SpeeDriven CL65 10.70@134.30

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Apr 23, 2010 | 01:39 PM
  #1  
60' 1.74
1/8 6.98 @ 105.5
1/4 10.70 @ 134.30

After 4 aborted runs due to excessive wheel spin ( on one pass it spun so hard that the transmission popped out of gear) I decided to feather it out and hope for the best. I accomplished a new personal best. The TCU definitely made a big difference. It used to have a very long delay between shifts and the car would spend most of the pass in between shifts. Now that doesn't happen. In my opinion the TCU is worth at least 1 mph and possibly up to 3mph. Marcin also flashed the car with a VERY aggressive ECU tune that can only be run with a very high octane fuel. The car is making tremendous power. I think it can trap over 135 mph as it sits and possibly hit a 10.40. We're going to the track again Sunday and are hoping for a better prep. Marcin says the ECU has even more power in it Let me get it to hook like this first!!!!
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Apr 23, 2010 | 01:57 PM
  #2  
Congrats to you and Marcin!

'Nuff said!
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Apr 23, 2010 | 02:04 PM
  #3  
DAYUM!!!!
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Apr 23, 2010 | 02:04 PM
  #4  
damn and congrats on the run
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Apr 23, 2010 | 02:08 PM
  #5  
Nice run, you beat your personal best yet again
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Apr 23, 2010 | 02:37 PM
  #6  
Congrats!
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Apr 23, 2010 | 02:52 PM
  #7  
Wow look at that mph!!! Bring it out to MIR and break some records. Still stock turbos right?
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Apr 23, 2010 | 04:55 PM
  #8  
Quote: 60' 1.74
1/8 6.98 @ 105.5
1/4 10.70 @ 134.30

After 4 aborted runs due to excessive wheel spin ( on one pass it spun so hard that the transmission popped out of gear) I decided to feather it out and hope for the best. I accomplished a new personal best. The TCU definitely made a big difference. It used to have a very long delay between shifts and the car would spend most of the pass in between shifts. Now that doesn't happen. In my opinion the TCU is worth at least 1 mph and possibly up to 3mph. Marcin also flashed the car with a VERY aggressive ECU tune that can only be run with a very high octane fuel. The car is making tremendous power. I think it can trap over 135 mph as it sits and possibly hit a 10.40. We're going to the track again Sunday and are hoping for a better prep. Marcin says the ECU has even more power in it Let me get it to hook like this first!!!!
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So what did you do to the TCU? & congrats on the new PB!
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Apr 23, 2010 | 05:31 PM
  #9  
Quote: .
So what did you do to the TCU? & congrats on the new PB!
This:

https://mbworld.org/forums/sl55-amg-...riven-tcu.html
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Apr 23, 2010 | 05:53 PM
  #10  
Quote: Wow look at that mph!!! Bring it out to MIR and break some records. Still stock turbos right?
I hope I can break the record without having to drive 800 miles!!! Yes still stock turbos. I am debating on going with the upgraded turbos. I think I can trap 135 as it sits so I don't know how much more I'd want out of it. This pass was a hot lap pass after multiple aborted passes due to lack of traction. No ice available at the track last night either.
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Apr 23, 2010 | 06:22 PM
  #11  
134 mph trap!!!
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Apr 23, 2010 | 09:11 PM
  #12  
This hot lapping NO ICE means EZ 30+ HP increase when you add Ice to reservoir...Can't wait for Sun!
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Apr 23, 2010 | 09:17 PM
  #13  
EPIC!!!
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Apr 23, 2010 | 09:23 PM
  #14  
Awesome run!!!!

I'm sure with better cooling down time, Ice, and better traction 10.4's will be obtained.
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Apr 23, 2010 | 10:13 PM
  #15  
Quote: I hope I can break the record without having to drive 800 miles!!! Yes still stock turbos. I am debating on going with the upgraded turbos. I think I can trap 135 as it sits so I don't know how much more I'd want out of it. This pass was a hot lap pass after multiple aborted passes due to lack of traction. No ice available at the track last night either.
You're very close to RennTech's record, Ahmad's record, and Stephan's overall Mercedes record.... this is where things get really exciting You may already be able to lock in a 10.5, but a 10.4 would certainly re-write the record books
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Apr 23, 2010 | 11:40 PM
  #16  
Thanks guys! I'm just very happy with the power it's making. With a good track I think I can do very well.
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Apr 24, 2010 | 12:12 AM
  #17  
Congrats
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Apr 24, 2010 | 12:49 AM
  #18  
Marko, congrats on ur PB!

it was nice meeting u at Marcin's shop.

i need to get to the track with u and Marcin so i can get a ride in ur beast
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Apr 25, 2010 | 11:43 PM
  #19  
Quote: 60' 1.74
1/8 6.98 @ 105.5
1/4 10.70 @ 134.30

After 4 aborted runs due to excessive wheel spin ( on one pass it spun so hard that the transmission popped out of gear) I decided to feather it out and hope for the best. I accomplished a new personal best. The TCU definitely made a big difference. It used to have a very long delay between shifts and the car would spend most of the pass in between shifts. Now that doesn't happen. In my opinion the TCU is worth at least 1 mph and possibly up to 3mph. Marcin also flashed the car with a VERY aggressive ECU tune that can only be run with a very high octane fuel. The car is making tremendous power. I think it can trap over 135 mph as it sits and possibly hit a 10.40. We're going to the track again Sunday and are hoping for a better prep. Marcin says the ECU has even more power in it Let me get it to hook like this first!!!!

Congrats Marko. Great MPH.

10.40s definitely within reach.

You missed some good runs at Exotics Rally Standing Mile in Miami today. Sorry you got delayed at hotel in Miami and couldn't make it out.
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Apr 25, 2010 | 11:56 PM
  #20  
Quote: Congrats Marko. Great MPH.

10.40s definitely within reach.

You missed some good runs at Exotics Rally Standing Mile in Miami today. Sorry you got delayed at hotel in Miami and couldn't make it out.


Lol. That sure sounds like Marko. Almost missed the Texas Mile too, and MIR. Can't stay up partying everynight man. Your not 22 anymore.
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Apr 26, 2010 | 12:02 AM
  #21  
Quote: Lol. That sure sounds like Marko. Almost missed the Texas Mile too, and MIR. Can't stay up partying everynight man. Your not 22 anymore.
It's all good. Things happen. Just coming to spectate. Was hoping to meet up. Next time.
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Sep 13, 2010 | 12:25 AM
  #22  
^ Umm WTF
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Sep 13, 2010 | 12:44 AM
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no bragging in the w211 forum until you actually have something special for our cars!
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Sep 13, 2010 | 01:00 AM
  #24  
Quote: no bragging in the w211 forum until you actually have something special for our cars!
They're getting close
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