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Upgrade guide / FAQ?
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Upgrade guide / FAQ?
Hello everyone, I'm new to MBworld but a long time performance nut. The E55 will be another car in a long line of cars I have modified. I was hoping someone could point me in the direction of a good performance upgrade guide or FAQ.
I see the DIY thread up top and that is great but im looking for a good guide. I have my own source for ECU tuning so im really looking for a good place for hard parts and the order in which they should be done. Ie pulley (size options) heat exchanger, maybe one of these upgraded pumps I have been reading about etc etc.
Any help is GREATLY appreciated.
THANKS!
Eric
I see the DIY thread up top and that is great but im looking for a good guide. I have my own source for ECU tuning so im really looking for a good place for hard parts and the order in which they should be done. Ie pulley (size options) heat exchanger, maybe one of these upgraded pumps I have been reading about etc etc.
Any help is GREATLY appreciated.
THANKS!
Eric
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Hello everyone, I'm new to MBworld but a long time performance nut. The E55 will be another car in a long line of cars I have modified. I was hoping someone could point me in the direction of a good performance upgrade guide or FAQ.
I see the DIY thread up top and that is great but im looking for a good guide. I have my own source for ECU tuning so im really looking for a good place for hard parts and the order in which they should be done. Ie pulley (size options) heat exchanger, maybe one of these upgraded pumps I have been reading about etc etc.
Any help is GREATLY appreciated.
THANKS!
Eric
I see the DIY thread up top and that is great but im looking for a good guide. I have my own source for ECU tuning so im really looking for a good place for hard parts and the order in which they should be done. Ie pulley (size options) heat exchanger, maybe one of these upgraded pumps I have been reading about etc etc.
Any help is GREATLY appreciated.
THANKS!
Eric
After that
Fueling (throttle body, rail, injectors - etc)
Additional cooling
Cams
Heads etc.
Disclaimer - if you plan to redline in fourth at around 130-140 on the street - NUMBER ONE MOD IS FUEL RAIL AND UPGRADED INJECTORS (search and the threads will come up)
Good luck!!!!!!
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Like the intro: here's my own personal opinion: 1) headers, tune and pump first (opens up the top end - when I threw them on - didn't realize how much of a brick wall I was hitting with the stockers) 2) pulley (if it's going to be a daily or see primarily street duty - no need go above 168) 3) cooling mods (Heat exchanger) - these will get you in the 500whp range and low 11's on DR's in the right conditions and track.
After that
Fueling (throttle body, rail, injectors - etc)
Additional cooling
Cams
Heads etc.
Disclaimer - if you plan to redline in fourth at around 130-140 on the street - NUMBER ONE MOD IS FUEL RAIL AND UPGRADED INJECTORS (search and the threads will come up)
Good luck!!!!!!
After that
Fueling (throttle body, rail, injectors - etc)
Additional cooling
Cams
Heads etc.
Disclaimer - if you plan to redline in fourth at around 130-140 on the street - NUMBER ONE MOD IS FUEL RAIL AND UPGRADED INJECTORS (search and the threads will come up)
Good luck!!!!!!
Do you have a preference on brands for the above. Im not looking to break the bank but I also am not afraid to pay for a part so long as it is worth it.
400whp is my goal right now (dynojet) but I would like to see 500 in the very near future.
Eric
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I'm partial to Kleemann for small pulleys -
Headers - can't go wrong with any of the players here (Kleemann, MBH (which is having a crazy sale right now) - Eurocharged also has a nice set up and there are some enterprising members that can also point you in the right direction as well).
Keep in mind - if you're paying someone to install headers for you - easily a 500-800 install depending on who you know and where you live. . .
HE - Eurocharged (but then again I got my pricing when Jerry was drinking and in a compromised position
You may also have a tuner connection but if hey don't have experience with MB's tread VERY CAREFULLY. . .Eurocharged and OE tuning are the main players and both have very good results. . .
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Congrats on your purchase, any pics?
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Thank you! I actually work for a performance shop (sponsors on here) for a living so install is not a problem. This is just a personal toy for me that I want to make quick. I Have seen dyno charts all over the place hence my target WHP numbers. Our tuner is really good with the MB line so im not worried about that.
You guys have been great! Keep it coming if you have any more feedback. You are saving me hours and hours on here searching. Forums can be the biggest source of misinformation so I appreciate the vets on here putting in their .02.
Eric
You guys have been great! Keep it coming if you have any more feedback. You are saving me hours and hours on here searching. Forums can be the biggest source of misinformation so I appreciate the vets on here putting in their .02.
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It's actually sonewhat of an impulse buy as dumping my 380whp 05 cts-v for it. It might be a year older and more miles but I see it as a step up :-)
I'll toss up some pics here when I get it.
What's the best place to pick up a pulley kit?
Thanks again guys
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Thank you! I actually work for a performance shop (sponsors on here) for a living so install is not a problem. This is just a personal toy for me that I want to make quick. I Have seen dyno charts all over the place hence my target WHP numbers. Our tuner is really good with the MB line so im not worried about that.
You guys have been great! Keep it coming if you have any more feedback. You are saving me hours and hours on here searching. Forums can be the biggest source of misinformation so I appreciate the vets on here putting in their .02.
Eric
You guys have been great! Keep it coming if you have any more feedback. You are saving me hours and hours on here searching. Forums can be the biggest source of misinformation so I appreciate the vets on here putting in their .02.
Eric
Thanks! I'm picking up a silver (sorry not up to date on actual color codes) high mileage 04 e55 tomorrow pending I get time to get over there after work.
It's actually sonewhat of an impulse buy as dumping my 380whp 05 cts-v for it. It might be a year older and more miles but I see it as a step up :-)
I'll toss up some pics here when I get it.
What's the best place to pick up a pulley kit?
Thanks again guys
It's actually sonewhat of an impulse buy as dumping my 380whp 05 cts-v for it. It might be a year older and more miles but I see it as a step up :-)
I'll toss up some pics here when I get it.
What's the best place to pick up a pulley kit?
Thanks again guys
You work for a performance shop on this board and you ask these questions and you were also unaware these cars dyno stock over 400? Hmmmmmmmm.
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Sorry I'm just not familiar with the e55 yet. Again this is just for my own sake. Like I said I've seen dynos all over the place so it's hard to know what to believe.
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Welcome!! What are your power goals first and how fast to do you want to add them? I been through it all, so if you want to cut to the chase and save money, ask away. First question that should be asked, "what are your power goals"? Street, records, 1/4 mile, one mile or just fun daily power?
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Welcome!! What are your power goals first and how fast to do you want to add them? I been through it all, so if you want to cut to the chase and save money, ask away. First question that should be asked, "what are your power goals"? Street, records, 1/4 mile, one mile or just fun daily power?
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I spent about $5000 total on a Kleemann stage three and here is the post dyno.https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...-thoughts.html
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I spent about $5000 total on a Kleemann stage three and here is the post dyno.https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...-thoughts.html
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