View Poll Results: exhaust for sound,looks & finish
remus
5
20.00%
supersprint
20
80.00%
Voters: 25. You may not vote on this poll
W203/CL203 Aftermarket Exhaust Thread - All you want to know
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 4,856
Likes: 4
02 C32 AMG
with regards to improvment, i'm not sure as i have never installed them. perhaps someone could chime in on this. i wouldnt imagine seeing more than 5-7 whp though i could be wrong. depends on the car and mods
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,212
Likes: 8
From: Pasadena, CA
2002 C230K, 2013 BMW 328, 2015 BMW X5
Where does the 02 sensor get moved to in order to prevent the CEL?
I have a 2002 C230 Sport Coupe. Do you know what my stock diameter piping is? I'd like to see if this would fit.
I'm pm'ing some dudes to see about getting an answer.
Ed
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 4,856
Likes: 4
02 C32 AMG
2.5' should work for your car. the other cat i sold, went to a C230 SS as well.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 7,263
Likes: 169
From: So. Oregon Coast
C230 Sport Coup + 2006 W164 ML350 + 99 Ford Escort RIP
Ed, you want the 43000 series which is for "LEV" (Low emission) & California vehicles.
Thats what I have and I passed smog.
There's other Universal models that look the same but aren't designed to the same spec, and ie you may not pass.
I paid 300 installed in San Jose at Michael's Mufflers on Pearl Ave.
The 02 sensors aren't effected as the piping is cut between the mounting points.
Stock piping is 2". Magnaflow pn is 43004 though mine has the 43006 which is 2.5", but I think thats just because that what the guy had in stock at the time. (43005 is 2.25")
Check your email for more detailed info.
I didn't want to completely hijack the thread.
But you want the hi efficiency one for Cali if you care to pass smog.
Not sure about other states.
What's the pn of this one for sale?
Thats what I have and I passed smog.
There's other Universal models that look the same but aren't designed to the same spec, and ie you may not pass.
I paid 300 installed in San Jose at Michael's Mufflers on Pearl Ave.
The 02 sensors aren't effected as the piping is cut between the mounting points.
Stock piping is 2". Magnaflow pn is 43004 though mine has the 43006 which is 2.5", but I think thats just because that what the guy had in stock at the time. (43005 is 2.25")
Check your email for more detailed info.
I didn't want to completely hijack the thread.
But you want the hi efficiency one for Cali if you care to pass smog.
Not sure about other states.
What's the pn of this one for sale?
Last edited by C230 Sport Coup; Oct 10, 2008 at 03:28 PM.
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 376
Likes: 0
From: Southern California
C300. FJ Cruiser, 370Z
There is a little drone. When i first installed it, there was a little more than i expected. But now, after a few weeks, i can barely even notice it, probably cuz i was so used to stock..
I was thinking of trying to do something to make the exhaust a little louder, but nah, think ill stick to the way it is, im pretty happy with the sound...
I was thinking of trying to do something to make the exhaust a little louder, but nah, think ill stick to the way it is, im pretty happy with the sound...
Rey
rdsbenz aka rdscklasse
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 3,597
Likes: 18
From: So Cal... In between LA and OC
2005 CLK320 Vert & 2005 CLK55 AMG
Good meeting you too... Thanks man, your E is looking good too, will be sick with the E63 kit... and if you change your mind that Alderla kit is
Super Moderator Alumni
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 7,684
Likes: 12
From: West Los Angeles
Midnight Blue 2004.5 C230 Kompressor Sport Sedan. 2002 w210 E320, 2009 w211 E350 Sport
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 376
Likes: 0
From: Southern California
C300. FJ Cruiser, 370Z
Yeah, I had an accident with my C230K SS ($3K damage)and MB of Laguna Niguel took it as AS-IS as trade-in for my 06 E350. I do miss my C230 especially when I saw ROLLNNN.
I was calling you the other day to ask who installed your AMG brakes but I guess you changed your number. I'm putting AMG CLS55 brakes on my car next week. Serg at HMS is doing it for me.
While I'm waiting for funds
for my E63 facelift, I had Pepe @ AAA install tips.
You like?
Anyways, nice to hear from you again, Pare. See you in the next meet. Maybe Jose can take some cool pictures of my car. I tried.
Rey
rdsbenz (mymbonline.com) aka rdscklasse
p.s. Do you know can help me change my user ID?
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 376
Likes: 0
From: Southern California
C300. FJ Cruiser, 370Z
Here's my car before the accident:
I love those rear shots
Rey
Junior Member
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 36
Likes: 0
From: bellevue, wa
women wild
Aftermarket Exhaust
I have a 02 C320 and am serious about getting an aftermarket muffler and tips. i was thinking borla. what do you guys have on your cars, what were the gains, what do they sound like?
Super Member
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 929
Likes: 3
From: Portland, Oregon
2016 GLE 350
Super Member
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 544
Likes: 0
From: Los Angeles, CA
05.C230K.SS
Im gettin my exhaust done sometime in the next two weeks, but I got a quick question and need some advice. Ima be doin a custom catback exhaust wit a magnaflow muffler and dual tips, one on each side.
I'm unclear as to what the "best" piping is for the best airflow. There are two options that I see I could go:
1. https://mbworld.org/forums/attachmen...3&d=1207145364
2. http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/7990/dsc0038bn4.jpg
is there a better setup between the two?
I'm unclear as to what the "best" piping is for the best airflow. There are two options that I see I could go:
1. https://mbworld.org/forums/attachmen...3&d=1207145364
2. http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/7990/dsc0038bn4.jpg
is there a better setup between the two?
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 3,597
Likes: 18
From: So Cal... In between LA and OC
2005 CLK320 Vert & 2005 CLK55 AMG
I wouldn't do it that first way you posted. You might want to consider something similar to the link below, but with the piping done up higher, so it doesn't sit so low. I know AAA would want to do it this way, and im sure they would make the piping fit in there perfectly. The muffler is behind the 2nd cat, with piping ran on both sides of the spare tire holder...
http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/4582/imgp0770vd8.jpg
Yeuchau, i hope you don't mind me posting, i found this pic on your thread....
http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/4582/imgp0770vd8.jpg
Yeuchau, i hope you don't mind me posting, i found this pic on your thread....
Super Member
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 544
Likes: 0
From: Los Angeles, CA
05.C230K.SS
Yo Roland, going with whatever setup will not really "change" the sound of the exhaust right?
I wouldn't do it that first way you posted. You might want to consider something similar to the link below, but with the piping done up higher, so it doesn't sit so low. I know AAA would want to do it this way, and im sure they would make the piping fit in there perfectly. The muffler is behind the 2nd cat, with piping ran on both sides of the spare tire holder...
http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/4582/imgp0770vd8.jpg
Yeuchau, i hope you don't mind me posting, i found this pic on your thread....
http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/4582/imgp0770vd8.jpg
Yeuchau, i hope you don't mind me posting, i found this pic on your thread....
Super Moderator Alumni
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 7,684
Likes: 12
From: West Los Angeles
Midnight Blue 2004.5 C230 Kompressor Sport Sedan. 2002 w210 E320, 2009 w211 E350 Sport
Im gettin my exhaust done sometime in the next two weeks, but I got a quick question and need some advice. Ima be doin a custom catback exhaust wit a magnaflow muffler and dual tips, one on each side.
I'm unclear as to what the "best" piping is for the best airflow. There are two options that I see I could go:
1. https://mbworld.org/forums/attachmen...3&d=1207145364
2. http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/7990/dsc0038bn4.jpg
is there a better setup between the two?
I'm unclear as to what the "best" piping is for the best airflow. There are two options that I see I could go:
1. https://mbworld.org/forums/attachmen...3&d=1207145364
2. http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/7990/dsc0038bn4.jpg
is there a better setup between the two?
Um, the 1st one I remember because the guy went to a shop that said it wouldn't make a difference. Then he proceeded to tell us he was having airflow problems and without a doubt it's because of how the piping was done. The airflow is going back and forth and the muffler isn't designed to go both ways...LOL.
#2. If you really, really want to get it done right, just go to AAA in Los Angeles. Ask for Pepe, he'll make sure it's done right for you at a very reasonable price.
Super Moderator Alumni
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 7,684
Likes: 12
From: West Los Angeles
Midnight Blue 2004.5 C230 Kompressor Sport Sedan. 2002 w210 E320, 2009 w211 E350 Sport
I wouldn't do it that first way you posted. You might want to consider something similar to the link below, but with the piping done up higher, so it doesn't sit so low. I know AAA would want to do it this way, and im sure they would make the piping fit in there perfectly. The muffler is behind the 2nd cat, with piping ran on both sides of the spare tire holder...
http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/4582/imgp0770vd8.jpg
Yeuchau, i hope you don't mind me posting, i found this pic on your thread....
http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/4582/imgp0770vd8.jpg
Yeuchau, i hope you don't mind me posting, i found this pic on your thread....
That's how all the pre-made aftermarket (dual exit) mufflers are (e.g. weltmeister, carlsson).
