2009 C63 AMG P30 Stiff Suspension Question
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2009 C63 AMG P30 Stiff Suspension Question
I am wondering how can I make my stock P30 suspension a bit softer and more forgiving. This is by far the stiffest sprung and dampened car I ever had. Unless the road is perfectly smooth every bump rocks the entire car (and your spine).
I read H&R springs might help, but I'm not looking to lower the car at all.
Any other suggestions?
I read H&R springs might help, but I'm not looking to lower the car at all.
Any other suggestions?
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Shocks are the same. Its about spring rate. I had a P30 and put H&Rs cos I did want to lower. You can go with a standard spring or go with coilovers like The KW V3s.
I have a buddy with a set of shocks and springs that he would sell. Only about 10000 miles on them I think. Send a PM to LFM_Vancouver if you are interested.
I have a buddy with a set of shocks and springs that he would sell. Only about 10000 miles on them I think. Send a PM to LFM_Vancouver if you are interested.
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If you don't want to lower it, then I suggest you go ahead and find a set of Non P30 Suspension. Shouldn't be hard, many people dont' care to keep their OEMs after they swap to Coils.
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Shocks are the same. Its about spring rate. I had a P30 and put H&Rs cos I did want to lower. You can go with a standard spring or go with coilovers like The KW V3s.
I have a buddy with a set of shocks and springs that he would sell. Only about 10000 miles on them I think. Send a PM to LFM_Vancouver if you are interested.
I have a buddy with a set of shocks and springs that he would sell. Only about 10000 miles on them I think. Send a PM to LFM_Vancouver if you are interested.
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I would go with them, but I want to avoid lowering the car. The exit from my parking has a small ditch, if I go lower I'm afraid it will rub.
Yep, will probably do that if not KW.
Yep, will probably do that if not KW.
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I have a set of non-P30. They are sitting in my garage. I think I put 45k on them. PM me if you're interested.
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Shocks are the same. Its about spring rate. I had a P30 and put H&Rs cos I did want to lower. You can go with a standard spring or go with coilovers like The KW V3s.
I have a buddy with a set of shocks and springs that he would sell. Only about 10000 miles on them I think. Send a PM to LFM_Vancouver if you are interested.
I have a buddy with a set of shocks and springs that he would sell. Only about 10000 miles on them I think. Send a PM to LFM_Vancouver if you are interested.
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I just did spring. I too think the P30 is a smidge lower, but not a whole lot. I can't quantify how much drop I got, but it was visually noticeable and I think quite close to the H&R specs.
Side note: Non P30 guys think the H&Rs are softer than OEM, but you will probably enjoy not getting your fillings hammered out on a regular basis.
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Originally Posted by 604 C63
Damn. That post is almost a year old lol.
I just did spring. I too think the P30 is a smidge lower, but not a whole lot. I can't quantify how much drop I got, but it was visually noticeable and I think quite close to the H&R specs.
Side note: Non P30 guys think the H&Rs are softer than OEM, but you will probably enjoy not getting your fillings hammered out on a regular basis.
I just did spring. I too think the P30 is a smidge lower, but not a whole lot. I can't quantify how much drop I got, but it was visually noticeable and I think quite close to the H&R specs.
Side note: Non P30 guys think the H&Rs are softer than OEM, but you will probably enjoy not getting your fillings hammered out on a regular basis.
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Spacers with H&Rs are just the ticket for a nice stance. I did 12mm front and 10mm rear with the OEM 18s. Make sure to get the 17mm spring pad for the back and you'll have a nice rake to it and no rubbing. I think the part number for that is A210 325 04 84 (double check that) and I seem to recall they were about $30. Just two pieces of rubber.
And I should clarify my prior comment - non P30 guys think the H&Rs are harder than OEM, but you will find them softer.
And I should clarify my prior comment - non P30 guys think the H&Rs are harder than OEM, but you will find them softer.
Last edited by 604 C63; 07-16-2017 at 09:40 AM.