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Jun 6, 2003 | 10:59 PM

Derek2003

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Anyone has a Stereo Installation put into their SLK, I would love some idea and pics of some install? There aren't much room to work with in an slk.

Jun 7, 2003 | 01:22 AM

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Hi , i didn't upgrade the stereo , all are factory

btw , where do u live in Ont. ???
Toronto ?

nice to meet u anyway

Jun 7, 2003 | 08:42 AM

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On my SLK i have this:

Alpine cd/sinto 7998

Ampli res (italian hand-made) 75 watts x 4 put under passenger feet

2 way system on front PHD

2 Bose woofer

Hi-level wires for sound and power

And this sound cooool!!!!

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Jun 7, 2003 | 01:42 PM

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alpine AVXP7000 tv/dvd/nav/cd changer

Jun 7, 2003 | 06:22 PM

Supra

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very nice job

btw , how much $$ u spent for the whole system ?
I love the nav
thx ^^

Jun 7, 2003 | 10:24 PM

Derek2003

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Great Pics everyone, I'm thinking of putting some amps and replacing the rear speaker with larger speakers. The stock are only 6-1/2 I think, would like to try to put in some 8".
I got a Kenwood MP3 Deck right now, probably keep that for a while, don't think I want to spend all my budget on a LCD screen, but it sure looks great !!!

Jun 7, 2003 | 10:27 PM

Derek2003

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I gonna start taking the car apart this weekend,
Maybe I post some pics as I go. They sure put a MB together well. There are so many screw and panels to remove.
My biggest worry is to finish with 10 screws left over. :p

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Jun 9, 2003 | 08:42 PM

Derek2003

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Pic of exterior, only couple minor changes so far

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Jun 9, 2003 | 08:44 PM

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Working on the Interior, took the car apart to install a stereo.
It might be a while before I put it back together

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Jun 9, 2003 | 08:45 PM

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another pic of the interior

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Jun 9, 2003 | 11:27 PM

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Can you please describe how to remove the center console?

Jun 10, 2003 | 12:29 AM

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Pic of exterior, only couple minor changes so far

the rims are NICE , are they 18" ????

Jun 10, 2003 | 12:33 AM

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Also , do u feel interested in installing the CLK Grill for ur slk ?

I just note that the guy selling the clk grill on ebay , the price be4 was us$200 , now raise up to $225

I believe there are so many ppl buying that item from him

Jun 10, 2003 | 06:19 PM

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I just ordered the CLK grille from the dealer for $148!!!

Jun 10, 2003 | 08:05 PM

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wow .... $148 , the price is very GOOD .....
r you from states ???

Jun 10, 2003 | 08:32 PM

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Does the CLK grill fit directly on an SLK or does it req some modification?

Jun 10, 2003 | 08:35 PM

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the center console come apart as follow:

1. there are 2 bolt underneat the carpet inside the centre console glove book near the back, pull the carpet back to reveal it.
2. remove the trim around the shift plate.
3. remove the plate around the shift plate (see my photo)
4. the center console will lift out then.

Jun 10, 2003 | 08:49 PM

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Does anyone know how to remove the door panels?

Jun 10, 2003 | 09:07 PM

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Does the CLK grill fit directly on an SLK or does it req some modification?

http://www.slk32.com/pages/slgrill/slgrill.html

i believe change the clk grill and the sl grill are very similar

also , i think this site is very useful for SLK owners , just take a look

http://www.slk32.com/

Jun 12, 2003 | 01:45 PM

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CLK Grill for SLK

I got mine from Hoehn Mercedes for under $100 with the 20% discount off of the list price. You should try them for any OEM part. Try Carol at (760) 438-4454.

I have not received it yet, but I hope it is the right one!

part #: A20988001837246

Thanks.

Jun 13, 2003 | 11:37 PM

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Finally finish centre console mounting.

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Jun 14, 2003 | 02:06 AM

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good job

Jun 15, 2003 | 10:36 PM

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I let my father-in-law do this.
I'm a bit nervous about cutting so close the the gas tank!

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Jun 21, 2003 | 12:28 PM

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99 slk230

How do you remove the section around the speedo and tach I need to replace a bulb behind the gauges and would prefer not to pay an mb tech 47 an hour to do it. Thanks.

Jonathan