speed43

Hey guys, I’m restoring my c43 and I got the front suspension all done. Doing the rear now and I was looking at the parts I ordered over a year ago. All parts are correct accept for the rear bilstein shocks.

I ordered the B8 shocks but they sent me the B4s. I called parts geek but they refuse to help since it’s been so long.

I have installed the B8s in the front and wanted to match the rear as well. Anyone here think I should buy the B8s from elsewhere or just install the B4s?

I also have the H&R sway bar in front and will install the H&R rear sway bar as well. I want the car to have a nice and tight suspension. That’s why I’m asking about the B4s if I should just use them or get the B8s.

Thanks for any input.

Sulaco

The B4's, I'm told, are way softer. I can't imagine that would have anything but bad impact on handling and ride. Body roll in the rear, party in the front?

I have B8's on all 4 corners on mine and it stiffened it up quite a bit over factory but not harshly. Handles like a go kart now.

speed43

Thats the info I needed thank you!
Do you remember the part number for the rear B8 shocks? I think is this one but want to make sure before I order.

Bilstein B8 Performance Plus 24-018555

Sulaco

BILSTEIN 24018555 (2)
BILSTEIN 24025997 (2)

speed43

Thank you Sulaco!

Benzrider17

Is this the one you was selling or a new c43 , either way good stuff getting fresh suspension ready for summer time

speed43

It’s the silver one I’m planning on selling once it’s all restored. But I have a long way to go. Whoever buys it will have a new car.

Benzrider17

Nice glad to see these c43s getting some love I personally think they should be up in the $20-$3k price range not to many nice ones left
post some pics as you progress

speed43

To be honest I’m not that patient to take time and take pictures than post. I barely have enough energy to do the work. But maybe I will change my mind and post some pics from time to time.

I hope those prices you mentioned will be true soon. I got a lot of money and time invested in this car. I’m replacing so many things that when I sell I’m going to regret it. But right now i could use the cash so i have to sell.

The car has 122K miles and I haven’t driven it much since I bought it. I just started to restore right away. But I got sick and had to stop for some months. Feeling a bit better but not fully so it will be a while before it’s done.

I’m hoping things will change financially so I can hold on to it for myself.

Benzrider17

Yeah I think in the near future our c43s will be well worth the work we put into them
specially if you have a mint one
i for the most part am an enthusiast of these well built AMGs and try to enjoy driving them every chance it get
good luck with your project hopefully you fix it up to your expectations and decide to keep it and enjoy it

speed43

Thanks. I hope things change for me as I would love to keep it.

99CEEFOURTHREE

I have B2 sports with voghtland lowering springs.Better ride than stock, handles like a go cart.

99CEEFOURTHREE

speed43

Can you share the difference between the b2 you have and the b4 I have? This stuff is so confusing....I suppose the b8 is the stiffest compared to the b2 and b4?

99CEEFOURTHREE

TBH this pairing was put together by my european independant shop that speciaizes in autocross vehicles.He asked what i was looking for.I wanted a lowered stance with better handling but not a jarring ride.it exceeded my expectations.These B2 sports are great.

speed43

Cool thanks for the info.