E55 Member Poll
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E55 Member Poll
questions- yes/no
if you were to mod the 55 w/ stage 1 or 2, given all considerations (dealer/warrant, low/high profile etc.):
1) badge decklid/trunck or leave e55 amg badges at stock?
2) change front hood upright badge to flat hood badge?
3) do rear spoiler or just leave curves as stock?
separate-how many have changed their 18" Conti II treads for 19" and done new rims? how many have left amg rims and 18" but decided new tire make vs. Conti II's-what are best other treads?
thanks all...trying to budget for some poss. changes and have found the forum to be extremely insightful/thoughtful. good 4th to all.
**how many have said the heck with it all and just left bone stock?
if you were to mod the 55 w/ stage 1 or 2, given all considerations (dealer/warrant, low/high profile etc.):
1) badge decklid/trunck or leave e55 amg badges at stock?
2) change front hood upright badge to flat hood badge?
3) do rear spoiler or just leave curves as stock?
separate-how many have changed their 18" Conti II treads for 19" and done new rims? how many have left amg rims and 18" but decided new tire make vs. Conti II's-what are best other treads?
thanks all...trying to budget for some poss. changes and have found the forum to be extremely insightful/thoughtful. good 4th to all.
**how many have said the heck with it all and just left bone stock?
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You will fnd all types on here. The E55 is such a versatile car that it can scratch quite a few itches, depending on slight mods. Some members have gone all out with the appearance and performance mods. There has been a huge trend lately of 19 and 20 inch rims. Mine are still stock (kind of), but I will be getting my aftermarket rims soon. I will stay with 18s, and I do not know if anyone ese here is running aftermarket 18s. From what I gather, most have been able to "tune" the 19s for a nice compromise of looks and ride. Others have taken the next step to 20s. The only feedback I've gotten about these setups is that the ride gets rougher as the profile is lowered (as it should). I personally have not tried them so I can't tell you about it.
Debadged, for sure.
Flat "AMG" badge...oh yeah
Rear spoiler..yup yup (I got the MB 3 piece, but there re many)
I plan a stage 2 for now. I have checked out a few with the stage 2 kit and I like the chanes. My service dept has no warranty issues with any of those bumps (I asked, since I'm chicken).
Now, yes there are MANY members that keep their E55s bone stock and yes they will still woop some butt!!! The stock look is a nice, because the BEAST is such a sleeper.
My advice would be to drive it around and do the mods that you want. Don't worry about what others are doing.
Enjoy the E and lets see some PICS!!
Debadged, for sure.
Flat "AMG" badge...oh yeah
Rear spoiler..yup yup (I got the MB 3 piece, but there re many)
I plan a stage 2 for now. I have checked out a few with the stage 2 kit and I like the chanes. My service dept has no warranty issues with any of those bumps (I asked, since I'm chicken).
Now, yes there are MANY members that keep their E55s bone stock and yes they will still woop some butt!!! The stock look is a nice, because the BEAST is such a sleeper.
My advice would be to drive it around and do the mods that you want. Don't worry about what others are doing.
Enjoy the E and lets see some PICS!!
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All stock badges
Flat hood badge
50/50 on the rear spoiler
50/50 on the front air dam spoiler as well
Tint windows
Lighter brake rotors
Lower car slightly
Lightest forged 20" wheels
Add all bolt on engine performance and exhaust mods available,unfortunately I would rather not jepordize my warranty so I'll do as much as I can get away with.So far I think I can do almost everything listed but the ecu reprogramming might be a tough one.I have all of the windows tint now,but not sure if I like it or not.The windshield is some what blurry at night,not a good thing to have.
Flat hood badge
50/50 on the rear spoiler
50/50 on the front air dam spoiler as well
Tint windows
Lighter brake rotors
Lower car slightly
Lightest forged 20" wheels
Add all bolt on engine performance and exhaust mods available,unfortunately I would rather not jepordize my warranty so I'll do as much as I can get away with.So far I think I can do almost everything listed but the ecu reprogramming might be a tough one.I have all of the windows tint now,but not sure if I like it or not.The windshield is some what blurry at night,not a good thing to have.
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Originally Posted by jangy
You tinted your windsheild?
WOW, if so please post some pics!! What % up front?
WOW, if so please post some pics!! What % up front?
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I was under the impression that Autoglass had UV protection, is that not so? something about you can't get a tan through the glass or something. I dunno if that was a wive's tale or what. Either way that sounds interesting.
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Originally Posted by jangy
I was under the impression that Autoglass had UV protection, is that not so? something about you can't get a tan through the glass or something. I dunno if that was a wive's tale or what. Either way that sounds interesting.
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'11/E63-Former car: '05 RT4 E55, Sprintbooster, Phenolic Spacers, RT IC /Secondary HE & BMC Filters
any issues w/ CA smog given mods any of you have done. heard Kleemann is only CA Carb legal but any mods okay as long will pass smog (infer most lite mods will)? thanks.
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Originally Posted by m52e55
any issues w/ CA smog given mods any of you have done. heard Kleemann is only CA Carb legal but any mods okay as long will pass smog (infer most lite mods will)? thanks.
All the major tuners offer parts for CA cars, no just Kleeman.
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comments below in bold
Originally Posted by m52e55
questions- yes/no
if you were to mod the 55 w/ stage 1 or 2, given all considerations (dealer/warrant, low/high profile etc.):
1) badge decklid/trunck or leave e55 amg badges at stock?
------ leave emblems... black them out
2) change front hood upright badge to flat hood badge?
------ flat AMG emblem
3) do rear spoiler or just leave curves as stock?
------ rear spoiler
separate-how many have changed their 18" Conti II treads for 19" and done new rims? how many have left amg rims and 18" but decided new tire make vs. Conti II's-what are best other treads?
------ went with 20" yoko AVS but with probably go with PS2's next round.
thanks all...trying to budget for some poss. changes and have found the forum to be extremely insightful/thoughtful. good 4th to all.
**how many have said the heck with it all and just left bone stock?
if you were to mod the 55 w/ stage 1 or 2, given all considerations (dealer/warrant, low/high profile etc.):
1) badge decklid/trunck or leave e55 amg badges at stock?
------ leave emblems... black them out
2) change front hood upright badge to flat hood badge?
------ flat AMG emblem
3) do rear spoiler or just leave curves as stock?
------ rear spoiler
separate-how many have changed their 18" Conti II treads for 19" and done new rims? how many have left amg rims and 18" but decided new tire make vs. Conti II's-what are best other treads?
------ went with 20" yoko AVS but with probably go with PS2's next round.
thanks all...trying to budget for some poss. changes and have found the forum to be extremely insightful/thoughtful. good 4th to all.
**how many have said the heck with it all and just left bone stock?
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Originally Posted by dragonAMG
comments below in bold
By the way m52E55, you never told us what the car has on it, color, etc...Some mods from MbenzNL may be worthwhile. I love my folding mirrors and AMG lit up sills.
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brilliant silver/drk charcoal. 319 lighting pkg, keyless go-all options ex-panorama. bone stock now but thinking of RENNtech stage 1 & possibly decklid spoiler & flat front badge. mod concern mainly smog and dealer warranty since bought cpo and has extended running through 2012.
who cares now, but prior to e55 (just bought a few months back on early lease return)-had 2002 e39/m5-s-dinan charged (cold air intake, s2 software download, free flow exhaust & badged), carbon blk/blk & all options/'97 993 Carrera w/ Porsche factory sound.
anyway, glad to have found way home w/ the 55-members here best so far-imho.
who cares now, but prior to e55 (just bought a few months back on early lease return)-had 2002 e39/m5-s-dinan charged (cold air intake, s2 software download, free flow exhaust & badged), carbon blk/blk & all options/'97 993 Carrera w/ Porsche factory sound.
anyway, glad to have found way home w/ the 55-members here best so far-imho.
Last edited by m52e55; Jul 4, 2006 at 08:55 PM.
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If your concern is voiding your warranty, keep in mind that some dealerships actually sell and install the package you speak of. Also, I haven't done any engine work, yet but you may want to ask about here to see which tuner and package you want (hint hint).
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2006 E55 AMG
I wouldn't debadge. Also, I really don't like the flat hood ornament. The star reminds me of a gun site...looking for the next prey. As for modding, let's not forget Renntech. Wheel size, of course, depends on what you want; looks or hook-ups. For me, it's all about planting the power. I'll stick with 18's when I finally get tired of the OEM rims.
