Installed an INTERCOOLER on my Mercedes C250 for more cooling!

[@TheFlexxGarage]

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[@jislam5110]

Ordered the TTS IC for my 1.6T can’t wait man!

[@BmwsXBL]

im gonna build a 250 with your videos. thanks for the content man

[@TheFlexxGarage]

😎🤙🏼

[@Papiabloh187]

Lol same

[@mafiodaonly5423]

Just got my c250 but it’s not a coupe it’s a 1.8 liter is it different or the same ?

[@1worldboi]

Hey Flex I like your channel. Always cool mods for the average person to upgrade their car. I had a 2013 w204 C250 Coupe in black that I loved 😍, but traded it in January 2020 on a new w205. I live in an apartment with a shared parking garage so I have nowhere to work on a car. And my new car came with free servicing for 3 years so... but had I been in a position to keep my 43,000 mile w204 I know that your channel would have kept my car running and looking it’s best! I’ll keep watching though. Your videos are fun and informative too. Thank you.

[@vincentwheldon219]

What’s up with Mercedes having red painted bits all over mine has aswell

[@robertreavley7145]

There was residual oil in the out pipe of your old intercooler. This is symptomatic if worn turbo seals. The main causes of turbo seal wear are stop start button DO NOT USE IT!!! As it’s t dramatically shortens the turbos life!!! Also cold starting and instant boosting!! Let the engine idle for 35 seconds before reving it! This will ensure the turbos hydrostatic bearing is properly lubricated. Then when switching off the car let the engine get idle for 10 seconds before shut down! This makes sure the turbine is spinning at the lowest RPM possible which again on shutdown stops bearing and seal wear!! I would strongly suggest you get the turbo serviced before it’s done many more miles! As if it fails the engine will run on the turbo oil feed and surge till it eats itself! I’ve seen it happen! And there’s NOTHING left of the engine salvageable!! That’s NOTHING!!! KZbin turbo fubar! Sorry for being a right doom merchant! It’s in my intolerable nature I’ve been told!! Lol I’m ready to do this mod soon I’ve picked out a nice replacement intercooler! Thanks for the vid man!!!

[@АлексейПелипенко-ж2и]

From Russia with love

[@rauldeleon6728]

One year from now this will be my ballermobile🔥👆🏻🙏🏻

[@mitchio83]

Did you ever get your ballermobile??

[@-hcm413]

How do i get more power for my c220 w204 2012? I did the remap and removed the mufflers and add quad tips. Should i look for a induction kit and a intercooler, if yes, what kind of to gain extra power?

[@TheYoungWarlock]

you probably done for stage 1. stage 2 usually requires an intercooler and air intake change as well as straight piping the exhaust

[@hairyplotter1121]

What about the c200 kompressor? It’s the same 1.8 4 cylinder engine it’s just supercharged instead of turbo I’ve been looking at the pulley kit to up the boost from the sc and I’ve been looking for a intercooler but finding parts for these is a pain

[@MrOmgfreak]

see man...i can stomach watching you bruh. how u do your stuff cause u keep it real...easy an simple well spoken an u seem smart... no bullshit so because of just how u are bro, i will subscribe.

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Thanks. Most of my videos are under 10 mins because I make content the way people wanna see it. I'm not stretching out the videos just to hit a target time to get the youtube algorithm to promote my videos.

[@adiyaerdenebileg3256]

thanks for the advice please help me how to replace that air sensor at the 5:02 ;

[@mrpapi7]

Do you have a video how you wrapped the exterior of your car?

[@beliciaadams8662]

Are you able to share the size tools you are using to complete to project?

[@mariowoodsN5]

I’m ordering the cold air intake, it looked great, better mileage?

[@stesfazghi2239]

Mine has water in air charger cooler system is what the mechanics are saying,I drove through water flood on Dallas TX it was deep and didn't see it it was black in the dark my Mercedes-Benz did fine till I started it 5hrs later had check engine light and my engine was shaking when I stopped but if I drive it drove fine am I been told the right diagnosis? 4:27

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Not sure. I’m not a certified mechanic and I don’t know your cars condition. Could be many factors or issues with your car if you can get water into your stock intercooler. This video is about my aftermarket intercooler. That’s all I can speak to if you have a question on it.

[@stesfazghi2239]

@TheFlexxGarage thanks but I learned it can happen and I was able to drive it because it has built-in turbo.

[@CB-gp9dc]

Which one better to add intercooler or add water methanol?

[@ionceban7195]

Hello Flexx! got my c250 just remap stage 1 and gearbox, now i have 250hp, planning to go for this intercooler +40hp...do i need to remap ecu after install this intercooler?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

No. You only need a tune if you are adding in tons of more volume of air from the turbo or if you are adding more fuel into the system. You don’t need a tune when you are just cooling down the air.

[@brownboy2535]

Wow looks awesome!! I know what I’m getting next😈

[@nicko500s]

I wonder if this would work on the 220 diesel engined cars? Although the intercoolers will probably be different. the intercooler looks good and l prefer that look but mighty car mods tested the theory that a black painted intercooler performed better than an unpainted one. Also those silicone hoses dont expand as much under boost as standard ones do, so boost pressure is not wasted by being used on bloating out the hoses. love how your car looks!

[@Engineer1GH]

Hi Flex, great video. I have a 2012 S550 bi turbo blue tech(not diesel). My entire radiator and fun needs replacement. Is there something like this for my?

[@ronaldszarkowski3524]

Thank you, very helpful content.

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@khaledkassem5936]

Nice bro like your videos , I have a question does there anyway to upgrade the ic for c300 2017 if there is which one do you prefer?

[@aidan4861]

where did you get the black pipes, on tornado tuning i only see the option for blue ones?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

From tornado tuning. You need to message then. Their contact info is in the description.

[@mccrimzick1791]

I know this is an old video but just want to know would it fit a 2013 w204 c200 18.l turbo model?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

You need to ask tornado tuning, the company who makes it. There’s no c200 models in the US so I don’t know your car and it’s design.

[@gehadalattar7186]

@@TheFlexxGarage it dose fit cuz the c250 has the same engine as the c200 cgi both are 1,8t 4 zilender but diffrent softeare and some other stuff that gives it a bit more horse power

[@dean167]

Hi mate, will I be able to put this in a 2016 c220d coupe w205 ?

[@6laKmagiKalligraffi]

Hi Flex, when you say all 4 cylinder turbo engines, I assume that includes the 1.6ltr C180? Also all the performance mods you do, I'll be able to do on my C180 coupe?, for instance, would i be able to quad tip it or is that a bit over the top for a 1.6ltr? Awsome channel mate, keep it up👌

[@patrykwolinski5520]

I started looking into bigger intercooler for my C204 and I have 1.6 turbo Mercedes with quad tip straight piped exhaust and it sounds amazing!

[@Roush2fast]

Hey Flexx , first , great videos and channel. Your content is informative and concise. I was wondering if you could please list your upgrades in order of personal preference based on a return to cost ratio. You can exclude exhaust. I am picking up a 2013 c250 this week and plan on getting started with the mods. Thanks in advance and keep it up.

[@asterixeoderix]

Men.. I really need ! DESSE Intercooler that you removed from your car. My mercedes Been Beaten And here Brazil does not have this Freckle. you sell ?

[@darrylphillips6301]

This should work for a 2014 CLA 250 right? Same turbo 4 cylinder I think

[@TheFlexxGarage]

No. Not same engine

[@giorgiodisciullo4353]

great and well done video.

[@Sm22aesthetics]

Is your front bumper aftermarket? Where can I get one like this?

[@CriticalManimal]

Have you put the car on a dyno yet to show some before and after numbers? I had swapped out the TMIC on my WRX for a FMIC and I definitely loss low end torque due to the loss of pressure to the turbo and the increase of turbo lag. Until I went fast enough for the larger intercooler to get enough pressure, I regretted doing it for a daily driver since I loss power on the lower end. Power at the mid and upper end were a beast though and helped press more air into the turbo (turbo boost cranked up to 16.7psi).

[@newtongsm]

CriticalManimal this Benz not a Subaru with the intercooler upgrade for Benz not only will lower torque increase but top end will also have. A improvement

[@27rocal]

One question bro, didn't u get any turbo lag or lag in throttle due to bigger size inter-cooler? Usually people say if you have a "bigger size cooler you get a lag" so I am kind of curious here. I do get where you said it pull at 40, 50, 60 since the bigger inter-cooler is doing it's job with cooling but I am talking about when or at lower rpm's throttle/turbo lag.

[@TheFlexxGarage]

There’s a sweet spot with increased intercooler size that doesn’t affect throttle/turbo. I didn’t experience any increase lag. Usually when you go really really big for an intercooler, then there’s a lag cause there’s to much area for air to travel before it goes into the throttle body and into the engine. I didn’t experience anything negative for this incooler.

[@27rocal]

@@TheFlexxGarage so ur saying with stock turbo and an increased cooler you think it's on the positive side? even at lower rpm? I wish you could do Tornado's w205 c300 mega size inter-cooler review. It's double size the stock version.

[@TheFlexxGarage]

No issues on my c250. Lower RPM stayed the same especially when I have a TT pedal tune that already helps with throttle lag. I will be installing the smaller of the 2 new intercooler from TT for the w205. The larger one is more for cars running a more aggressive tune. I’m running a stock tune so the smaller of the 2 intercooler will again be in the sweet spot. I could probably get away with the larger intercooler but I don’t wanna risk it. Doing the removal and install is a lot of work and I don’t want to have to do it twice or 3 times if the larger one shows any negative effects with the stock tune. I don’t race so I don’t wanna run an aggressive tune.

[@27rocal]

@@TheFlexxGarage perfect! hope to see the video soon!

[@Cilo_718]

Flex, I have a 2016 C300 4matic - if I had to do one modification to my car what would you recommend that be ?

[@sl0ii]

1-Cold Air aintake 2-Turbo Cahrge pipe 3-Donwpipe 4-tune 5-Intercooler 6-Oil catch can 7-Full Exhaust system if you still need more power 8-Big turbo

[@HansanaWimaladharma]

This would work on a 2012 Bluefficiency Avantgarde C250 right?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

It fits all c250 with the m271-evo engine.

[@OfficialGBCars]

Where you got that watch from Flexx?

[@AP77432]

Do you checked IAT temps before and after?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

I didn’t but tornado tuning did.

[@omaraguilar3956]

Hey I got with tornado tuning but the one they have is black is it gonna be the same thing ?

[@newtongsm]

Yes is same better quality made in Taiwan

[@adibsyahmi3734]

Nice mod man! Btw what bumpers do you use? Is it C63 ?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

it's the OEM C250 sport front bumper with an aftermarket carbon fiber splitter. There's a video of it on my youtube channel.

[@Everyone_loves_]

Man where did you get that watch that is icy.. I love watches you gotta share this info please! Awesome video !!!

[@ersensimtas4385]

Where can i find for my 2012 c180 1.6

[@marcozr3138]

please let me know how much did the temp drop thats the only reason why im intrested in getting one

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Contact tornado tuning. They dyno their cars with the intercooler installed n

[@omaraguilar3956]

Hey flex I looked on tornado tuning page and they have one but it’s black is it the same item just different color ?

[@Michalmichal-wc2em]

Can you share link for that IC ? Thx

[@TheFlexxGarage]

As mentioned in the video, look in the video description. There’s no link. You need to contact tornado tuning directly for it.

[@Michalmichal-wc2em]

@@TheFlexxGarage OK THX

[@ginaguarino3163]

How can I order the intercooler and the pipes. I have the same car and would definitely like to try this modification. How much is this? Thank you

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Look in video description. You need to contact tornado tuning.

[@CSGOPROS]

it works on w207 e250 cgi ?

[@mattnoblet6303]

I'm wondering the same thing

[@sl0ii]

It’s work in C300 W205 2018?

[@newtongsm]

Different intercoller making it soon p

[@BrunoSantos-ur6hs]

Hi what are the measures of intercooler please? I am looking for the same Thanks

[@TheFlexxGarage]

You need to contact tornado tuning and ask. I already installed mine so I can’t really measure it.

[@anymoustrend4074]

Hey Flexx nice video as always good work ! can I do this mode on my C220 CDI ? Thank you

[@newtongsm]

Anymous trend yes you can

[@DreamCrewOFFICIAL]

will this fit a c250 2012 sedan?

[@arcinvert]

yes

[@projenitor2387]

Any of these mods require fuel remap/dyno tuning?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

No

[@projenitor2387]

@@TheFlexxGarage Any ideas on the science behind it? My understanding when you change the amount of air the car is getting fuel needs to be remapped to match the air fuel ratio. I know cars can auto adjust; my previous education dictates the car has limits :) anything you could share on this before I embark on the journey you laid out I'd be greatful!

[@TheFlexxGarage]

An Intercooler doesn’t change the volume. It just makes it colder. And your car has sensors to accommodate the denser air. It’s the same as the car operating in super cold temps. The car can handle cold air. Unless you do something bigger like changing how the turbo works, then you’re playing with volume and pressure and will need a remap.

[@projenitor2387]

@@TheFlexxGarage i should have said in tandem with other upgrades you showed, boost controller, new turbo tubing, you've made an awesome list of upgrades!!! Just curious with all of it done have you had to visit a dyno:)

[@jayjay-wy1ss]

hey dude, can i add this on a 250 diesel?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Not sure. We don’t have diesels in the US and I don’t know their engines. You will need to message tornado tuning and ask them.

[@angeltraykovski341]

Hey did you find out about diesel, if is fitting?

[@100pyatt]

Good question it looks like it would fit

[@matthewarevalo1833]

Would this work on a 2018 class 250.?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

No.

[@michaels5848]

How much does this mod run?

[@gfromtha5624]

Dope bro

[@pedrochavez515]

Did you actually fell the difference in performance with the new intercooler

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Yes. The car pulls harder on the highway at higher rpms cause the air stays cooler before mixing with fuel to combust.

[@pedrochavez515]

Flexx Alexander thanks for the reply flex I went ahead and ordered one for my car

[@dicksonkosasih4738]

@@pedrochavez515 Sup bro. Did you buy the intercooler yet? Did you feel any difference?

[@MrShamikazi]

@@TheFlexxGarage but was there more turbo lag? ( at take off especially)

[@yousefasad1630]

Did your car come with that updated grill emblem?

[@Moose-y1f]

This is what u were talking about huh. Its fuckin insane!!

[@hadiTHEgreat87]

I'm looking after this kind of w204 chassis bcos I keen into getting 1. Ur background sound just remind me my other favorite KZbinr LegitStreetcar. He do much about the higher end of the spectrum for Merc n BMW. Btw, good video dude.

[@TheFlexxGarage]

except he's a real mercedes mechanic...and i'm not. I'm just a car fan that love's doing backyard mods to show/inspire any car enthusiast that they too can personalize their own car without advanced skills and expensive parts.

[@gusty4275]

Does anybody have a link for this?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

As mentioned in the video, look in the description on where to buy.

[@0meupai0]

hi, where can i order this intercooler?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

As mentioned in the video, all the info is in the video description.

[@darrylphillips6301]

Ya still have this ride man?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Long gone. There’s been 3 other cars on my KZbin since this car.

[@azwanrgx5293]

How to find the hose

[@azwanrgx5293]

Buy at online

[@r44kzp5]

Is your c250 petrol or diesel

[@TheFlexxGarage]

we don't have diesel in the US

[@r44kzp5]

@@TheFlexxGarage Thankx mate I have a diesel wanted to install blow off valve shown on one of your videos but was told you couldn't do it to a diesel.

[@stevenledesma6352]

I always thought intercoolers didn’t add hp it kept your motor from losing hp, and essentially the only cars that need upgraded intercoolers are high hp cars that run much hotter, a c250 makes little to no power I feel like an aftermarket intercoolers wouldn’t make much of a different if any

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Well that can’t be more wrong. It’s not about cooling down a hot engine. It’s about cooling down the air. Colder air is dense and makes more boom and makes more power. Doesn’t matter if a car barely makes power. If you pump colder air into the engine, it will make more power. It’s science.

[@scottklein9042]

You are right. The intercooler only cools the air that was heated while passing through the turbo. Any turbo car could benefit possibly from a larger intercooler depending on the size of the turbo. A larger intercooler will not add horsepower without also increasing boost and tuning the computer. The reason for this is because the stock turbo now has to compress the air in a larger space (larger intercooler) which results in turbo lag. While your intake temps will stay more consistent and be less affected so much from heat soak the larger intercooler alone is not going to drop intake temps so drastically that you will notice any difference while driving. Ask anyone who has experience tuning forced induction engines and they will tell you that an intercooler alone is not going to make even one more horsepower to the engine.

[@djsoviedo]

GENIO!!

[@Papolo2535]

Could I add this on my c300?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

A c300 doesn’t have a turbo engine.

[@MOMO-ou3kn]

nice video but the music is terribleeeeeeee

[@TheFlexxGarage]

You are commenting on a video from 5 years ago. Literally 1 year after I started on KZbin without a clue on how to make a good video. Lol.

[@jimmyss4120]

Wtf is all that paint ?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Dip overspray

[@jasonhorst9154]

dude get a power tool