SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: TEXAS MILE LATE UPDATE (NOTHING NEW)
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TEXAS MILE LATE UPDATE (NOTHING NEW)
I havent posted in while but I am still working on making this car faster and better.
I was the only guy from the Speedriven group that made it. Marcin, Bernie and Marco were all tied up.
I got my car back from Marcin the day before I left for Texas. We had been working on a different turbo setup, software, shift points, rich afr, higher flowing heads etc...
Marcin had told me that the tranny has finally started going south. In fact it did give us a little hint last Texas Mile but we ignored it.
Any way I only managed high 160s. Tranny was slipping wish would trip the ecu to limit boost to 45Hg (hg-atmosphere/2=psi...or close enough).
I did pull a freeze frame that showed 6400 rpm. So rev limiter/shift points have been successfully been moved up or so it seems. With the cold weather in Chicago it was difficult to really do any hardcore test drives.
The plan is already in place for how to beef up the tranny. Also will be widening the rear fenders to accommodate the 335s and offcourse adjusting the metrics to go along with increased diameter.
So no 200 mph this time.
I did see Jerrys team (Eurocharged) with a beautiful CLS55 that did 171 and a black SL65 with a flash that did 166...I think.
I was the only guy from the Speedriven group that made it. Marcin, Bernie and Marco were all tied up.
I got my car back from Marcin the day before I left for Texas. We had been working on a different turbo setup, software, shift points, rich afr, higher flowing heads etc...
Marcin had told me that the tranny has finally started going south. In fact it did give us a little hint last Texas Mile but we ignored it.
Any way I only managed high 160s. Tranny was slipping wish would trip the ecu to limit boost to 45Hg (hg-atmosphere/2=psi...or close enough).
I did pull a freeze frame that showed 6400 rpm. So rev limiter/shift points have been successfully been moved up or so it seems. With the cold weather in Chicago it was difficult to really do any hardcore test drives.
The plan is already in place for how to beef up the tranny. Also will be widening the rear fenders to accommodate the 335s and offcourse adjusting the metrics to go along with increased diameter.
So no 200 mph this time.
I did see Jerrys team (Eurocharged) with a beautiful CLS55 that did 171 and a black SL65 with a flash that did 166...I think.
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I havent posted in while but I am still working on making this car faster and better.
I was the only guy from the Speedriven group that made it. Marcin, Bernie and Marco were all tied up.
I got my car back from Marcin the day before I left for Texas. We had been working on a different turbo setup, software, shift points, rich afr, higher flowing heads etc...
Marcin had told me that the tranny has finally started going south. In fact it did give us a little hint last Texas Mile but we ignored it.
Any way I only managed high 160s. Tranny was slipping wish would trip the ecu to limit boost to 45Hg (hg-atmosphere/2=psi...or close enough).
I did pull a freeze frame that showed 6400 rpm. So rev limiter/shift points have been successfully been moved up or so it seems. With the cold weather in Chicago it was difficult to really do any hardcore test drives.
The plan is already in place for how to beef up the tranny. Also will be widening the rear fenders to accommodate the 335s and offcourse adjusting the metrics to go along with increased diameter.
So no 200 mph this time.
I did see Jerrys team (Eurocharged) with a beautiful CLS55 that did 171 and a black SL65 with a flash that did 166...I think.
I was the only guy from the Speedriven group that made it. Marcin, Bernie and Marco were all tied up.
I got my car back from Marcin the day before I left for Texas. We had been working on a different turbo setup, software, shift points, rich afr, higher flowing heads etc...
Marcin had told me that the tranny has finally started going south. In fact it did give us a little hint last Texas Mile but we ignored it.
Any way I only managed high 160s. Tranny was slipping wish would trip the ecu to limit boost to 45Hg (hg-atmosphere/2=psi...or close enough).
I did pull a freeze frame that showed 6400 rpm. So rev limiter/shift points have been successfully been moved up or so it seems. With the cold weather in Chicago it was difficult to really do any hardcore test drives.
The plan is already in place for how to beef up the tranny. Also will be widening the rear fenders to accommodate the 335s and offcourse adjusting the metrics to go along with increased diameter.
So no 200 mph this time.
I did see Jerrys team (Eurocharged) with a beautiful CLS55 that did 171 and a black SL65 with a flash that did 166...I think.
I can't believe almost 200 thread views and no replies. I think what you are doing is epic regardless if you haven't cracked 200mph yet. While everyone is racing 1/4 miles. You are going far beyond what anyone will do in their lifetime, and thats seeking out 200mph+ it takes some big stones to not only do that, but even bigger to try.
Speedriven is a great group. They got some great minds behind the scenes. In fact, me being part of the Dyno-Comp team, we are thrilled to have and offer Speedriven products in Arizona.
Please keep, keeping us posted on all your progress its a great read and for some of us... The only way we will get to enjoy the experience.
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I heard you were having tranny issues, but its all part of the game bud. Just get up and keep taking hacks at it. I am planning on attending if my projects ever completes. Maybe this year, next year, but I do know one of these days I will make it, so don't feel discouraged at least your car is running and best part you have Marcin and the speedriven guys right there with you. 
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Hey JC got your texts the other day. I left you a message, but I will call you later on tonight. Keep cooking I am right there with you. Who knows October could be the time the barrier (200) goes down! 
Testing the new setup in May is the plan for me.
Testing the new setup in May is the plan for me.
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It was good seeing you again, and we both know your going to nail it in october!!!
Good luck with the new setup! We are skipping the may event, too ungodly hot for us!
Good luck with the new setup! We are skipping the may event, too ungodly hot for us!
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Not sure of your question (I have a 5 point). Car has been certified for the unlimited class at the Texas Mile as of a year ago. 4 point harness is not acceptable in any racing org that I know of. You can look thru my pics for more clarity.
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Tranny will have the drum shaved to fit another clutch pack and possibly mod the valve bodies and anything else we trip up on. Contacted Prior design about JUST getting the rear bumper and fenders(subtle flares) to accomodate wider tires. Not interested in whole kit or the super aggressive black series fenders. Head work is proving to be difficult and risky without going into a million details.
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I own the SL65 you saw. Turns out, the intercooler pump was completely inoperative and the intercooler fluid was almost completely gone! And it *still* ran 166mph. Can't wait to see what it runs when it is repaired.
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Yeah those pumps failing are a given.
Ive been dragging my feet about shipping the car to Florida for the Tranny mods (Busy).
I did bid on a Heffner TT lowered Gallardo but did not get it. Its probably still listed.
Anyway, maybe we'll get to see what your SL will do in Oct (or this month?).
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Good meeting you.
Yeah those pumps failing are a given.
Ive been dragging my feet about shipping the car to Florida for the Tranny mods (Busy).
I did bid on a Heffner TT lowered Gallardo but did not get it. Its probably still listed.
Anyway, maybe we'll get to see what your SL will do in Oct (or this month?).
Yeah those pumps failing are a given.
Ive been dragging my feet about shipping the car to Florida for the Tranny mods (Busy).
I did bid on a Heffner TT lowered Gallardo but did not get it. Its probably still listed.
Anyway, maybe we'll get to see what your SL will do in Oct (or this month?).
I will have my TT Gallardo there as well.....
