W211 AMG Discuss the W211 AMG's such as the E55 and the E63

PERFORMANCE CHIP. Please advise.

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Old 11-03-2009 | 05:26 PM
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PERFORMANCE CHIP. Please advise.

Just bought performance chip for E55. Does it really improve HP and gas mileage? Any negatives long term? THANKS.
Old 11-03-2009 | 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by occarfan
Just bought performance chip for E55. Does it really improve HP and gas mileage? Any negatives long term? THANKS.
So you bought it first and now are asking questions? Try the search function for most of your info.

But you will need to clarify:

What kind of chip (ECU)
What mods do you have besides the ECU?
Old 11-03-2009 | 06:53 PM
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Yeah. Bought first. Only $80.
It's SLR Motorsports performance chip. I'm supposed to attach to IAT. Never added anything to my car before. Will have my mechanic instal.
Wanted to see if I get any performance and mileage improvements. But wanted advice on long term effects from people who actually installed before. Because of course the seller is going to say it works great.
Old 11-03-2009 | 07:06 PM
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Originally Posted by occarfan
Yeah. Bought first. Only $80.
It's SLR Motorsports performance chip. I'm supposed to attach to IAT. Never added anything to my car before. Will have my mechanic instal.
Wanted to see if I get any performance and mileage improvements. But wanted advice on long term effects from people who actually installed before. Because of course the seller is going to say it works great.
O man, You dont want that. where did yo buy this?

Attach to Intake Air Temp???

As a newbie to the modding game. Just tell us what you want to do. Go faster I take it?

Or just ask what to do.

So yo bought this..
http://slrmotorsports.com/shop/index...t_detail&p=946

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Old 11-03-2009 | 07:07 PM
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I think these are a joke but I'm not sure, and have never heard of anyone installing them. What is it supposed to do?
Old 11-03-2009 | 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by occarfan
Yeah. Bought first. Only $80.
It's SLR Motorsports performance chip. I'm supposed to attach to IAT. Never added anything to my car before. Will have my mechanic instal.
Wanted to see if I get any performance and mileage improvements. But wanted advice on long term effects from people who actually installed before. Because of course the seller is going to say it works great.
The price should be your first clue!
Old 11-03-2009 | 07:58 PM
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This is too good to be true...... add 50hp + 50 torque + 3-6MPG for $70
I wish !
Old 11-03-2009 | 08:09 PM
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80 bucks?? Dont install it, just get your money back if you can and then start over.

Zero chance of any power gains or mileage gains.
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From their FAQ page:

Q: My vehicle is Turbo/Supercharged will the chip work?
A: No, we build our chips strictly for engines not equipped with a turbo or supercharger. We can build a custom chip for specific turbo/supercharged vehicles, please contact us for more info. Our custom chips for Turbo/Supercharged vehicles are built for specific timing, boost and other modifications.

Dude, it's a scam. Return that hunk of crap and get a proper ECU tune if you're looking for gains.

I would love to know where they expect you to plug this thing into.
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Wow.....just overpriced. I have a MHP chip (ECU) that I can sell you for $75 bucks.

If you decide that you do not like it within the first thirty days, I will refund your money............ but I do reserve the right not to refund your money if I am out of money.
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Wow.....just overpriced. I have a MHP chip (ECU) that I can sell you for $75 bucks.

If you decide that you do not like it within the first thirty days, I will refund your money............ but I do reserve the right not to refund your money if I am out of money.

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Originally Posted by Rock
Wow.....just overpriced. I have a MHP chip (ECU) that I can sell you for $75 bucks.

If you decide that you do not like it within the first thirty days, I will refund your money............ but I do reserve the right not to refund your money if I am out of money.
Be fair, make it a "double your money back" guarantee.


Edit: Hey occarfan, if you tell people that you made another purchase like this one, you will be asked to sell your car and buy a used Kia.

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Old 11-03-2009 | 09:08 PM
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Please don't do this to yourself. If you want a real tune go with a recommended tuner, such as Eurocharged.


Here you go, http://www.eurocharged.com/index.php...mart&Itemid=99
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Originally Posted by Eurocharged
Please don't do this to yourself. If you want a real tune go with a recommended tuner, such as Eurocharged.


Here you go, http://www.eurocharged.com/index.php...mart&Itemid=99
+1 Best guys in the business as far as I am concerned! And deffinetly the most professional!
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Originally Posted by occarfan
Just bought performance chip for E55. Does it really improve HP and gas mileage? Any negatives long term? THANKS.
oh man, how did i miss that???
i'll trade ya with my dyno tune....
Old 11-04-2009 | 02:04 PM
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Thanks for all your advice. I'm gonna see what happens when my friend installs it in his car first.
Old 11-04-2009 | 02:13 PM
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Originally Posted by occarfan
Thanks for all your advice. I'm gonna see what happens when my friend installs it in his car first.
Ur kidding...right!
Old 11-04-2009 | 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by occarfan
Thanks for all your advice. I'm gonna see what happens when my friend installs it in his car first.
Did we all just waste our time helping you out only to have your poor friend become the guinea pig in futility? Well better him than you right
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Originally Posted by occarfan
Thanks for all your advice. I'm gonna see what happens when my friend installs it in his car first.
Boom.
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Old 11-04-2009 | 05:38 PM
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This is my favorite description of the product:

*Less and fewer oil changes due to a more efficient tune*
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Guys on this topic very close to pulling the trigger on Let Tune Stage 1 but had a couple of silly "newbie" questions:

1. If my 2004 E55 is Stock Except for upgraded intercooler pump (Got the Johnson one) and K&N Air Filters what kind of HP and TQ gains could I expect from this tune?
2. Where the hell is the ECU located in the car and is it easy to pull out and ship?
3. What is the expected turn around time as this is my daily driver and need it to get to work

I did leave a VM with Eurocharged on this but haven't heard back yet.

Thanks!

Alex
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Originally Posted by alextaylor29
Guys on this topic very close to pulling the trigger on Let Tune Stage 1 but had a couple of silly "newbie" questions:

1. If my 2004 E55 is Stock Except for upgraded intercooler pump (Got the Johnson one) and K&N Air Filters what kind of HP and TQ gains could I expect from this tune?
2. Where the hell is the ECU located in the car and is it easy to pull out and ship?
3. What is the expected turn around time as this is my daily driver and need it to get to work

I did leave a VM with Eurocharged on this but haven't heard back yet.

Thanks!
Alex

You cant go wrong with an LET tune, I sent my ecu on Mon and had it back on Wed. Ecu removal was very easy with my car it's on the passenger side I believe the E55's are on the drivers side.
Old 11-04-2009 | 08:15 PM
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• HELPS your vehicle to pass emissions or SMOG testing
• Less and fewer oil changes due to a more efficient tune
• Prolongs your engine life due to a more efficient tune
• More power for towing
So how exactly does it affect oil changes and prolong engine life while making more power? It sounds like a miracle chip and will even help your E55 tow that new boat your just bought.


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