H&R sports springs for 2006 C55
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H&R sports springs for 2006 C55
Hi Everyone,
I have read all related threads on this topic in this forum. It appears H&R sports springs is best cost-wise. I am doing this purely to minimize the front gap, rear drop is actually perfect for my taste.
I have 52K miles, car is completely stock and daily driver, no suspension issues. I can only afford the springs for now.
I would like to know from other C55 drivers how long before they had to replace shocks as a result of the extra stress the H&R springs put on the shocks. I was advised the shocks will wear much out much faster.
Would I be better off saving for coilovers later?
Thanks in advance. I learn a lot from you guys everyday.
I have read all related threads on this topic in this forum. It appears H&R sports springs is best cost-wise. I am doing this purely to minimize the front gap, rear drop is actually perfect for my taste.
I have 52K miles, car is completely stock and daily driver, no suspension issues. I can only afford the springs for now.
I would like to know from other C55 drivers how long before they had to replace shocks as a result of the extra stress the H&R springs put on the shocks. I was advised the shocks will wear much out much faster.
Would I be better off saving for coilovers later?
Thanks in advance. I learn a lot from you guys everyday.
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Hi Everyone,
I have read all related threads on this topic in this forum. It appears H&R sports springs is best cost-wise. I am doing this purely to minimize the front gap, rear drop is actually perfect for my taste.
I have 52K miles, car is completely stock and daily driver, no suspension issues. I can only afford the springs for now.
I would like to know from other C55 drivers how long before they had to replace shocks as a result of the extra stress the H&R springs put on the shocks. I was advised the shocks will wear much out much faster.
Would I be better off saving for coilovers later?
Thanks in advance. I learn a lot from you guys everyday.
I have read all related threads on this topic in this forum. It appears H&R sports springs is best cost-wise. I am doing this purely to minimize the front gap, rear drop is actually perfect for my taste.
I have 52K miles, car is completely stock and daily driver, no suspension issues. I can only afford the springs for now.
I would like to know from other C55 drivers how long before they had to replace shocks as a result of the extra stress the H&R springs put on the shocks. I was advised the shocks will wear much out much faster.
Would I be better off saving for coilovers later?
Thanks in advance. I learn a lot from you guys everyday.
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2002 C32 AMG
Hi Everyone,
I have read all related threads on this topic in this forum. It appears H&R sports springs is best cost-wise. I am doing this purely to minimize the front gap, rear drop is actually perfect for my taste.
I have 52K miles, car is completely stock and daily driver, no suspension issues. I can only afford the springs for now.
I would like to know from other C55 drivers how long before they had to replace shocks as a result of the extra stress the H&R springs put on the shocks. I was advised the shocks will wear much out much faster.
Would I be better off saving for coilovers later?
Thanks in advance. I learn a lot from you guys everyday.
I have read all related threads on this topic in this forum. It appears H&R sports springs is best cost-wise. I am doing this purely to minimize the front gap, rear drop is actually perfect for my taste.
I have 52K miles, car is completely stock and daily driver, no suspension issues. I can only afford the springs for now.
I would like to know from other C55 drivers how long before they had to replace shocks as a result of the extra stress the H&R springs put on the shocks. I was advised the shocks will wear much out much faster.
Would I be better off saving for coilovers later?
Thanks in advance. I learn a lot from you guys everyday.
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From the info I've gathered on this forum, apparently the C55 dampers are stiffer than the aftermarket alternatives, eg. Bilstein/koni. I'm currently using the C55 dampers and springs on the my C32. The H&R springs aren't the best option for our AMG cars as they share the same H&R springs as the standard W203 models. There are problems with the suspension bottoming out in the front because of the lack of spring travel and the increased weight up front in our cars. I had C55 dampers and H&R springs ready to install. However, after doing some research found out that it was a bad combo. Just keep your current stock setup and save up for coilovers.
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Hi Everyone,
I have read all related threads on this topic in this forum. It appears H&R sports springs is best cost-wise. I am doing this purely to minimize the front gap, rear drop is actually perfect for my taste.
I have 52K miles, car is completely stock and daily driver, no suspension issues. I can only afford the springs for now.
I would like to know from other C55 drivers how long before they had to replace shocks as a result of the extra stress the H&R springs put on the shocks. I was advised the shocks will wear much out much faster.
Would I be better off saving for coilovers later?
Thanks in advance. I learn a lot from you guys everyday.
I have read all related threads on this topic in this forum. It appears H&R sports springs is best cost-wise. I am doing this purely to minimize the front gap, rear drop is actually perfect for my taste.
I have 52K miles, car is completely stock and daily driver, no suspension issues. I can only afford the springs for now.
I would like to know from other C55 drivers how long before they had to replace shocks as a result of the extra stress the H&R springs put on the shocks. I was advised the shocks will wear much out much faster.
Would I be better off saving for coilovers later?
Thanks in advance. I learn a lot from you guys everyday.
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Hi Everyone,
I have read all related threads on this topic in this forum. It appears H&R sports springs is best cost-wise. I am doing this purely to minimize the front gap, rear drop is actually perfect for my taste.
I have 52K miles, car is completely stock and daily driver, no suspension issues. I can only afford the springs for now.
I would like to know from other C55 drivers how long before they had to replace shocks as a result of the extra stress the H&R springs put on the shocks. I was advised the shocks will wear much out much faster.
Would I be better off saving for coilovers later?
Thanks in advance. I learn a lot from you guys everyday.
I have read all related threads on this topic in this forum. It appears H&R sports springs is best cost-wise. I am doing this purely to minimize the front gap, rear drop is actually perfect for my taste.
I have 52K miles, car is completely stock and daily driver, no suspension issues. I can only afford the springs for now.
I would like to know from other C55 drivers how long before they had to replace shocks as a result of the extra stress the H&R springs put on the shocks. I was advised the shocks will wear much out much faster.
Would I be better off saving for coilovers later?
Thanks in advance. I learn a lot from you guys everyday.
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I had 285's on the rear and can tell you do not do this unless you wanna rub EVERYWHERE you go even if you're sitting by yourself lol.