OE Tuning 550 Bi-Turbo Tune Review
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2012 E550 Coupe, 2013 Escalade ESV, 2013 Lexus GS350, 2003 Honda VFR, 2017 Yamaha Kodiak 700 EPS SE
I'm not into racing my car either but was just looking for validation of the power improvements. Although I definitely felt / perceived the power increase it was good to have real data as well. 
It was easy for me as had it all done at one place (IAP Racing in VA) - OE Tuning Tune was done at this shop while I waited (bench tune, didn't have to send the ECU in).
It was easy for me as had it all done at one place (IAP Racing in VA) - OE Tuning Tune was done at this shop while I waited (bench tune, didn't have to send the ECU in).
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2013 CLS550 4Matic
I'm not into racing my car either but was just looking for validation of the power improvements. Although I definitely felt / perceived the power increase it was good to have real data as well.
It was easy for me as had it all done at one place (IAP Racing in VA) - OE Tuning Tune was done at this shop while I waited (bench tune, didn't have to send the ECU in).
It was easy for me as had it all done at one place (IAP Racing in VA) - OE Tuning Tune was done at this shop while I waited (bench tune, didn't have to send the ECU in).
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We have not seen any adverse effects related to our M278 tune, including engine and gearbox wear and tear.
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2013 E550 4MATIC
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We test on CA91 octane premium gas here in California. We can also tune for higher octane premium pump gas like 93, 94 as well. We always recommend using the highest quality fuel available for best performance.
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I currently live in Ohio where 93 is readily available, I plan on moving to Cali in a year or two, If I get the 93 octane tune wilI have to get it retuned if I move to Cali?
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I would recommend installing a 91-93 Octane tune that can be used with both 91 and 93 Octane fuels. This way no need to retune for use with CA91 fuel.
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2013 E550 4MATIC
I wanted to share here since the cars share the same motor. I recently picked up a 2012 E550 4Matic and wanted to get it tuned. After researching several vendors I went with OE Tuning and am very very happy. Here are my overall thoughts.
Vendor Tune Selection
After calling various vendors to discuss their tunes, pricing and the overall process I decided to go with OE Tuning. Jeremy and Ryan were great throughtout the entire process. They answered all my questions, provided a detailed document on how to remove and install the ecu and remained in contact (via email and telephone) with me the entire time to let me know they received and shipped my ecu.
The Tuning Process:
ECU removal and install was very very simple. The entire tuning process took less than 3 full days. I shipped it via overnight to them in cali from nyc on monday morning and received it back wed by 10:30am.
Performance
I LOVE the tune. Throttle response is far greater and the added power is very very noticeable. The car pulls very hard throughtout the entire rpm range. Feels like an entirely new car. At 20mph in 75 degree weather I am able to get the traction control to engage on the 4matic! To gauge its new performance I had a chance to see how it compares to a modded E55 wagon. A close friend of mine (and member here) has a 2006 E55 Wagon with modded supercharger pulley (equivalent to 168 crank pulley). We had a chance to make several runs last night from a stop and roll. From a dig the 4matic advantage is very clear as the car would launch very hard and jumjp out about 2 car lengths and slowly pull another 1/2-1 car length before we shut down. From a roll the car would slowly pull to about 1 1/2-2 cars everytime before we shut down.
I have been racing cars at the track for years and based on how the car feels, I am confident that the car will easily run from 11.9-12.2 based on weather and launch.
Overall I am extremely happy with my choice and new found power. Hopefully this review helps anyone thinking of getting their 550 Bi-turbo tuned!
Vendor Tune Selection
After calling various vendors to discuss their tunes, pricing and the overall process I decided to go with OE Tuning. Jeremy and Ryan were great throughtout the entire process. They answered all my questions, provided a detailed document on how to remove and install the ecu and remained in contact (via email and telephone) with me the entire time to let me know they received and shipped my ecu.
The Tuning Process:
ECU removal and install was very very simple. The entire tuning process took less than 3 full days. I shipped it via overnight to them in cali from nyc on monday morning and received it back wed by 10:30am.
Performance
I LOVE the tune. Throttle response is far greater and the added power is very very noticeable. The car pulls very hard throughtout the entire rpm range. Feels like an entirely new car. At 20mph in 75 degree weather I am able to get the traction control to engage on the 4matic! To gauge its new performance I had a chance to see how it compares to a modded E55 wagon. A close friend of mine (and member here) has a 2006 E55 Wagon with modded supercharger pulley (equivalent to 168 crank pulley). We had a chance to make several runs last night from a stop and roll. From a dig the 4matic advantage is very clear as the car would launch very hard and jumjp out about 2 car lengths and slowly pull another 1/2-1 car length before we shut down. From a roll the car would slowly pull to about 1 1/2-2 cars everytime before we shut down.
I have been racing cars at the track for years and based on how the car feels, I am confident that the car will easily run from 11.9-12.2 based on weather and launch.
Overall I am extremely happy with my choice and new found power. Hopefully this review helps anyone thinking of getting their 550 Bi-turbo tuned!
