we have a couple of results a few clients shared this weekend of our calibrations. first is a dyno from a stage 1 cls550 second is a video of race presumed in mexico
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Why Cold Air Intakes Fail to Deliver More Power
The difference in oxygen density between 70 and 100 F is .07 kg/m3 The difference in volume delivery between a 3″ and 4″ diameter tube is nearly double. Additionally, the length of tubing decreases volume of flow according to Cullen and Koss. Therefore a shorter tubing intake with greater […]
Why Open Air Intakes Work on Boosted Cars
The old adage of trying to get cold air no matter how long the piping and how many curves takes a back seat to direct flow with greater filtration ability when you are working with boosted and intercooled cars. https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCzRMSYaXLkSqofiVN9PPm6w
Thoughts on 3D printing versus carbon fiber and AI in ICE
3D printing improves by leaps and bounds. While still lagging behind cast and milled metal and carbon fiber eventually these gaps are going to be very narrow across the board. 3D printing allows the creation of items in ways which traditional manufacturing is unable to replicate and therefore we may […]
Air Intake Codes Eliminated Free Updates for Existing Clients
p1ce7, p1ce6, p1ce8 are just some of the codes some other aftermarket air intakes will throw. This is often due to the vacuum pressure being lower than anticipated at WOT. While these codes are generally harmless and just indicate some values are outside of what the ECU thinks they should […]
New Generation of MB V12?!
MB is rumored to confirm the V12 engine will stay in production which likely implies a new generation of V12 based on two M256 inline 6.
Map Sensor Extenders Available
We have Mercedes Map Sensor Extenders similar to A 278 150 60 20 available for $10 each. We use these for our own air intakes and offer them to others to use as well at a good price.
CLS63 vs M550i
A little roll race possibly in mexico of a CLS63 versus an M550i.
Daxlifter Scissor Lift
Just got a Dax machinery Dax Lifter mid-rise scissor lift in. We anticipate this being used for brakes, transmission fluid changes, oil changes, and in the future to be paired with a hub dyno.
First Tuning Tools to Get Started Reading and Writing Cars
Just got this question about tools I would use. Some tuning tools to get started tuning or take your car ecu reading and writing to the next level are the Scanmatik and PCMFlash.
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 […]
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 […]
Stage 1 Tuned
ChatGPT told me I should upload more of our client cars…
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.
Buying an M157 or M278 Engine in 2025
If you are considering buying a MB with an M157 or M278 in 2025 you may want to consider purchasing a 2016+. These have upgrades to the cylinder lining and the valve seats.
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