Will H&R C32 Specific Springs Lower an 05+ C230WZ?
10-27-2005, 01:23 AM
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Will H&R C32 Specific Springs Lower an 05+ C230WZ?
So, I also got a set of slightly used (3000 miles) H&R Springs made for the C32 AMG. Part number 29392. I'm contemplating whether I should buy the H&R Springs specific to my car or if I should just have these installed. I've called different places and I know they'll fit. However, the issue regarding the gap in the front wheel well is what's bothering me. Since I have STFF, I've found that all the C230 specific springs (from H&R and Eibach) have gaps in the front wheel well. I'm worried, and a few of the other places have noted that the front springs may be a problem b/c the spring rate and height was made for a heavier car.
But, one thing I thought of is that Renntech and Brabus both sell w203 springs with no specific car in mind. Are the spring rates on the H&R Springs that disparate?
Also, with the 05 and up suspension, will these springs not even make a difference to the ride height?
I refuse to cut coils, so I was thinking of just having these installed and seeing how they look, getting the H&R Springs, or just save up for Renntech springs...
Here are pics of the springs, they look pretty good to me still, but I wouldn't know how to look at them
But, one thing is, the bottoms of the middle springs look to be a little different from each other, is that normal?
But, one thing I thought of is that Renntech and Brabus both sell w203 springs with no specific car in mind. Are the spring rates on the H&R Springs that disparate?
Also, with the 05 and up suspension, will these springs not even make a difference to the ride height?
I refuse to cut coils, so I was thinking of just having these installed and seeing how they look, getting the H&R Springs, or just save up for Renntech springs...
Here are pics of the springs, they look pretty good to me still, but I wouldn't know how to look at them
But, one thing is, the bottoms of the middle springs look to be a little different from each other, is that normal?
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10-27-2005, 03:52 AM
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That spring set will have heavier spring rate compare to the ones for C240/320/230, but you can use them. The should lower the car about the same as what they do for the C32. It should be lower than the RENNtech springs.
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10-27-2005, 03:58 AM
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Originally Posted by FrankW
That spring set will have heavier spring rate compare to the ones for C240/320/230, but you can use them. The should lower the car about the same as what they do for the C32. It should be lower than the RENNtech springs.
thanks!
10-28-2005, 12:29 PM
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Originally Posted by FrankW
That spring set will have heavier spring rate compare to the ones for C240/320/230, but you can use them. The should lower the car about the same as what they do for the C32. It should be lower than the RENNtech springs.
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10-28-2005, 01:13 PM
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Phil, I'm gonna check in with TEIN today about the S-tech's.
As for the H&R's, I would sell them to somebody who's got a 240/320/32 and just get coilovers!...but that's just me. And/or, if the S-Tech's can be bought, but they just haven't updated the website, I'll let you know.
I'll hit you up on your cell later. You at Century City all day today?
As for the H&R's, I would sell them to somebody who's got a 240/320/32 and just get coilovers!...but that's just me. And/or, if the S-Tech's can be bought, but they just haven't updated the website, I'll let you know.
I'll hit you up on your cell later. You at Century City all day today?
10-28-2005, 06:53 PM
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Update, I just checked the H&R site and the applications guide (www.hrsprings.com) and these are for the C240 and C320.
Hence, they're on sale!
Check the classifieds!
https://mbworld.org/forums/classifieds/124903-h-r-sport-springs-c320-c240-w203.html
Hence, they're on sale!
Check the classifieds!
https://mbworld.org/forums/classifieds/124903-h-r-sport-springs-c320-c240-w203.html
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Originally Posted by nlpamg
Update, I just checked the H&R site and the applications guide (www.hrsprings.com) and these are for the C240 and C320.
Hence, they're on sale!
Check the classifieds!
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=124903
Hence, they're on sale!
Check the classifieds!
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=124903
Regardless, I think you'll be alright on the stock suspension for a little bit. And I'll find out about the S-techs as soon as Sergio (TEIN, USA) responds back to me.
10-28-2005, 07:44 PM
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Originally Posted by drexappeal
Good and wise choice, Phil (IMO). I've been having a hard time getting in touch with my rep over at TEIN. It's most likely because SEMA is this upcoming weekend.
Regardless, I think you'll be alright on the stock suspension for a little bit. And I'll find out about the S-techs as soon as Sergio (TEIN, USA) responds back to me.
Regardless, I think you'll be alright on the stock suspension for a little bit. And I'll find out about the S-techs as soon as Sergio (TEIN, USA) responds back to me.
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Originally Posted by nlpamg
You know what's funny, looking at the box, right below the bar code, it says for C240/C320... But, when you look at H&R's site, it says this is C32 specific...
You've actually bought the C240/320 springs. I'm not sure who told you that part number is for C32, but it's wrong.
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Originally Posted by FrankW
the part number for the H&R C32 springs is 52732.
You've actually bought the C240/320 springs. I'm not sure who told you that part number is for C32, but it's wrong.
You've actually bought the C240/320 springs. I'm not sure who told you that part number is for C32, but it's wrong.
does brabus make specific Lowering Springs for C32??
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wow this is an old thread and Phil still hasn't lowered the car
I wouldn't install them as the front weight is less. Sure it will be stiffer but the drop will suck if any. Most of the c classes i've seen running H&R springs are too high in the front not level with the rear. One of the deciding factors for me to purchase coilovers.
I wouldn't install them as the front weight is less. Sure it will be stiffer but the drop will suck if any. Most of the c classes i've seen running H&R springs are too high in the front not level with the rear. One of the deciding factors for me to purchase coilovers.
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04-10-2007, 01:43 PM
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wow this is an old thread and Phil still hasn't lowered the car
I wouldn't install them as the front weight is less. Sure it will be stiffer but the drop will suck if any. Most of the c classes i've seen running H&R springs are too high in the front not level with the rear. One of the deciding factors for me to purchase coilovers.
I wouldn't install them as the front weight is less. Sure it will be stiffer but the drop will suck if any. Most of the c classes i've seen running H&R springs are too high in the front not level with the rear. One of the deciding factors for me to purchase coilovers.
nope, and the car probably will never get lowered unless the stock shocks go out... 
04-10-2007, 01:45 PM
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where did you get them from? try to return them. otherwise sell them in classifieds or on eBay. I sold the set I had (which were used) for I think $120.
they aren't really going to lower a 2005+ unless you cut a coil and that's not too good...
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Great thread re-cap! Wow, the search actually does work...LOL...What a novel concept.
Anyways, H&R springs really would only benefit the luxury sedan owners, pre-2004.5 sport sedan owners, or coupe owners.
Anybody who has a 2004.5-Current sport sedan would be better off with coilovers. As far as I know, the only aftermarket springs that were developed off the updated sport sedan springs were the TEIN S-tech's.
The H&R springs were based off the luxury model springs on the 240/320.
Anyways, H&R springs really would only benefit the luxury sedan owners, pre-2004.5 sport sedan owners, or coupe owners.
Anybody who has a 2004.5-Current sport sedan would be better off with coilovers. As far as I know, the only aftermarket springs that were developed off the updated sport sedan springs were the TEIN S-tech's.
The H&R springs were based off the luxury model springs on the 240/320.
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Great thread re-cap! Wow, the search actually does work...LOL...What a novel concept.
Anyways, H&R springs really would only benefit the luxury sedan owners, pre-2004.5 sport sedan owners, or coupe owners.
Anybody who has a 2004.5-Current sport sedan would be better off with coilovers. As far as I know, the only aftermarket springs that were developed off the updated sport sedan springs were the TEIN S-tech's.
The H&R springs were based off the luxury model springs on the 240/320.
Anyways, H&R springs really would only benefit the luxury sedan owners, pre-2004.5 sport sedan owners, or coupe owners.
Anybody who has a 2004.5-Current sport sedan would be better off with coilovers. As far as I know, the only aftermarket springs that were developed off the updated sport sedan springs were the TEIN S-tech's.
The H&R springs were based off the luxury model springs on the 240/320.
That's why I decided to go with coilover. Was thinking about the spring, but after the research in this forum, coilover is the best option.
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Great thread re-cap! Wow, the search actually does work...LOL...What a novel concept.
Anyways, H&R springs really would only benefit the luxury sedan owners, pre-2004.5 sport sedan owners, or coupe owners.
Anybody who has a 2004.5-Current sport sedan would be better off with coilovers. As far as I know, the only aftermarket springs that were developed off the updated sport sedan springs were the TEIN S-tech's.
The H&R springs were based off the luxury model springs on the 240/320.
Anyways, H&R springs really would only benefit the luxury sedan owners, pre-2004.5 sport sedan owners, or coupe owners.
Anybody who has a 2004.5-Current sport sedan would be better off with coilovers. As far as I know, the only aftermarket springs that were developed off the updated sport sedan springs were the TEIN S-tech's.
The H&R springs were based off the luxury model springs on the 240/320.
Do u think tein S-techs would be better fot my car than H&R springs?
