Exhaust System for CLK500?
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Exhaust System for CLK500?
Ok, I am lost still on what exhaust system to get. Can anyone help me with this? I like the Eisenmann exhaust with the Race Performance and either 2X83mm(Round) or 1X120X77mm(round). I know there are other exhaust systems out there such as Brabus, Renntech, etc. Which would you guys get if you wanted to make your car sound aggressive and powerful? It seems to me that the Eisenmann is nice, but I am still debating.
Also, does anyone know if I get an exhaust system, would it fit on my CLK500 stock rear bumper? Or would I have to get someone to shave off some of my bumper to fit the exhaust? The Eisenmann system seems to be too big in terms of the size of the exhaust to fit, but thats just my guess. So anyone with advice please help me.
Also, if anyone has any good deals with any brand exhaust system could you let me know? thanks!
Also, does anyone know if I get an exhaust system, would it fit on my CLK500 stock rear bumper? Or would I have to get someone to shave off some of my bumper to fit the exhaust? The Eisenmann system seems to be too big in terms of the size of the exhaust to fit, but thats just my guess. So anyone with advice please help me.
Also, if anyone has any good deals with any brand exhaust system could you let me know? thanks!
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Cool, at least i dont have to shave the bumper. So do any of you think Eisenmann is a good exhaust to go with? Also, if I get an exhaust, do I have to get an Intake to balance it out? I know for the 500s we have 2 pipes having air flow in, does that mean I should get dual intakes?
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I used to have the Eisenmann Race exhaust on my 2000 CLK430, but that has been long gone when I sold my car, I recently bought a CLK500 and looking for the same exhaust system, simply because I love how my CLK sounded, everyone knew it was me, and it had its own personal sound to it, I also experienced better response and more of a rumble at idle, you knew my exhaust was aftermarket, and when you let the baby go you hear the notes sing, best looking and sounding exhaust IMHO. Eisenmann hands down, the best for Mercedes.
As for the intake, you wont need to modify them, people have some odd idea that if you put a cone filter at the end, you'll get more HP and intake, but in reality the stock intakes are pretty big, and if you were to do the air intake mod, you would need two cone filters. There is no use for them, the stock filters do just as much, if not more. They only look good when you pop the hood, but you might get malfunction errors if you do this mod.
Here is an example of a W208 CLK430 with the same mod, like I said you wont experience any gains, its just like having the stock one there. Its all just looks i guess.
S500...
Hope this helps...
BTW- If you want a less restrictive intake, try swapping the stock one for the one found in the S500, its like a 10 dollar part, and will get you more air intake... a lot of the E500 people are doing this, so it would be the same for the CLK500's... here's the link. Good luck! https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...ht=restriction
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As for the intake, you wont need to modify them, people have some odd idea that if you put a cone filter at the end, you'll get more HP and intake, but in reality the stock intakes are pretty big, and if you were to do the air intake mod, you would need two cone filters. There is no use for them, the stock filters do just as much, if not more. They only look good when you pop the hood, but you might get malfunction errors if you do this mod.
Here is an example of a W208 CLK430 with the same mod, like I said you wont experience any gains, its just like having the stock one there. Its all just looks i guess.
S500...
Hope this helps...
BTW- If you want a less restrictive intake, try swapping the stock one for the one found in the S500, its like a 10 dollar part, and will get you more air intake... a lot of the E500 people are doing this, so it would be the same for the CLK500's... here's the link. Good luck! https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...ht=restriction
-Vik
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Vik, That looks hot. How did you get that. I assume you went to your hardware store and bought the parts and aftermarket cones and just built it, Very nice. You think it would be possible to do this with the 209. Ive been waiting an intake like this for a long time. Im aware of the HP not gained, but im sure it will sound nice and look great. Thanks for the info...
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Filters - $25.00 each
Red Plastic Tubes - $14.00 each
The metal round tubes are $2.50 each (These are 3 inch round aluminum drain pipes that were cut in half)
The filters are for a Honda, with the a 3" opening for the tube to connect to. Pretty sure its possible to do, if it can be done in an S500, it can surely be done to a CLK500, and without a doubt be done to a CLK320.
Red Plastic Tubes - $14.00 each
The metal round tubes are $2.50 each (These are 3 inch round aluminum drain pipes that were cut in half)
The filters are for a Honda, with the a 3" opening for the tube to connect to. Pretty sure its possible to do, if it can be done in an S500, it can surely be done to a CLK500, and without a doubt be done to a CLK320.
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wow! thanks for all your info Viktorious. I am really leaning on getting the Eisenmann exhaust. I want to get the Race Performance one cuz it looks like it gives the most hp and has the loudest sound.
Just one last question, is there a lot of differences between the different style of tips. I checked the Eisenmann website and found that for the CLK500 there are 3 tips
2x76mm(round)
2x83mm(round)
1x120x77mm(oval)
Is there a difference in performance between the 3 or is it just for the looks? And also will any of these 3 fit under my stock rear bumper? Sorry for asking so many questions~! I need to make sure before I order it. Which would you suggest?
Just one last question, is there a lot of differences between the different style of tips. I checked the Eisenmann website and found that for the CLK500 there are 3 tips
2x76mm(round)
2x83mm(round)
1x120x77mm(oval)
Is there a difference in performance between the 3 or is it just for the looks? And also will any of these 3 fit under my stock rear bumper? Sorry for asking so many questions~! I need to make sure before I order it. Which would you suggest?
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I had the 2X83mm Exhaust, and that is the largest in diameter, and it will fit.. the Oval one is just wide, not larger in diameter, the bigger the diameter the louder it will be, 2x83mm and the oval exhaust will sound about the same, a lot of people just do the 2x83mm one, I suggest you get that one. Best looking and sounding IMHO.
Darrick - I never did this air intake mod, but my friend has, it definately is louder than stock without a doubt, you can tell you have something under the hood, as for functionality, the intakes suck in hot air, so it could put some work on your engine, its not a cold air intake... It looks good though and makes the exhaust notes sing even better none the less, its all about personal preference, its better than the Renntech CF Airbox, that thing is hecka expensive, but Renntech does give you HP increases, but only like 2 or 3, not worth the grand your paying for it. If you want cheap upgrades that are effective, i would suggest you invest 500 bucks into an Evosport pulley, best bang for the buck when I was modding my CLK430, doing the same to my CLK500 now.
Darrick - I never did this air intake mod, but my friend has, it definately is louder than stock without a doubt, you can tell you have something under the hood, as for functionality, the intakes suck in hot air, so it could put some work on your engine, its not a cold air intake... It looks good though and makes the exhaust notes sing even better none the less, its all about personal preference, its better than the Renntech CF Airbox, that thing is hecka expensive, but Renntech does give you HP increases, but only like 2 or 3, not worth the grand your paying for it. If you want cheap upgrades that are effective, i would suggest you invest 500 bucks into an Evosport pulley, best bang for the buck when I was modding my CLK430, doing the same to my CLK500 now.
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Originally posted by Viktorious
I had the 2X83mm Exhaust, and that is the largest in diameter, and it will fit.. the Oval one is just wide, not larger in diameter, the bigger the diameter the louder it will be, 2x83mm and the oval exhaust will sound about the same, a lot of people just do the 2x83mm one, I suggest you get that one. Best looking and sounding IMHO.
Darrick - I never did this air intake mod, but my friend has, it definately is louder than stock without a doubt, you can tell you have something under the hood, as for functionality, the intakes suck in hot air, so it could put some work on your engine, its not a cold air intake... It looks good though and makes the exhaust notes sing even better none the less, its all about personal preference, its better than the Renntech CF Airbox, that thing is hecka expensive, but Renntech does give you HP increases, but only like 2 or 3, not worth the grand your paying for it. If you want cheap upgrades that are effective, i would suggest you invest 500 bucks into an Evosport pulley, best bang for the buck when I was modding my CLK430, doing the same to my CLK500 now.
I had the 2X83mm Exhaust, and that is the largest in diameter, and it will fit.. the Oval one is just wide, not larger in diameter, the bigger the diameter the louder it will be, 2x83mm and the oval exhaust will sound about the same, a lot of people just do the 2x83mm one, I suggest you get that one. Best looking and sounding IMHO.
Darrick - I never did this air intake mod, but my friend has, it definately is louder than stock without a doubt, you can tell you have something under the hood, as for functionality, the intakes suck in hot air, so it could put some work on your engine, its not a cold air intake... It looks good though and makes the exhaust notes sing even better none the less, its all about personal preference, its better than the Renntech CF Airbox, that thing is hecka expensive, but Renntech does give you HP increases, but only like 2 or 3, not worth the grand your paying for it. If you want cheap upgrades that are effective, i would suggest you invest 500 bucks into an Evosport pulley, best bang for the buck when I was modding my CLK430, doing the same to my CLK500 now.
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aite made up my mind, within next few days i will order the Eisenmann exhaust race performance 2X83mm(round) I just have 2 last things to get..sorry again for asking! So when I buy the exhaust, I dont need to buy anymore parts right? I can just go to a shop and have them put it on for me? Or do I need to buy mufflers or some other stuff to go with it? Also last thing is if there are any dealers or people on the forums that can give me a discount or soemthing with the exhaust. Just bought my car not that long ago and am kinda low on money lol. So ya, please reply! thanks!!
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The exhaust comes with everything needed, just take it to a reputable exhaust installer. Not sure about discounts, I bought mine from www.eisenhaus.com but you can also try www.evosport.com and see if Ben can help you out.
