ECU Tuning Worth it?
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ECU Tuning Worth it?
I am considering tuning options for my '02 CLK 430. I know that ECU tuning can get you a lot of extra HP if done right? Does anybody have done this and can tell me what results they got?
I looked at some websites (speedtuning etc) but so far the data has not convinced me yet to take the plunge (No dyno before and after).
Can anyone help me out with data or with personal experience on this?
I looked at some websites (speedtuning etc) but so far the data has not convinced me yet to take the plunge (No dyno before and after).
Can anyone help me out with data or with personal experience on this?
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I got a speedtuning usa upgrade and was pleased. No dynos, but it felt better. There should be some info about this in the forum postings. I seriously doubt you really get the 20hp they claim, but it felt a little meaner.
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i heard that from my friend that some of those companies that you have to take out ur ecu and send it to them... all they realyl do is like take off ur limiter and raise ur throttle... no real hp... but yeah thats just a guess...
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02 E55; 99 CLK430 (Sold)
Here's my thread from awhile back......
https://mbworld.org/forums/clk-class-w208/124887-new-dyno-results.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/clk-class-w208/124887-new-dyno-results.html
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00' Roush Mustang
I went from 260HP on block to 502 hp on block. The car is a scarry azz ride. And completly setup for it, unlress you go the route I went stay stockand put money into better mods. Merc are not known for power as much as looking too sweet.
Just my $0.02
./M@
Last edited by Roush2960; Aug 18, 2007 at 01:36 AM.
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