*** OFFICIAL C36, C43 MOD LIST ***

503C43 ////AMG · 02-04-2011, 01:52 PM

This is a thread for you to post any mods that you have done or that you know of, where you can get them, and about how much they cost. This will help current and future C43 owners by having a list of all potential mods located in one thread.

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503C43 ////AMG · 02-04-2011, 02:07 PM

1.) Crystal fog lights; Ebay.com = $75-$125 (shipped)
2.) Vogtland springs; Vogtland-na.com = $275 (shipped)
3.) Bilstein sport shocks; Tirerack.com = $320 (shipped)
4.) MB Arts Adjustable rear camber arms; MBartsperformance.com = $325 (shipped)
5.) K-MAC front camber/castor kit; K-MAC.com = $475 (shipped)
6.) HID kits for head lights or fog lights; HIDExtra.com = $60 (shipped)
7.) Avantgarde grill; MBspecialist.com = $145 (shipped)
8.) ECU tune; Eurocharged.com = $499 (+ shipping)
9.) Kleemann headers; Kleemann.dk = $1500 (+ shipping)
10.) Kleemann supercharger; Kleemann.dk = $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
11.) AMG door pins; Ebay.com = $30-$120 (+ shipping)
12.) Supersprint exhaust; supersprint.com = $800-$900 (+ shipping)

More to come....

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 02:23 PM

Would you like to push out an extra claimed 100rwhp?

Check out these guys: http://www.myhps.com/index.php?src=
Lots of people are very happy with their products and the customer service.

CF Style grill and the shipping was lightening fast!!!! $155 shipped

http://mbspecialist.com/mercedes_web...000/88/88-250/

A set of ALL four rotors for the C43 cross drilled for $280 shipped!!!! Call here for more info: 5624345670

For the BEST set of German made HID conversions. I haven't heard a bad review yet but they are a bit $$$ $170.00 for 55w
http://www.tnrlighting.net/55w-hid.html

For a good source on MB Wheel reps:
http://www.wheelsandcaps.com/special...FdJf2godbHNtJw

Another replica wheel site:
http://dwheelandtire.com/search/?mak...dG2XUJw&page=5

And another wheel replica site:
http://www.oewheelsllc.com/Mercedes-Benz-Wheels/c216347

A great site for 3M DI-NOC Carbon Fiber Vinyl Wrap:
http://www.carbonfabricsource.com/

Evosport Under-Drive Pulley Kit Performance Mercedes C280, C43 A $361
http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/p...ducts_id=13690

AMS @ 499.99 (I think they should offer a GROUP BUY for for $199.99 if we can get ten!?)

For the best black out roof or CF wrap for pretty much anything! Look here. To give an idea on price, I was quoted $140 back in Nov 2010 (Prices are subject to change) for an entire w202 wrap in matte CF. He wil also allow you to ship him the pieces and he will send them back ready to role!

http://www.mbworld.org/forums/clk55-...hics-more.html

LED Rear Plate lights $36 shipped:

http://www.carpartslights.com/no-obc...enz-p-528.html

For some amazing exhaust parts http://www.supersprintna.com/

Dyno Tune by Jerry from http://www.eurocharged.com/ $550: Includes your before and after dyno. Claimed gains are 25whp and 27tq. There will be video on this soon to come! ;-)

For the best headlights, fog lights and reverse bulbs known to man!
http://www.danielsternlighting.com/ $55 for a set

Front tire rods and drag-link Lamforder $220
http://www.partsgeek.com/gbproducts/...ek+Google+Base

The best pipe I have found for your second cat remove/res delete:
http://www.burnsstainless.com/st-250-20-321.aspx $37 per-foot

www.autohausaz.com for almost ANY part you could want for and at close to the best prices on the web. Ive used them for years and never been disappointed.

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 03:13 PM

We did it! WOOT! All of you C36/C43 lovers start posting up pictures, links and prices of all of your favorite mods!

503C43 ////AMG · 02-04-2011, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by austinholloman

We did it! WOOT! All of you C36/C43 lovers start posting up pictures, links and prices of all of your favorite mods!

All you have to do is bug the moderators

On a different subject, please do not post 55 swap mods. We already have a 55 swap thread stickied...

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 06:33 PM

Agreed +1

503C43 ////AMG · 02-04-2011, 06:35 PM

I am sold on that Avantegarde grill, I will be ordering one today

justinwrock · 02-04-2011, 06:39 PM

Euro comand. Anywhere from $500 to $1000.

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 503C43 ////AMG

I am sold on that Avantegarde grill, I will be ordering one today

Its so heavy and well made. I was really shocked. Looks factory perfect and worth every dime if you ask me.

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 06:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by justinwrock

Euro comand. Anywhere from $500 to $1000.

Other pictures? And where did you source it?

AMG_C36 · 02-04-2011, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 503C43 ////AMG

I am sold on that Avantegarde grill, I will be ordering one today

great looking grille.....looks like thats a UK site? all the prices i saw were either euros or pounds. any issues ordering from them? how is the overall fitment? this grille would match the oem CF door pillars too!

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 06:53 PM

I placed the order less than a week ago and its already here. Its comes out to $154.00 US. NO ISSUES AT ALL! When I say that I was shocked by them shipping time, I mean I was SHOCKED!!! Direct OEM fitment.

justinwrock · 02-04-2011, 07:09 PM

I need to actually work on finishing the installation.... O_O

I bought it from a member that had it installed in his W202.

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AMG_C36

great looking grille.....looks like thats a UK site? all the prices i saw were either euros or pounds. any issues ordering from them? how is the overall fitment? this grille would match the oem CF door pillars too!

More pictures:

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by justinwrock

I need to actually work on finishing the installation.... O_O

I bought it from a member that had it installed in his W202.

Looks like its going to take some work but it may pay off... I could never decide how I felt out the old school command system in these cars.

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 07:28 PM

Carbon-fiber hood. How could I forget. Asking $1050 but you can find them for $8-900.

http://www.visracing.com/newcatalog/...iber-Hood.html

justinwrock · 02-04-2011, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by austinholloman

Carbon-fiber hood. How could I forget. Asking $1050 but you can find them for $8-900.

http://www.visracing.com/newcatalog/...iber-Hood.html

Link to the $800 please!

I would not mind getting a CF hood.

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 07:31 PM

Some great stuff here.
http://sarona.com/Sarona/www/index3.html

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 07:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by justinwrock

Link to the $800 please!

I would not mind getting a CF hood.

Ill do you one better sir. How about $750???

http://www.ultimatemotorx.net/visoemcafiho263.html

and

$875 here:
http://compare.ebay.com/like/3503603...=263602_309572

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 07:41 PM

All body kits are located here:
http://body-kitz.com/contents/en-us/...body-kits.html

94-00 Mercedes Benz C Class W202 Rieger Body Kit $1699.99

Jasssc · 02-04-2011, 09:10 PM

whoa whoa whoa
what about C36's?!?

I call

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jasssc

whoa whoa whoa
what about C36's?!?

I call

Mods have been contacted about a title change and this was NOT intentional. We care for all of our C36/C43 brethren!

Jasssc · 02-04-2011, 09:50 PM

who can i contact (bug) to help this along? haha

austinholloman · 02-04-2011, 10:03 PM

They fix it. it just takes time.

MB-BOB · 02-04-2011, 10:18 PM

Title change made. Have fun!

02-04-2011, 02:07 PM	#2
503C43 ////AMG MBWorld Fanatic! 1999 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 3,875 Drives: 1 out of 1125 C43's imported to U.S.A	1.) Crystal fog lights; Ebay.com = $75-$125 (shipped) 2.) Vogtland springs; Vogtland-na.com = $275 (shipped) 3.) Bilstein sport shocks; Tirerack.com = $320 (shipped) 4.) MB Arts Adjustable rear camber arms; MBartsperformance.com = $325 (shipped) 5.) K-MAC front camber/castor kit; K-MAC.com = $475 (shipped) 6.) HID kits for head lights or fog lights; HIDExtra.com = $60 (shipped) 7.) Avantgarde grill; MBspecialist.com = $145 (shipped) 8.) ECU tune; Eurocharged.com = $499 (+ shipping) 9.) Kleemann headers; Kleemann.dk = $1500 (+ shipping) 10.) Kleemann supercharger; Kleemann.dk = $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ 11.) AMG door pins; Ebay.com = $30-$120 (+ shipping) 12.) Supersprint exhaust; supersprint.com = $800-$900 (+ shipping) More to come.... __________________ 19" Mandrus Milleniums (8.5" + 9.5") Vogtland Springs Bilstein Sports K-MAC Camber/Castor kit MB Arts Rear Camber arms 2nd Cat + Res. Delete Cryo Treated AMG Rotors Stoptech SS Brake Lines Akebono Euro Brake Pads HID Lights + HID Crystal fogs (55w 6k) Tinted Windows (20%) Avantgarde Grille Evosport UD Pulley kit Evosport Phenolic Spacers Renntech CF airbox AFE Pro Dry S Filters NEXT: Eurocharged ECU Tune (Purchased) Kleemann Headers (Awaiting install) Metal Cats Last edited by 503C43 ////AMG; 02-06-2011 at 10:41 AM.

02-04-2011, 02:23 PM	#3
austinholloman MBWorld Fanatic! 1998 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,390 Drives: W202 C43	Would you like to push out an extra claimed 100rwhp? Check out these guys: http://www.myhps.com/index.php?src= Lots of people are very happy with their products and the customer service. CF Style grill and the shipping was lightening fast!!!! $155 shipped http://mbspecialist.com/mercedes_web...000/88/88-250/ A set of ALL four rotors for the C43 cross drilled for $280 shipped!!!! Call here for more info: 5624345670 For the BEST set of German made HID conversions. I haven't heard a bad review yet but they are a bit $$$ $170.00 for 55w http://www.tnrlighting.net/55w-hid.html For a good source on MB Wheel reps: http://www.wheelsandcaps.com/special...FdJf2godbHNtJw Another replica wheel site: http://dwheelandtire.com/search/?mak...dG2XUJw&page=5 And another wheel replica site: http://www.oewheelsllc.com/Mercedes-Benz-Wheels/c216347 A great site for 3M DI-NOC Carbon Fiber Vinyl Wrap: http://www.carbonfabricsource.com/ Evosport Under-Drive Pulley Kit Performance Mercedes C280, C43 A $361 http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/p...ducts_id=13690 AMS @ 499.99 (I think they should offer a GROUP BUY for for $199.99 if we can get ten!?) For the best black out roof or CF wrap for pretty much anything! Look here. To give an idea on price, I was quoted $140 back in Nov 2010 (Prices are subject to change) for an entire w202 wrap in matte CF. He wil also allow you to ship him the pieces and he will send them back ready to role! http://www.mbworld.org/forums/clk55-...hics-more.html LED Rear Plate lights $36 shipped: http://www.carpartslights.com/no-obc...enz-p-528.html For some amazing exhaust parts http://www.supersprintna.com/ Dyno Tune by Jerry from http://www.eurocharged.com/ $550: Includes your before and after dyno. Claimed gains are 25whp and 27tq. There will be video on this soon to come! ;-) For the best headlights, fog lights and reverse bulbs known to man! http://www.danielsternlighting.com/ $55 for a set Front tire rods and drag-link Lamforder $220 http://www.partsgeek.com/gbproducts/...ek+Google+Base The best pipe I have found for your second cat remove/res delete: http://www.burnsstainless.com/st-250-20-321.aspx $37 per-foot www.autohausaz.com for almost ANY part you could want for and at close to the best prices on the web. Ive used them for years and never been disappointed. __________________ Future Mods: Jerry Dyno Tune(3/19/11), Kleeman Headers and Cams, Matte CF int trim, CF Hood, Pulley, iForged wheels, w204 Side mirrors, 190e 16v rear LSD diff, V1 Radar, W210 E55 Engine/tranny swap. (80-143MPH RUN!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ou5DIxVJDc AMG ORPHANS CLUB INTERNATIONAL MEMBER #9 Last edited by austinholloman; 02-05-2011 at 06:45 PM.

02-04-2011, 03:13 PM	#4
austinholloman MBWorld Fanatic! 1998 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,390 Drives: W202 C43	*We did it! WOOT! All of you C36/C43 lovers start posting up pictures, links and prices of all of your favorite mods!* __________________ Future Mods: Jerry Dyno Tune(3/19/11), Kleeman Headers and Cams, Matte CF int trim, CF Hood, Pulley, iForged wheels, w204 Side mirrors, 190e 16v rear LSD diff, V1 Radar, W210 E55 Engine/tranny swap. (80-143MPH RUN!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ou5DIxVJDc AMG ORPHANS CLUB INTERNATIONAL MEMBER #9

02-04-2011, 06:33 PM	#6
austinholloman MBWorld Fanatic! 1998 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,390 Drives: W202 C43	Agreed +1 __________________ Future Mods: Jerry Dyno Tune(3/19/11), Kleeman Headers and Cams, Matte CF int trim, CF Hood, Pulley, iForged wheels, w204 Side mirrors, 190e 16v rear LSD diff, V1 Radar, W210 E55 Engine/tranny swap. (80-143MPH RUN!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ou5DIxVJDc AMG ORPHANS CLUB INTERNATIONAL MEMBER #9

02-04-2011, 06:35 PM	#7
503C43 ////AMG MBWorld Fanatic! 1999 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 3,875 Drives: 1 out of 1125 C43's imported to U.S.A	I am sold on that Avantegarde grill, I will be ordering one today __________________ 19" Mandrus Milleniums (8.5" + 9.5") Vogtland Springs Bilstein Sports K-MAC Camber/Castor kit MB Arts Rear Camber arms 2nd Cat + Res. Delete Cryo Treated AMG Rotors Stoptech SS Brake Lines Akebono Euro Brake Pads HID Lights + HID Crystal fogs (55w 6k) Tinted Windows (20%) Avantgarde Grille Evosport UD Pulley kit Evosport Phenolic Spacers Renntech CF airbox AFE Pro Dry S Filters NEXT: Eurocharged ECU Tune (Purchased) Kleemann Headers (Awaiting install) Metal Cats

02-04-2011, 06:39 PM	#8
justinwrock MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,180 Drives: slow	Euro comand. Anywhere from $500 to $1000. __________________ Ricer hoopty club member #2 Spending money I don't really have, on things I don't really need, to impress people I will never meet! On the way to creating the most ricer hooptie mobile... ever.

02-04-2011, 06:53 PM	#12
austinholloman MBWorld Fanatic! 1998 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,390 Drives: W202 C43	I placed the order less than a week ago and its already here. Its comes out to $154.00 US. NO ISSUES AT ALL! When I say that I was shocked by them shipping time, I mean I was SHOCKED!!! Direct OEM fitment. __________________ Future Mods: Jerry Dyno Tune(3/19/11), Kleeman Headers and Cams, Matte CF int trim, CF Hood, Pulley, iForged wheels, w204 Side mirrors, 190e 16v rear LSD diff, V1 Radar, W210 E55 Engine/tranny swap. (80-143MPH RUN!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ou5DIxVJDc AMG ORPHANS CLUB INTERNATIONAL MEMBER #9

02-04-2011, 07:09 PM	#13
justinwrock MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,180 Drives: slow	I need to actually work on finishing the installation.... O_O I bought it from a member that had it installed in his W202. __________________ Ricer hoopty club member #2 Spending money I don't really have, on things I don't really need, to impress people I will never meet! On the way to creating the most ricer hooptie mobile... ever.

02-04-2011, 07:28 PM	#16
austinholloman MBWorld Fanatic! 1998 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,390 Drives: W202 C43	Carbon-fiber hood. How could I forget. Asking $1050 but you can find them for $8-900. http://www.visracing.com/newcatalog/...iber-Hood.html __________________ Future Mods: Jerry Dyno Tune(3/19/11), Kleeman Headers and Cams, Matte CF int trim, CF Hood, Pulley, iForged wheels, w204 Side mirrors, 190e 16v rear LSD diff, V1 Radar, W210 E55 Engine/tranny swap. (80-143MPH RUN!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ou5DIxVJDc AMG ORPHANS CLUB INTERNATIONAL MEMBER #9

02-04-2011, 07:31 PM	#18
austinholloman MBWorld Fanatic! 1998 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,390 Drives: W202 C43	Some great stuff here. http://sarona.com/Sarona/www/index3.html __________________ Future Mods: Jerry Dyno Tune(3/19/11), Kleeman Headers and Cams, Matte CF int trim, CF Hood, Pulley, iForged wheels, w204 Side mirrors, 190e 16v rear LSD diff, V1 Radar, W210 E55 Engine/tranny swap. (80-143MPH RUN!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ou5DIxVJDc AMG ORPHANS CLUB INTERNATIONAL MEMBER #9

02-04-2011, 07:41 PM	#20
austinholloman MBWorld Fanatic! 1998 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,390 Drives: W202 C43	All body kits are located here: http://body-kitz.com/contents/en-us/...body-kits.html 94-00 Mercedes Benz C Class W202 Rieger Body Kit $1699.99 __________________ Future Mods: Jerry Dyno Tune(3/19/11), Kleeman Headers and Cams, Matte CF int trim, CF Hood, Pulley, iForged wheels, w204 Side mirrors, 190e 16v rear LSD diff, V1 Radar, W210 E55 Engine/tranny swap. (80-143MPH RUN!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ou5DIxVJDc AMG ORPHANS CLUB INTERNATIONAL MEMBER #9 Last edited by austinholloman; 02-04-2011 at 07:51 PM.

02-04-2011, 09:10 PM	#21
Jasssc Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: San Diego/Escondido, CA Posts: 313 Drives: 1996 Mercedes C36 AMG	whoa whoa whoa what about C36's?!? I call __________________ Current- Tinted- Headlights, Corners, Windows, and Tails, LED License plate, Avantgarde grille, Cross Drilled Rotors and Akebono Pads, Black- Grille, Emblems, and Wheels, Resonator Delete Future- 18" Brabus VI, Super Sprint Exhaust with custom headers, Carbon Fiber Interior Trim, black chrome, LED tails, audio upgrade, much much more AMG ORPHANS CLUB INTERNATIONAL MEMBER #24 Last edited by Jasssc; 02-04-2011 at 09:22 PM.

02-04-2011, 09:50 PM	#23
Jasssc Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: San Diego/Escondido, CA Posts: 313 Drives: 1996 Mercedes C36 AMG	who can i contact (bug) to help this along? haha __________________ Current- Tinted- Headlights, Corners, Windows, and Tails, LED License plate, Avantgarde grille, Cross Drilled Rotors and Akebono Pads, Black- Grille, Emblems, and Wheels, Resonator Delete Future- 18" Brabus VI, Super Sprint Exhaust with custom headers, Carbon Fiber Interior Trim, black chrome, LED tails, audio upgrade, much much more AMG ORPHANS CLUB INTERNATIONAL MEMBER #24

02-04-2011, 10:03 PM	#24
austinholloman MBWorld Fanatic! 1998 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,390 Drives: W202 C43	They fix it. it just takes time. __________________ Future Mods: Jerry Dyno Tune(3/19/11), Kleeman Headers and Cams, Matte CF int trim, CF Hood, Pulley, iForged wheels, w204 Side mirrors, 190e 16v rear LSD diff, V1 Radar, W210 E55 Engine/tranny swap. (80-143MPH RUN!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ou5DIxVJDc AMG ORPHANS CLUB INTERNATIONAL MEMBER #9

02-04-2011, 10:18 PM	#25
MB-BOB Admin Alumni Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 8,162 Drives: See Garage	Title change made. Have fun! __________________ C320 - '06 Headlights Desert Silver/Java Clear Markers White Star Flat Badge

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