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Old 01-15-2004, 08:01 PM
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Spring Pad System

While this may seem like a stupid question, can someone explain the whole Mercedes pad system for the springs? Is there a way to lower the car with just the pads, or is it just for fine-tuning a lowered car?
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#5 pad max fron
#4 pad max rear

5 thickest
1 thinnest

u can ower car 1/2 inch with pad

depends on car u get some come with #1 pads some come with #4 pads.
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Anyone know how much a set cost?
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8 bux a pad x 4 = $32 + tax
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TP may not be able to type but he sure does know his math.
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Originally Posted by DougandhisC280
TP may not be able to type but he sure does know his math.
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hey tp do you still do suspension work?

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