c32 speedo
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Stg3 B5S4-C55 AMG
c32 speedo
Do you guys actually like the speedo layout ?
Its probably the only thing about the 32 that I don't like.
Is it something that you eventually get used to ? I mean , compared to the C55's cluster, the 32's is so old man-ish.
Am I the only one that thinks so ?
Its probably the only thing about the 32 that I don't like.
Is it something that you eventually get used to ? I mean , compared to the C55's cluster, the 32's is so old man-ish.
Am I the only one that thinks so ?
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I think it's fine... if you don't like it though, you can swap the CLK cluster in its place... a few w203 C-class folks have done this mod - you can probably do a search for it if you want to see pics (search the regular w203 forum as well, if you limit it to forum).
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2002 C32 AMG silver & 2003 Lancer Evolution 8 black very moded
it doesn't bother me... what i dont like is my frosty xenon headlights... bi xenon is a great look but pricey 
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Good to know. I was wondering if there was an option.
In deciding between the 32/55 , I'm leaning towards the 32 mainly due to bang for the buck.
Seems like there's so much more available for the car, and the aftermarket R&D is healthy and evolving.
Don't see quite as much happening for the 55. , and I'm not interested in dropping a 211 e55 motor in the car.
Thanks.
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Before you decide on one or the other, drive both back to back if you can. I hated the speedo in my C32 and, if I still had it, might of tried upgrading it to the CLK one....
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Good to know. I was wondering if there was an option.
In deciding between the 32/55 , I'm leaning towards the 32 mainly due to bang for the buck.
Seems like there's so much more available for the car, and the aftermarket R&D is healthy and evolving.
Don't see quite as much happening for the 55. , and I'm not interested in dropping a 211 e55 motor in the car.
Thanks.
In deciding between the 32/55 , I'm leaning towards the 32 mainly due to bang for the buck.
Seems like there's so much more available for the car, and the aftermarket R&D is healthy and evolving.
Don't see quite as much happening for the 55. , and I'm not interested in dropping a 211 e55 motor in the car.
Thanks.
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Welcome on whatever you decide...if its modding eventually a seller then C32 cause its cheaper but the C55 is very moddable also but pricier look at the newbie search it may help you decide[/QUOTE]
I agree with Vic on this!! I own both engines (55 and C32) and trust me, if you're looking to mod, the C32 is MUCH MUCH easier and less expensive to mod than the 55 engine. Not that the 55 engine is bad, its just that much harder to mod. Except for res delete, ECM Reflash, headers and air box, wwires and plugs, theres not much price-wise that you can do to the 55 engine for less than $1000. For less than $1000, you can pulley a C32 and add an intake, get a Sprint Booster for the throttle and add some KNs and you're still under $1000. These alone should be good for 1/2 to 3/4 of a second in the qtr mile and couple MPH. You can also go to a LET crank pulley and add the SC pulley for less than $2000 and then you're close to 63 territory and definitely faster than an M3.
[/QUOTE]I agree with Vic on this!! I own both engines (55 and C32) and trust me, if you're looking to mod, the C32 is MUCH MUCH easier and less expensive to mod than the 55 engine. Not that the 55 engine is bad, its just that much harder to mod. Except for res delete, ECM Reflash, headers and air box, wwires and plugs, theres not much price-wise that you can do to the 55 engine for less than $1000. For less than $1000, you can pulley a C32 and add an intake, get a Sprint Booster for the throttle and add some KNs and you're still under $1000. These alone should be good for 1/2 to 3/4 of a second in the qtr mile and couple MPH. You can also go to a LET crank pulley and add the SC pulley for less than $2000 and then you're close to 63 territory and definitely faster than an M3.
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2002 C32 ///AMG
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Either way, I would hope a modded C32 would be faster than an E46 M3, at least in a straight line...
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the speedo doesn't both me the lights did. i fixed that by buying clear fogs from Steve and clear headlites from park place mercedes benz.
