Springs for '01 CLK55
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Springs for '01 CLK55
Hey guys,
I have a '01 CLK55 and wish to lower the stance of the car. I was wondering if you guys could recommend a brand? I want to stiffen the ride slightly...but mainly want it to lower the car. Here are the choices that I found:
1) H&R
2) Eibach
3) Brabus
4) Kleeman
Any others?
thanks,
mike
I have a '01 CLK55 and wish to lower the stance of the car. I was wondering if you guys could recommend a brand? I want to stiffen the ride slightly...but mainly want it to lower the car. Here are the choices that I found:
1) H&R
2) Eibach
3) Brabus
4) Kleeman
Any others?
thanks,
mike
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Mercedes-Benz SL 55 AMG (R 230) and CLK 55 (W 209)
Exchanging just the springs is simply stupid unless you adjust the compression and rebound settings of the shocks as well (which is pretty tough unless you're an expert). So get a complete matched kit of springs, shocks and sway bars: I.e. the AMG Nuerburgring Kit or Carlsson's Bilsten / Eibach kit with thread chassis.
Do it right or don't do it at all unless you're just in for the looks.
Ronald
Do it right or don't do it at all unless you're just in for the looks.
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I would recommend the Kleemann Speed Sensitive Suspension.
It's a complete package, designed for the CLK55. It lowers the car about 1 1/2 all around. It doesn't change the normal ride and provides you with track like performance when needed. With out having to live with the normal problems of a lowered vehicle, ride height, ruff ride, and vibration.
I'm very happy with it.
Tim
It's a complete package, designed for the CLK55. It lowers the car about 1 1/2 all around. It doesn't change the normal ride and provides you with track like performance when needed. With out having to live with the normal problems of a lowered vehicle, ride height, ruff ride, and vibration.
I'm very happy with it.
Tim
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Originally posted by Timster
I would recommend the Kleemann Speed Sensitive Suspension.
It's a complete package, designed for the CLK55. It lowers the car about 1 1/2 all around. It doesn't change the normal ride and provides you with track like performance when needed. With out having to live with the normal problems of a lowered vehicle, ride height, ruff ride, and vibration.
I'm very happy with it.
Tim
I would recommend the Kleemann Speed Sensitive Suspension.
It's a complete package, designed for the CLK55. It lowers the car about 1 1/2 all around. It doesn't change the normal ride and provides you with track like performance when needed. With out having to live with the normal problems of a lowered vehicle, ride height, ruff ride, and vibration.
I'm very happy with it.
Tim
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i have a set of AMG Springs and Shocks for sale, they have only 800 miles on them.. but they came off of a W209 2003 CLK55.
i dunno if they will fit your car. maybe somebody here can answer this?
i dunno if they will fit your car. maybe somebody here can answer this?
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I'll never take my car to the track. Do you think I'll still need a complete suspension upgrade -- or is this "over-doing it"? To be honest, I'm lowering it for the looks...since I'm upgrading to 19'' wheels. I'm wondering if I upgrade just the springs, will it give me a harse ride?
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Originally posted by fr1end2u
I'll never take my car to the track. Do you think I'll still need a complete suspension upgrade -- or is this "over-doing it"? To be honest, I'm lowering it for the looks...since I'm upgrading to 19'' wheels. I'm wondering if I upgrade just the springs, will it give me a harse ride?
mike
I'll never take my car to the track. Do you think I'll still need a complete suspension upgrade -- or is this "over-doing it"? To be honest, I'm lowering it for the looks...since I'm upgrading to 19'' wheels. I'm wondering if I upgrade just the springs, will it give me a harse ride?
mike
don't cut corners.tirerack gives you a good technical insight about lowering
http://www.tirerack.com/suspension/tech/adjustment.html
Last edited by AMG BRED; Apr 25, 2003 at 02:30 PM.
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Originally posted by AMG BRED
not only will it give you a harsh ride, your shocks will be guaranteed to wear out within a year and half if not sooner.. you have a MB, treat it like one don't cut corners.
not only will it give you a harsh ride, your shocks will be guaranteed to wear out within a year and half if not sooner.. you have a MB, treat it like one
don't cut corners.
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Thanks for the input guys! In this case, I'll be looking into the Kleeman Speed Sensitive Suspension. I'm thinking of installing this myself -- with the help of a friend whose very mechanically inclined. Is there a "Suspension upgrade DIY" for the CLK55 that can give us some pointers?
thanks,
mike
thanks,
mike
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Originally posted by fr1end2u
[B]Thanks for the input guys! In this case, I'll be looking into the Kleeman Speed Sensitive Suspension. I'm thinking of installing this myself
[B]Thanks for the input guys! In this case, I'll be looking into the Kleeman Speed Sensitive Suspension. I'm thinking of installing this myself
Is there a "Suspension upgrade DIY" for the CLK55 that can give us some pointers?
Ronald
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Originally posted by fr1end2u
Thanks for the input guys! In this case, I'll be looking into the Kleeman Speed Sensitive Suspension. I'm thinking of installing this myself -- with the help of a friend whose very mechanically inclined. Is there a "Suspension upgrade DIY" for the CLK55 that can give us some pointers?
thanks,
mike
Thanks for the input guys! In this case, I'll be looking into the Kleeman Speed Sensitive Suspension. I'm thinking of installing this myself -- with the help of a friend whose very mechanically inclined. Is there a "Suspension upgrade DIY" for the CLK55 that can give us some pointers?
thanks,
mike
just messing with you. :p
