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Master cylinder braces are a common upgrade to reduce brake booster / master cylinder deflection under sudden, hard braking conditions. This deflection occurs due to the thin firewall material that the brake booster bolts to actually flexing under sudden, hard braking. Our ECS Tuning Master Cylinder Brace was designed and engineered in-house to reduce this deflection which improves brake pedal response while adding confidence in your brake's hydraulic system. Our design requires no permanent modifications to the body or battery tray.

Our engineers are constantly pushing the boundaries, developing innovative R&D solutions to problems often overlooked by the factory. From addressing minor annoyances to engineering fixes that can prevent catastrophic failures, our team dives deep to create effective upgrades. Many of these solutions involve replacing less durable plastic components with robust metal alternatives, ensuring lasting performance and peace of mind.

The ECS Tuning Street Coilover System provides a sport-tuned, adjustable suspension with substantial performance benefits using high quality materials and coatings to replace your worn suspension, all while giving your vehicle that perfect ride height! Our ECS Coilover System provides confidence and precise control with a ride that is firm, yet compliant for the majority of enthusiasts.

ECS loves helping you make your car all it can be; that's why we've put all the top of the line performance parts for your MK6 GTI together in one place. This list, compiled by our own VW gurus, is everything you need to outfit your car with all those goodies you've wanted for your build. Let's make race season even more fun with all the best performance parts for your MK6 GTI!

Pricing While Supplies Last!! Get your VW/Audi a new set of wheels this spring!

The 2021 Audi C8 RS6 Avant is the ultimate expression of supercar performance wrapped in everyday usability. Beneath its wide bodied, aggressive design sits a twin turbo 4.0L V8 producing 674awhp, paired with Audis legendary quattro AWD system for relentless grip in any condition. From highway pulls to back-road precision, the RS6 Avant delivers blistering acceleration, razor-sharp handling, and the unmistakable presence of one of Audis most iconic performance vehicles. This spring, one lucky enthusiast will have the chance to take home this RS6 Avant through our sweepstakes elevated even further with support from some of the most trusted names in the industry. APR is supplying the performance software tune to unlock the RS6s true potential, while AWE enhances the experience with a signature exhaust note worthy of the cars performance pedigree. Neuspeed wheels sharpen the stance and handling, and we finish off the build with our ECS high performance cold air intake and Street Shield skid plate, ensuring both form and function are fully addressed.

Esoteric means "for the select few", and that select few are made up of passionate car enthusiasts who want something better than the status quo. Esoteric was founded on the belief that car owners deserved something that delivered excellent results, as well as a premium experience. You are that car owner we envisioned. Every Esoteric detailing product was prioritized for its top-of-the-line chemistry, simplicity in form and function, and sensory experience delivered by premium scents, bottles, sprayers, and soft-touch labels. We love cars, and we wanted that love to come through with each and every product we put our name on. You can rest assured that when you use Esoteric detailing products, you are using chemistry that has been tried and tested by actual detailers who are detailing cars day in and day out. Stop settling for the lowest bidder. Graduate to the Esoteric experience to find out what a true, premium, American-made car care brand can deliver for you.

Heat robs performance, which is why modern forced induction platforms use an intercooler to drop the charge air temperatures. However, in upgraded applications, the factory unit just doesn�t cut it. When you�re reaching for more power in your MK5/MK6 FSI or TSI, a bigger intercooler with more cooling ability is an absolute must. We�re proud to introduce our new OE Upgraded Cast Aluminum Intercooler and Silicone Hoses for your MK5/MK6 to drop charge air temps dramatically and increase performance.

The 2.0T FSI/TSI engine in your Audi or VW doesn�t supply enough air volume or provide even airflow to your cylinders, especially with big turbo builds. This difference in air supply and lack of air volume can create drastic differences in air/fuel ratios and create problems that end in disaster. Our new Fabricated Aluminum Intake Manifold, designed right here in-house, increases the volume of your plenum by 53%, reduces cylinder air supply differences down to less than 1%, and offers you the most efficient solution for more power, better throttle response, and airflow possible.

As 2025 comes to a close, we�re taking a moment to look back at the releases that made this year unforgettable. From standout launches to customer favorites, these products defined innovation, creativity, and performance for us�and for our community. Join us as we revisit our favorite releases of 2025 and celebrate the highlights that helped shape the year. Thank you for being part of the journey�we cant wait to show you what comes next year.

When adding performance modifications to your TSI-equipped Volkswagen, you need a way to put the power to the ground. In tuned applications, increased torque demand often proves too much for the weak factory pressure plate, resulting in a slipping clutch unable to transfer torque efficiently. While clutch upgrades have become commonplace in the aftermarket, many include a single-mass, lightweight flywheel and sprung clutch hub - a drastic change from the OE dual-mass, unsprung setup. This setup is known to produce audible chatter from the transmission due to the decreased dampening provided by the single-mass flywheel - an undesirable solution for your daily-driven build. Thankfully, our engineers have bridged the gap with an all-new stock-architecture upgrade. Keep your OE dual-mass flywheel while increasing torque holding capability! Our 2.0T TSI Stage 2 Performance Clutch Kit is engineered to hold increased torque reliably, and features specifically-selected components to ensure optimal performance while maintaining drivability. Like the OE clutch disc, our performance upgrade features an unsprung hub, designed to be used with a dual-mass flywheel. However, the similarities end here. The disc's friction material composition was carefully engineered to increase grip, heat dissipation, and longevity. Despite this massive increase in power-holding capability, its full-faced nature ensures smooth engagement and comfortable drivability. Additionally, our engineers chose to increase the pressure plate's clamping load, ensuring this clutch will not slip in tuned applications.

The EA888 Gen1 TSI engine has a well-documented history of intake manifold issues. Failures of the inlet runner control flaps, linkage malfunctions, and poor-quality plastic construction contribute to engine fault codes and negatively impact drivability. Since the engine's iteration in 2008, Volkswagen has implemented multiple intake manifold revisions to address these issues. Among many changes, the latest update (06J133201BH) introduces a notable, somewhat unusual alteration: revised fuel rail mounting geometry. Vehicles equipped with older fuel rail revisions (06J133317J or 06J133317M) must upgrade to the newest fuel rail revision (06J133317AB) to ensure proper fitment and optimal functionality. Unfortunately, the updated fuel rail carries a substantial cost, presenting a significant barrier for enthusiasts attempting to retrofit the latest intake manifold. With this issue in mind, our engineers set out to improve upon the existing fuel rail design, creating a cost-effective, all-in-one update and upgrade! Manufactured from 6061-T6 billet aluminum, this precision-machined rail is guaranteed to outlast its OEM counterpart. What's more, our exclusive design features ported fuel injector and fuel feed passages, ensuring optimal fuel flow up to and into each fuel injector.

Whether you're upgrading your high-horsepower FSI build or planning a preventative pump replacement on your daily driver, choose our High-Performance Water Pump for increased cooling and reliability! To surpass the flow rate of the OE water pump, our engineers focused on refining the pump's impeller. By optimizing the blade angle, shape, curvature, and width, they were able to extract a sizeable increase in flow over the factory design. For even greater efficiency, the impeller is CNC-machined from lightweight billet aluminum. This provides a drastic reduction in weight compared to cast aluminum alternatives and grants a further boost in flow. Using advanced CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) simulations, the final design delivered an average 14% increase in flow compared to stock! However, with longevity in mind, our engineers didn't stop there. To match the refinement of the impeller, billet aluminum construction was also chosen for the construction of the pump housing. A custom, heavy-duty Viton o-ring was sourced for the pump housing sealing surface, providing increased sealing power, fluid and temperature resistance, as well as durability. A double-row bearing was designed to exceed OEM pump service life, ensuring that this water pump will outlast the competition.

Our ALZOR wheel and tire packages bring together our most popular wheel styles paired with high-quality tires, all mounted and balanced for you right out of the box. Its the easiest way to upgrade your vehicles look and performance without the hassle, giving you a ready-to-install setup that saves time and gets you back on the road quicker. If you dont see a style paired with tires you want please reach out and we will make you a kit!

This BMW G87 M2 with a manual transmission is a car built for true enthusiasts, channeling the raw spirit and balanced driving dynamics that made the E46 M3 so iconic. Like its predecessor, the G87 M2 embraces a compact, rear-wheel-drive layout with perfectly judged proportions, offering an agile chassis that thrives on twisty roads and track days alike.

The wheel that redefined OEM+ just got its evolution. Introducing the NEUSPEED RSe10R; a modern refresh of NEUSPEED's all-time best seller, the original RSe10. With its flow formed construction, precision-engineered fitments, and iconic split 10-spoke layout, the RSe10 earned its place as the go-to aftermarket wheel for VW and Audi enthusiasts worldwide. The RSe10R builds on that legacy � bringing sharper lines, deeper spoke pocketing, and a more aggressive overall stance, while retaining everything that made the original great: lightweight performance, perfect fitment, and daily-driver durability. From daily commute to weekend canyon run, the RSe10R offers a refined look that doesn�t shout � it shows. The sculpted spokes and motorsport-inspired silhouette make it an ideal match for modern Euro builds that demand both form and function.

Upgrade your TSI's PCV system with our durable silicone breather hose, designed to provide a comprehensive upgrade and permanent replacement for the factory plastic hose. By replacing the flimsy, heat-hardened OEM plastic hose with our four-ply fluorosilicone hose, you'll experience peace of mind knowing your TSI is free from the inevitable return of oil leaks and driveability concerns that would have been.

Don't let a dead battery or flat tire leave you stranded. The 4-In-1 Jump Pack & Tire Inflator is the ultimate emergency companion, engineered for convenience, power, and versatility. Compact yet powerful, this all-in-one unit features a lithium-ion jump starter, digital air compressor, high-lumen LED flashlight, and power bank'everything you need to stay safe and get back on the road quickly.

The Apex ML-10RT forged wheels are designed for high-performance vehicles, offering a blend of lightweight construction and exceptional strength. Engineered using advanced forging technology, these wheels provide superior durability and improved handling. Their sleek, multi-spoke design not only enhances aesthetics but also ensures optimal brake clearance. Ideal for track enthusiasts and street drivers alike, the Apex ML-10RT wheels deliver both style and performance.

From the minds that engineered them to the machines they personally drive, these are our top product picks, straight from our enthusiast engineers! As die-hard automotive lovers themselves, our team pours their passion and expertise into every design. If it's not good enough for our own vehicles, you won't find it here. Get a glimpse into the parts we trust and install on our personal rides � we truly are enthusiasts built!

When the 8V RS3 came out, it quickly became one of the best performing "hot compact sedans" on the market! Naturally we had to get an 8Y RS3 into the shop for R&D and oh boy did we! Our engineering team went to work fast and made sure that everything we developed was that perfect OEM+ look and feel. We reviewed an 8Y RS3 earlier this year with our full catalog of ECS Upgrades and fell in LOVE! We fell so much in love with it and decided to purchase one, bolt on $20,000+ worth of top performance mods in the aftermarket industry and you guess it! LAUNCH A SWEEPSTAKES where YOU could take this beauty home! Plus we are giving the winner $10,000 additional to help with those pesky taxes! We partnered with top names in the performance and maintenance aftermarket industry to bring you the best 8Y RS3 as decked out as possible! Check out all the performance products from APR, BILSTEIN, AWE, Integrated Engineering and APEX Wheels below. Also dont forget we topped off all fluids with LIQUI MOLY and swapped out filters with HENGST Filters our preferred filtration supplier!

Our replacement wiring harness requires you to cut your factory engine harness and re-pin the wiring into the provided male connector, then plug in the ECS replacement harness, connect your coils, and be on your way. DON'T WORRY WE HAVE A COMPREHENSIVE INSTALL PDF! No need to worry about how long you have until the OEM wiring finally decides to give out, with ECS Tuning's Ignition Wiring Replacement Harness Kit you can make a clean and solid repair in no time!

My Mk6 falls into the basic VW category with bags and Rotiforms, but back when I purchased this car I was looking for a fun tuner car that came with a manual transmission and a stock turbo (big mistake). I looked at lots of cars like 3 series BMW's, Lexus, shoot even Velosters, but once I test drove the GTI I fell in love with the little hatch. I've now had her for 5 years and probably have put more money into it just fixing it, but I still love VW, so much so now my whole fleet is VW, with a Mk6 Jetta, and a 2021 Tiguan.

Due to low-quality steel construction, rusted transmission fluid pans are commonplace on any DQ250-equipped Volkswagen or Audi . After years of exposure to dirt, water, and road salt, the thin metal that keeps the DSG fluid inside the transmission will begin to leak due to porosity caused by corrosion. Additionally, due to its flimsy stamped steel construction, the factory pan is likely to bend upon removal, requiring complete replacement as a result. Avoid these potentially catastrophic issues by replacing your transmission pan with a high-quality stainless steel version from ECS Tuning!

The Pipercross catalogue of products has over 1000 vehicle applications. Their goal is to help you Find Your Filter; Whether it's a replacement drop in panel filter, universal cone/competition filter, performance intake system or one of their BRAND-NEW carbon fiber AirMax systems. Pipercross products are engineered to deliver optimal airflow without compromising filtration, enhancing your vehicle's performance, fuel efficiency, and longevity. Pipercross Heritage - "Of all the thousands of components of a car, we are obsessed with just one" Stacey Trewin, Chairman Founded in 1983, Pipercross has been at the forefront of British engineering, producing high-performance air filters that are trusted by enthusiasts and professionals alike. Their heritage is steeped in tradition, innovation and the pursuit of excellence. Proudly made in Northampton, UK, each of their products is designed, tested and manufactured under one roof using industry leading methods. Pipercross Future - Pipercross Airmax intakes are the pinnacle of intake systems, meticulously designed carbon fiber induction systems that are tailored to your specific vehicle, providing a bespoke solution for maximizing power, efficiency and induction sound.

We couldn't be happier to work with our good friend Zach Jobe and his E46 M3 CSL Clone project. Not only do we love seeing the E46 M3 still getting the love and attention from enthusiasts 20 years after its production end, we are also in love with Zach's custom touches that make his dream a reality. We helped refresh every corner of his E46 M3, see the build list here and check out the videos on YouTube!

Are you spending some quality time with your car this season? Equip yourself for all projects with Schwaben Tools! We offer an extensive line of standard & European specialty tools for your collection, as well as high quality items to help keep your car cleaner while getting work done and improve the DIY experience for both you and your tools.

Your VW deserves to perform at its best, as it was always intended to. By keeping it in perfect shape with routine maintenance, you're taking care of part of that need. With top aftermarket brands who share the same dedication to quality and love for VW you have, the other part of that equation is covered. Find all the best aftermarket replacement parts from top brands here in our expansive catalog that caters directly to those who love and care for their Volkswagen.