75HP Performance Chip
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From: Columbus, OH
2003 CLK500
75HP Performance Chip
Just wondering if anyone has tried one of these. I find it hard to believe, but if its true, I don't want to miss out. "GUARANTEED" is a big word to ignor.
Please post your experiences, thoughts, opinions, and concerns... and if you have any FACTS, I would love to hear those too!
eBay link:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=160239215499
Please post your experiences, thoughts, opinions, and concerns... and if you have any FACTS, I would love to hear those too!
eBay link:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=160239215499
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209/W210 Estate /W211 modded by MBENZNL
40 HP Gain on a Software upgrade on a N/A Engine is BLUE SKY try 15HP
Yet alone THINKING about a 75 HP Gain with software on a N/A Engine
The Numbers Wont happen
from renntech for the CLK
RENNtech ECU upgrade** 995
part No. 542080010
HP gain 10 hp TOTAL HP 225 @ 5700 rpm
TQ gain 22 lb-ft TOTAL TQ 241 @ 3000 - 4600 rpm
I Stand Corrected 10 HORSEPOWER GAIN
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Okay, so I read some of the feedback, and I guess that 75HP is an overstatement, by like 70hp, from what I've read. Also, it turns out to be a 50 cent Radio Shack resistor, not a chip.
But they claim it's "GUARANTEED!" That's a pretty big statement to make. Where are the Lawyers at? Isn't there a law that prevents people from making false claims like this?
If not;
Listen up people! I have a chip that will guarantee a 200hp and 50mpg increase, the second Tuesday of every week, every other Leap Year.
MBWorld members get 90% off, a steal at $3999.99!
Any takers?
Okay, I almost fell for the scam... what other "B.S." is out there that I should watch out for? I know my way around a car pretty well, but I don't know much about all of the aftermarket bolt-ons or tweaks. And of course, I'm always looking for a good deal. I would appreciate some help, or at least a heads up on what's out there, or at least, what NOT to buy.
Thanks!
But they claim it's "GUARANTEED!" That's a pretty big statement to make. Where are the Lawyers at? Isn't there a law that prevents people from making false claims like this?
If not;
Listen up people! I have a chip that will guarantee a 200hp and 50mpg increase, the second Tuesday of every week, every other Leap Year.
MBWorld members get 90% off, a steal at $3999.99!
Any takers?
Okay, I almost fell for the scam... what other "B.S." is out there that I should watch out for? I know my way around a car pretty well, but I don't know much about all of the aftermarket bolt-ons or tweaks. And of course, I'm always looking for a good deal. I would appreciate some help, or at least a heads up on what's out there, or at least, what NOT to buy.
Thanks!
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as mark already stated. you're car is naturally aspirated, no supercharger or turbocharger. you're not going to get any real gains from a chip. however, some chips do offer more throttle response, or take off your speed limiter.
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I haven't had a chance to REALLY open it up, yet. I've only had it up to about 121mph, but never tried for any more. I was amazed at how easily it got there!! I love my Benz!!!
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120 is more than i've done lol. all cars are limited to a certain speed. should be 130. honestly, dont buy that ebay chip. search the forums, there are a couple of decent brands that offer chips from 300-1k. probally wont gain much, but dont take a risk on a $20 chip.
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Depends on the model. As I recall, the CLK350 is limited to 130 or 135 and the bigger engines to 155. I think that has as much to do with the tires as anything else. My CLK350's tires are not V rated. The 500, or is it 550?, are.
My old NSX had, I think, W rated (or better) tires and could do 160+, although I never got it over 140.
My old NSX had, I think, W rated (or better) tires and could do 160+, although I never got it over 140.
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I dunno, even if its only 5hp, for only $15? I believe Its a resistor that fools the ECU to think the engine is cooler, therefore runs richer at large throttle openings. Many years ago....I did this to my Miata, Trans am, and VW..my buddies too. Its an old trick for a couple extra ponies.
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I dunno, even if its only 5hp, for only $15? I believe Its a resistor that fools the ECU to think the engine is cooler, therefore runs richer at large throttle openings. Many years ago....I did this to my Miata, Trans am, and VW..my buddies too. Its an old trick for a couple extra ponies.
