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Hi about a year ago I switched over to Tesco 99Ron because I had heard good reports about it and also I had moved to within 1 mile of a Tesco petrol station selling the stuff. I had been using V-Power in my C32 previously. The C32 was Ok for about 2-3 weeks using the 99RON then I started to...

Well this is more of an update... My original unit failed at about 60000 miles so I replaced it with the Johnson CM30.. That lasted 6000 miles !! So today I replaced it with a Bosch unit I purchased on ebay. The performance is now excellent. I can easily accelerate while on a tight bend...

Hi All I have had some major issues with my C32 and will take you through them and what was done to rectify them. Before talking the car to George Fraser I changed the intercooler pump to a Johnson type as mine failed and it felt like I was running on 155BHP :) Back in Nov 2010 I had a major...

Hey chaps... My engine fans is stuck on 'full speed ahead' and I was wondering.... I'd like to check and replace the Coolant Temp Sensor on my C32. Any ideas where it is? The car is fine, fluid levels normal, power excellent nothing else wrong! best regards James

Hi All I went to my local garage (non-Merc) and asked if they could change the transmission oil in my 54000 mile C32. They said they do not recommend it as it can make the car worse as gear shift may get worse. They said the old gunji oil starts to dislodge from the casing and can cause poor...

Hi I'm about to flush my C32 coolant again and wanted to know if there is any 'performance' difference between coolants ie: will one stay cooler than another? and can it affect the overall performance/ acceleration/ pick-up of the vehicle? Thanks James

I've just replaced my IC pump and brake pads and added a pair of K&N filters on my C32..... WOW!! My power is back up to what feels like 5000bhp!! The IC work took about 45mins. I tried to change the discs (rotors) but couldn't get the old ones off....will try this weekend. The pads were easy...

Hey I just DIY'ed my IC pump. I have just fitted the Johnson CM30 pump as it was cheaper than the Bosch and by the many net searches I did, seemed to be the one to go for. It took about 45mins. The hardest part was getting those hose clips off and then back on! I think changing the clip to...

Hi I recently had a problem with my C32 AMG. The aircon controller recently packed up...well started playing up so much that it drained my battery completely. I found a working used one on ebay and fitted it myself (10 min job). It works perfectly BUT also these are the other things that now...

Hi all.. It's been a while but I finally changed my C43 to a C32 about 1 1/2 ago. The 32 is great, fast and just a pure joy to drive. I have 2 problems. One is pretty standard for the W203 chassis and it's the loud ticking noise behind the dashboard. Does anyone know who can fix this...

If you could improve anything about your beloved MB what would it be? When I had the C43 I wished it could corner better and have far greater grip. Now I have a C32 I wish I had a throatier engine tone and a bit more 'connection' with the road. Obviously some of you will say 'I wish I had...

has any body noticed any differences between high performance fuels and standard 97 RON? J

Well it's been 3 odd weeks since I changed my C43 for a C32. It's a completely different car, not related to the C43 at all. The power comes in very differently, the steering I still getting to grips with...and speaking of grip, the C32 has so much that I can now pull off from the lights in 'S'...

After much deliberating I finally changed my C43 to a 2002 C32 in Alerbaster White. A great car and COMPLETELY different to the C43. The V8 of the C43 really makes that car and anyone thinking of buying a low mileage one (40000 miles) buy one. Mine was in the 73000 mile region and was due a...

Hi Has anyone got any experience of one of these? 2004-5 C230, 320K Coupe. I'm selling my C43 and may get one to tie me over until I get a good E55 next year. Please don't tell me about the power downgrade....it's only for 6-8 months. thanks

continuing that whole conversation but side stepping a bit.... why are car manufacturers plowing more money on research into developing higher BHP vehicles. New models are not about slowing the car down but seeing just how much power you mcan get out of the engine. I personally think 300bhp...

without getting anyone in trouble..... I like overtaking in the 43 especially going uphill! The C43 will easily do 100+ from 50mph uphill in a very short distance. Am I the only one out there that actually doesn't like REALLY high speeds? Now I mean 110 plus! To be honest, it scares the life...

Has anybody got any experience of an aftermarket ECU chip and are there any that can be recommended for a C43

Hi I'm thinking of getting a Kleemann supercharger for my C43. The power upgrade is substantial and I really can't afford to go to a CLK55 or E55 just yet. Has anyone got a kleemann fitted or a similar unit. I've also considered going down the 're-mapping' route but because there are so many...

Hi Does anyone know how to reset the transmissions memory on a C43? In all the time I have had it I've never done it but was told disconnecting the battery for half an hour does it. Is this true? J