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Old 02-23-2003, 02:22 PM
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the slk exhaust is not met.....most of the item's reserves are not met...or are those the selling prices?
Old 02-23-2003, 02:27 PM
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the slk exhaust is not met.....most of the item's reserves are not met...or are those the selling prices?
You're right, it does have a reserve. Some of the items have reserves and some don't. The ones with no reserves all have higher starting bids.
Old 02-23-2003, 02:30 PM
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i don't think ppl can get the slk exhaust for less then 1grand
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Originally posted by vodc4
hi

from what i hear...brabus just use other manufacturers spring and put their names on it....but im not sure

but some also say brabus springs and any other tuner springs will be softer in ride than H&R,eibach and the kind...


although you change the srings u wont notice that much of a difference in a BEMZ....my bro and fren changed the springs but ride is still soft....

but its different case in BMW>...the ride is harsh stock..and even harsher with springs
Almost all tuners have other companies make their parts for them, and this is not limited to just springs. The ride stiffness will depend on the spring rates used by the manufacturer. I don't understand why you are trying to imply that the ride in a Bimmer is "stiff" I've owned an E36 before and the ride quality was excellent, before AND after installation of H&R sport springs. The ride on my brother's W202 stiffened up considerably after he got his H&R race springs. (I would consider this a good thing, you probably would not.)
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i have a 3-series sedan that is lowered with spring and the ride is quite harsh....and the spring is not cut
but i ride in my friend's w208 clk with springs that are CUT ....so i assume it should be much harsher .....try cutting your spring and u will notice that the ride will be harsh ..but it is not......its still smoother or the same as my sedan...
i dont know why...but i feel the clk is smooth...maybe different spring?

oh btw....BMW is known to hve a harsher ride than MB...
try comparing m3 to c32
or 330ci and c320

everyone can tell the bmw ride is harsher
Old 02-23-2003, 07:57 PM
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Originally posted by vodc4
i have a 3-series sedan that is lowered with spring and the ride is quite harsh....and the spring is not cut
but i ride in my friend's w208 clk with springs that are CUT ....so i assume it should be much harsher .....try cutting your spring and u will notice that the ride will be harsh ..but it is not......its still smoother or the same as my sedan...
i dont know why...but i feel the clk is smooth...maybe different spring?

oh btw....BMW is known to hve a harsher ride than MB...
try comparing m3 to c32
or 330ci and c320

everyone can tell the bmw ride is harsher
we all know that bmws suspension is firmer. like i said, due to spring rates. i dont really care if your friend w/ cut springs on his clk has a "smoother" ride than a e46 with stock springs. That is all personal preference. Are you trying to infer that having a "harsher" ride is in any way worst? BTW: I don't think "harsh" is a good word for what you are attempting to describe.
Old 02-23-2003, 08:15 PM
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to me...YES

i dont want to sacrifice ride quality for what mb is known for better handling....

its just personal preference

i dont care iwhat u prefer

but alijah is asking whether H&R will give a tougher ride....
so im just answeruing
Old 02-23-2003, 10:31 PM
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Re: Brabus Springs

Originally posted by .elijah.
I've noticed that the Brabus Springs on ebay from Brabus are pretty low in pricing. I was just wondering though compared to the H&R springs or any other brand, they claim that their's is the highest rated. I'm sure that others claim that too, but is that true? I don't know too many people who got those ones. However, the people with the H&R set don't complain. Does it really toughen up the ride a lot? How much does the springs void the warranty?
take the Eibach, H&R, Brabus, Vogtland or whatever springs, and add koni adjustable shocks on full soft and you will have a very nice ride. not harsh, not bounch
Old 02-24-2003, 05:41 AM
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But it's amazing how much better the car handles even with the stock shocks, just replacing springs and swaybars....
Total cost, less than $500.

I'd guess I can another year or 2 at least before I have to worry about shocks.
Old 03-10-2003, 02:57 PM
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3 month wait for BRABUS steering wheel!?!

Well I've been bored waiting for our Euro pimp to get bixenons, so I decided to go buy a tan/burlwood Brabus steering wheel I've had my eyes on @ F1. Apparently they'll have to "special" order it though and it will take 2-3 months because they don't have the tan color . What I would like to know is, does anybody on the forum have a shop that can attain this wheel quicker?? Or is this like a normal wait time?? I put the order in anyways, but I would like the info so I can "rush" them. Thanks ahead for any feedback.
Old 03-10-2003, 04:26 PM
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some slow@$$diesels
...you could have had an OEM MB (new) tan leather/wood steering wheel within 2 weeks...but it probably hasn't enough wood...

bi xenons...patience...

greetingz,
Old 03-10-2003, 04:33 PM
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Did you call Brabus directly? Price is the same everywhere, so you don't have to worry about that.

They'd know if there's a wait time or not. I'd do that - I called one day, and had mine shipped same day. Of course, that was a std. charcoal version, so they might have more stock in that.
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It is absolutey untrue that this delay is due to a "special order". That is a cover story. In reality, Brabus is doing a backround investigation on you to insure that you are worthy to purchase a Brabus item.
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Originally posted by Lynn
It is absolutey untrue that this delay is due to a "special order". That is a cover story. In reality, Brabus is doing a backround investigation on you to insure that you are worthy to purchase a Brabus item.
Lol are you serious?
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Lol are you serious?
I doubt that you have a need to know that information.
Old 03-10-2003, 11:11 PM
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Another attempt by Lynn to be humorous.

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Are you two trying to out humor each other this week?
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You guys are too funny
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Enrique,

I've got good news for you! Call me tomorrow, I can have your steering wheel in a couple weeks
Old 03-11-2003, 03:13 AM
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It's funny 'cuz I just emailed you. Ok I'll give you a call...Thanks!
Old 04-05-2003, 11:33 AM
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Talking BRABUS Back

yay i finally got my back bumper now im just waiting for my exhust to come in...also Brabus and may exterior will finally be completed.... waited for this for a while...
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Old 04-05-2003, 07:05 PM
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congrats...time for some exaust
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Looks good Jim, still selling your rims?
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Nice car. Now it needs some big exhaust tips coming out that thing!!


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