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Need help with aftermarket products
I have a 2003 CLK500 (W209) that I would like to add some extra punch to. With so many options out there I could use a bit of input as to what works best. I am looking to add Headers and an Exhaust, upgraded ECU, and Supercharger. I live in Orlando, Fl and would also like to if anyone knows or has used a local speed shop to help in the process. Any suggestions as to what brand or parts to use would be a tremendous help. This is my first car that I have looked to upgrade so need a bit of guidance. Thanks in advance!
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I have a 2003 CLK500 (W209) that I would like to add some extra punch to. With so many options out there I could use a bit of input as to what works best. I am looking to add Headers and an Exhaust, upgraded ECU, and Supercharger. I live in Orlando, Fl and would also like to if anyone knows or has used a local speed shop to help in the process. Any suggestions as to what brand or parts to use would be a tremendous help. This is my first car that I have looked to upgrade so need a bit of guidance. Thanks in advance!
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Verus RENNtech? I know the price is far better with Kleemann but what about performance? That what I am looking for, what performs better. Cost matters but I dont want that to compromise performance.
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I have and you are right there are tons of post. What I am hoping to gain is what works better? I know everyone will have an opinion and I want hear it. If this was your dream project, what would you do and why? Calrsson, Kleemann or RENNtech?
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Its good to see that you are also doing some research, my mod thread will help you make some decisions on what you want to do with the car and how to save some money, ie, Akebono pads are great for the street but almost helped me get into a wall at the track...
Feel free to contact me anytime, I certainly won't claim to know everything around here but I do have a pretty good background in building track cars (and a wee bit of audio too) - with the knowledge of all the 209 members combined, this is one phenomenal place to learn and have fun.
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Thanks for the help Kevwood! Have you got your project back yet? From reading your project post it looks like you are looking to get it back this Saturday, for that shops sake I hope they get it to you by then!
The 209 that you have what kind of brakes suspension and rear end did you put on it and why. Please remember that I am in Orlando, FL and cannot ge everything that you can in Dubia, lucky dog you are!
Also I am looking to do this in steps and from the sounds of it you are suggestion upgraded brakes suspension and rear end first. Where is a good starting point after I do that? Headers and Exhaust and intake I take it?
Thanks again for you help!
The 209 that you have what kind of brakes suspension and rear end did you put on it and why. Please remember that I am in Orlando, FL and cannot ge everything that you can in Dubia, lucky dog you are!
Also I am looking to do this in steps and from the sounds of it you are suggestion upgraded brakes suspension and rear end first. Where is a good starting point after I do that? Headers and Exhaust and intake I take it?
Thanks again for you help!
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Thanks for the help Kevwood! Have you got your project back yet? From reading your project post it looks like you are looking to get it back this Saturday, for that shops sake I hope they get it to you by then!
The 209 that you have what kind of brakes suspension and rear end did you put on it and why. Please remember that I am in Orlando, FL and cannot ge everything that you can in Dubia, lucky dog you are!
Also I am looking to do this in steps and from the sounds of it you are suggestion upgraded brakes suspension and rear end first. Where is a good starting point after I do that? Headers and Exhaust and intake I take it?
Thanks again for you help!
The 209 that you have what kind of brakes suspension and rear end did you put on it and why. Please remember that I am in Orlando, FL and cannot ge everything that you can in Dubia, lucky dog you are!
Also I am looking to do this in steps and from the sounds of it you are suggestion upgraded brakes suspension and rear end first. Where is a good starting point after I do that? Headers and Exhaust and intake I take it?
Thanks again for you help!
As for all my parts, I import everything from the US or Europe and pay an arm and a leg for the shipping, customs and brokerage duties - you are far better off building your car State-side.
For my suspension I went with H&R springs & sway bars (adjustable) and Koni adjustable shocks/struts (yellows). I also have CLK AMG Black Series strut tower bars that are being worked into the equation (heavy modifications needed). I also have the P1 rear camber kit.
For brakes I upgraded to a Brembo Grand Turismo big brake kit with 6 piston front/4 piston rear calipers, floating slotted composite rotors and stainless lines.
Rear end, Quaife LSD.
Most of my mods are listed in my sig and pictures can all be found on my profile page in my albums.