So... Who's tired of buying tires??
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01 CLK 430
***Update***
So, I've had the new arms installed for a little over 3 months now and have put about 10,000 miles them. The modified LCAs are going strong!!! My tires are wearing evenly and my alignment is still within factory specs.
Front:Left
-1.1 from -1.3
Front:Right
-1.1 from -1.9
I will post up sheet when I get a chance.
Front:Left
-1.1 from -1.3
Front:Right
-1.1 from -1.9
I will post up sheet when I get a chance.
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On a related note, and bumping the suspension product, those who buy a new set of Continental tires between January 31 and March 13 can get a free Flip video camera. It's the 4Gb Flip HD and you have to buy four tires that cost $500 or more. So order a set of tires that may last 2 years (rather than two weeks), get the camera, order the suspension parts, film the install, and post it on youtube.
There's an official work shirt, but that's extra . . . . .
There's an official work shirt, but that's extra . . . . .
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And yes, I run 19" Daytonas in the summer with this kit, so you're good!!
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lol.... i figured you'd like those.... i'd like to see how much the rear camber kit would run for the clk. Tired of seeing these tires wear out so quick. Just wondering if I'm going to scrape even more on the fenders..... I think I'll have to pull the fenders.
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What are the specs on your wheels and tires? I run 19x10 in the rear with 265/30 tires and I clear just fine.
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The poly bushings did firm up the ride a little, but the real advantage is they were cheaper than getting a full set of factory bushings. That's cause when you get a factory set, you get both the upper and lower bushings, they won't sell them individually.
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I went back to the stock lower control arm bushing from the solid poly bushings.
The poly bushings did firm up the ride a little, but the real advantage is they were cheaper than getting a full set of factory bushings. That's cause when you get a factory set, you get both the upper and lower bushings, they won't sell them individually.
The poly bushings did firm up the ride a little, but the real advantage is they were cheaper than getting a full set of factory bushings. That's cause when you get a factory set, you get both the upper and lower bushings, they won't sell them individually.
. My stock ones were dead so I went to the poly and was just curious about longevity. As you know, that is not the easiest bushing to replace so hoping to not have to go through that again. Were yours still good but wanted to go back to stock to keep all bushings the same?? 
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Ahhh got cha. My stock ones were dead so I went to the poly and was just curious about longevity. As you know, that is not the easiest bushing to replace so hoping to not have to go through that again. Were yours still good but wanted to go back to stock to keep all bushings the same??
. My stock ones were dead so I went to the poly and was just curious about longevity. As you know, that is not the easiest bushing to replace so hoping to not have to go through that again. Were yours still good but wanted to go back to stock to keep all bushings the same?? 
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What about me? I'm tired of buying tires buying PZero Nero tires twice a year is getting expensive 
Maybe I need to post pictures of sexy Japanese Ladies to get your help?!?
Maybe I need to post pictures of sexy Japanese Ladies to get your help?!?
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LOL..... worked for me bud....
to answer you I'm running the same size as yours in the rear with same tires. I have the bridgestone SO-3 tho.... i wonder if the sidewall is the issue with me. I forgot what pad I have in the rear I believe 2 with the kleeman suspension. My wheels aren't tucked like Williams707 is but they're flush with the fender.
to answer you I'm running the same size as yours in the rear with same tires. I have the bridgestone SO-3 tho.... i wonder if the sidewall is the issue with me. I forgot what pad I have in the rear I believe 2 with the kleeman suspension. My wheels aren't tucked like Williams707 is but they're flush with the fender.
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LOL..... worked for me bud....
to answer you I'm running the same size as yours in the rear with same tires. I have the bridgestone SO-3 tho.... i wonder if the sidewall is the issue with me. I forgot what pad I have in the rear I believe 2 with the kleeman suspension. My wheels aren't tucked like Williams707 is but they're flush with the fender.
to answer you I'm running the same size as yours in the rear with same tires. I have the bridgestone SO-3 tho.... i wonder if the sidewall is the issue with me. I forgot what pad I have in the rear I believe 2 with the kleeman suspension. My wheels aren't tucked like Williams707 is but they're flush with the fender.
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How much are they now? I have about 8 months then I'll be needing new Pzero Neros again. Because I run through front tires so quickly, I'm now thinking of just using Nankang tires for the front until I get this issue resolved. Just worried because they are so cheap and the way I drive that may be a dangerous route to take.
