Vogtland suspension "kit"
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99 C43 AMG, 2001 CLK55 AMG
Vogtland suspension "kit"
hey guys,
have done a fair amount of shock/spring research on here and found some discussion between the bilstein part #'s and various springs, but i haven't seen anyone mention this shock/spring kit from vogtland:
http://www.vogtland-na.com/sportsuspension.asp
is there a reason that no one seems to be running this setup?
thanks for any feedback.
have done a fair amount of shock/spring research on here and found some discussion between the bilstein part #'s and various springs, but i haven't seen anyone mention this shock/spring kit from vogtland:
http://www.vogtland-na.com/sportsuspension.asp
is there a reason that no one seems to be running this setup?
thanks for any feedback.
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1999 C43, 2008 P30 E63, 2014 SQ5, 2024 Model Y Performance
hey guys,
have done a fair amount of shock/spring research on here and found some discussion between the bilstein part #'s and various springs, but i haven't seen anyone mention this shock/spring kit from vogtland:
http://www.vogtland-na.com/sportsuspension.asp
is there a reason that no one seems to be running this setup?
thanks for any feedback.
have done a fair amount of shock/spring research on here and found some discussion between the bilstein part #'s and various springs, but i haven't seen anyone mention this shock/spring kit from vogtland:
http://www.vogtland-na.com/sportsuspension.asp
is there a reason that no one seems to be running this setup?
thanks for any feedback.
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2006 E55 AMG/1996 C36 AMG/1999 C43/55 AMG/2021 Toyota Tundra Crew Max TRD Sport Premium
hey guys,
have done a fair amount of shock/spring research on here and found some discussion between the bilstein part #'s and various springs, but i haven't seen anyone mention this shock/spring kit from vogtland:
http://www.vogtland-na.com/sportsuspension.asp
is there a reason that no one seems to be running this setup?
thanks for any feedback.
have done a fair amount of shock/spring research on here and found some discussion between the bilstein part #'s and various springs, but i haven't seen anyone mention this shock/spring kit from vogtland:
http://www.vogtland-na.com/sportsuspension.asp
is there a reason that no one seems to be running this setup?
thanks for any feedback.
Cheers
Last edited by nkctb7; Jul 23, 2012 at 11:35 PM.
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1995 C36 AMG, 1998 C43 AMG
If you look into the right kit for the C43 it is a non adjustable kit and paired with Bilstein shocks. The adjustable kit that is offered is paired with Koni shocks but is not for the C43. It varies by vehicle make and model. The Billy's are black and the Koni's are yellow. The junior and cup kit applications for the C43 are both non adjustable. Hope that helps.
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Thanks for the feedback, I thought that maybe they were actual vogtland shocks. So it seems like this would be a good kit? From what I've read on the forum vogtland is a trusted name and would not be using shocks that don't perform well with their springs.
I can always give them a call when I'm closer to purchasing.
I can always give them a call when I'm closer to purchasing.
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Thanks for the feedback, I thought that maybe they were actual vogtland shocks. So it seems like this would be a good kit? From what I've read on the forum vogtland is a trusted name and would not be using shocks that don't perform well with their springs.
I can always give them a call when I'm closer to purchasing.
I can always give them a call when I'm closer to purchasing.
I purchased my first set of Vogtlands long before many even heard of them. I was extremely impressed with the quality and ride. You will not find a better coil PERIOD.
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Hi NKCTB
I need to replace my shocks & will do springs also. Since you are very pleased with the Vogtlands tell me how much drop you got & what shocks did you go with. The Billy Sports seem to be the most popular. I don't want to go with a harsher ride than what I have now.
I need to replace my shocks & will do springs also. Since you are very pleased with the Vogtlands tell me how much drop you got & what shocks did you go with. The Billy Sports seem to be the most popular. I don't want to go with a harsher ride than what I have now.
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Hi NKCTB
I need to replace my shocks & will do springs also. Since you are very pleased with the Vogtlands tell me how much drop you got & what shocks did you go with. The Billy Sports seem to be the most popular. I don't want to go with a harsher ride than what I have now.
I need to replace my shocks & will do springs also. Since you are very pleased with the Vogtlands tell me how much drop you got & what shocks did you go with. The Billy Sports seem to be the most popular. I don't want to go with a harsher ride than what I have now.
The ride is very firm
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Hi NKCTB
I need to replace my shocks & will do springs also. Since you are very pleased with the Vogtlands tell me how much drop you got & what shocks did you go with. The Billy Sports seem to be the most popular. I don't want to go with a harsher ride than what I have now.
I need to replace my shocks & will do springs also. Since you are very pleased with the Vogtlands tell me how much drop you got & what shocks did you go with. The Billy Sports seem to be the most popular. I don't want to go with a harsher ride than what I have now.
I just purchased #5 pads for the front and #4 pads for the rear to run with Vogtland sport springs for my '99 C43. I am still debating on the shocks but am leaning towards the Koni's again as I like the adjustable option of changing the firmness of the ride. I also know what to expect with Koni's as I keep hearing that the Billy's are pretty firm. Like yourself, I wanted to avoid having a harsh ride and I'm positive that you will like the Vogtland/Koni setup just as I do. I can't say enough of just how impressive that combo is. Hope this helps you make your decision.
Cheers
Last edited by nkctb7; Aug 5, 2012 at 10:37 PM.
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Thanks for all the info---
Been searching for the Koni adjustables, not finding anything for c43. Are you using a clk application? Where can you buy the sports and do you have parts numbers?
Thanks again.
Been searching for the Koni adjustables, not finding anything for c43. Are you using a clk application? Where can you buy the sports and do you have parts numbers?
Thanks again.
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http://www.tirerack.com/suspension/S...7&autoModClar=
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There is no application for the C43 but they are available for the C36. Here's the link for the best prices.
http://www.tirerack.com/suspension/S...7&autoModClar=
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http://www.tirerack.com/suspension/S...7&autoModClar=
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Both Bilstein and Koni must make specially designed and specifically tuned shocks to run in conjunction with the Vogtland kits. The Vogtland name is then stamped on them. Just like the stock Billy's have the Mercedes logo on them. It's really the best of all worlds for the shock and spring manufacturers as their sales increase across the board.
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I ended up with just under a 3" drop in the front and 2.5" in the rear. My mistake was going with #1 pads all around as it was far too low for everyday driving. I was running Koni yellow sport adjustables and was completely happy with the ride but it was a little too low. Also, I was running that setup on my former '99 Kompressor.
I just purchased #5 pads for the front and #4 pads for the rear to run with Vogtland sport springs for my '99 C43. I am still debating on the shocks but am leaning towards the Koni's again as I like the adjustable option of changing the firmness of the ride. I also know what to expect with Koni's as I keep hearing that the Billy's are pretty firm. Like yourself, I wanted to avoid having a harsh ride and I'm positive that you will like the Vogtland/Koni setup just as I do. I can't say enough of just how impressive that combo is. Hope this helps you make your decision.
Cheers
I just purchased #5 pads for the front and #4 pads for the rear to run with Vogtland sport springs for my '99 C43. I am still debating on the shocks but am leaning towards the Koni's again as I like the adjustable option of changing the firmness of the ride. I also know what to expect with Koni's as I keep hearing that the Billy's are pretty firm. Like yourself, I wanted to avoid having a harsh ride and I'm positive that you will like the Vogtland/Koni setup just as I do. I can't say enough of just how impressive that combo is. Hope this helps you make your decision.
Cheers
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wow pricing stuff out its not to bad but mb arts camber arms... Wow.. Seems like a lot for some spherical ends on a threaded tube. They sure are pretty but...spendy.
So looks like after adding it up about 1,450 dollars in parts for vogtland springs, koni sports, mb arts rear, kmac front and alignment shop.
So looks like after adding it up about 1,450 dollars in parts for vogtland springs, koni sports, mb arts rear, kmac front and alignment shop.
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wow pricing stuff out its not to bad but mb arts camber arms... Wow.. Seems like a lot for some spherical ends on a threaded tube. They sure are pretty but...spendy.
So looks like after adding it up about 1,450 dollars in parts for vogtland springs, koni sports, mb arts rear, kmac front and alignment shop.
So looks like after adding it up about 1,450 dollars in parts for vogtland springs, koni sports, mb arts rear, kmac front and alignment shop.
