Yes. I did this to my e550 and know I don't have to worry about that flimsy part coming apart. This is something Mercedes should have done from the beginning .
The VRP intake pipes do look better than the stock OEM. However, aluminum (or any other metal) will hold more heat than the OEM plastic/silicone pipes causing the intake air temperature to rise which decreases performance. This was proven in a supercharged jaguar xf video on RUclips using a mina performance aluminum intake. I experienced this on my 98 eagle talon as well, metal intake raised the intake temperature 110° over stock so went back to factory. I will not make that mistake on my 2013 S550.
There is a reason Mercedes used flimsy flexible tubes here. Once your engine mounts go bad, sturdy tubes and hose fittings won't give enough and will disconect. After 10 - 12 years there is no shame replacing those OEM tubes although I would have used rubber hoses instead of fabric. At least you did not replace the very well designed intake system for a "cool air intake"...
That makes some sense, these aluminum intake pipes have some play where their not that tight. Also a reason for them to design them that way. Another reason I don’t like the fabric tunes is because they breath and release cold air and suck in hot air. Just not my thing that’s y I went with these
Maybe when the motor mounts wear out on your 10-12 year old car and these 'cool air intake' pipes disconnect then it's a hint that you need to change your mounts before you damage the rest of your driveline... 👍 Being really petty here, they design those out of fabric as it's cooler charge than steel with the thought it may outlast a piece of plastic... If MB was 'perfect' they wouldn't make plastic turbo lines and plastic thermostats... This is a good mod and there is plenty of flex in them. 👍
You’re right , but you talk too quickly, I can see your logic , but don’t talk about s product if you never had too play with it , This kit comes with rubber pieces for flexibility and those pipes have aren’t super tight , you actually have room and once you clamp it all in place correctly, its 👌
@Redlineracinggarage Can you trust aftermath vs oem... excuse my ignorance. Weight safety? I really want to get different wheels but oem 4,500 I found beautiful aftermarket 1,350 Sls black ...
Yo brother from the South Carolina Coast. Just ordered the air intake tubes from VRP Speed for my CLS 550 4Matic. 7/29/22 On sale $225 ( reg $280 ) so I grabbed them. Putting in the K&N air filters tomorrow and as I said in previous posts on your channel, going for a stage 2 ECU tune in 2 weeks, can't wait. Will push it to 540hp and 715 pounds o torque ! That's some serious power for $1800 PresserTech outside of Atlanta. Mail the ECU to them they have it back in 2 days...
That’s nice man! You got a great deal on those intake tubes! That thing is gonna be a beast in the streets. Not bad at all for a $1800 tune. Enjoy and let me know how it goes!
@@Redlineracinggarage I tried everything it’s so strange. Can’t figure out what I’m doing wrong. Has to be the right part. Anyways you can send a video of you connecting yours? This one didn’t show that. Mine perfectly line up meaning it’s not wide enough to huge around the fitting.
@@Redlineracinggarage I have the rattle/knocking sound for the first 5-10 seconds on a cold start or if the car has been sitting for 1-2hrs. From what I found the cause of the issue is faulty camshaft adjuster. I'm planning to replace them on my own because shops want like 5k+ to replace those. Is your sound similar to the one in this video? ruclips.net/video/QO5TcQBOhJM/видео.html
@@Redlineracinggarage OHHHHH, my bad lol mine were held on by 4 screws on my e class so i was assuming the cls would be the same. i assumed wrong lol my bad😅
I think if you put heat wrap it will help with the aluminum getting hot
Yes. I did this to my e550 and know I don't have to worry about that flimsy part coming apart. This is something Mercedes should have done from the beginning
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The VRP intake pipes do look better than the stock OEM. However, aluminum (or any other metal) will hold more heat than the OEM plastic/silicone pipes causing the intake air temperature to rise which decreases performance. This was proven in a supercharged jaguar xf video on RUclips using a mina performance aluminum intake. I experienced this on my 98 eagle talon as well, metal intake raised the intake temperature 110° over stock so went back to factory. I will not make that mistake on my 2013 S550.
This is a very good point lmao
I'd rather get a few spares of the tubes than to soak up heat in Florida
What if you wrap the pipe with the gold reflective tape ? To deflect some heat .
There is a reason Mercedes used flimsy flexible tubes here. Once your engine mounts go bad, sturdy tubes and hose fittings won't give enough and will disconect. After 10 - 12 years there is no shame replacing those OEM tubes although I would have used rubber hoses instead of fabric. At least you did not replace the very well designed intake system for a "cool air intake"...
That makes some sense, these aluminum intake pipes have some play where their not that tight. Also a reason for them to design them that way. Another reason I don’t like the fabric tunes is because they breath and release cold air and suck in hot air. Just not my thing that’s y I went with these
Exactly!
Maybe when the motor mounts wear out on your 10-12 year old car and these 'cool air intake' pipes disconnect then it's a hint that you need to change your mounts before you damage the rest of your driveline... 👍 Being really petty here, they design those out of fabric as it's cooler charge than steel with the thought it may outlast a piece of plastic... If MB was 'perfect' they wouldn't make plastic turbo lines and plastic thermostats... This is a good mod and there is plenty of flex in them. 👍
That's exactly happens to me. I got a 14 E63s. And the pipe broken 3 weeks ago. I found out engine mount broken this week. What a smart design
You’re right , but you talk too quickly, I can see your logic , but don’t talk about s product if you never had too play with it ,
This kit comes with rubber pieces for flexibility and those pipes have aren’t super tight , you actually have room and once you clamp it all in place correctly, its 👌
There is a lot of space between the silicone hose and the aluminium pipes makes it look cheap. I'll just get new original ones when mine go bad.
Well yeah the fitment could be a LITTLE bit better but its the function that does it for me.
Love the new upgrade, What wheels do you have they look amazing are they stock or aftermarket...
Is okay to install aftermarket wheels
Yes they are aftermarket wheels, 20” vossens
@Redlineracinggarage
Can you trust aftermath vs oem... excuse my ignorance. Weight safety?
I really want to get different wheels but oem 4,500 I found beautiful aftermarket 1,350 Sls black ...
here for it
Yo brother from the South Carolina Coast. Just ordered the air intake tubes from VRP Speed for my CLS 550 4Matic. 7/29/22 On sale $225 ( reg $280 ) so I grabbed them. Putting in the K&N air filters tomorrow and as I said in previous posts on your channel, going for a stage 2 ECU tune in 2 weeks, can't wait. Will push it to 540hp and 715 pounds o torque ! That's some serious power for $1800 PresserTech outside of Atlanta. Mail the ECU to them they have it back in 2 days...
That’s nice man! You got a great deal on those intake tubes! That thing is gonna be a beast in the streets. Not bad at all for a $1800 tune. Enjoy and let me know how it goes!
Did u get the tubes? Are they 3” and tell me how long they are I’ll bend some 3”and see if I can make them
what's the benefit of aluminum over silicone intake pipes?
Durability and looks I guess. Otherwise not much of an advantage
A lot of heat and lower performance 😂 and lost your money too...
@@jaydanyjayjay1461how did I lose money by asking a question? You probably from Cali..stupid asf
are there any ecu or trans tunes in this cars future?
Yes 100%
Cls looking good bro! I did a muffler delete and resonator delete sounds like a v8! Look into it bro
Thanks bro! Yeah I heard it with the muffler delete and I think I’m pretty much sold on that 😂
So the cops love to pull you over?
How long are the tubes? What’s the bend 45degrees ?
Id say about 16-18 inch long and yes a 45 degree angle
Just do the mid resonator add X pipe sounds great
Yeah that’s how I had it here in this video, but now I also did a muffler delete and it sounds better, imo
Definitely I got rid of the resonator and muffler's I bought the x-pipe but I've been lazy to install
@@chuymenchaca6603 well when you do install it, you’ll love it. there is a video on my channel with the muffler delete check it out !
Just purchased these. There is enough GIVE to remove these as needed. The OEM tubes break very easily
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When you put it on the plastic fittings, mine aren’t lining up. How did you get yours on?
You might have it on the wrong way try flipping them around
@@Redlineracinggarage I tried everything it’s so strange. Can’t figure out what I’m doing wrong. Has to be the right part. Anyways you can send a video of you connecting yours? This one didn’t show that. Mine perfectly line up meaning it’s not wide enough to huge around the fitting.
Thanks for replying
@@justinkerr4412 i dont have the cls anymore sorry follow me on ig and send some pics or vids ill chrck it out
Is there a simple way just to find the product on the website
www.vrpspeed.com
What is the pipe bend 33degrees
Anyone tried to install these on a 2014-2017 w222/S550 with the M278 engine? Do they fit?
It will fit
what are those exhaust tips ?
These are aprakovic tips
Do it cut🪚 the mufflers and after u gonna hear the sound off germany power
Yes! 💪🏼 😁
Do you have rattle sound on cold start?
The rattle on my motor is basically throughout the whole heat cycle but yes you can say it’s a little more when it’s cold
@@Redlineracinggarage I have the rattle/knocking sound for the first 5-10 seconds on a cold start or if the car has been sitting for 1-2hrs. From what I found the cause of the issue is faulty camshaft adjuster. I'm planning to replace them on my own because shops want like 5k+ to replace those. Is your sound similar to the one in this video? ruclips.net/video/QO5TcQBOhJM/видео.html
@@agapiadventures5213 no my sound is different. Mine stays knocking the whole time.
@@Redlineracinggarage Do you think your sound may come from a bad camshaft adjuster or maybe even chain tensioner?
Yes 100% either the tensioner or a cam adjuster it’s very common on the M278
Hi I’m Zach bass I’m trying to get them pips for my CLS AMG 63
Hey zach, visit the website www.vrpspeed.com
How much do you charge to get it and do it and what state you in
@@zacherybass453 I’m up in Canada you would have to get it from the website and find a local shop that can install it
Hey what year is this?
2012
the fake tips dont have to be cut, they’re held on by screws
I’m still gonna get them welded on I don’t like the screws idea
@@Redlineracinggarage oh you was talking ab the new tips yea, i thought u was saying u had to cut the fake tips off lol🤦🏻♂️😂
@@thvmcs LOL! no the “fake” tips are being held by the defuser. They need to be cut.
Now I’m confused 😐 LOL !
@@Redlineracinggarage OHHHHH, my bad lol mine were held on by 4 screws on my e class so i was assuming the cls would be the same. i assumed wrong lol my bad😅
@@thvmcs lol all good! I’ll be installing them today so let’s see what their being held by LOL!
They looked like a pretty loose fit.
They are a bit loose. They need to be able to have slight flex on them.
Hallo ich habe das bei ihm gekauft und es passt einfach nicht ! Schade
They are 280$
Yes $280 USD
Muffler delete! , muffler delete!
Sounds good to me 😂
im fully catless on mine sounds tooo good
@@thvmcs yeah I know it sounds really good with catless down pipes
@@Redlineracinggarage most definitely, mine are just gutted cats right now😭 strongly considering adding an x pipe tho sometime soon
@@thvmcs still has better flow! X pipe would help a lot though!
You installed them the wrong way man
Really? So hows the right way?
i was thinking same i think maybe the longer rubber connecting piece should be on opposite side