E-Class (W124) 1984-1995: E 260, E 300, E 320, E 420, E 500 (Includes CE, T, TD models)

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Old Jan 1, 2006 | 01:45 PM
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I going to use Bilstien Sport shocks on my '91 300e. To keep it as low as it sits now, PO cut 500e springs, I want to use 2.25 Diameter Springs from H and R. We are going to make custom perches so it will be a coilover front and rear setup.

I need some ideas on Spring rates. I think 8 inch springs will work for the front, and 12 for the rear.

I want the suspension pretty stiff, because the car sits soooo low.

Any suggestions?
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 12:20 AM
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::waiting patiently::

Anyone?
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 04:21 AM
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I think you'll be waiting patiently for a long time. I've never heard of anyone with coilover springs in a W124.
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 04:31 AM
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Wow.
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yeah ... If they had a coilover system for the W124 ... I would have them. lol
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