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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

08-26-2002, 06:35 AM

Replies: 10

The Kleemann E430K needed some new shoes...

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Posted By SouthernGent

Fanatic, I truly hated the Goodyear stocks...

Fanatic,

I truly hated the Goodyear stocks that came on the car. (Way too loud and broke loose very quickly) I tried a set of the Dunlop SP Sport 9000 and found that they floated pretty badly on...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

08-23-2002, 02:55 PM

Replies: 10

The Kleemann E430K needed some new shoes...

Views: 1,539

Posted By SouthernGent

Update from the thread creator: I did indeed...

Update from the thread creator:

I did indeed have to swap out the front tires with 235/40's as the 245 would scrub in abrupt dip/turns (like into some parking lots) Now there is none. Also the...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

08-07-2002, 11:12 AM

Replies: 3

Boy is it fun to have power when you need it!

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Posted By SouthernGent

Generally any morning between 7:20 and 8:45 at...

Generally any morning between 7:20 and 8:45 at the Intersection of Hwy78 and Hewatt Rd. in Snellville.

An SVT sandwich, that would be good for breakfast. We would eat HIS lunch.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

08-06-2002, 12:12 PM

Replies: 3

Boy is it fun to have power when you need it!

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Posted By SouthernGent

Boy is it fun to have power when you need it!

It is not worth the admission price in itself but it sure was fun!

This morning I was at the stop light were I have been toyed with by a Mustang SVT in the past. He used to play around and leave...

Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia

08-05-2002, 11:20 AM

Replies: 0

Command System For 2001 E-Class

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Posted By SouthernGent

Command System For 2001 E-Class

I have looked and searched for some useable info on upgrading the stock audio system in the 2001 E420 W210 to the optional Command System. I was talked out of it when I purchased my car but would...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires

07-31-2002, 08:37 PM

Replies: 4

The Kleemann E430K needed some new shoes...

Views: 1,254

Posted By SouthernGent

Sorry, but Butler Tire took them in on trade for...

Sorry, but Butler Tire took them in on trade for the upgrades.

They were 17's by the way.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

07-27-2002, 01:20 PM

Replies: 10

The Kleemann E430K needed some new shoes...

Views: 1,539

Posted By SouthernGent

The Kleemann E430K needed some new shoes...

Posting Here as well As Wheels and Tires because if you decide to do some serious power upgrades you will need some serious rubber to hold you down!

After having Donnie and Bill install my...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires

07-27-2002, 12:53 PM

Replies: 4

The Kleemann E430K needed some new shoes...

Views: 1,254

Posted By SouthernGent

The Kleemann E430K needed some new shoes...

After having Donnie and Bill install my Kleemann Suspension and Supercharger (http://www.mbautowerks.com/performance/00003/00003.html) I decided that to stay on the road I needed some new shoes for...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

07-12-2002, 06:20 PM

Replies: 19

Kleemann Experience "Part 2"

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Posted By SouthernGent

Sorry El Presidente, so noted. bpkinatl You can...

Sorry El Presidente, so noted. bpkinatl You can stay with me for a while when you get tossed out. The "get together" at Cars and Coffee looks like fun by unfortunately I will be taking my beautiful...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

07-12-2002, 04:33 PM

Replies: 19

Kleemann Experience "Part 2"

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Posted By SouthernGent

Well everyone the results are in and WOW! Take a...

Well everyone the results are in and WOW! Take a look at the completed package on MBAutowerks web site HERE (http://www.mbautowerks.com/performance/00003/00003.html)

I think you will be...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

07-11-2002, 08:57 AM

Replies: 19

Kleemann Experience "Part 2"

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Posted By SouthernGent

I forgot to come back and post some numbers after...

I forgot to come back and post some numbers after being Kleemannized.

Dyno Results:
Before the Kompressor

At the Wheels
223 HP 233 Torque

At the Crank Shaft
279 HP 291 Torque

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

07-09-2002, 08:40 PM

Replies: 19

Kleemann Experience "Part 2"

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Posted By SouthernGent

Well I got it back today. In Monday A.M. out by...

Well I got it back today. In Monday A.M. out by Tuesday P.M. Donnie did one fantastic install. You would never know that it didn't come from the factory with the Kleemann installed.

Now for...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

07-09-2002, 10:20 AM

Replies: 19

Kleemann Experience "Part 2"

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Posted By SouthernGent

Well, the "BEAST TO-BE" is in the shop getting...

Well, the "BEAST TO-BE" is in the shop getting Kleemannized! Donnie (Benzmac) takes great care with his cars to ensure a perfect install. This is day 2 and I am getting anxious to go by and see how...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

07-02-2002, 05:31 PM

Replies: 19

Kleemann Experience "Part 2"

Views: 2,828

Posted By SouthernGent

Kleemann Experience "Part 2"

Well Donnie (http://www.mbautowerks.com/service/service.html) has talked me into a Kleemann Kompressor upgrade on my E430. The Kleemann Sport Suspension was one great addition, now on to the...

Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia

06-26-2002, 03:13 PM

Replies: 17

Picture of the beast!!

Views: 2,355

Posted By SouthernGent

I sure hope you don't have a FLAT TIRE!

I sure hope you don't have a FLAT TIRE!

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

06-14-2002, 04:14 PM

Replies: 12

New E430 project (the Kleemann Experience)

Views: 2,207

Posted By SouthernGent

The specs say about 1.3" lower but you really...

The specs say about 1.3" lower but you really have to be observant to notice. I have an Obsedian Black E430 and it doesn't seem too noticable.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

06-14-2002, 10:53 AM

Replies: 12

New E430 project (the Kleemann Experience)

Views: 2,207

Posted By SouthernGent

The Kleemann Sport Suspension consists of new...

The Kleemann Sport Suspension consists of new speed sensitive Sports Dampers and Lowering Springs. Total cost for the conversion was $2,400. I am totally taken back as to how the "regular" ride has...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock

06-14-2002, 07:12 AM

Replies: 12

New E430 project (the Kleemann Experience)

Views: 2,207

Posted By SouthernGent

New E430 project (the Kleemann Experience)

After driving my E430 for a year I decided that it needed a few adjustments. I went to Donnie and told him what I was looking for and he steered me towards Kleemann. It is a work in progress but...

Forum: Off-Topic Discussion

06-14-2002, 07:05 AM

Replies: 19

Happy Birthday Benzmac

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Posted By SouthernGent

Happy belated Birthday Donnie, The only...

Happy belated Birthday Donnie,

The only problem is I got the Birthday present. Donnie installed my new Kleemann Sport Suspension on HIS birthday.

If you haven't talked with Donnie about the...

Forum: Tech Help

06-05-2002, 01:33 PM

Replies: 13

1997 e320 steering wheel vibrations

Views: 1,430

Posted By SouthernGent

LarryBible is right on I purchased a set of...

LarryBible is right on

I purchased a set of Dunlop SP Sport 5000 for my '01 E430(purchased at NTB) and had them balanced 3 times. Still had vibration and had NTB swap the out for a set of...

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