbone mount stiffener and tighten the tranny-to-chassis connection. Reduce drivetrain movement--especially when your right foot is all the way down--with this high-durometer polyurethane insert, available in red or black. This complete kit installs easily to add muscle to your flabby OE pendulum mount. No need to remove the old mount; just insert the stiffener and fasten it to the chassis with the stretch bolt and large washer included in the kit. Our step-by-step photo tutorial shows you how to harness your horses for improved performance.

Looking for a set of lowering springs that hit the sweet spot between stock-soft and tooth-rattling track stiffness? FK High Tec Sport Springs are specially designed to add performance handling, while maintaining ride comfort you can live with on your daily commute. Made of chrome silicone steel, coated for corrosion protection, FK High Tec Sport Springs are a durable and dependable lowering solution for your MKIV Golf, Jetta, and New Beetle.

Our Schwaben Tool catalog is large and many of our high demand tools have just come back in stock. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, compress springs, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the right tools for the job. These high-quality and long lasting tools will do the job right the first time, giving you more time to enjoy your vehicle where it belongs... on the road.

Our Schwaben Tool catalog is large and many of our high demand tools have just come back in stock. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, compress springs, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the right tools for the job. These high-quality and long lasting tools will do the job right the first time, giving you more time to enjoy your vehicle where it belongs... on the road.

V-Checkers are small but mighty diagnostic tools. The Basic model pulls and erases diagnostic codes, so you can identify common vehicle problems quickly, by type. V-Checker Pro is a huge step up the diagnostic ladder. Compatible with the CAN data interface used on 2005 and newer VAG vehicles, it is a full-featured repair scanner that reads and displays critical system data, and performs reset and test functions to speed and confirm repairs. Both scanners operate on vehicle power through the data link connector, so there are no batteries to replace.

Schwaben products are characterized by simple, clever designs. Their wheel storage solutions may be the best examples of these qualities. The Schwaben Wheel Tree holds up to 275lbs and allows you to safely stack your wheels without the risk of scuffing and scratching. Convenient locking casters allow you to easily move the whole set anywhere in your garage or shop at one time. And when saving floor space is the highest priority, the Schwaben Wall-Mounted Wheel Rack allows you to securely store up to four 11½" wide wheels and tires against the wall, away from your work space.

Thinking of touching up those stone chips or repainting the hood and front bumper fascia on your MKV? If so, we have the finishing touch: an assortment of grille treatments that will seal the deal on your makeover. Choose from individual badged and badgeless grilles and vents, or complete front end kits. Available in basic black or carbon fiber finishes with red accent strip, these grilles are easy to install. All ship free in the continental U.S., so this is a great time to freshen the front of your favorite VW.