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Old Mar 7, 2017 | 04:50 PM
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UPD Cold Air Induction Kit M278

Hey guys,

Just installed my new performance intake by one of the long time members here, Shardul and his company Ultimate Performance Design.

I don't have any dyno numbers, but I have driven it for a few days now and can definitely feel better throttle response and you can feel it just breathes better. Butt Dyno says it has more power, LOL.

Installation was super easy and it looks pretty cool. However, I may paint it black for ease of Smog passing.

But I'm happy with the purchase and happy to support a really cool guy.


Link to intake:
http://ultimatepd.com/2011-2017-mercedes-amg-5-5-v8-m278-biturbo-cold-air-boost-kit.html

Link to writeup:
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w212/613614-m278-high-flow-induction-system.html#post6688161

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UPD intake, straight through now.


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Old Mar 7, 2017 | 08:17 PM
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That link is wrong, there was no bi-turbo for the 2011 S550, it started in 2012.
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Old Mar 7, 2017 | 08:28 PM
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You're correct, 2012 up. Regardless, M278 Engine

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That link is wrong, there was no bi-turbo for the 2011 S550, it started in 2012.
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Your butt needs re-calibration. Your car is likely making no more power at all with just an aftermarket CAI. The sweeter intake sound is likely throwing you off. Spend $800 or so on a tune to get some real power increase and check back with us.
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Old Mar 8, 2017 | 11:41 AM
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I am planning on getting a tune next and my butt is just OLD.

Originally Posted by DaveW68
Your butt needs re-calibration. Your car is likely making no more power at all with just an aftermarket CAI. The sweeter intake sound is likely throwing you off. Spend $800 or so on a tune to get some real power increase and check back with us.
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Old Mar 8, 2017 | 01:28 PM
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Thank you for the review!
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Great pictures and write up!
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