C43 '55' swap thread
10-29-2010, 11:51 AM
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2002 CLK55
I have a cheap CLK 55 motor for sale. $900.00 Takes the engine. Seller has to pay shipping. Im located in Chicagoland area. I'm open to offers. Let me know if anyone is interested
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10-29-2010, 11:15 PM
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Yep damaged piston. 100k miles but its cheap, I'm open to offers. The engine is complete less ecu and accessories. It comes with wiring harness, coil packs, wires, intake manifold, throttle body, injectors, fuel rails, exhaust manifolds, etc. Shipping to a commercial address is really reasonable
11-08-2010, 03:30 AM
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12' W204 C63 AMG coupe "T-Rex", 12' W451 Smart Fortwo Pulse (99' W202 C43 AMG sold)
11-11-2010, 07:46 PM
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11-18-2010, 10:19 PM
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...Starting this saturday I hope to add lots to this thread
Its been a long road, had a motor go in already that shouldn't have...didn't run...lost interest and went back to school. Can't look at it anymore and its coming back out and the right one is going in. Pics to follow.
In need of good vibes, the car is outside and I've got two weeks!
Its been a long road, had a motor go in already that shouldn't have...didn't run...lost interest and went back to school. Can't look at it anymore and its coming back out and the right one is going in. Pics to follow.
In need of good vibes, the car is outside and I've got two weeks!
11-18-2010, 11:55 PM
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04 Crossfire MB 5.0L M113 V8 6spd, 05 Bagged SRT6w/55K AMG V8 ,2016 C300 Sport
I a about to be putting a 2006 CLS500 engine in my Crossfire. I am on board for this thread too. Good luck!
11-19-2010, 05:56 AM
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Thanks for posting the subject. Interesting reading indeed
11-28-2010, 11:01 PM
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where is the easiest place to get 5.5 engines to swap?
junkyards? orwhat?
i found this http://www.automotix.net/usedengines...inventory.html
dont know if it's anything, but good prices haha
junkyards? orwhat?
i found this http://www.automotix.net/usedengines...inventory.html
dont know if it's anything, but good prices haha
11-29-2010, 02:06 PM
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This thread is for the 5.5na swap. All you need to do is drop it in and turn the key as long as the donor car was a w210 e55 or 208 CLK55. With the 55k motor, its a whole other ball game $$$. With a simple 5.5na swap you can get the whole thing done and running great for 2.5-10k depending on the condition of the motor you choose and if you do the drop in work your self. I'll be looking for a 5.5na to swap in about three years from now.
I'll be looking for a 5.5na to swap in about three years from now.
11-29-2010, 02:07 PM
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http://www.automotix.net/usedengines...inventory.html
Good ones here.
Description: Gas Engine, Complete Unit
210 TYPE, E55 RG
Fits: 2000 Mercedes E55
210 Type; E55
Condition: 46K
Quality: Good Quality - Low Mileage!
Warranty: 1-Year
Discount Price: $3,975.07 Buy Now
Stock Number: I8210993H
Location: Stockton, California 95206
Good ones here.
Description: Gas Engine, Complete Unit
210 TYPE, E55 RG
Fits: 2000 Mercedes E55
210 Type; E55
Condition: 46K
Quality: Good Quality - Low Mileage!
Warranty: 1-Year
Discount Price: $3,975.07 Buy Now
Stock Number: I8210993H
Location: Stockton, California 95206
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12-01-2010, 10:37 AM
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1998 C280 Sport many mods, 1991 SL500 many mods, 1999 ML430 in progress, 1991 GTR (parted)
if anyone ends up doing this swap and selling their 4.3 I'd be interested depending on mileage. Or if you find an extra 5.5, let me know. I really should be getting rid of my C280, but the allure of swapping in the V8 and turning it into a track car really appeals to me.
Besides, my 2.8 came with the 5spd Auto that I believe was used in the C43?
Besides, my 2.8 came with the 5spd Auto that I believe was used in the C43?
12-01-2010, 10:49 AM
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if anyone ends up doing this swap and selling their 4.3 I'd be interested depending on mileage. Or if you find an extra 5.5, let me know. I really should be getting rid of my C280, but the allure of swapping in the V8 and turning it into a track car really appeals to me.
Besides, my 2.8 came with the 5spd Auto that I believe was used in the C43?
Besides, my 2.8 came with the 5spd Auto that I believe was used in the C43?
722.5 ratios
1st gear is 3.87
2nd gear is 2.24
3rd gear is 1.44
4th gear is 1
5th gear is 0.75
722.631 ratios:
1st gear 3.59
2nd gear 2.19
3rd gear 1.41
4th gear 1
5th gear 0.83
Look on ebay for a C43 motor or a 55 motor... There are plenty of each.
12-26-2010, 10:04 PM
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if anyone ends up doing this swap and selling their 4.3 I'd be interested depending on mileage. Or if you find an extra 5.5, let me know. I really should be getting rid of my C280, but the allure of swapping in the V8 and turning it into a track car really appeals to me.
Besides, my 2.8 came with the 5spd Auto that I believe was used in the C43?
Besides, my 2.8 came with the 5spd Auto that I believe was used in the C43?
PM me if interested. Located in Seattle.
12-27-2010, 01:31 AM
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2002 CLK55
I still have my na clk55 engine for sale $650 buyer pays shipping. Needs repair and its not beyond repair. I'm out of the Mercedes game I need it gone that's the reason for the price
12-27-2010, 01:37 AM
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Oh and I want to add my .02 about trying to buy a supercharged E55 engine for $4k. Not likely. If you want one with a warranty they will be more. Also I searched high and low and called for weeks to endless junk yards and used engine websites only to find the old tried and true bait and switch method. They were quoting na e55 engines for $4k, when you actually call to buy one they tell you the price is $11k. I challenge someone to actually purchase a good supercharged e55 engine for $4k
12-27-2010, 03:54 AM
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Update?
...Starting this saturday I hope to add lots to this thread
Its been a long road, had a motor go in already that shouldn't have...didn't run...lost interest and went back to school. Can't look at it anymore and its coming back out and the right one is going in. Pics to follow.
In need of good vibes, the car is outside and I've got two weeks!
Its been a long road, had a motor go in already that shouldn't have...didn't run...lost interest and went back to school. Can't look at it anymore and its coming back out and the right one is going in. Pics to follow.
In need of good vibes, the car is outside and I've got two weeks!
12-28-2010, 01:33 AM
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