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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 02:26 PM
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Just ran across this. http://www.hennesseyperformance.com/mercedesbenz.html
Wonder if they do their own or use someone else's? +30 HP / +35 TQ seems to be on low end of here. Also anyone with insights into their TCM upgrade? Does this seem expensive to other in comparison to other offerings out there? I had a Hennessey car and it was brutal in simple terms; just not sure if this type of experience would translate to M156.
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 02:33 PM
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I think this is old news...haven't heard of them in months. Aren't they more into Vipers?
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Even Money
I think this is old news...haven't heard of them in months. Aren't they more into Vipers?
They are indeed. I own a Venom Viper1000. Use to run low-mid 10s all the time, assuming I didn't lose traction which is near impossible without drag slicks! The thing is the most brutal car I have ever driven...to the point it is was not even fun after awhile. Great in straight line...turn, and apply throttle...bye-bye ***-end! Sitting in storage. Impulse buy...big regret!
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 02:57 PM
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There is a thread in the BS forum about Hennessey.

Here: https://mbworld.org/forums/clk63-bla...vegas-may.html
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 03:20 PM
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With at least 5+ reputable tuners with proven parts for the C63, why the hell would you go with a company with no proven product for the M156, and many documented failures with other projects they've "attempted"?

Don't get a shady Texas tuner confused with a legendary French Cognac.
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 03:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Hans Delbruck
With at least 5+ reputable tuners with proven parts for the C63, why the hell would you go with a company with no proven product for the M156, and many documented failures with other projects they've "attempted"?

Don't get a shady Texas tuner confused with a legendary French Cognac.
Not considering them at all. Have K1 and has served me well.
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 03:53 PM
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I wouldn't let Hennessey tune my lawnmower for free.
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 04:07 PM
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They are indeed. I own a Venom Viper1000. Use to run low-mid 10s all the time, assuming I didn't lose traction which is near impossible without drag slicks! The thing is the most brutal car I have ever driven...to the point it is was not even fun after awhile. Great in straight line...turn, and apply throttle...bye-bye ***-end! Sitting in storage. Impulse buy...big regret!
If you left that car here, I can run it around the block a few times to make sure it is operating correctly
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 04:19 PM
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If you left that car here, I can run it around the block a few times to make sure it is operating correctly
The optimal word is operating correctly! The damn thing is impossible to keep running. 7 miles/gallon, no suspension (small pebbles felt like cinder blocks going up your a--!) tire spin or stall at stop, tire spin at every change....how much fun can you have? Sad part about it is that I have a guy who wants to buy it. I have let him drive it and been candid about the issues (small to large) and he still wants to buy.
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Don't get a shady Texas tuner confused with a legendary French Cognac. [/QUOTE]

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John Hennessey is well know to many Viper owners and courts of law....
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 04:58 PM
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I love this quote, I no zero about hennesy!! Either one!
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 05:03 PM
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John Hennessey is well know to many Viper owners and courts of law....
After hearing about their history...fogettabouit!
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Dealing with John for over 15 years now....no problems.

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At least they host the Supra meet every year and that is a good time.
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Dealing with John for over 15 years now....no problems.

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Your lucky. I quick internet search should reveal those with a different experience.....
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I found that on the web without much searching. ecampbell are you located in TX? If so that would make sense.
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