is the front low enough?
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is the front low enough?
I keep looking at my car with the Euro-AMG springs and keep thinking that the front is still too high about 3/4 of an inch. I have 2 bump pads already so that is done. Any ideas on how to get it down? Maybe 225/18/45 tires? I need to have the tires snug. Hey, maybe it's me, maybe its fine as it is...let me know what you think....please. Thanks. Learso
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Your car looks clean, but not lowered, it still has a factory look. I'm not sure the look you are going for. You can go to #1 pads but the will only help you with about 4mm lower. I know my car took about 4 months to fully settle. It seemed like it dropped about 3/8" over time. I wouldn't put different tires to close the gap. I would sell your springs and buy Eibach or H&R springs. The H&R's have the biggest drop but ride a tad tighter.
By the way I always wanted a CLK 55.
Let us know how you solve the problem
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By the way I always wanted a CLK 55.
Let us know how you solve the problem
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Originally Posted by Learso
I keep looking at my car with the Euro-AMG springs and keep thinking that the front is still too high about 3/4 of an inch. I have 2 bump pads already so that is done. Any ideas on how to get it down? Maybe 225/18/45 tires? I need to have the tires snug. Hey, maybe it's me, maybe its fine as it is...let me know what you think....please. Thanks. Learso
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Ya, 4mm is really insignificant for my purpose, I need something closer to 3/4 inch. How do the H&R Springs feel in relation to the Euro-Spec springs? I have had my new Springs since the summer, I think they are settled in and won't give more. Only thing is I really like the ride. But I am willing to experiment. I know some tuning companies offer different solutions, curious to know the feel difference..Brabus, Kleeman, Renntech...Do they make their own or are they just under their name?
E55, this was car's stock spring look...HORRIFIC!
Learso.
E55, this was car's stock spring look...HORRIFIC!
Learso.
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I have the H&R cup kit and I love it. Its not as harsh as some people say but its definitely not stock either. Hopefully theres someone in your area that has this setup and will take you for a spin to see how you like it. Handling is a million times better.
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Originally Posted by Learso
Ya, 4mm is really insignificant for my purpose, I need something closer to 3/4 inch. How do the H&R Springs feel in relation to the Euro-Spec springs? I have had my new Springs since the summer, I think they are settled in and go give more. Only thing is I really like the ride. But I am willing to experiment. I know some tuning companies offer different solutions, curious to know the feel difference..Brabus, Kleeman, Renntech...Do they make their own or are they just under their name?
E55, this is was car's stock look...
Learso.
E55, this is was car's stock look...
Learso.
As far as the other companies like Kleeman, and Brabus. I would guess other people make them, just like Koni makes them for Dinan but then charges 3 times the abount
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Personally, I think it looks just right...
I really don't like the "wheels tucked in the fender" look. Maybe you could go with the lower spring pad, but I imagine that it won't make too much of a difference. Also, from what I've read, there is a potential problem if a car is lowered too far. Apparantely if the front control arm drops below a 90 degree plane, the suspension geometry will be altered in such a way as to create positive camber during cornering. Being that you really ought to wait to see how far the car settles anyway, I'd observe the tire wear patterns to see if you are indeed inducing positive camber during cornering. You could also have someone take a picture of he car while you're cornering, or devise some other method to determine if you're inducing positive camber...
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Best regards,
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Originally Posted by Learso
I keep looking at my car with the Euro-AMG springs and keep thinking that the front is still too high about 3/4 of an inch. I have 2 bump pads already so that is done. Any ideas on how to get it down? Maybe 225/18/45 tires? I need to have the tires snug. Hey, maybe it's me, maybe its fine as it is...let me know what you think....please. Thanks. Learso
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I have seen that they make 19" Monoblock IIS, I wonder if they would fit? If I went to 19" it would have to remain AMG. Anyway, I enjoy reading all the opinions from the experts in this forum...thank you.
--- another idea to run by you guys...what about getting Koni struts and adjustable shock absobers to lower it? Would this be an upgrade to what is already on the car?????
--- another idea to run by you guys...what about getting Koni struts and adjustable shock absobers to lower it? Would this be an upgrade to what is already on the car?????
Last edited by Learso; Dec 10, 2005 at 01:52 PM.
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Originally Posted by Learso
--- another idea to run by you guys...what about getting Koni struts and adjustable shock absobers to lower it?
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Holy Moly! You mean to tell me that US spec AMG suspension is even higher than that?? What for?
Is it US bumper height regulations?
Here's my CLK with Gulf Spec AMG stock suspension, amazing difference!
Is it US bumper height regulations?
Here's my CLK with Gulf Spec AMG stock suspension, amazing difference!
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Originally Posted by Learso
Actually they say they do lower the car about 10mm.
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Holy Moly! You mean to tell me that US spec AMG suspension is even higher than that?? What for?
Is it US bumper height regulations?
Here's my CLK with Gulf Spec AMG stock suspension, amazing difference!
Is it US bumper height regulations?
Here's my CLK with Gulf Spec AMG stock suspension, amazing difference!
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E55cent---curious to know if your rims rub? Any mods? What offset are they? Car looks beautiful!
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Ahmed,
Nice refreshing color and nice 2/5 rims. I am imagining that those are 18" 8 front 9 rear? The suspension you see on my car now is most likely the same you have. For some reason mine looks a bit higher. Maybe its because the PS2 are more curved than other tires?
Let me know the set up you have.
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Nice refreshing color and nice 2/5 rims. I am imagining that those are 18" 8 front 9 rear? The suspension you see on my car now is most likely the same you have. For some reason mine looks a bit higher. Maybe its because the PS2 are more curved than other tires?
Let me know the set up you have.
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Originally Posted by Learso
Ahmed,
Nice refreshing color and nice 2/5 rims. I am imagining that those are 18" 8 front 9 rear? The suspension you see on my car now is most likely the same you have. For some reason mine looks a bit higher. Maybe its because the PS2 are more curved than other tires?
Let me know the set up you have.
Learso
Nice refreshing color and nice 2/5 rims. I am imagining that those are 18" 8 front 9 rear? The suspension you see on my car now is most likely the same you have. For some reason mine looks a bit higher. Maybe its because the PS2 are more curved than other tires?
Let me know the set up you have.
Learso
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Those look like 19" rims on his car!
hey Mario I called you the other evening but u did not call me back!
hey Mario I called you the other evening but u did not call me back!
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Originally Posted by Learso
Ahmed,
Nice refreshing color and nice 2/5 rims. I am imagining that those are 18" 8 front 9 rear? The suspension you see on my car now is most likely the same you have. For some reason mine looks a bit higher. Maybe its because the PS2 are more curved than other tires?
Let me know the set up you have.
Learso
Nice refreshing color and nice 2/5 rims. I am imagining that those are 18" 8 front 9 rear? The suspension you see on my car now is most likely the same you have. For some reason mine looks a bit higher. Maybe its because the PS2 are more curved than other tires?
Let me know the set up you have.
Learso
Yes, they are 18 inch SL Type Monoblocks! 8.5x18 front and 9.5x18 rear! The tyre sizes are 235/40/ZR18 front, and 265/35/ZR18 rear! Michelin Pilots!
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Ahmed,
Shukran. After lots of reading and searching I notice that the most agressive stance that I find not looking over the top comes with 18/8.5 235/40/18 front and 18/9.5 (or 10 if i fits) 265/35/18 rear. Your set up is similar to the 1999 F1 CLK55 Safety Car. It's a fantastic look and after looking into it those tires were also 265/35/18 in the rear...which probably means the rims were 9.5 as well. I will sell my set up and get new rims and tires. I may even go with Koni shocks and H&R Springs with higher pad bump as well....I am guessing this will be the best look for me. Your car looks great.
The only thing I am still in the air about is if 18/10 wheels fit in in the rear with an 265/30/18 rim? The website of Carlsson has this size as an option for our cars. The pics don't look too bad either.
edited---scratch that huge cost alternative...I am getting wheel spacers.
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Shukran. After lots of reading and searching I notice that the most agressive stance that I find not looking over the top comes with 18/8.5 235/40/18 front and 18/9.5 (or 10 if i fits) 265/35/18 rear. Your set up is similar to the 1999 F1 CLK55 Safety Car. It's a fantastic look and after looking into it those tires were also 265/35/18 in the rear...which probably means the rims were 9.5 as well. I will sell my set up and get new rims and tires. I may even go with Koni shocks and H&R Springs with higher pad bump as well....I am guessing this will be the best look for me. Your car looks great.
The only thing I am still in the air about is if 18/10 wheels fit in in the rear with an 265/30/18 rim? The website of Carlsson has this size as an option for our cars. The pics don't look too bad either.
edited---scratch that huge cost alternative...I am getting wheel spacers.
Learso
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Originally Posted by Learso
I keep looking at my car with the Euro-AMG springs and keep thinking that the front is still too high about 3/4 of an inch. I have 2 bump pads already so that is done. Any ideas on how to get it down? Maybe 225/18/45 tires? I need to have the tires snug. Hey, maybe it's me, maybe its fine as it is...let me know what you think....please. Thanks. Learso
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https://mbworld.org/forums/classifieds/129702-fs-h-r-sport-lowering-springs-w208-clk55-amg.html
This guy is selling his H&R's for CLK 55 in the classifieds right now. You should jump on them.
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This guy is selling his H&R's for CLK 55 in the classifieds right now. You should jump on them.
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