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Old 05-25-2013, 06:56 PM
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Best way to spend 10k??

I won 10k gambling last night, going to put it towards some upgrades for the CLS63.

What would you guys do?

I already have a Kleemann tune installed and a set of HRE's on the way.

I'm thinking downpipes and a renntech diffuser and maybe an exhaust. All suggestions welcome!
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wow, I know nothing about gambling: aside from living my daily life.
that seems like a nice payoff so congrats......

sheesh, what a question! wanna go faster? look better? a little of both?
sounds like fun is in store
does that number include any install costs?

looking forward to what you conjure up
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WEISTEC TURBO UPGRADE+EXHAUST SYSTEM!!!!!
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Originally Posted by otherotherbenz
WEISTEC TURBO UPGRADE+EXHAUST SYSTEM!!!!!
I like where your heads at!! That's extremely tempting....Might have to go for it.
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wow, I know nothing about gambling: aside from living my daily life.
that seems like a nice payoff so congrats......

sheesh, what a question! wanna go faster? look better? a little of both?
sounds like fun is in store
does that number include any install costs?

looking forward to what you conjure up
Thanks! I'd like to go faster and add some style. Install doesn't have to be included

And thanks for taking 3k out of my pocket by posting those damn diffuser pics!
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Originally Posted by otherotherbenz
WEISTEC TURBO UPGRADE+EXHAUST SYSTEM!!!!!
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Thanks! I'd like to go faster and add some style. Install doesn't have to be included

And thanks for taking 3k out of my pocket by posting those damn diffuser pics!
it is nice eh?

would you also consider a new transmission upgrade along with the turbos?
that would be a nice one, but the turbo pack from RT is pretty steep...(12K)
also with all that power, seems more is needed beside just some T's:

copied from site:
RENNtech Ball Bearing Garrett derived turbo chargers
Larger impeller (inlet) and turbine (exhaust) cartridge
Cartridge shaft is larger and stronger to support larger wheels
Entire cartridge is fine balanced as an assembly
Lightweight forged billet wheels
Less rolling resistance offers quicker spooling
Virtually no lag with impressive throttle response
Precision machined impeller and turbine housings
Leak proof, high quality lines and fittings with heat shielding
833 Hp and 980 TQ @ crank


I have been considering some go mods too, but the numbers add up really quickly and becomes a bit discouraging.......just me....
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Originally Posted by otherotherbenz
WEISTEC TURBO UPGRADE+EXHAUST SYSTEM!!!!!
that'll be over 17K in parts
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Originally Posted by hyperion667
that'll be over 17K in parts
Nope, The turbo upgrade cost $8495 and the exhaust upgrades cost $4795, in total: $13290
I'm pretty sure pricing with Weistec can be flexible.
IMO, this is the most worth it performance upgrade on the market, in which Renntech's price is just too insane.
G luck!!
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AMS, renntech, weistec turbo upgrade u already have one of the sexiest cars on the road why not make it the fastest to
Even tho with ur ecu tune your already making 620-650whp
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i drive them all, fast and hard
weistec upgrade or renntechs, wonder how different they really are......get one
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Looks like I have some research to do on turbo upgrades. Is 100 Hp really worth 10k though?
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I guess the title should have been "best way to WASTE 10k".
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Originally Posted by eball77
I guess the title should have been "best way to WASTE 10k".
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Originally Posted by eball77
I guess the title should have been "best way to WASTE 10k".
Oh well then you're right at home. As a mod addict I no longer live in denial about the addiction...it's not a good use of my money, but it's a fun way to "waste" it!
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yeah really, F it.....

live on!!

now I need that S/S button from Macarbon hehe
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s/s button is on it's way, thanx for refreshing the mod bug.......just had to have it next day air too LOL
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I have Renntech turbo upgrades. I was the second car done in Jan.
All I can say is the car is really stupid fast.
1/4 mile times are now not relevant, hooking up with with 305s PSS is impossible.
It is a driving experience like no other though.
Just remember the prices quoted for the upgrades do not include installation.

Your need to win some more money!!$$
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I know I am a little late to this party... but since you already have the ECU tune and HRE's on the way...

I would suggest the Kleemann Downpipes and KW sleeve kit for starters

Pair that with an Escort 9500Ci, and the RT Rear Diffuser.

Or just go all out and do the turbo upgrade :p
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Originally Posted by Karl901
I have Renntech turbo upgrades. I was the second car done in Jan.
All I can say is the car is really stupid fast.
1/4 mile times are now not relevant, hooking up with with 305s PSS is impossible.
It is a driving experience like no other though.
Just remember the prices quoted for the upgrades do not include installation.

Your need to win some more money!!$$
Haha Im not gonna get greedy! Greed will get you everytime at the casino!

I don't really think I need this vehicle to be any faster . Especially with this car only being 2 wheel drive i dont really see a point in having much more HP right now.

I'm probably going to go with some visual mods like a diffuser and maybe downpipes and exhaust for a little more aggressive sound.
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Originally Posted by James@ACGAutomotive
I know I am a little late to this party... but since you already have the ECU tune and HRE's on the way...

I would suggest the Kleemann Downpipes and KW sleeve kit for starters

Pair that with an Escort 9500Ci, and the RT Rear Diffuser.

Or just go all out and do the turbo upgrade :p
I had the laser interceptor/ bel stir+ installed at the same time as my ECU tune.

How much are the kleeman downpipes with install?

I'm also planning on trying the KW in the back with h&r up front when my wheels come.
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Originally Posted by eball77
I had the laser interceptor/ bel stir+ installed at the same time as my ECU tune.

How much are the kleeman downpipes with install?

I'm also planning on trying the KW in the back with h&r up front when my wheels come.
$1400 installed... let me know we have them in stock.


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