Eibach vs HR vs vogtland
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Eibach vs HR vs vogtland
Im tryin to decide between eibach, hr and vogtland springs for my c43. Any feedback as far as drop and ride quality would be great. Also what shocks are best? MB or are there better aftermarket options out there?
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I used Vogtland when I had my W203 C32 and liked them a lot. They will give you a moderate drop with no compromise in ride quality. The Vogtlands are known to provide a raked appearance (lower in the front and a bit less in the back) than say H&Rs which lower the back of your car almost more than the front from what I've seen.....
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I used Vogtland when I had my W203 C32 and liked them a lot. They will give you a moderate drop with no compromise in ride quality. The Vogtlands are known to provide a raked appearance (lower in the front and a bit less in the back) than say H&Rs which lower the back of your car almost more than the front from what I've seen.....
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H & R Springs are the best!!!
In my opinion they are 
Why? Because I said so hee hee. No seriously, You'd be hard pressed to proof one is better than the next. I mean they're springs!! H & R springs are German Manufactured and they're pretty stiff. I don't know but everyone's taste is a bit different. Sorry I wasn't able to help you decide but I had to chime in and express my opinion. Good luck with your choice of springs 
Why? Because I said so hee hee. No seriously, You'd be hard pressed to proof one is better than the next. I mean they're springs!! H & R springs are German Manufactured and they're pretty stiff. I don't know but everyone's taste is a bit different. Sorry I wasn't able to help you decide but I had to chime in and express my opinion. Good luck with your choice of springs
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FWIW:
In my experience with H&R springs (on other, multiple cars, mind you, not the 202), they sag over time and are soft to begin with.
I have been happy with the Eibach springs I installed on the Mini, and decided to pick up a set for the Benz. Nice and firm. I haven't installed them yet though. I'm still on the fence as to what pads to purchase.
In my experience with H&R springs (on other, multiple cars, mind you, not the 202), they sag over time and are soft to begin with.
I have been happy with the Eibach springs I installed on the Mini, and decided to pick up a set for the Benz. Nice and firm. I haven't installed them yet though. I'm still on the fence as to what pads to purchase.
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FWIW:
In my experience with H&R springs (on other, multiple cars, mind you, not the 202), they sag over time and are soft to begin with.
I have been happy with the Eibach springs I installed on the Mini, and decided to pick up a set for the Benz. Nice and firm. I haven't installed them yet though. I'm still on the fence as to what pads to purchase.
In my experience with H&R springs (on other, multiple cars, mind you, not the 202), they sag over time and are soft to begin with.
I have been happy with the Eibach springs I installed on the Mini, and decided to pick up a set for the Benz. Nice and firm. I haven't installed them yet though. I'm still on the fence as to what pads to purchase.
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ok i have the same problem i'm looking at h&r and eibach springs for my w203 but don't know which one to go for, it seems everyone here says h&r. has anyone got pictures of a 203 with eibachs i'm not mad on the way h&r's leave the front high looking and i don't wanna cut the springs cheers
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H&R sport springs
no pads up front and #1 pads in the back
will add #2 pads in front and #4 in the back and see how it goes coz I think its a lil too low right now
to be honest, ride is not much more stiffer, sometimes I think its even smoother
Ill most likely be swapping the springs with vogtlands tho coz I heard they are just better springs
no pads up front and #1 pads in the back
will add #2 pads in front and #4 in the back and see how it goes coz I think its a lil too low right now
to be honest, ride is not much more stiffer, sometimes I think its even smoother
Ill most likely be swapping the springs with vogtlands tho coz I heard they are just better springs
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'98 AMG C43 / '70 Cougar
Finally installed my springs and shocks I went with the "Vogtland Suspension Kit" with #2 pads all corners. Love how it sits and ride "Yeeahh boieee"
Thanks to this thread and Trinitony...
Thanks to this thread and Trinitony...
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Funny I got made fun of for asking about vogtlands on this forum about 2 years ago.....experts
and yes, H&R's are self lowering over time. Its like a manual suspension ELM for the 202
I'd personally like to try KW's if they weren't so expensive.
and yes, H&R's are self lowering over time. Its like a manual suspension ELM for the 202
I'd personally like to try KW's if they weren't so expensive.
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Too true! My fronts have sagged more than an inch since their installation ~two years/25,000 miles ago.
Not quite sure what their ISO9001 and TÜV certifications are all about.
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Thanks Ricco Dang Man! is the correct words it felt like I needed step downs from my old stance The Vogtland kit gave the car a whole new look. I did a whole bunch of refresher on the C43 lately it's running like a champ again.
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Dang Man! is the correct words it felt like I needed step downs from my old stance The Vogtland kit gave the car a whole new look. I did a whole bunch of refresher on the C43 lately it's running like a champ again.R/R
LCA / Ball Joints / Tie End Rods / Spring&Shocks / K&N Filters / Fuel Filter / Service A / Plugs & Wire / Gaskets on Valve / Recently installed my Summer Rims....This is an expensive hobby
