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Old Aug 13, 2003 | 09:56 PM
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best drop options

HI there i want to drop my C230K with the H&R springs they say that they lower on average 1,4 and 1,3 inch's depending on the options. In my case i have the most basic c230K 2002 model. Could someone confirm those drop figures?

Also i talked to my MB dealer and he said i had to change my Shocks as well. Is that true? and which is the best Aftermarket shocks quality/price wise.

And if any of you have picture of your ride with a drop setup ide love to see it. blackbeard700@hotmail.com is my email. Thank you!
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Old Aug 13, 2003 | 11:22 PM
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you should get a hr cupkit or coilovers if you can afford it.

im not sure on figures but the cupkit is a pretty nice drop
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Old Aug 14, 2003 | 12:08 AM
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H&R cupkit is the perfect drop for the coupe, but it is very stock like in the ride/handling.
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Old Aug 14, 2003 | 11:06 AM
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thats exactly what i`m looking for cause i don`t want to drop and get worst handling then stock. What comes with the cupkit? springs, shocks, ???.....

And how much do they go for?

Thanks
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Old Aug 14, 2003 | 11:40 AM
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The cupkit is a matching spring and shock combo... usually run in the range of $650-750 for a set...
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Old Aug 14, 2003 | 03:28 PM
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how come i don`t see it on H&R`s web site?
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Old Aug 14, 2003 | 03:47 PM
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You have a coupe? If you have a coupe the cupkit will not be listed for that model type... but you can install the cupkit thats listed for the 4 door sedan model... It will fit... Part # 29367-1
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Stage Chassis / Drivetrain Notes Approx. Front Lowering Approx. Rear Lowering Part Number Sug. Retail Photo
Sport Spring W203 8 1.4 1.3 29392 $ 359.00 Kit
Cup Kit W203 2.0 1.4 31004-1 $ 949.00 Kit
Coil Over W203 13 1.2 - 2.2 1.0 - 2.0 29367-1 $ 1,480.00 Kit


The part number you gave me is for the coilovers, i'm guessing you meant to give me the part number for the cupkit right?
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Originally posted by blackbeard700
Suspension
Stage Chassis / Drivetrain Notes Approx. Front Lowering Approx. Rear Lowering Part Number Sug. Retail Photo
Sport Spring W203 8 1.4 1.3 29392 $ 359.00 Kit
Cup Kit W203 2.0 1.4 31004-1 $ 949.00 Kit
Coil Over W203 13 1.2 - 2.2 1.0 - 2.0 29367-1 $ 1,480.00 Kit


The part number you gave me is for the coilovers, i'm guessing you meant to give me the part number for the cupkit right?

oops my bad... I meant to give you the part # for the cup kit...
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