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Old Aug 11, 2010 | 12:51 PM
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RENNTECH ECU/TCU Upgrade

Hello,

Have a 05 CL65 with 9K on it. Looking to do the HP upgrade from Renntech with the ECU and TCU upgrade.

I would like to know if anybody has done this and if they experienced any problems after it was installed and if they really noticed the increase in HP from 612hp to 670hp... I know these V-12's are a work of art and also very sensitive.

Your comments would be much appreciated.

KR
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Old Aug 11, 2010 | 01:19 PM
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I can show you dyno chart of other 65 AMG with Renntech software only.. You will 100% feel the gain from Renntech software. Just give me a sec to find them. Feel free to PM me with any questions
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Old Aug 11, 2010 | 01:29 PM
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This is of an SL65, same power plant though.

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Old Aug 11, 2010 | 02:55 PM
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try the speedriven ecu/tcu. you wont be dissapointed
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Old Aug 18, 2010 | 07:56 PM
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is it possible to upgrade the ecu without car being at the shop ? or any local shop in LA CA area ? average price ?
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Old Aug 18, 2010 | 09:50 PM
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Originally Posted by rchoe618
is it possible to upgrade the ecu without car being at the shop ? or any local shop in LA CA area ? average price ?
We have a couple of mobile techs in LA and San Diego that can make the process very easy.
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Old Aug 21, 2010 | 12:57 AM
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Originally Posted by kroglieri
Hello,

Have a 05 CL65 with 9K on it. Looking to do the HP upgrade from Renntech with the ECU and TCU upgrade.

I would like to know if anybody has done this and if they experienced any problems after it was installed and if they really noticed the increase in HP from 612hp to 670hp... I know these V-12's are a work of art and also very sensitive.

Your comments would be much appreciated.

KR

I have had 2 CL65s and an S65 modified by Renntech. I have had no problems with the modifications. In fact, I driveability improved after the Renntech ECU/TCU modification. Also, the power difference is noticeable. You won't be disappointed.
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Originally Posted by IngenereAMG
We have a couple of mobile techs in LA and San Diego that can make the process very easy.
What's the going prices for a ECU/TCU upgrade?
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