SLK/R170: Some tips for a kid's SLK
12-14-2002, 01:20 PM
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Some tips for a kid's SLK
Hi! I just bought a SLK230 1998 Silver with 11,500 miles from Miami, Florida. I live in Connecticut and will turn 18 later this month. I bought it with my own money for 24,000. I was wondering what I could do to it that wouldnt be very expensive, i already ordered spoilers for it, am considering a SL grill. The MB doesnt have a CD Player only a tape deck so I was thinking about a DVD/Navigation/CD player for it, but dont know if it will "fit" in to the car. It is auto tranny too. I would like some nicer wheels for it, any suggestions? I wouldnt want to spend more than 3000 total on mods to it. My friends suggest blow-off valve, cold air intake, and bigger exhausts.
12-14-2002, 01:32 PM
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last question.. if i decide to get new rims for this, what size would be the best for what? I mean, if i get 18 ", does that affect performance or handling compared to 17", 16".. I am thinking that 16" will probably handle better and brake better than a 18", but is there a significant difference?
12-14-2002, 07:27 PM
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You can install a DVD/Navigation into your car. Of of the members of the forum actually replaced his cup holders so that the screen pops up from there. Regardless, installing a toy like that will probably wipe up your $3,000 and more. A cheaper alternative would be to use your PDA. Search the previous posts on this.
You can check out a number of websites for ideas on what you can do to your car and how much it will cost. Check out performanceproducts.com , my roadster.net and clairparts.com
There are other websites but I cannot think of them at the moment. If you do not have the Sport kit on your car, you may want to consider getting the a sports kit. There is a number of options like AMG, Lorinser etc.
The mirrors with the blinking signals require wiring as well. You will have to replace the whole part including the mirror. You can probably try parts.com or ebaymotors.com
As I understand it, the 18s will reduce ride quality but performance should not deteriorate or improve. The 17s come with the AMG sport kit.
Hope this helps
You can check out a number of websites for ideas on what you can do to your car and how much it will cost. Check out performanceproducts.com , my roadster.net and clairparts.com
There are other websites but I cannot think of them at the moment. If you do not have the Sport kit on your car, you may want to consider getting the a sports kit. There is a number of options like AMG, Lorinser etc.
The mirrors with the blinking signals require wiring as well. You will have to replace the whole part including the mirror. You can probably try parts.com or ebaymotors.com
As I understand it, the 18s will reduce ride quality but performance should not deteriorate or improve. The 17s come with the AMG sport kit.
Hope this helps
12-14-2002, 08:31 PM
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apricotscrub:
For a 6 disc changer the Alpine CHM-5620 will hook up to the wire in your trunk with and adapter.
Also if your cars out of warranty find one, one repair bill and your broke, think what it must cost to fix the top.
Rim, you've already got 16", My Sport came with 17"
The CLK grille swaps in and think about changing the gear selector knob.
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For a 6 disc changer the Alpine CHM-5620 will hook up to the wire in your trunk with and adapter.
Also if your cars out of warranty find one, one repair bill and your broke, think what it must cost to fix the top.
Rim, you've already got 16", My Sport came with 17"
The CLK grille swaps in and think about changing the gear selector knob.
NP
12-14-2002, 11:43 PM
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'02 SLK32 AMG
The best bang for your buck is a pulley upgrade. It's a crankshaft pulley that's a larger diameter so it spins the supercharger faster. It will boost your output from 185hp to 225hp. Costs anywhere from $500 to $1500, depending which kit you get. Try searching this forum for "pulley"
An exhaust won't improve power much (anywhere from 2hp to 7hp max), but it will give you a nicer sound. Eisenmann is probably the best sound and also is one of the more reasonably-priced exhaust for the SLK. Cat-back exhausts cost anywhere from $500 (Supersprint, Eisenmann) to $1300 (Brabus, RENNtech).
A "cold-air" intake probably won't buy you much, but some guys have home-made intakes they swear-by.
Forget about the blow-off valve. It does nothing for the SLK.
It's true that larger wheels and tires will hurt performance a little, unless you spend big $ on lightweight rims. When the sport package came out in the US in 1999, magazine tests pretty much proved that the stock 16-inch rims actually performed better than the AMG 17-inch rims. Don't forget that the wider/low-profile tires will wear out faster (20K miles max) and that the ride will get bumpier. It's still worthwhile upgrade for looks, though.
http://www.SLK32.com has a writeup or two on a Nav install.
Also, go search the SLK forum at www.benzworld.com.
The mirror housings from facelifted SLKs are a dealer item, but they show up on ebay every now and then.
If you keep the factory radio, you can get a CD changer to go in the trunk for under $300 from autotoys.com ('98 models only, '99 and up have fiberoptic interface cables).
Also, a cheap way to really improve the looks of the car is to have the front and rear bumper aprons sanded and painted the same color as the car, and also get a set of side skirts from an '01+ SLK and have them painted and installed.
An exhaust won't improve power much (anywhere from 2hp to 7hp max), but it will give you a nicer sound. Eisenmann is probably the best sound and also is one of the more reasonably-priced exhaust for the SLK. Cat-back exhausts cost anywhere from $500 (Supersprint, Eisenmann) to $1300 (Brabus, RENNtech).
A "cold-air" intake probably won't buy you much, but some guys have home-made intakes they swear-by.
Forget about the blow-off valve. It does nothing for the SLK.
It's true that larger wheels and tires will hurt performance a little, unless you spend big $ on lightweight rims. When the sport package came out in the US in 1999, magazine tests pretty much proved that the stock 16-inch rims actually performed better than the AMG 17-inch rims. Don't forget that the wider/low-profile tires will wear out faster (20K miles max) and that the ride will get bumpier. It's still worthwhile upgrade for looks, though.
http://www.SLK32.com has a writeup or two on a Nav install.
Also, go search the SLK forum at www.benzworld.com.
The mirror housings from facelifted SLKs are a dealer item, but they show up on ebay every now and then.
If you keep the factory radio, you can get a CD changer to go in the trunk for under $300 from autotoys.com ('98 models only, '99 and up have fiberoptic interface cables).
Also, a cheap way to really improve the looks of the car is to have the front and rear bumper aprons sanded and painted the same color as the car, and also get a set of side skirts from an '01+ SLK and have them painted and installed.
12-15-2002, 12:21 AM
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thanks for getting back to me...
i want the wheels on this baby.. they are amg wheels
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...threadid=20944
about how much do they cost? 1,500 right? i've seen them around, but i hope they are not 18"s, b/c i think i was right about the downgrade in performance, b/c the slk is a small car , not like a SUV or truck.
If u can give me a link to the pulley that i need to buy that would be great.
I hope my warranty companies will offer bumper to bumper even though i modify my slk.
If i goto a car audio shop they will hook up me up with a cd changer and also probably install it for me too right? or is there something i gotta get off the web.
I looked at alot of the AMG, Lorinser body kits, they are too much money, 2,000$ for basically nothing much, i made a 1000 a day but its a waste... does springs do any good?
Thanx for answering
i want the wheels on this baby.. they are amg wheels
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...threadid=20944
about how much do they cost? 1,500 right? i've seen them around, but i hope they are not 18"s, b/c i think i was right about the downgrade in performance, b/c the slk is a small car , not like a SUV or truck.
If u can give me a link to the pulley that i need to buy that would be great.
I hope my warranty companies will offer bumper to bumper even though i modify my slk.
If i goto a car audio shop they will hook up me up with a cd changer and also probably install it for me too right? or is there something i gotta get off the web.
I looked at alot of the AMG, Lorinser body kits, they are too much money, 2,000$ for basically nothing much, i made a 1000 a day but its a waste... does springs do any good?
Thanx for answering
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12-15-2002, 09:11 PM
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Yes but if you tell them at the start they might not cover you at all. also, if a power window motor breaks they can't blame that on an over sized crank shaft pulley but if you fry the teflon tips on the end of the SC's rotors they could blame the pulley, somthing like an exhaust which can we swiched out befor taking it to the shop is another idea.
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12-16-2002, 10:44 AM
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'02 SLK32 AMG
Originally posted by apricotscrub
The wheels are 17-inch AMG one-piece Styling IV. They are the factory wheels on the SLK32 AMG and C32 AMG. They cost about $1300 from AutoClass.net or TireRack.com.
If you're really worried about the extended warranty, then don't do the mods. Period. Manufacturers have to prove a mod caused damage in order to void your warranty. That's not the case with extended warranties. I agree with Nektopoli, just don't tell them.
Springs and shocks are a good idea to improve handling. They'll also make the ride more harsh. Spring kits start at around $300, not including shocks or spring pads. Installation will cost $200 or more. If you're going to do springs and shocks, do them at the same time to save labor.
I disagree about the body kits. Unless your pre-facelift SLK is black, a body kit will make a huge improvement on how the car looks.
The wheels are 17-inch AMG one-piece Styling IV. They are the factory wheels on the SLK32 AMG and C32 AMG. They cost about $1300 from AutoClass.net or TireRack.com.
If you're really worried about the extended warranty, then don't do the mods. Period. Manufacturers have to prove a mod caused damage in order to void your warranty. That's not the case with extended warranties. I agree with Nektopoli, just don't tell them.
Springs and shocks are a good idea to improve handling. They'll also make the ride more harsh. Spring kits start at around $300, not including shocks or spring pads. Installation will cost $200 or more. If you're going to do springs and shocks, do them at the same time to save labor.
I disagree about the body kits. Unless your pre-facelift SLK is black, a body kit will make a huge improvement on how the car looks.
12-16-2002, 01:09 PM
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ok, then... so the ASP pulley will improve it much? and not cause additional strain on engine or reduce its life? If that is so, sounds like a real good idea, if something happens under the hood i will just take if out if i need to pretend it wasnt there, what body mod should i get that will make it look better? any specifics? with links/prices? I really wanted the 2001 look on the rear view mirrors, with blinkers too.
12-16-2002, 01:13 PM
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And why don't you choose brabus for your engine tuning? It's expensive but you'll have a total guarantee, and that's the most important point for tuning on expensive cars.
12-16-2002, 04:31 PM
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Re: Some tips for a kid's SLK
Originally posted by apricotscrub
The MB doesnt have a CD Player only a tape deck so I was thinking about a DVD/Navigation/CD player for it, but dont know if it will "fit" in to the car.
The MB doesnt have a CD Player only a tape deck so I was thinking about a DVD/Navigation/CD player for it, but dont know if it will "fit" in to the car.
or you can get a DIN sized screen/DVD player installed, along with a consealed Navigation unit:
12-17-2002, 01:07 AM
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I don't know where you can find a brabus store but I can give you the prices ofr the different engine tunings:
K1 kit:210HP for 3060$ without taxes
K1S kit:220HP for4250$ without taxes
2.6 kit:250HP and 340Nm@2400-4650rpm for14340$ without taxes.
K1 kit:210HP for 3060$ without taxes
K1S kit:220HP for4250$ without taxes
2.6 kit:250HP and 340Nm@2400-4650rpm for14340$ without taxes.
12-17-2002, 04:53 PM
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my mechanic says a pulley for a supercharger costs 100$ and installation would be about 100$, he says he did it to his own car and that how much it costs, that seems a bit low from what ive heard.
12-17-2002, 11:01 PM
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'02 SLK32 AMG
Does your mechanic own an SLK230 Kompressor or C230 Kompressor. My guess is he owns some other supercharged car. The pulleys are not off-the-shelf parts and I've never heard of them going for anything close to $100.
12-19-2002, 12:09 AM
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Originally posted by Brian_R170
Does your mechanic own an SLK230 Kompressor or C230 Kompressor. My guess is he owns some other supercharged car. The pulleys are not off-the-shelf parts and I've never heard of them going for anything close to $100.
Does your mechanic own an SLK230 Kompressor or C230 Kompressor. My guess is he owns some other supercharged car. The pulleys are not off-the-shelf parts and I've never heard of them going for anything close to $100.
Check out this link;
http://bergwerks.com/k_pulley_upgrade.jsp
It's $599 and it installs over the OEM pulley.
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01-03-2003, 07:53 PM
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since my year is 1998, they say i need the 1695$ one istead of the 599$ which is too much. I'd rather put that somewhere else, there are better body kits than the factory "sport" one? can someone give me a link?
