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C63 M177 Purge Valves
DIY

M177 Purge Valve Replacement

The M177 Purge Valves can be very noisy this can lead to the need to replace them, or remove them temporarily to troubleshoot other in car noises. Here is a quick video re purge valve replacement on a 2017 c63 4.0t.  Part numbers listed on the valve are a 001 […]

c43 air intake
Air Intake

Are MAP sensors needed on MB air intakes?

I was browsing MBworld looking for info on how to disconnect m177 oil solenoid, when I saw a thread about aftermarket air intakes and MAP sensors.  Some people were asking if they were necessary since some aftermarket air intakes do not have them.  Other people claimed they are not map […]

M278 Engine
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Upgrading M278 Turbos to M157

One of the most effective upgrades to the power of an M278 engine is adding M157 turbos.  In this short video we will talk about the process, expected power output and life expectancy at that production level.  

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Our Business Plan for Palm Beach International Raceway

Executive Summary: Palm Beach International Raceway Multi-purpose raceway with product manufacturing and testing for tuners such as TunedMercedes. To provide a world-class motorsports experience for enthusiasts of all levels through diverse events, including drag racing, autocross, off-road courses, go-kart racing, product testing, and concerts. Our mission is to create a […]

pva printed tube
3D Printing

Laying Carbon Fiber Directly on PVA Printed Parts

I am testing using PVA printed parts and laying CF right on top. This is an interesting solution to me to test because the PVA itself is water soluble. Additionally I am using a Carbon Fiber Tube versus laying cut pieces of carbon fiber. Some things I’ve noted are that […]

Maintenance

M177 Timing Guide Issue

Recently I have been hearing reports of broken timing guides from owners of M177 C63 and GLC63. These manifest with a tek tek tek sound that goes away after several minutes. Fixing the issue is approximately 8k from a dealer and 4k from an indy. If you let this go […]

ECU Tuning, TCU Tuning

What to do after flashing your ECU or TCU

After flashing your ECU or TCU you will want to make sure that the computer has a chance to exit programming mode and restart with the new calibrations loaded.  In this case it is important to unhook everything, turn off the car, and close the drivers door for 2-3 minutes […]