New upgrades with pics
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98 c43
New upgrades with pics
Finally got around to putting pics up. Mods so far are suspension, s600 black grill, flat emblem, debadged rear, clear corners, 18x9 and 18x10 RSK5 Lorinsers.
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Thank you guys very much for the comments. I bought the rims about 2 months ago or so in all chrome (barf), and had the centers stripped. Repainted them the new McLaren SLR 722 grey color. The caps are $125 each 
. I am in the middle or having a set made. I am pleased with the way the car came out.
Just need to put a light tint on the windows and want to lower 1 - 1.5" more. Any suggestions on how to do this. Removing the pads???
. I am in the middle or having a set made. I am pleased with the way the car came out. Just need to put a light tint on the windows and want to lower 1 - 1.5" more. Any suggestions on how to do this. Removing the pads???
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that may be able to get u at least half an inch. my c36 seems to have the thickest pads as it fender gaps look like those on an suv sometimes
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I think the car looks phenomenal, esp once you get the centercaps done (pricey). If you lower it anymore it'll just look like a sixteen-year old owns it...just my opinion. Some just can't leave well enough alone....
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Thanks for the thoughts guys. Staple, I have a SERIOUS problem with leaving things alone. I bought this car 2 months ago and already the bug is starting. I told myself, yeah buy an AMG and I will keep it stock. That didnt last long. And I already have the boost bug in my system from my last car so the idea of boosting this one is in mind.
Thanks again for the comments guys.
Thanks again for the comments guys.
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The car looks great! Don't listen to these old timers..lower it a good 2" more 
If you do H&R springs with #1 pads, I think you will get the look you're going for. what size tires are you running? I will soon have 19 * 9.5s up front, so it's good to see others going above and beyond the usual 8.5...
If you do H&R springs with #1 pads, I think you will get the look you're going for. what size tires are you running? I will soon have 19 * 9.5s up front, so it's good to see others going above and beyond the usual 8.5...
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OC I have to check the pad situation. I am new to MB's so I am learning as I am going. Rims are 18x9 in front with 225x40x18 and the rears are 18x10 245x35x18. I decided to stretch the tires a little bit so I would have no rubbing issues at all. Plus I like the look of stretched rubber.
Staple I will def post pics once the caps are on. Just have to figure out what bank to rob first so I can afford them. lol
Staple I will def post pics once the caps are on. Just have to figure out what bank to rob first so I can afford them. lol
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E55 it is the Ebay special. Think it was 125. Not too happy with the quality on the paint, I will end up redoing it next year. Says powder coated... looks like black spray paint to me
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and trust me, I know all about stretched tires...my new wheels that are coming (Brabus Mono Vs) are going to be a 19 * 9.5 with a 225/35 and a 19 * 10 with a 245/35 
