Where to find...a twin-turbo set-up

xfire · 08-02-06, 08:58

Does anyone know of any shop, person, business who specializes in creating twin-turbo kits for german vehicles? I desire more power from my Crossfire (which is nearly 100% Mercedes Benz SLK320 R170. Basically, it's not creating the turbo system that worries me or anyone else who has tried this...it's the ECU. Mercedes-Benz ECU's are known for their finicky nature, and it has restricted mere mortals on installing forced-induction upgrades. Any and all forms of contacts will be appreciated. Thanks.

PS...No, an SRT-6 is not for me (the supercharged Crossfire). It's an automatic and I want stick. Now, if anyone knows of anyone who can swap that automatic out for a manual, then I will think about it!

themightytimmah · 08-02-06, 11:14

RennTech could probably help you out, they might not have an off-the-shelf solution but they have a large base of knowledge and they put together some pretty amazing buildups off of Mercedes engines. You can get 'em at 561.845.7888.

xfire · 08-02-06, 11:48

Ya, Renntech, Startech, Brabus, etc... all seem too focused on supercharging. But, the main problem with me is they are seriously overpriced in everything that they do! Nevertheless, I'll give them a call. I did contact Startech once and they told me they don't modify transmissions at all. We never talked about ECU's though.

G35stilez · 08-02-06, 12:03

How about you sell it and save for a more well-rounded vehicle with more power? Dumping twin-turbo type bucks into a Chrysler (no offense) is not exactly, well, you know...

With twin-turbos, you will have to look into cooling, wheels/tires, suspension, brakes, etc...IMO, not worth it.

You should look into an E46 M3. Stunning everything, across the board, and it posts great numbers on the track.

xfire · 08-02-06, 03:57

Ahhh...Sean, there's so many reasons for and against a move like that. I completely understand where your coming from. I know, I might as well just sell the Crossfire, get an Evo, put $1,500 into it, and have an 11 second car. If I want an 11 sec Crossfire, it would cost me probably 20,000-25,000 after suspension, wheels, and brake upgrade too. I've driven every car imaginable, two '05 M3's too. The Crossfire has character, and it's tough to let go of the fun-to-drive factor that I see in the car. It's still up in the air. I could go on and on why it would be much cheaper to get another car that's faster and stuff, but the Crossfire has things that keep me coming back to it.

Hmmm...did I mention I was really picky about cars??

tdekany · 08-02-06, 04:17

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Originally Posted by xfire

Does anyone know of any shop, person, business who specializes in creating twin-turbo kits for german vehicles? I desire more power from my Crossfire (which is nearly 100% Mercedes Benz SLK320 R170. Basically, it's not creating the turbo system that worries me or anyone else who has tried this...it's the ECU. Mercedes-Benz ECU's are known for their finicky nature, and it has restricted mere mortals on installing forced-induction upgrades. Any and all forms of contacts will be appreciated. Thanks.

PS...No, an SRT-6 is not for me (the supercharged Crossfire). It's an automatic and I want stick. Now, if anyone knows of anyone who can swap that automatic out for a manual, then I will think about it!

If someone knows how to buid them it is:http://www.hpamotorsport.com/

xfire · 08-02-06, 04:41

Hmmm...HPA! I've always know of them but I always thought of them as a tuner for VW/Audi platforms, not Mercedes...I'll add that on my list of people to call.

Shftup · 08-04-06, 03:27

www.mbworld.org - check the C32 section - you will find some domestic tuners, with high end results

Kanchou · 08-05-06, 10:27

it also depends on the type of turbo setup, sequential or parallel...

drew.haynes · 08-05-06, 03:17

How much rubber width can you squeeze under the rear fenders? I have pretty sticky 245s in the rear on my TA. I'm only pushing around 280ish rwhp and I can definately break them loose when I want. If I was looking into WAYYY more power (a serious FI setup), I would immediately be moving to some 315s in the back of my TA... can you seriously fit anything nearly that wide on a crossfire? And will the driveline even hold up, especially on a manual tranny? You definately need to consider driveline strength and useable traction or you'll be wasting more money than you think.

wytstang · 08-06-06, 11:40

A lot easier.....

xfire · 08-10-06, 09:45

All of those driveline upgrades are definitely going to be considered. I have 255's in the back stock. I prefer forced induction as a route to more power. And any and all sort of turbo set-up will be considered.