pshek's BRABUS C32 Coupe
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Carlos, long time no see man! I think there's another meet in January. Not too sure. With a C32 engine, the car behaves like a totally different car. I have 30,000 miles on my car, and about 5000 miles on the new engine. You know where to go if you want to get the swap done, HOP. Josh is busy doing a C43 engine swap now though.
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Originally Posted by mj50
welcome back carlos~ 
see you at the next meet hopefully !!
Carlos, long time no see man! I think there's another meet in January. Not too sure. With a C32 engine, the car behaves like a totally different car. I have 30,000 miles on my car, and about 5000 miles on the new engine. You know where to go if you want to get the swap done, HOP. Josh is busy doing a C43 engine swap now though.
Definitely will go see Josh at HoP. Let him know I'm coming !!
Already have the HoP sticker on my car, so I'm halfway there.... NOT !I will have to get all the specs and details from you, regarding engine, ECU, SCN, TCU, tranny, headers, etc....
I had a deal going for a cherry 1973 euro-spec 450SL (R107), but that fell through, so I can focus back on the Coupé this coming year.
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Small update to my shift knob...
My modified Brabus carbon fiber shift knob. Looks better than the old alcantara one, and it matches the black CF trim. It used to be a keyless go CF shift knob that had a stupid "SPORT" logo on the top. I replaced it with a real "B" logo, removed the jumpers for the keyless go, and that's basically it. The momentary switch from the keyless go still works; it turns on something else in my car...
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My modified Brabus carbon fiber shift knob. Looks better than the old alcantara one, and it matches the black CF trim. It used to be a keyless go CF shift knob that had a stupid "SPORT" logo on the top. I replaced it with a real "B" logo, removed the jumpers for the keyless go, and that's basically it. The momentary switch from the keyless go still works; it turns on something else in my car...
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My modified Brabus carbon fiber shift knob. Looks better than the old alcantara one, and it matches the black CF trim. It used to be a keyless go CF shift knob that had a stupid "SPORT" logo on the top. I replaced it with a real "B" logo, removed the jumpers for the keyless go, and that's basically it. The momentary switch from the keyless go still works; it turns on something else in my car...
now you need a climatronic
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I'd rather not have climatronic. The idea of having to look down at buttons and digital AC gauges while driving doesn't appeal to me. I'd rather keep the old "analog" AC gauges and just turn the knob till the AC temp feels okay. Easier to use and less distracting.
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Recaro Sport Topline with SRS, Custom Pedals
Bought these recently from SMGC32. Installed them over the weekend, and wow, what a difference in driving comfort these made.
Recaro Sport Topline (black alcantara suede leather, heated, vented, power seats with lumbar and leg adjustment)
Seat Recognition Switch to maintain SRS functionality; no SRS error codes.
Custom Pedals (dead pedal shimmed out ~2" for better knee positioning)
Recaro Sport Topline (black alcantara suede leather, heated, vented, power seats with lumbar and leg adjustment)
Seat Recognition Switch to maintain SRS functionality; no SRS error codes.
Custom Pedals (dead pedal shimmed out ~2" for better knee positioning)
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100% better after the seat and pedals. Better lateral and lumbar support, softer cushioning, etc. More neutral sitting position, instead of straining to find a proper position for the left foot. Sitting in the seat for extended periods is no longer tiring.
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Peter,
you really gotta make it out to the ROSE BOWL MB Meet on the 12th !!
I've got to see these seats ! Very nice !
Carlos
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you really gotta make it out to the ROSE BOWL MB Meet on the 12th !!
I've got to see these seats ! Very nice !
Carlos
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Driver's seat only.
I'll try to make it, but I might be a little late. I usually have things to do on Saturday mornings.
I'll try to make it, but I might be a little late. I usually have things to do on Saturday mornings.
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My modified Brabus carbon fiber shift knob. Looks better than the old alcantara one, and it matches the black CF trim. It used to be a keyless go CF shift knob that had a stupid "SPORT" logo on the top. I replaced it with a real "B" logo, removed the jumpers for the keyless go, and that's basically it. The momentary switch from the keyless go still works; it turns on something else in my car...
I don't find anyone similar.
Best Regards.
