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Old Nov 18, 2017 | 10:04 AM
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Jacking up w204 by rear diff

The front tires are rotated, and now I need to do the rear staggered wheels. I've always had fwd cars before so this is first time attempting to lift by the diff. Any suggestions or advice?
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Old Nov 18, 2017 | 10:14 AM
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I've done it using the rear diff before, just make sure to place your jackstands and not to rely on the rear diff to hold it up.
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Old Nov 18, 2017 | 11:51 AM
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Thank you, I went ahead and did that. Had to cut some little blocks of wood to fit into the recessed pocket. Also went ahead and ordered a pair of ESCO jack stands with the pivoting block-head. One more thing to buy!

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Old Nov 19, 2017 | 01:22 AM
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Hello. Do you have 18 " staggered setups.. What do you mean by rotation ? Did you rotate them from side to side ... I was under the impression that staggered wheels could not be rotated.
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Yes, side to side is the best I can do with staggered wheels (the tires are not directional). And, with it being AWD, whichever tires wear out first will trigger all 4 tires needing replaced. I'm realizing that staggered wheels on a 4matic can be an expensive option!
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