CGI Hard intercooler pipes?
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W204 MY10 C200CGI
CGI Hard intercooler pipes?
Hey guys,
So I think everyone with a CGI is familiar with the limited modifications available for performance. I have been thinking, and given how soft our intercooler piping is, I think we would benefit substantially from solid piping. It MUST reduce some turbo lag.
To that end, does anyone know of a manufacturer making it? If not, are any of the MBWorld sponsors interested in looking into it?
I would 100% be making that purchase
So I think everyone with a CGI is familiar with the limited modifications available for performance. I have been thinking, and given how soft our intercooler piping is, I think we would benefit substantially from solid piping. It MUST reduce some turbo lag.
To that end, does anyone know of a manufacturer making it? If not, are any of the MBWorld sponsors interested in looking into it?
I would 100% be making that purchase
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From: Miami, FL
2013 C250
You are absolutely right, our cars would greatly benefit from having stainless steel intercooler piping. I did little search on the Web, and haven't found anyone manufacturing it. We have 2 options:
1. Buy a generic kit and cut the pipes to need and get them welded.
2. Go to a shop that specializes in such fabrications.
1. Buy a generic kit and cut the pipes to need and get them welded.
2. Go to a shop that specializes in such fabrications.
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From: Hong Kong
2010 C200 CGI
Actually Rado and another company in Taiwan that I can't remember the name of right now, make FMIC replacements that use the same style attachment as OEM but with a hardpipe. Maybe you could ask Rado first? Another option would be to just run stainless steel wired silicone pipes and clamps.
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Hmmm, I am happy to make my own. I am a little concerned about the merc clip on fittings potentially not sealing well. I guess it shouldn't be a problem.
Will look hot with some nice shiny tubing
sigh, I guess I will add that to the list. At least it is easy to remove the stock piping and measure it up....
Will look hot with some nice shiny tubing
sigh, I guess I will add that to the list. At least it is easy to remove the stock piping and measure it up....
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2010 C200 CGI
If you're willing to use clamps then it's quite easy and cheap enough to make, in fact just go to your local exhaust shop that has a mandrel bender. Add some silicone couplings and clamps and you're all set.
