w208 suspension
07-09-2009, 10:09 PM
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CLK 55 AMG
w208 suspension
I want to upgrade my clk 55 amg w208 suspension, what do guys think I should do? Thanks!
Last edited by om84; 07-09-2009 at 10:14 PM.
07-09-2009, 10:27 PM
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A good spring & shock combo will make a significant difference. Eibach springs w/ bilstein sports should give you improved handling without too hard of a ride. The Euro springs are also an excellent solution if you want to drop the car about an inch but still give it that OEM feel.
07-10-2009, 01:14 PM
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What would you like to change regarding your current setup?
Will you be tracking this car?
Will this upgrade be for show car purposes only?
Most importantly, what is your budget?
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07-10-2009, 02:15 PM
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Euro springs really are an amazing setup. If you want to keep OEM feel and drop the car for a sportier look & ride without being too rough then going with a bilstein HD or sport shock on OEM springs (with lower spring pads if you like) really is the best way to go.
If you want to track in, H&R is the only real way to go (but the drop can be a bit excessive for some people).
If you want to track in, H&R is the only real way to go (but the drop can be a bit excessive for some people).
07-11-2009, 03:48 PM
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Has anyone just tried the old school method of just cutting the amg coils?? Im not talking with a torch, but maybe half a coil with a cutoff wheel? I just hear alot of buzz about wanting this lower stance and lets face it... most are not seeing any real track time to worry about the geometry. Comments??????
07-11-2009, 07:45 PM
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Has anyone just tried the old school method of just cutting the amg coils?? Im not talking with a torch, but maybe half a coil with a cutoff wheel? I just hear alot of buzz about wanting this lower stance and lets face it... most are not seeing any real track time to worry about the geometry. Comments??????
07-12-2009, 01:02 AM
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I will be tracking the car! I was thinking about KW suspension.
I was also thinking about the swaybars?
budget is not a question
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07-12-2009, 01:24 AM
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Cut H and R springs,No pads,Cut and modified/welded lower control arms = rear suspension links,Notched and cut sub frame and body, Relocate gas lines and charcoal/evap canister=lines,remove wheel well plastic stuff, Too much to list! Factory alignment is possible but ALOT of work! Tucking 18" wheels. my car sits 2 1/2 inches off the ground at rear rockers! Anybody want real low,it's alot of work!
