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Old Jun 17, 2003 | 09:39 PM
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Originally posted by marklu98
ya~i've been sourcing for delimiters~~i think i'll go with Renntech~~their Performance Package 2+Performance Package 1 plus Sport Rear Exhaust.

i was told that they're the only folks that can delimit through software~without touching the engine~~which i'm afraid would void the warranty~~can anyone confirm that?

any one had they're car delimited? any suggestions would be great~




i thought so~~how fast did u go up too? did you have your CL delimited? would you?
KLEEMANN can also raise the VMAX on your vehicle via software- as well as performance increase. We typically raise the VMAX- not remove it (300 kph, 187 MPH).
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Old Jun 17, 2003 | 11:41 PM
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mark, click on my link at my signature, there you will see the 19" CL 5-spoke AMG Rims in Chrome, I wouldn't get chrome for your car, polished would look classier.. Am I mistaken or is that eucalpytus wood? I thought those only came on S430's, but its prolly somethin else. I would also suggest the Rear Deck Lorinser Spoiler, thats on my car above the back window, it adds to the class without spoiling the presence.
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Old Jun 18, 2003 | 01:53 AM
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Originally posted by KLEEMANN
KLEEMANN can also raise the VMAX on your vehicle via software- as well as performance increase. We typically raise the VMAX- not remove it (300 kph, 187 MPH).
that's good to know~~i'll look into it~~anyone had experince with Kleemann on their w220?


Originally posted by apricotscrub
mark, click on my link at my signature, there you will see the 19" CL 5-spoke AMG Rims in Chrome, I wouldn't get chrome for your car, polished would look classier.. Am I mistaken or is that eucalpytus wood? I thought those only came on S430's, but its prolly somethin else. I would also suggest the Rear Deck Lorinser Spoiler, thats on my car above the back window, it adds to the class without spoiling the presence.
ya~~those rims look nice on black~~but certainly not on white though~~

i'm not sure about the wood~sorry~can't tell you much~

i like that spoiler on the back window~~it's not overdone~~looks great~~how much did it cost you? where to get good deal?
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Old Jun 18, 2003 | 12:26 PM
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Originally posted by stephens
Awesome car. Love the look of the white car and the tinted windows. I'd love to see it with the bigger 19" AMG rims.
I'd stay away from any wheels larger than comes with the car. The ride is rough enough now for an S class and it would ride like a truck with larger wheels.
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Old Jun 23, 2003 | 11:05 AM
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rekjr40,
fyi trucks have larger TIRES


marklu,

congrats on the new car - 18" wheels look small in proportion to the W220 chassis - you've got to get the 19-20" wheels after your wife calms down from your s55 buy:p
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Old Jun 23, 2003 | 11:25 AM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by sportlichE430
[B]rekjr40,
fyi trucks have larger TIRES


Yes they do. This not a truck and 20 inch tires are going to make it ride like a truck.
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Old Jun 24, 2003 | 12:19 AM
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Originally posted by sportlichE430
rekjr40,
fyi trucks have larger TIRES


marklu,

congrats on the new car - 18" wheels look small in proportion to the W220 chassis - you've got to get the 19-20" wheels after your wife calms down from your s55 buy:p

thanks~indeed~the 18" look small~after almost a month since delievery~i already find the ride with the stock wheels a bit too rough for a luxury sedan~is this normal AMG owners?

nevertheless~i've been waiting for Harris to get back to me about Style IV 19" multi-piece for w220, which i have not been able to locate anywhere else but his site @ www.hartonmotorwerks.com~ ~~Harris?!?

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Old Jun 24, 2003 | 10:58 AM
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If you think 18"s ride poorly, definitely stay away from anything larger. Maybe just get the car lowered 1/2- 1", like some of us are trying to figure out how to get MB to do, and that will give you a better look and handling.
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Old Jun 24, 2003 | 11:02 AM
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Also, maybe lower your tire pressures to improve the ride. It can make a big difference. 28front/29 rear is what MB recommends on S600 for regular driving. 32/35 for fast driving. The ride difference is quite noticable. I run my 18"s at 32/24 which is good ride, great handling.
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Old Jun 25, 2003 | 01:49 PM
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Originally posted by Crankin
Also, maybe lower your tire pressures to improve the ride. It can make a big difference. 28front/29 rear is what MB recommends on S600 for regular driving. 32/35 for fast driving. The ride difference is quite noticable. I run my 18"s at 32/24 which is good ride, great handling.
What are the tire sizes on your 600? The S55 now runs 40 profile in the rear and 45 in the front.
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Old Jun 28, 2003 | 06:49 AM
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Any chance of taking it to the track to get some real life time 1/4 mile figures???
A member of BMWM5.com has taken his RENNTECH S600 to the 1/4 mile track several times.

Time slips

Video of S600 vs Supra

Nice pics of the S55 BTW.

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Old Jun 28, 2003 | 09:45 AM
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I have an S500 with standard 2003 18" S600 wheels all around. Tire size is 245/45/18's, just as the 600 does.
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Old Jul 1, 2003 | 10:08 AM
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Marklu nice car man.. congrats bro.
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Old Jul 29, 2003 | 04:48 PM
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I love the color!~! Congrats on the car and happy motorings
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