Modded E55s: Less reliable than stock??
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DJE55: I'm not arguing, either. My experiences were NOT with the E55. They have been with Jeeps, and M3s. In both cases, the motors were either replaced or super modified without adequate supportive for the drivetrain.
My thoughts on the E55 are that the drivetrain is pretty rugged. BUT, there is little doubt that boosting power and traction WILL mean that the drivetrain must absorb that added applied power. that doesn't mean it will fail, it is simply a thought. In my case, what i have noticed with that combination is more flex in the rear when i apply the power. That flex can't be good on all the bushings, etc. I've also seen the rear toe links fail on an E55, and it wasn't pretty. maybe it was coincidence, but that car was running DRs and a K2. Go figure.
My thoughts on the E55 are that the drivetrain is pretty rugged. BUT, there is little doubt that boosting power and traction WILL mean that the drivetrain must absorb that added applied power. that doesn't mean it will fail, it is simply a thought. In my case, what i have noticed with that combination is more flex in the rear when i apply the power. That flex can't be good on all the bushings, etc. I've also seen the rear toe links fail on an E55, and it wasn't pretty. maybe it was coincidence, but that car was running DRs and a K2. Go figure.
Edit:Are you ready for our race this weekend? sat-sun? anytime bro just meet halfway between Santa Barbara and your area SD right? everybody else keeps changing plans at last minute..I know your down so lets have some fun!
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Sorry to Tony for the threadjack, but this thread was Jack anyway!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akDZ8jKoI7w
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Sorry to Tony for the threadjack, but this thread was Jack anyway!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akDZ8jKoI7w
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akDZ8jKoI7w
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2004 E55 Evosport I & II; VRP H/E
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