Shorter front springs on Euro-spec vs. US-spec?!
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Shorter front springs on Euro-spec vs. US-spec?!
Rather than starting this in the "How do I get this to work?!" thread, where I read it, I'll ask here. Is it true that Euro-spec W203's have shorter front springs? Are the shocks the same? One thing I don't like about then look of my sedan is the large gap between the tire and fender. I have considered getting lower springs, but have been concerned about changing the handling and ride, which I'm happy with. I assume the Euro springs have the same spring-rate, or whatever would make them identical to the US spings except for the height? How much lower are they?
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Jim
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Jim
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2002 C230 Coupe Black/Charcoal C5 C7 Auto
Didnt know the 240 was like that too. I see the same issue on my coupe where the front has about 3+ finger gap but the rear has nice 2 snug finger gap. I got rid of my A4 b/c after doing shocks/spring the susp. was screwed up beyond help so i'm really affraid of doing any aftrmkt spring/shocks. but if there are Euro MB springs for front that'll close the gap better I'm interested. Also does your C240 have sport pkg?
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This is what I found on the MB of Europe website.
Copied from one of their pages...sorry to infringe on their copywrite laws.
"The chassis. Because not all roads are the same
The chassis of the new C-Class has been designed for comfort, without compromising spontaneity and agility. And for people who want even more of those last two, we offer a sports chassis with firmer suspension and damping characteristics. The body is lowered by 15 mm and the handling is even more dynamic. "
So, if you get the sport package - you do get shorter springs. But, I think the Classic and Elegance versions are still the same ride height. It is only the Advantgarde or Sports package that offers lower springs - in Europe.
Copied from one of their pages...sorry to infringe on their copywrite laws.
"The chassis. Because not all roads are the same
The chassis of the new C-Class has been designed for comfort, without compromising spontaneity and agility. And for people who want even more of those last two, we offer a sports chassis with firmer suspension and damping characteristics. The body is lowered by 15 mm and the handling is even more dynamic. "
So, if you get the sport package - you do get shorter springs. But, I think the Classic and Elegance versions are still the same ride height. It is only the Advantgarde or Sports package that offers lower springs - in Europe.
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I went through this about a month ago with the coupe and emailed several of our European members. It turns out that it's the same or within a 1 cm of mine (pre-Eibach). It didn't matter that one had the evolution package or one was a C200K vs. a C230K. That's why I gave up on that idea and got the Eibachs, a 3/4" moderate drop but with my 16" wheels that's all I wanted.
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2002 C230K, Auto, etc.
spring height
From what I've read if you have the US C230K the spring height is lower than the C230 or C320. In addition you get a larger front sway bar.
Seems I read that in the ads somewhere.
Enjoy the ride............
Seems I read that in the ads somewhere.
Enjoy the ride............
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Originally posted by tberry
Didnt know the 240 was like that too. I see the same issue on my coupe where the front has about 3+ finger gap but the rear has nice 2 snug finger gap.
Didnt know the 240 was like that too. I see the same issue on my coupe where the front has about 3+ finger gap but the rear has nice 2 snug finger gap.
Cheers, BT