New Suspension Completed!!
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New Suspension Completed!!
Young fellas,
I got my suspension work completed yesterday. I have a 2002 CLK320 w/ 17' AMG. I wanted an aggressive look as well as better handling. I just felt the OEM suspension was too loungy and made me feel like i was driving a seville or something. Anyhow, i got the H&R Cup Suspension Kit Stage 3.5.
includes:
H&R Springs
H&R Shocks (non coilover)
I really do like the feel (tight cornering, no body roll) and look now. Thanks for the advice and shout out to Curry's Auto in VA for hooking my ride. Peace out..
djamer
MY RIDE
I got my suspension work completed yesterday. I have a 2002 CLK320 w/ 17' AMG. I wanted an aggressive look as well as better handling. I just felt the OEM suspension was too loungy and made me feel like i was driving a seville or something. Anyhow, i got the H&R Cup Suspension Kit Stage 3.5.
includes:
H&R Springs
H&R Shocks (non coilover)
I really do like the feel (tight cornering, no body roll) and look now. Thanks for the advice and shout out to Curry's Auto in VA for hooking my ride. Peace out..
djamer
MY RIDE
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Congrats on the new suspension, i'm seriously contemplating about getting an improved suspension cuz like you said the one's on the stock CLK's are kind of weak. How much did you pay for the entire kit? The website says about $895 dollars, not toooo bad in my opinion compared to something like Kleemann suspension. but dang 1.9 inches, i don't want my car to be lowered that much, how are the STAGE 2 kits? Are they anygood?
Since i don't want to mix and match springs and shocks by using different brands, i was thinking of a full kit/package that's why the HR cup kit sorta caught my attention, right now i'm saving up for a Kleemann Speed Sensitive Suspension (2100$ lol), I'm almost there...any one know how do the STAGE 2/STAGE 3.5 HR Cup kits compare to Kleeman's speed sensitive suspension kit?
Since i don't want to mix and match springs and shocks by using different brands, i was thinking of a full kit/package that's why the HR cup kit sorta caught my attention, right now i'm saving up for a Kleemann Speed Sensitive Suspension (2100$ lol), I'm almost there...any one know how do the STAGE 2/STAGE 3.5 HR Cup kits compare to Kleeman's speed sensitive suspension kit?
Last edited by Goldeni245; Aug 9, 2002 at 05:08 PM.
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Originally posted by Goldeni245
Congrats on the new suspension, i'm seriously contemplating about getting an improved suspension cuz like you said the one's on the stock CLK's are kind of weak. How much did you pay for the entire kit? The website says about $895 dollars, not toooo bad in my opinion compared to something like Kleemann suspension. but dang 1.9 inches, i don't want my car to be lowered that much, how are the STAGE 2 kits? Are they anygood?
Since i don't want to mix and match springs and shocks by using different brands, i was thinking of a full kit/package that's why the HR cup kit sorta caught my attention, right now i'm saving up for a Kleemann Speed Sensitive Suspension (2100$ lol), I'm almost there...any one know how do the STAGE 2/STAGE 3.5 HR Cup kits compare to Kleeman's speed sensitive suspension kit?
Congrats on the new suspension, i'm seriously contemplating about getting an improved suspension cuz like you said the one's on the stock CLK's are kind of weak. How much did you pay for the entire kit? The website says about $895 dollars, not toooo bad in my opinion compared to something like Kleemann suspension. but dang 1.9 inches, i don't want my car to be lowered that much, how are the STAGE 2 kits? Are they anygood?
Since i don't want to mix and match springs and shocks by using different brands, i was thinking of a full kit/package that's why the HR cup kit sorta caught my attention, right now i'm saving up for a Kleemann Speed Sensitive Suspension (2100$ lol), I'm almost there...any one know how do the STAGE 2/STAGE 3.5 HR Cup kits compare to Kleeman's speed sensitive suspension kit?
sup goldeni,
thanks bro.. Wow..895.00 is alot. I paid 615.00 delivered. I ordered from tirerack. Plus installation costs. Actually, I contemplated getting something like Kleemann but opted for the HR cup kit. Reason being, I know a few race car drivers in the area who race w/ H&R Sports Springs and Shocks. Having said that, i checked out their rides and the handling was totally awesome. :-) I have to test drive a suspension prior to buying it..you know. Plus the reputation of H&R is great. And frankly paying 2100 is alot for suspension, unless you will racing the CLK. I am have no desire to race or take it to the track. So, I went w/ H&R
I dont know anyone in my area w/ Kleenman so I really can't comment on the ride. But forum members swear by them, so they must be good. I couldn't justify spending 2k. As far as the drop is concerned..check out the pic and let me know if it's too aggressive. I think it's fine for everyday driving. Good luck w/ your purchase keep us posted..peace
djamer
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Originally posted by djamer
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sup goldeni,
thanks bro.. Wow..895.00 is alot. I paid 615.00 delivered. I ordered from tirerack. Plus installation costs. Actually, I contemplated getting something like Kleemann but opted for the HR cup kit. Reason being, I know a few race car drivers in the area who race w/ H&R Sports Springs and Shocks. Having said that, i checked out their rides and the handling was totally awesome. :-) I have to test drive a suspension prior to buying it..you know. Plus the reputation of H&R is great. And frankly paying 2100 is alot for suspension, unless you will racing the CLK. I am have no desire to race or take it to the track. So, I went w/ H&R
I dont know anyone in my area w/ Kleenman so I really can't comment on the ride. But forum members swear by them, so they must be good. I couldn't justify spending 2k. As far as the drop is concerned..check out the pic and let me know if it's too aggressive. I think it's fine for everyday driving. Good luck w/ your purchase keep us posted..peace
djamer
http://www.geocities.com/morabito_dichiara/IMAG0004.jpg
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sup goldeni,
thanks bro.. Wow..895.00 is alot. I paid 615.00 delivered. I ordered from tirerack. Plus installation costs. Actually, I contemplated getting something like Kleemann but opted for the HR cup kit. Reason being, I know a few race car drivers in the area who race w/ H&R Sports Springs and Shocks. Having said that, i checked out their rides and the handling was totally awesome. :-) I have to test drive a suspension prior to buying it..you know. Plus the reputation of H&R is great. And frankly paying 2100 is alot for suspension, unless you will racing the CLK. I am have no desire to race or take it to the track. So, I went w/ H&R
I dont know anyone in my area w/ Kleenman so I really can't comment on the ride. But forum members swear by them, so they must be good. I couldn't justify spending 2k. As far as the drop is concerned..check out the pic and let me know if it's too aggressive. I think it's fine for everyday driving. Good luck w/ your purchase keep us posted..peace
djamer
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Looks great but how does your lowered CLK like the streets of DC.
The streets DC SUCK just like the gov't !!!
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Originally posted by BroadSt Bully
Looks great but how does your lowered CLK like the streets of DC.
The streets DC SUCK just like the gov't !!!
Looks great but how does your lowered CLK like the streets of DC.
The streets DC SUCK just like the gov't !!!
the streets do suck, however the drop w/ 17' rims are doing ok as long you drive slow and carefully. I see cars with 19' to 22' in DC but just gotta be careful..
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sorry about that. :-(
alright guys, i think it works now.. i checked it, and they are viewable at the following link..
http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4291509061
peace,
djamer
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peace,
djamer
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Re: Re: sorry about that. :-(
Originally posted by HdS500
Thery say that you have to give us a password so we can check your page.
Thery say that you have to give us a password so we can check your page.
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wow, very nice drop IMO. Doesn't look too low, but the shadow under the car on the picture sorta makes it hard to see how low it truly is.
any rubbing?
any rubbing?
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Originally posted by Goldeni245
wow, very nice drop IMO. Doesn't look too low, but the shadow under the car on the picture sorta makes it hard to see how low it truly is.
any rubbing?
wow, very nice drop IMO. Doesn't look too low, but the shadow under the car on the picture sorta makes it hard to see how low it truly is.
any rubbing?
djamer
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Originally posted by Safet
What's with all this 'playa' talk?
"Um not a playa ah just crush alot"
What's with all this 'playa' talk?
"Um not a playa ah just crush alot"
aight, peace out hommie.
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ohh damn. we just got back from Cafe Asia and I tell you this car is dropped just perfect. The cupkit is absolutely a dream. Even for DC streets, if u drive carefully you should be okay. I am in love with this car now. I think it can give a M3 run for it's money. Smooth. All the ladies were asking so many questions..
anyway, time for some zzzzzzzzzzzzzzs.
LIL Raja
anyway, time for some zzzzzzzzzzzzzzs.
LIL Raja
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Originally posted by LILRAJA
ohh damn. we just got back from Cafe Asia and I tell you this car is dropped just perfect. The cupkit is absolutely a dream. Even for DC streets, if u drive carefully you should be okay. I am in love with this car now. I think it can give a M3 run for it's money. Smooth. All the ladies were asking so many questions..
anyway, time for some zzzzzzzzzzzzzzs.
LIL Raja
ohh damn. we just got back from Cafe Asia and I tell you this car is dropped just perfect. The cupkit is absolutely a dream. Even for DC streets, if u drive carefully you should be okay. I am in love with this car now. I think it can give a M3 run for it's money. Smooth. All the ladies were asking so many questions..
anyway, time for some zzzzzzzzzzzzzzs.
LIL Raja
lilraja,
thanks bro..we had a blast 2nite.. definately need to hook up with the honies from cafe asia :-) don't know about keeping up a M3, but the ride is definately a night and day differnece from stock..time for zzzz, champ...
peace
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Originally posted by djamer
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lilraja,
thanks bro..we had a blast 2nite.. definately need to hook up with the honies from cafe asia :-) don't know about keeping up a M3, but the ride is definately a night and day differnece from stock..time for zzzz, champ...
peace
djamer
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lilraja,
thanks bro..we had a blast 2nite.. definately need to hook up with the honies from cafe asia :-) don't know about keeping up a M3, but the ride is definately a night and day differnece from stock..time for zzzz, champ...
peace
djamer
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Originally posted by djamer
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lilraja,
thanks bro..we had a blast 2nite.. definately need to hook up with the honies from cafe asia :-) don't know about keeping up a M3, but the ride is definately a night and day differnece from stock..time for zzzz, champ...
peace
djamer
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lilraja,
thanks bro..we had a blast 2nite.. definately need to hook up with the honies from cafe asia :-) don't know about keeping up a M3, but the ride is definately a night and day differnece from stock..time for zzzz, champ...
peace
djamer
how's the comfort level compared to stock? is the improvement in handling worth the degradation, if any, of the the car's comfort? thanks.... by the way, went to Cafe Asia (if its the same one with stairs inside and those plastic stools for chairs) when I was in D.C., nice place, food was aite...
