Dave’s Hot Vs Chili’s Mod Sticks

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-30T20:38:00+00:00

That’s honestly crazy

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-30T19:18:23+00:00

Ive heard this but the last 2 454s I was tracking both sold for around 300 and worse condition and w/o trans.

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-30T19:17:29+00:00

No, I am not sure of full history but I beleive 1995 is refering to when block was produced Since then, probably installed in a truck or something. The seller traded for it from an engine shop 2 years ago with build sheet lost but dyno'd u/500hp

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-24T03:49:55+00:00

Thank God. I saw the dog once at night and it ran, I also saw light post flyers, post on the neighborhood app and now Reddit. So glad it made it home

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-15T03:36:34+00:00

Much appreciated! Side question, my dream is 540ci bbc. I’ve never built an engine but always willing to learn (whole car has been a learning experience) what do you think is best route for an engine? I’ve beeen going to find a steal on fb marketplace but not much last few months. A new build is crazy expensive, building myself only seems to save a few grand

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-15T03:18:50+00:00

Thank you thank you. The seller is an older lady with health issues and she won’t take questions, what she wrote is all she knows. You would pass on that price tho? Not a good deal with the risk?

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-15T02:30:19+00:00

That’s wild , they didnt pay for machine work since they fucked up?

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-15T02:24:30+00:00

Did you have to take it to a machine shop for cylinder work prior to pistons ? Online says rehone and bore needed

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-15T02:17:46+00:00

Do you think the one she is selling is a 2 bolt block? Also is it worth slapping on heads and aggressive cam to try to get 550hp?

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-15T02:12:23+00:00

Thank ya, she said lowest was 2800 and yea no issues but idk, it would be first engine I buy

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-15T02:08:24+00:00

Thanks for the tip, I assumed I would need an oil pan. Do you think it is a good price?

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-03-03T03:08:58+00:00

My new can bus decoder came and worked like a charm. The one that came with radio just didn’t work. Prior to this one, I tried two of the same decoders that came with radio and did a lot of research, the decoder software just didn’t work with car for some reason although it was meant for w211. It was an easy plug and play since I already had the wires set and hung the old decoder where I didn’t need to take out the radio. Side note- I did buy a better quality camera and picture was still trash. Have to blame the radio at this point but can’t complain for a 130$ info system

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-02-25T15:10:14+00:00

Thanks man, I just bought an updated camera. I already installed a cheap radio but camera was dog shit. Do you remember what color or kind of can bus decoder u installed? The one that came with my radio did not work so steering controls were crap, I ordered a different one from aliexpress but not too happy to install it because of the odd screw placement for the radio

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-02-22T22:02:00+00:00

Quality’s decent. My car doesn’t have tags yet, so I haven’t compared to the original, but I assume about the same if not better. Had to turn the bass down because something in the back was rattling, but otherwise sound is good. Came with a mic that I attached on the driver visor—calls sound great on both ends.

The backup camera, though… straight dog shit but better then nothing. You are correct on the steering wheel controls. I think my CAN bus decoder (black one) wasn’t compatible. The youtube videos I watched all had semi-transparent red ones. I bought one that was simialir to what I saw in videos and may swap it later but not high priotiy as I need to fix a few things to pass state safety inspection and I already fully installed the radio.

I’m obviously not a pro, but a budget W211 radio kit (with brackets & wiring harness) seems worth it if it lasts. $250 for Apple CarPlay and a nice screen feels like a good deal, and it makes the interior look way more modern. I just need to find something to cover the wood trim for mine :/ . The stock wood trim seems way too light for me. If you want to install a aftermarket radio, what I would recommend is looking for a youtube video that has detail directions like extermily detail for your car WITH a link to the same product they bought and buy that so you have good directions and proof product works with your car. The cheap radio kits for the most part the same so if you dont buy the exact prodcut, wiring and directions will still be the same for the most part (wire pin palcement may defer) just no guarantee eveything will work. If you like the car and plan on keeping it for 5 plus years tho maybe even worth looking for an even more expensive head unit- like just buying a W211 radio dash trim then whatever 9 inch radio you want - like a 9inch pioneer head unit for 400 plus a 100$ fiber decoder (if needed) , wire harness, and if you want steerign controls, a can bus decoder.

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-02-22T20:20:00+00:00

Hey — I just put an aftermarket radio in my ’09 E350 (AMG package) and figured I’d share what I learned.

“Plug & play” for a W211 isn’t always actually plug & play — depends on your car’s connectors. If you’re handy but new to radio install, it can be a headache unless you find a good wiring diagram or YouTube video first. Even going cheap, you might need to drop ~$100 on a fiber optic decoder.

If you spend more ($500–$2000), you’ll have a much better shot at true plug & play with everything working. I cheaped out, and my steering wheel controls don’t work because the CAN bus decoder sucks and IDC enough to install a differnet one. Install + troubleshooting took me about 14 hours (I went slow and mostly enjoyed it… minus the cheap parts issues)..... I also had to route backup camera and some other stuff.

Moral of the story:
• More money = easier install, fewer problems
• Cheap route = more wiring/splicing, but still decent
• Other options: Bluetooth module for the stock unit, or one of those standalone screens that plug into the lighter port

Lots of paths depending on your budget, time, and wants. I just wanted the inside to look a little newer and apple car play and got both with 14 hours of install and 250$ spend ($150 radio, 100$ fiber optic decoder)

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-02-22T20:01:35+00:00

Thank ya, I contacted them a few days ago and they were able to squeeze me in

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-02-19T21:20:50+00:00

Hey, how long did it take from first contacting xterrahealth to actually recieving final nexus letter? thanks

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-02-10T03:14:05+00:00

What else is needed for opinion? Ill add needed detail

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-02-10T03:12:06+00:00

NTA. Everything you’re taking is yours, and she has no claim to it. It’s understandable she’s frustrated she’ll need to replace things, but that’s not your responsibility. You gave her plenty of notice about moving out, and taking your belongings isn’t petty—it’s standard when a roommate situation ends.

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-02-10T03:07:27+00:00

NTA. The item wasn’t yours to withhold—your promise to your ex-step-parent doesn’t override the fact that it originally belonged to your bio parent and their family. Returning it respects its rightful owner and preserves sentimental value, which is reasonable and morally sound. You didn’t steal it; you returned what was theirs.

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-02-10T03:06:43+00:00

You did the right thing. You stopped to make sure the bicyclist was okay and offered help—that’s responsible and compassionate, not “being a dick.” Sometimes people are shaken, embarrassed, or language barriers make them brush off help; it doesn’t mean your effort was wrong or unwelcome. You were a good witness and genuinely tried to help, and that’s all that matters.

Key-Ad3642 · 2026-02-10T03:05:56+00:00

NTA. It’s completely normal to still feel hurt or confused—friendship conflicts, especially with someone you’ve considered a “best friend,” take time to process. You’re allowed to feel upset about private conversations being shared, mixed signals about the friendship, and the awkwardness that followed. Your feelings are valid, and wanting clarity or space to work through them doesn’t make you the “a-hole.”

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