JoeFIXX new ride!
#17
02-23-2005 | 09:15 PM
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Originally posted by alamein
hmm, those #s don't seem that impressive, beyond the 0-200 maybe.
hmm, those #s don't seem that impressive, beyond the 0-200 maybe.
#18
02-23-2005 | 09:40 PM
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Originally posted by ben, lj
that's the point. the 65 is so badly traction limited that it performs in line with the 55 unlessl you are either rolling or well above those speeds. adding more power via ECU upgrades will not only ruin the tranny as per MB (it can't take any more torque), but will also further hinder any perforrmance measure which starts from a dead stop.
that's the point. the 65 is so badly traction limited that it performs in line with the 55 unlessl you are either rolling or well above those speeds. adding more power via ECU upgrades will not only ruin the tranny as per MB (it can't take any more torque), but will also further hinder any perforrmance measure which starts from a dead stop.
#19
02-23-2005 | 10:06 PM
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Originally posted by greyghost
First recommended aftermarket upgrade... new wheels.
First recommended aftermarket upgrade... new wheels.
#20
02-23-2005 | 10:31 PM
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Beautiful car, love the red on it. I'd also hate to change the stock wheels. They look great and suit the car. I'd also stay away from Kleemen or any tuner for that matter. AMG did such a great job that it won't really add anything positive to the driving experience of te SL65. Never been in an SL65, but a couple of rides in a friend's S65 gave me the impression that, once that car is rolling, precious few cars can stay with it, including a BHP610 Kleemen modified E55 that became a mere speck on the horizon.
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02-24-2005 | 04:39 AM
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As far as the wheels go... one, I put those on because I have them shot at those angles... two, he needs fatter rubber and will be changing them anyway, only 285s in the rear 
If anyone wants these wheels they will be on sale soon.
If anyone wants these wheels they will be on sale soon.
We need to do a round up shortly 
#28
02-24-2005 | 11:09 AM
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Originally posted by greyghost
Evan,
Do you have a source for those interior parts?
Evan,
Do you have a source for those interior parts?
Regards,
Evan
http://www.capitaleurocars.com/
