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Suzuki Burgman Executive
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Hello gents!
I just picked up a gem of a car a 1987 300D Turbo with 160k on the clock. The interior is in great shape, she runs well and I am extremely satisfied with the car.
I did a oil change, trans flush, fuel filters, new belt (and tensioner, shock, pulley).
The most dramatic change in performance came after the fuel filters, the car was a turtle before that.
Its a old car so she's not perfect. The tack doesn't work and passenger side window is slow to move.
I'm going to try and get some more power out of her, I was thinking of going to a junk yard and buying a old intercooler. I was thinking of uping the boost a few lbs with a MBC. Has anyone done anything like this and what kind of results did you yield?
My other gripe has to be the stereo, its an 87 I shouldn't expect much. I'm thinking about upgrading the head unit and putting in new speakers. Can you recommend a factory looking unit (cd, mp3, xm, iPod integration). As far as speakers go I just want something louder, I can barely hear anything at highway speeds.
Finally I plan on sea foaming the engine. Yes I am aware if done wrong the engine can "run away" and self destruct, but I'm certain if I do it right I shouldn't have any issues.
Thanks
-Dave
I just picked up a gem of a car a 1987 300D Turbo with 160k on the clock. The interior is in great shape, she runs well and I am extremely satisfied with the car.
I did a oil change, trans flush, fuel filters, new belt (and tensioner, shock, pulley).
The most dramatic change in performance came after the fuel filters, the car was a turtle before that.
Its a old car so she's not perfect. The tack doesn't work and passenger side window is slow to move.
I'm going to try and get some more power out of her, I was thinking of going to a junk yard and buying a old intercooler. I was thinking of uping the boost a few lbs with a MBC. Has anyone done anything like this and what kind of results did you yield?
My other gripe has to be the stereo, its an 87 I shouldn't expect much. I'm thinking about upgrading the head unit and putting in new speakers. Can you recommend a factory looking unit (cd, mp3, xm, iPod integration). As far as speakers go I just want something louder, I can barely hear anything at highway speeds.
Finally I plan on sea foaming the engine. Yes I am aware if done wrong the engine can "run away" and self destruct, but I'm certain if I do it right I shouldn't have any issues.
Thanks
-Dave
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88 W124 300CE
Hi Dave
Welcome to MB World.
I replaced the standard headunit with an Alpine CDE 126BT which is a great unit.
The specs are great :
Built-in Parrot Bluetooth
50W x 4 Max Power
2 Pre-amp Outputs
Includes Separate Microphone
Blue or Red Selectable Illumination
Front USB Input
Front AUX Input
MP3/WMA/AAC Playback via CD or USB
The parrot bluetooth is fantastic rarely have any trouble with calls and the ipod cable it comes with I ran under the transmission **** and window switch panel to come out the back into the carpeted tray area. Good value for money at $160 on Amazon. Superseeded model so you can swing a bargain !!
I put 4 inch Soundstreams up front plug and play drop in's. Have had excellent results and even had a sound expert who was giving advice on the other mb forum say that they are a must keep, they are an excellent product. There are a variety of 5.25 inch rear speakers you can get for the parcel shelf (if thats where yours are). They can be expensive (ie Focals) but I am running Pioneer GSR143 whih do the job nicely.
Cheers
Welcome to MB World.
I replaced the standard headunit with an Alpine CDE 126BT which is a great unit.
The specs are great :
Built-in Parrot Bluetooth
50W x 4 Max Power
2 Pre-amp Outputs
Includes Separate Microphone
Blue or Red Selectable Illumination
Front USB Input
Front AUX Input
MP3/WMA/AAC Playback via CD or USB
The parrot bluetooth is fantastic rarely have any trouble with calls and the ipod cable it comes with I ran under the transmission **** and window switch panel to come out the back into the carpeted tray area. Good value for money at $160 on Amazon. Superseeded model so you can swing a bargain !!
I put 4 inch Soundstreams up front plug and play drop in's. Have had excellent results and even had a sound expert who was giving advice on the other mb forum say that they are a must keep, they are an excellent product. There are a variety of 5.25 inch rear speakers you can get for the parcel shelf (if thats where yours are). They can be expensive (ie Focals) but I am running Pioneer GSR143 whih do the job nicely.
Cheers
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Suzuki Burgman Executive
Thanks for the welcome stormtiggers! But I've been around hear for a while now. I like alpine quality but I don't like the look. The flashy colors are not for me, I'm a fan of dynavin units but they have nothing for the 124.
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i have a blaupunkt in mine, not too flashy and comes with all the bells and whistles like bluetooth etc. its discontinued though.
if you want a subdued factory looking head unit i would look at blaupunkt, nakamichi, and even kenwood, they offer some pretty clean designs, especially on older models
if you want a subdued factory looking head unit i would look at blaupunkt, nakamichi, and even kenwood, they offer some pretty clean designs, especially on older models
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88 W124 300CE
I just told mine to run red buttons all the time - but then again I have replaced 90% of internal lighting with red led anyway so it matches nicely.
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Suzuki Burgman Executive
Thanks for the suggestions, I will keep them in mind when making my decision.
On Friday I went l.e.d crazy, I bought $200 worth of bulbs. Everything from side markers, to indicators, to brake lights lol. The car will look like a space ship!
On Friday I went l.e.d crazy, I bought $200 worth of bulbs. Everything from side markers, to indicators, to brake lights lol. The car will look like a space ship!
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2010 VW Golf TDI
These guys really know what they are doing! You can go with the upgrade or the repair options. If you were in New Jersey, you could just drive over and do it in the parking lot. They can also be very helpful over the phone.
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For speakers, I think the Rainbow IQ line is the preferred drop in speaker replacement for the W124.
Rainbow IQ for W124
Good luck with your car!
beckerautosound.com
For speakers, I think the Rainbow IQ line is the preferred drop in speaker replacement for the W124.
Rainbow IQ for W124
Good luck with your car!
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