Best engine swap




Also looking for a Kleeman SC for the stock engine, lmk if you got one.
I love this W210 platform and would like to get more power in a reliable and professional way
Last edited by Faast; Jan 27, 2024 at 02:51 PM.
The best solution I've come up with is to strap the SC to the NA motor put larger injectors and pulley to reduce compression so you don't blow your engine. Then install a manual switch for the compressor clutch. Cooling and oiling for the SC can be done with OEM or aftermarket parts.




W210 M113 has higher compression (pistons), different heads with longer (IIRC) spark plug threads. If you supercharge the engine successfully, pull the 722.6 transmission and send it to Southern Hot Rod transmissions for a rebuild and upgrade to handle the increased torque.
Personally, I would just stick with the stock engine. 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds is not slow in anyone's book. In the past I've taken the route of all-out power and I've since regressed to keeping my cars reasonably (to me) close to stock. As Corky Bell of BEGI once told me, "Anyone can make big power. The problem is making it drivable." If you have never heard of Corky Bell, read his books. they are available on Amazon. Supercharging and Turbocharging. And the time I let him drive my '05 E55, he was very complimentary of how well the Mercedes engineers did their job.
Last edited by bbirdwell; Jan 29, 2024 at 09:59 PM.




This is the video where XF Motorsports has converted the W211 into a manual swap and did it so professionally and reiably.
I have started a communication with them to see if they would cosider either SC the current engine or swap in a W211 M113K engine and manually swap it.
Of course I have several questions for them so well see how the conversation goes, will keep you all updated.
Looking at how they do all in house stuff and the projects they have done or are doing, this don't look too hard for them to do
This is the inspiration done by Rafeal at Stern Garage in Germany.
Once I have a bit of idea about the plan from XF Motorsports, I plan on contacting Rafael and figure out the details, doability and concerns/reservations if any in this project.
Cost wie, I do have an idea how much it could cost and honestly don't think it would be astronomical,
Last edited by Faast; May 26, 2024 at 08:43 PM.
Last edited by Pirublues; May 28, 2024 at 01:04 PM.




XF Motorsports has not responded to any of my inquiries regarding the engine swap
Is there any reputable shop in US that could help me achieve my vision?
Not only that, I would also like to go through the car and replace the entire suspension so we get the handling to go with the power too
Thanks
Last edited by Faast; Jun 8, 2024 at 09:09 AM.




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