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Coil overs have always been the best way to go in drag and track performance.
We are all CLK but two different chassis in 208/209 and some of the Benz utilize air bags which is fine for commuting but any type of moderate performance use should consider aftermarket alternatives.
Compliments to a lowered suspension would be larger diameter sway bars as the geometry is changed and clearances are compromised. Shocks can be touchy at this point as ride height affects the shock mount sweet spot. Lowering the car a couple of inches might set the shock up in bottom out position on a 208.
The 209 with coil overs would be forgiving in this case. The struts springs can be a streetable unicoil that has different diameter coils or race with max torsion and a firm low ride.
something to chew on,
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We are all CLK but two different chassis in 208/209 and some of the Benz utilize air bags which is fine for commuting but any type of moderate performance use should consider aftermarket alternatives.
Compliments to a lowered suspension would be larger diameter sway bars as the geometry is changed and clearances are compromised. Shocks can be touchy at this point as ride height affects the shock mount sweet spot. Lowering the car a couple of inches might set the shock up in bottom out position on a 208.
The 209 with coil overs would be forgiving in this case. The struts springs can be a streetable unicoil that has different diameter coils or race with max torsion and a firm low ride.
something to chew on,
Cheers, Gator
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Coil overs have always been the best way to go in drag and track performance.
We are all CLK but two different chassis in 208/209 and some of the Benz utilize air bags which is fine for commuting but any type of moderate performance use should consider aftermarket alternatives.
Compliments to a lowered suspension would be larger diameter sway bars as the geometry is changed and clearances are compromised. Shocks can be touchy at this point as ride height affects the shock mount sweet spot. Lowering the car a couple of inches might set the shock up in bottom out position on a 208.
The 209 with coil overs would be forgiving in this case. The struts springs can be a streetable unicoil that has different diameter coils or race with max torsion and a firm low ride.
something to chew on,
Cheers, Gator
We are all CLK but two different chassis in 208/209 and some of the Benz utilize air bags which is fine for commuting but any type of moderate performance use should consider aftermarket alternatives.
Compliments to a lowered suspension would be larger diameter sway bars as the geometry is changed and clearances are compromised. Shocks can be touchy at this point as ride height affects the shock mount sweet spot. Lowering the car a couple of inches might set the shock up in bottom out position on a 208.
The 209 with coil overs would be forgiving in this case. The struts springs can be a streetable unicoil that has different diameter coils or race with max torsion and a firm low ride.
something to chew on,
Cheers, Gator
As far as sway bars I think this car is set up quite well. It's not a track car but it's a good compromise between ride and performance. However, it would really benefit from some chassis stiffening like front/rear strut bars and maybe some more under body bracing. Of course, probably nobody makes anything for it though.
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Yeah sure though I gotta warn you.... The bose is enough for me so I'm not the biggest audio guy around haha... We should get a mini meet going.
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A bit of an update on the diffuser...V2 haha. The VIS diffuser is nice on its own but it feels unfinished.
The new middle piece bridges the gap between the spare tire well and the bumper/CF diffuser nicely...and is functional. I may add more pieces in the future to cover the bottom of the exhaust.
The steering wheel is not done yet...but it's almost there
Regular shot
Closer
And one to make it more visible
The new middle piece bridges the gap between the spare tire well and the bumper/CF diffuser nicely...and is functional. I may add more pieces in the future to cover the bottom of the exhaust.
The steering wheel is not done yet...but it's almost there
Regular shot
Closer
And one to make it more visible
Last edited by megacrazy; Jul 25, 2017 at 02:35 PM.
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I called it V2 because it's the 2nd time I mess around with it haha. What you see is basically a VIS diffuser with additional pieces. The piece in the middle is bolted to the VIS diffuser and it covers the gap between the bumper/VIS diffuser and the spare tire well. There are also 2 additional fins on the sides. So no, you can't buy it as is...but you can buy the pieces to make your own like I did.
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A bit of an update on the diffuser...V2 haha. The VIS diffuser is nice on its own but it feels unfinished.
The new middle piece bridges the gap between the spare tire well and the bumper/CF diffuser nicely...and is functional. I may add more pieces in the future to cover the bottom of the exhaust.
The steering wheel is not done yet...but it's almost there
Regular shot
Closer
And one to make it more visible
The new middle piece bridges the gap between the spare tire well and the bumper/CF diffuser nicely...and is functional. I may add more pieces in the future to cover the bottom of the exhaust.
The steering wheel is not done yet...but it's almost there
Regular shot
Closer
And one to make it more visible
Looks great!
Very creative and works well.
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Here's the link:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/290660214214?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
It will have to be modded depending on your exhaust configuration. However, it's a quality piece and fits pretty well.
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jkiddd33 - Nope the diffuser has 3 "lines" the splitter has 4. No need to line up as they are separate pieces. I had the same thought initially, but it actually looks much better if they don't match.
Yes I am lowered on Eibachs. Clearance is adequate...I don't know how many inches exactly but I guess I could measure
Yes I am lowered on Eibachs. Clearance is adequate...I don't know how many inches exactly but I guess I could measure
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