SLK/R170: Audi TT VS MB SLK
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'02 SLK32 AMG
In what respect?
Basically, I don't like the exterior styling of the TT and I really dislike front-wheel-drive cars (including all-wheel-drive on a front-wheel-drive chassis).
However, the TT has a great interior, and is easy to mod.
I assume you mean the Audi TT cabrio.
Basically, I don't like the exterior styling of the TT and I really dislike front-wheel-drive cars (including all-wheel-drive on a front-wheel-drive chassis).
However, the TT has a great interior, and is easy to mod.
I assume you mean the Audi TT cabrio.
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From: Frederick, MD
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While shopping for roadsters, I looked at the TT. I like the styling and the driving experience, but the lack of HP (only 225) and the sloppy look of the soft top kept me away.
I have an S4 and really like Audi, but they need to put more power in the TT.
I have an S4 and really like Audi, but they need to put more power in the TT.
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The TT isn't a lightweight (the SLK is pretty heavy, too!), 225hp isn't a lot to motivate that much weight. I'd rather see something above 300hp or even a power-to-weight closer to my SLK32 (~3200lbs - 349hp).
The Porsche Boxster S is anemic with it's 258hp and it's pushing around a lot less weight than a TT!
IMO, your best bet for a performance roadster for a reasonable price is the MB SLK32 (349hp), BMW M Roadster (315hp) or the Corvette (350hp).
The Porsche Boxster S is anemic with it's 258hp and it's pushing around a lot less weight than a TT!
IMO, your best bet for a performance roadster for a reasonable price is the MB SLK32 (349hp), BMW M Roadster (315hp) or the Corvette (350hp).
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From: Chandler, Arizona - USA
'02 SLK32 AMG
Originally posted by WayneE
The TT isn't a lightweight (the SLK is pretty heavy, too!), 225hp isn't a lot to motivate that much weight. I'd rather see something above 300hp or even a power-to-weight closer to my SLK32 (~3200lbs - 349hp).
The Porsche Boxster S is anemic with it's 258hp and it's pushing around a lot less weight than a TT!
IMO, your best bet for a performance roadster for a reasonable price is the MB SLK32 (349hp), BMW M Roadster (315hp) or the Corvette (350hp).
The TT isn't a lightweight (the SLK is pretty heavy, too!), 225hp isn't a lot to motivate that much weight. I'd rather see something above 300hp or even a power-to-weight closer to my SLK32 (~3200lbs - 349hp).
The Porsche Boxster S is anemic with it's 258hp and it's pushing around a lot less weight than a TT!
IMO, your best bet for a performance roadster for a reasonable price is the MB SLK32 (349hp), BMW M Roadster (315hp) or the Corvette (350hp).
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'02 SLK32 AMG
Originally posted by hhw
Does anyone know if a SLK can be chipped the same way as a Audi A4/ TT? If no, if there any way to boost (performance) a SLK 230? 192hp just doesn't work for me!!!
Does anyone know if a SLK can be chipped the same way as a Audi A4/ TT? If no, if there any way to boost (performance) a SLK 230? 192hp just doesn't work for me!!!
The common way to increase the performance of an SLK230 is to increase the supercharger boost by installing a larger crankshaft pulley and reprogram the ECU (i.e. chip). This mod may also include a free-flow air filter, new fuel pressure regulator, and a relocated MAS. Costs anywhere from around $1000 to $3000 depending on whose kit you buy. Try searching this forum for "pulley" and you'll find more info.
Other mods you can do are to install a larger intercooler or exhaust headers (I think Supersprint makes them for the 230).
Note that cat-back exhausts don't increase performance of the SLK230, but they can make it sound better.
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'02 SLK32 AMG
Originally posted by hhw
thanks for the reply, Brian!
which kit would you recommend? anyone?
thanks for the reply, Brian!
which kit would you recommend? anyone?
Try asking the question at the MBnz.org SLK forum or the benzsport.com forum.
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From: Hamilton , ONT. Canada
CLK320 & SLK230
Originally posted by Brian_R170
Since the SLK is supercharged instead of turbocharged, it can't be chipped in the same way as an Audi.
The common way to increase the performance of an SLK230 is to increase the supercharger boost by installing a larger crankshaft pulley and reprogram the ECU (i.e. chip). This mod may also include a free-flow air filter, new fuel pressure regulator, and a relocated MAS. Costs anywhere from around $1000 to $3000 depending on whose kit you buy. Try searching this forum for "pulley" and you'll find more info.
Other mods you can do are to install a larger intercooler or exhaust headers (I think Supersprint makes them for the 230).
Note that cat-back exhausts don't increase performance of the SLK230, but they can make it sound better.
Since the SLK is supercharged instead of turbocharged, it can't be chipped in the same way as an Audi.
The common way to increase the performance of an SLK230 is to increase the supercharger boost by installing a larger crankshaft pulley and reprogram the ECU (i.e. chip). This mod may also include a free-flow air filter, new fuel pressure regulator, and a relocated MAS. Costs anywhere from around $1000 to $3000 depending on whose kit you buy. Try searching this forum for "pulley" and you'll find more info.
Other mods you can do are to install a larger intercooler or exhaust headers (I think Supersprint makes them for the 230).
Note that cat-back exhausts don't increase performance of the SLK230, but they can make it sound better.
http://www.eisenhaus.com/ehdetails.php
in order to gain more HP .....
if I take the high performance one , they said there would be around 4.1 - 4.7 % of HP gain ....
so , i m just wonder that i shouldn't take the exhaust if i wanna gain more HP ?
thank you very much
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'02 SLK32 AMG
Originally posted by Supra
oh ............ i just plan to get an exhaust from
http://www.eisenhaus.com/ehdetails.php
in order to gain more HP .....
if I take the high performance one , they said there would be around 4.1 - 4.7 % of HP gain ....
so , i m just wonder that i shouldn't take the exhaust if i wanna gain more HP ?
thank you very much
oh ............ i just plan to get an exhaust from
http://www.eisenhaus.com/ehdetails.php
in order to gain more HP .....
if I take the high performance one , they said there would be around 4.1 - 4.7 % of HP gain ....
so , i m just wonder that i shouldn't take the exhaust if i wanna gain more HP ?
thank you very much
BTW, Eisenmann exhausts do have a cool sound.
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From: Hamilton , ONT. Canada
CLK320 & SLK230
Originally posted by apricotscrub
try KLEEMAN superchargers, they are like under 1000$ for a 1999+ SLK230, but i dont know how easily it can be installed
try KLEEMAN superchargers, they are like under 1000$ for a 1999+ SLK230, but i dont know how easily it can be installed
actually , I just ordered a pulley kit from Linh, and hopefull it would arrive on next week
well , heard that this pulley kit could gain 30-40Hp , is that truth ?
thank you very much
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CLK320 & SLK230
Originally posted by Brian_R170
Are you saying that they told you that a CAT-BACK exhaust would give you a 4.1% gain (basically 8HP on a SLK230)? They're just selling Eisenmann exhausts from what I can tell. You can ask others what Eisenmann claims, but I'm pretty sure it's not 8hp unless they including removal of the catalytic converter.
BTW, Eisenmann exhausts do have a cool sound.
Are you saying that they told you that a CAT-BACK exhaust would give you a 4.1% gain (basically 8HP on a SLK230)? They're just selling Eisenmann exhausts from what I can tell. You can ask others what Eisenmann claims, but I'm pretty sure it's not 8hp unless they including removal of the catalytic converter.
BTW, Eisenmann exhausts do have a cool sound.
today , my friend asked about the Eisenmann exhaust in a local auto shop for me , and they said the exhaust probably wouldn't help much on gaining HP on the slk230 ... ><
and it maybe not easy to get this exhaust in Canada .......
btw , my friend suggested me to upgrade the chips , I m just wondering is it useful on the slk230 , thank you very much
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From: Chandler, Arizona - USA
'02 SLK32 AMG
The absolute best bang for the buck on the 230 is a crankshaft pulley kit. If you want more power, forget everything else until you've done that.
After that, I think I'd open up the exhaust/intake (Supersprint headers, Eisenmann exhaust, modified intake/airbox).
After that, a larger intercooler.
Several guys now have the ASP pulley kit. On a pre-facelift SLK230, The kit will give you 40hp for about $700. If I recall correctly, it's 35hp for $350 on a post-facelift SLK230.
Linh seems to be the one setting everybody up.
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...threadid=20705
After that, I think I'd open up the exhaust/intake (Supersprint headers, Eisenmann exhaust, modified intake/airbox).
After that, a larger intercooler.
Several guys now have the ASP pulley kit. On a pre-facelift SLK230, The kit will give you 40hp for about $700. If I recall correctly, it's 35hp for $350 on a post-facelift SLK230.
Linh seems to be the one setting everybody up.
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...threadid=20705
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From: Hamilton , ONT. Canada
CLK320 & SLK230
Yes , I ordered the ASP pulley kit from Linh , and hopefully I could get it on next Monday , then I could have the install. done on next week ^^
also , I have the K&N air filter on the slk now .
besides Eisenmann exhaust , what else brand name with reasonable price u would recommend ? I dun like too loud exhaust indeed , thank you very much
also , I have the K&N air filter on the slk now .
besides Eisenmann exhaust , what else brand name with reasonable price u would recommend ? I dun like too loud exhaust indeed , thank you very much
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From: Chandler, Arizona - USA
'02 SLK32 AMG
Originally posted by Supra
besides Eisenmann exhaust , what else brand name with reasonable price u would recommend ? I dun like too loud exhaust indeed , thank you very much
besides Eisenmann exhaust , what else brand name with reasonable price u would recommend ? I dun like too loud exhaust indeed , thank you very much
You can always have something custom-made by cutting off your muffler and welding an aftermarket muffler in it's place. Easily the least expensive option.
