lowering and shim#s
02-27-2010, 09:15 PM
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lowering and shim#s
ok guys gettin ready to pull the trigger on the lowering
Heres what i got 1999 C280 Sport
HR Sport 29749-2 springs
bilstein sport shocks F4-B36-1855 rear 54 front
18 in brabus 225-40-18 p zeros already on the car........
OK what shim #s do I need front and rear to give me that great look (NOT Slammed) dont want any rubbing.........I have no idea what # shims are on it now......
Thanx Jeff
Heres what i got 1999 C280 Sport
HR Sport 29749-2 springs
bilstein sport shocks F4-B36-1855 rear 54 front
18 in brabus 225-40-18 p zeros already on the car........
OK what shim #s do I need front and rear to give me that great look (NOT Slammed) dont want any rubbing.........I have no idea what # shims are on it now......
Thanx Jeff
02-27-2010, 10:29 PM
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check for the nubs on the shims. There are four sizes with corresponding nub count with #1 being the shortest. Check to see size at each corner when you pull them. Some cars have different sizes for adjustments made leaving the factory. Front to rear sets might sometimes be different. Not sure about left to right.
02-27-2010, 10:32 PM
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Don't forget about front camber bolts and new adjustable rear camber arms or bolts. It is necessary for proper wheel set up after you are down or plan on replacing tires every 8-10k miles.
02-27-2010, 11:30 PM
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were do I get the front camber bolts are my stock ones not adjustable AT all? as for the rear do I have to have these$see attachment $ are gettin tight? some guys are sayin ill be ok others say spend the extra money
