CLK-Class (W209) 2003 on: CLK 270 CDI, CLK 200K, CLK 200 CGI, CLK 240, CLK 320, CLK 350, CLK 500, CLK 550 [Coupes & Cabriolets]

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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 03:09 PM
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That thing is a PITA. Everything is smooth until you have to put the pedal back in, that's the hardest part.
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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 03:11 PM
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and maybe u have a pics somewhere ? im trying to make it easy for me

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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 03:15 PM
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Nope, sorry. I installed it a few years ago when I first bought the car. There HAS to be some instructions floating around somewhere. It's a pretty straight forward install, they only pain is the pedal.
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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 05:22 PM
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It's actually really easy...10mm socket needed...

1. Pop off black cap under the pedal to show 10mm bolt

2. Undo bolt and pull pedal off bolt and down to show wiring

3. Fit sprint booster in between connection on wiring

4. Install and tuck wires back

5. Push pedal back into hole and line up with bolt

6. Replace bolt and cap

7. Turn on car and drive with a lead foot



Questions?...let me know...
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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 05:33 PM
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Step 5 is what gave me the most trouble.
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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 05:35 PM
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Hmm...shove wire in deeper?...lol...do you think after ecu reflash it should be taken out and then reinstalled again?...cause wouldn't the ecu think it is part of it?...

Just a thought..
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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 05:40 PM
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I didn't and everything was fine.
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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 07:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Newjd2
It's actually really easy...10mm socket needed...

1. Pop off black cap under the pedal to show 10mm bolt

2. Undo bolt and pull pedal off bolt and down to show wiring

3. Fit sprint booster in between connection on wiring

4. Install and tuck wires back

5. Push pedal back into hole and line up with bolt

6. Replace bolt and cap

7. Turn on car and drive with a lead foot



Questions?...let me know...
This is what I need. Appreciated man.

Andy
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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 07:24 PM
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Andy, which SB are you going to get?
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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 11:34 PM
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Andy if you need photos or anything...let me know cause I have a couple shots sitting on my phone...
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 12:02 AM
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Wes, i dont know yet ..which one u recommend ? Non-AMG one ?

Newjd2, if you can send me those pics to my email le7316@yahoo.com that would be great or if u still have my number you can mms then . And which SB did you get ?


RL123, hope u dont mind im using your thread.

Andy
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 02:37 AM
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I would say, YES! Just ask Klinh. He recently had Jeremy tune his car and ended up putting the sprintbooster back in.
what does the sprintbooster do? wouldn't a tune +sprintbooster make the throttle responce ridiculous?
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 02:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Amiricanmade
what does the sprintbooster do? wouldn't a tune +sprintbooster make the throttle responce ridiculous?
This is off their website.

" Sprint Booster modifies the signal between the accelerator pedal module and the electronic throttle body. This modified signal forces the throttle body to open 'more' than the stock signal at a given pedal position. In effect, the idle-to-full-throttle pedal travel is reduced. This makes your car 'feel' more powerful because a given pedal input produces greater throttle opening. This is especially evident in the low to mid rpm range where most cars spend their time on the street."
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 09:40 AM
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I spoke to Harry (Bergen Import)...very helpful and went through the options...so for suspension upgrade most likely it would be bilstein pss9 coilover and place 10mm spacers... though not certain on how much it would affect the "comfort" ride...even if the bils have adjustable suspension....

M-benz...no prob..your insights are helpful....and learning a lot...tooo much options....not enough $$$$....

mod bug getting into me....just need to take the plunge :-) and chaching...
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 09:45 AM
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Originally Posted by rl1213
Wes...
I spoke to Harry (Bergen Import)...very helpful and went through the options...so for suspension upgrade most likely it would be bilstein pss9 coilover and place 10mm spacers...
For the suspension, you will also need adjustable camber arms (or Kmacs; I think Wes uses these) in the rear to adjust all the negative camber you rear will have after the drop.
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 09:56 AM
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I'm actually using Ghostriders camber kit.
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by rl1213
Wes...
I spoke to Harry (Bergen Import)...very helpful and went through the options...so for suspension upgrade most likely it would be bilstein pss9 coilover and place 10mm spacers... though not certain on how much it would affect the "comfort" ride...even if the bils have adjustable suspension....

M-benz...no prob..your insights are helpful....and learning a lot...tooo much options....not enough $$$$....

mod bug getting into me....just need to take the plunge :-) and chaching...
The comfort also depends on the size of the wheels and tires. Do you want the coil overs for their adjustability or to slam the car? What size wheels will you have on? I should get me car back in a week, if you want to meet up and check out the suspension just let me know.
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 11:39 PM
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7 Wouldent call it a mod but a lot of body and repair work.
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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 03:29 PM
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Originally Posted by 2MCHCAR
For the suspension, you will also need adjustable camber arms (or Kmacs; I think Wes uses these) in the rear to adjust all the negative camber you rear will have after the drop.
Actually I think it depends on the width of the wheels and tire sizes...i don't think he will need a camber kit if he uses 9.5in wheels in the rear with a 265 tire. His tires will wear faster on the inners, but at least he wont need that ****ty camber arm.
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Old Dec 14, 2010 | 12:31 PM
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what is a sprint booster? i am planning on getting the powerchip for my clk350 soon.
thanks....
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Old Dec 14, 2010 | 12:37 PM
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what is a sprint booster? i am planning on getting the powerchip for my clk350 soon.
thanks....
Go with OEtuning. Here is the sprintbooster website.

http://www.sprintboostersales.com/whyitworks.cfm
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Old Dec 14, 2010 | 12:39 PM
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is there a major difference between powerchip and speed tuning?
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Old Dec 14, 2010 | 12:43 PM
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Not that I know of. I have a speedtuning tune, but I think I might be getting another from Jeremy at OEtuning.
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Old Dec 14, 2010 | 12:47 PM
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just read the info on sprintboosters. thanks...i feel so confused on the mods i want to do with my car....what is the average cost for sprintbooster? what is wrong with your current ecu? sorry to blast you with so many questions...
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Old Dec 14, 2010 | 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by 08clk350
just read the info on sprintboosters. thanks...i feel so confused on the mods i want to do with my car....what is the average cost for sprintbooster? what is wrong with your current ecu? sorry to blast you with so many questions...
I believe the new SBs go for around $300. You could find a used one in the classifieds pretty easy though. I bought mine used over 2 years ago and it's still working great. Nothing happened to my ECu, it's just that I have done a few mods since my last tune and I would like a custom tune this time.
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