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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 08:47 PM
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Eibach and H&R lowering springs sets

Okay, looking for some help here on lowering my ’01 E320 / W210 chassis. I have perused different websites looking for information on Eibach and H&R lowering springs sets. I would like to lower my vehicle by approximately 1.5” to close the gap between the tire and fender. (18” AMG wheels with Bridgestone Pontenza RE750 235/40x18 and RE750 265/35x18 tires.) I’m not looking to necessarily improve the handling; I would like to maintain the overall ride-quality as much as possible.

Any specific recommendations would be greatly appreciated, including information on modifications that you may have done. I also posted the question in Wheels, Tires, Suspension but thought I might get more specific information here.

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Old Apr 3, 2006 | 02:27 PM
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if you don't care about handling and you care about ride quality then go for the eibachs...
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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 09:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Richard / E320
Okay, looking for some help here on lowering my ’01 E320 / W210 chassis. I have perused different websites looking for information on Eibach and H&R lowering springs sets. I would like to lower my vehicle by approximately 1.5” to close the gap between the tire and fender. (18” AMG wheels with Bridgestone Pontenza RE750 235/40x18 and RE750 265/35x18 tires.) I’m not looking to necessarily improve the handling; I would like to maintain the overall ride-quality as much as possible.

Any specific recommendations would be greatly appreciated, including information on modifications that you may have done. I also posted the question in Wheels, Tires, Suspension but thought I might get more specific information here.

Thank you!
I just got my E430 lowered last tuesday. I used H&R. the handling is good and better traction. I am using 19" and the distance is what i anticipated about 2" apart now compare to previous of almost 4. Go with H& R for better handling and stiffness.
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I just got my E430 lowered last tuesday. I used H&R. the handling is good and better traction. I am using 19" and the distance is what i anticipated about 2" apart now compare to previous of almost 4. Go with H& R for better handling and stiffness.
Thanks for the reply alden168; did you do any other work other than replacing the springs? Did you also change out the shocks and/or the pads?

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