Finally! Got My C63 Grille Installed & Car Lowered
Took my car in to Garage 5 to have them install the Eibach Pro-Kit springs & C63 style Grille last Friday. Am quite happy with the outcome and the ride is still very comfortable.
The car came with the 4 dot rear spring shims (19mm), so I brought along the 9mm and 5mm shims, but it was not necessary after all. http://img354.imageshack.us/img354/9...0951mu7.th.jpg Here's another phoyo of the C63 style grille from Madracer. http://img361.imageshack.us/img361/2...0948ew5.th.jpg Hope you guys like it. :zoom: |
well ...no guy here but nevertheless i like i like :y
how much of a drop was it with the kit if i may ask ?? |
Originally Posted by omgitselaine
(Post 3038656)
well ...no guy here but nevertheless i like i like :y
how much of a drop was it with the kit if i may ask ?? It should settle a bit more in time. Having a 4-wheel alignment done next Friday. Next mod will be the CF door pillars. ;) Thanks for the compliment omgitselaine. :) |
Before & After Lowering Pictures
Photo or car before installing the Eibach Pro-Kit springs.
http://img162.imageshack.us/img162/7...2087ay6.th.jpg This is how the car looks now, after lowering. http://img354.imageshack.us/img354/9...0951mu7.th.jpg |
Very nice drop. Luckily you BC guys don't get that much snow and can go with springs versus a coilover setup.
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Originally Posted by benggolf
(Post 3038649)
Took my car in to Garage 5 to have them install the Eibach Pro-Kit springs & C63 style Grille last Friday. Am quite happy with the outcome and the ride is still very comfortable.
The car came with the 4 dot rear spring shims (19mm), so I brought along the 9mm and 5mm shims, but it was not necessary after all. http://img354.imageshack.us/img354/9...0951mu7.th.jpg Here's another phoyo of the C63 style grille from Madracer. http://img361.imageshack.us/img361/2...0948ew5.th.jpg Hope you guys like it. :zoom: I googled around but couldnt find any concrete evidence of performance/MPG increase, just saw how it really improves looks... Nice upgrade with the grill and lowering, looks sikk:y |
PS, how much did you get the Eibach kit for and where from
Thanks, looks great ryan |
looks great.
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Thanks for the compliment Ryan. Eibach springs or any suspension upgrade for that matter will improve the looks, handling & cornering of your car, but not your gas mileage.
An easy and economical way of increasing your MPG is to pump up your tires 5 to 10 PSI above the recommended tire pressures in the manual. Your ride will be stiffer, but increasing the tire pressure will lower rolling resistance, thus improving your gas mileage. Driving with a light foot certainly helps too. ;) Bought the Eibach springs from Tire Rack. Paid $243.00 for the set + $16.26 for shipping. |
Originally Posted by benggolf
(Post 3039438)
Thanks for the compliment Ryan. Eibach springs or any suspension upgrade for that matter will improve the looks, handling & cornering of your car, but not your gas mileage.
An easy and economical way of increasing your MPG is to pump up your tires 5 to 10 PSI above the recommended tire pressures in the manual. Your ride will be stiffer, but increasing the tire pressure will lower rolling resistance, thus improving your gas mileage. Driving with a light foot certainly helps too. ;) Bought the Eibach springs from Tire Rack. Paid $243.00 for the set + $16.26 for shipping. Why did you choose these over H & R springs? How much more expensive are they than H & R's? How much do they cost to get installed? Do lowering springs decrease MPG in any way, or mess with the drive train or gears? (since you are changing the way the car was designed to sit) Do they void warranty? Sorry for all the questions, just wanna find out some more details before I drop scrill for the order... |
Answers.........
Originally Posted by rb23lb
(Post 3039896)
Any scraping noticed yet???
Why did you choose these over H & R springs? How much more expensive are they than H & R's? How much do they cost to get installed? Do lowering springs decrease MPG in any way, or mess with the drive train or gears? (since you are changing the way the car was designed to sit) Do they void warranty? Sorry for all the questions, just wanna find out some more details before I drop scrill for the order... 2. I prefer Eibach Pro-Kit because of prior experience. They don't drop the car as much and maintain relatively the same level of comfort. For price difference, check the different websites; start with Tirerack.com 3. I was charged 4 hours labor by Garage 5. Their rate is $75/hour. 4. Lowering the car does not decrease fuel mileage. 5. It should not void the entire warranty of the car. MB can only reject any claim they can prove is caused directly as the result of the change to aftermarket springs. Not to worry as long as the installation is done by a qualified technician. If you decide to order the springs from Tire Rack, ask for Gus and tell him I referred him to you. He is a good guy and will give you exellent service. BTW, where are you located at rb23lb? Good luck. |
Originally Posted by benggolf
(Post 3038665)
Since the car came with OEM sports suspension, the drop was only +1/2" but it was all that I needed. :)
Mine are from Tirerack as well. Good price and reputation. |
Originally Posted by Derspeed
(Post 3040423)
Exactly what I have been saying.
Mine are from Tirerack as well. Good price and reputation. How long after before you had your wheel alignment checked? |
Originally Posted by benggolf
(Post 3040378)
3. I was charged 4 hours labor by Garage 5. Their rate is $75/hour.
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Originally Posted by Azn_C300
(Post 3040504)
4 hours?? :eek: shouldn't take more than 1 hour or so to swap out springs.
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Originally Posted by mb_horseshoe
(Post 3040527)
It should only take an hour but it might take multiple people...
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Originally Posted by benggolf
(Post 3040378)
1. No scrapping issues at all. You should not have any tire clearance issues as long as you are still using OEM wheels.
2. I prefer Eibach Pro-Kit because of prior experience. They don't drop the car as much and maintain relatively the same level of comfort. For price difference, check the different websites; start with Tirerack.com 3. I was charged 4 hours labor by Garage 5. Their rate is $75/hour. 4. Lowering the car does not decrease fuel mileage. 5. It should not void the entire warranty of the car. MB can only reject any claim they can prove is caused directly as the result of the change to aftermarket springs. Not to worry as long as the installation is done by a qualified technician. If you decide to order the springs from Tire Rack, ask for Gus and tell him I referred him to you. He is a good guy and will give you exellent service. BTW, where are you located at rb23lb? Good luck. |
Originally Posted by mb_horseshoe
(Post 3040527)
It should only take an hour but it might take multiple people...
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There were 2 mechanics and they were working carefully. Maybe I should clarify they charged me 4 man hours...including the R&I of grille. I was keeping an eye over their work.
I rather they worked carefully than do a half ass job scratching my bodywork and messing the suspension. Did check with the MB dealership beforehand and they quoted 4-5 man hours at a much higher hourly rate. :eek: |
Originally Posted by FrankW
(Post 3039437)
looks great.
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Originally Posted by benggolf
(Post 3040434)
Thanks for the advice, Derspeed. Am very happy with the drop I got.
How long after before you had your wheel alignment checked? |
benggolf Great mod!
the car looks very nice with the C63 Grille and low to the ground! |
Originally Posted by Derspeed
(Post 3041090)
I haven't had mine installed yet, but on all of my other cars, I had them aligned by the shop that did the install. Do it immediately.
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They really don't settle that much. Especially Eibachs. Many manufacturers block set their springs so they always maintain their height. They do it so the springs don't sag over time.
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Originally Posted by benggolf
(Post 3041097)
Personally, I would give it a week or so to settle down. I have a service appointment to do the alignment this coming Friday, September 12th. :)
makes me want to get eibach springs btw. got any pic of how high are the bumper off those parking stops? |
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