Here goes. Some of you have been following my thread regarding my BBQ'd 92 500E. At this timeit looks as though I will be buying it from insurance company and doing the work by myself. The main items of concern for replacement are the following.
Exhaust system from cats back- Does anyone make a freer flowing cat system or one that will make more hp than the sock units. I will probably add the center pipe that replaces the center resonator in combo with an after market rear muffler.
I need to replace the fuel pumps and filters as well as the basic control module and the diagnostic control module ( where can I get the best prices on these items ?)
I may have to replace the main wiring harness as well as the engine harness. It has been suggested to me by a tech at the dealership that rather than replace the entire harness, I might want to buy the harness and do quality splices/ soldering to where the fire melted the covering on the wires at the fuel pump and the two relays/ control boxes under the rt rear passenger seat cushion. Any help or opinions will be appreciated. I want to see what I can add to enhance my car since I will be making all of these repairs. Thanks in advance for any and all help.
Alan

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92 500E Silver 66k
82 Porsche 911SC 84K
68 Cadillac ( Gone Now )
03 Suburban Z71 200K
85 300SD 217k From Original Owner ( Dad )

I really don't think you'll find a better twin-cat exhaust than the MB unit. You'll find ones cheaper, but not better.

The fuel-pump assembly can be ordered from a quality MB dismantler like Potomoc German Auto or SilverStar Recycling.

I got my fuel-pump assembly from them (ask for all hoses, brackets, accumulator, etc.) for under $100.

Best of luck!

:-) neil
1988 360TE AMG
1993 500E

Thanks, I am not certain that they need replacement but is good to know. As for the fuel pumps that sounds great since even with a discount new ones run me about $200. each. I will update as things progress. I am still looking for feedback on the main wiring harness ?.
Thanks
Alan

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92 500E Silver 66k
82 Porsche 911SC 84K
68 Cadillac ( Gone Now )
03 Suburban Z71 200K
85 300SD 217k From Original Owner ( Dad )

Alan,
Can't help you much with the rest, but as far as the exhaust goes, I've spoken or traded emails with a few tuners and they all say (in one form or another) that there is not too much to be gained by messing with the exhaust on a 5 liter 500E. When you go to the 6.0 motor then you need it. However, just doing the y-pipe/resonator transplant certainly will not hurt and may help if there is anything to be gained. Leave the rear muffler stock for stealth/bumper clearance purposes IMO. Either way, good luck with your project.

Hope this helps,
Lee

Lee , Thanks for the input. You basically backed up what I have been told so I think I will go the route that you mentioned. I will update as things progress. Thanks and have a great holiday.
Alan

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92 500E Silver 66k
82 Porsche 911SC 84K
68 Cadillac ( Gone Now )
03 Suburban Z71 200K
85 300SD 217k From Original Owner ( Dad )