Toadster

I don't think they're really cracking codes, just using the computer to map fuel curves and and injector pulse timing (and lots of other things). We tuned our GMC Denali and its a whole different animal now - and it was a ride-along tune - laptop hooked up, mod on the fly and you can feel the difference within a few minutes. Costs anywhere from $250-470 and he uses the same computer that GM uses to check their vehicles.

and yes, exhaust systems costing $4-6k is insane... its stainless tubing

sure, some call it art - but you can't see it under all that engine (but you sure can hear it!)

You can mod some things without worrying about warranty - a Tune (if found) could definitely void it...

You're right, I was thinking the pulley/tune charge @ $1300 (discounted) which does equate to 70+hp depending on the pulley

I don't think the $500 charge includes both ECU and TCU though - correct?

BlkE55K

No. The TCU tune is extra.

theunderlord

Toady... I just picked up mine last night. I'm in seattle proper, about 20 mins south of lynnwood.

Toadster

very nice! post pics!

that's a bummer, could have a TON more tunes if the prices were a little more manageable...
I could see $800 including dyno tuning for TCU/ECU.

the EFI-Live guys fly all around the country for 20-person meets - pre paid and get a butt-in-the-seat tune on the road for < $500 including ECU and Tranny
he even tuned his Corvette Hertz Rental

theunderlord

Made a new thread.

Jakpro1

Congrats on finallly snagging one!

Heads up that the Nav is from the stone ages. Most smart phones are better but other than that, make sure Sat is working and listen to Stern 100 all the way down.

Not sure what size guy you are but for long drives I just let all the air out of the bottom seat cushion or my butt hurts. Its the bottom switch...press it down to deflate. I am linebacker built so big butt though.

emoving

shoulda kept your Mazda, your tune would be cheap, your car would be more reliable.

Toadster

I never know a forum to downtalk their own rides so much maybe you should sell yours, you always complain...

moosejaw

Turdster
I know driving the E55 will be a new experience, but please don't let the beast wind up like this on the way back.....

justinwrock

Toad, I am waiting your post that looks like this:

grantwoodtx

If I thought TURDSTER was anything like you Justin I'd say punch the ESP button and light her up but I'm affraid he may hurt himself in the process...

emoving

Unfortunately it is not the car that is going down hill, it is the new group of stupid owners! Thanks for making this reality come true!

Toadster

yup, I plan on that with the old tires that are on there now

BBBSS

If the ECU on these was anything like the ECU's in the Chryslers (Daimler Chrysler?) of the era they were pretty hard to crack for quite some time. Couple years before someone was able to actually tune the Hemi's after they came out from what I remember. I suspect this maybe had something to do with the technology Chrysler was pillaging from Mercedes at the time.

kompressede

The last few comments to the "turdster" are pretty entertaining.

Toadster

I'm here through Thursday, try the veal!

chawkins2001

You pick this thing up yet?

Toadster

is is Friday?

Busta Riles

LOL, this is funny!



For the record, i think Toadster has actually bought the car.

I tried to scoop it, but the owner said it had just sold

Congrats!

Toadster

thanks! yes, he already filled out the "Intent to sell" paperwork

Evolved8

do yourself a favor and the rest of the community on the W211 forum: Quit talking about it already, And post some pictures when you get it. Then maybe you will earn a little bit of street credit on here instead of your current status

CharlyE500

My god..... 401 post still don't have the car yet ! I think you will have 5000 posts in 1 year ! Do us a favor, stop posting so much. We all know you are here like Seven11 but don't you have to work ??? have a life instead of be in this forum all the time ? I am here only 9-6pm since i am connect to internet but i don't post and clicking refleshing button all the time !

Helli217

Anyone else notice the 04 center console? The ads state it's an 05, did the owner just like that one better? Anyway, gratz Toad. Post some friggin pics.

bnzuovr

early model 05 i belive had the older center console,standard pedels and 160mph dash if im not mistaken.

Helli217

Ahh..first time I've noticed one like that