DIY:Changing to lowering springs
09-05-2006, 08:05 PM
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DIY:Changing to lowering springs
Has anybody done/installed lowering springs on their W211 E320 by themselves, if yes, I would very much appreciate instructions. Was thinking of lowering my car via Eibach Sport Springs, but the labor cost for a shop is a little bit steep (how much do they usually cost anyway?). I have Lexion 201's, 8.5/20 offset 38 in front and 9.5/20 offset 39 in rear, will they fit if I lower the car? Also, are there other brands (springs) and stores you can suggest?
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09-06-2006, 06:57 PM
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I did the front myself but don't have the tools to do the rear. I have a hydraulic spring compressor which made the job extremely easy. Still have not figured out which tools is needed for the rear yet. 
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09-07-2006, 09:11 PM
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W211 with H&R springs
To CC_350 and others that used the H&R springs -- have you ever experienced your front wheels rubbing on the top of the inside front fender when turning onto driveways? And mostly on right turns? Example: wheels turned right so they're sticking out and then turning into a steeper than normal driveway (i.e. not a gas station).......
To compensate I've just been taking these turns really slow.
Just wondering.
To compensate I've just been taking these turns really slow.
Just wondering.
09-08-2006, 12:36 PM
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H&R springs does not drop the car that low, 1.3 fr 1.5 rear sounds very and I was looking for ways to drop it more closer to 2 inches, but after I installed the fronts, I can stick about 2 fingers between the wheel well. I can't say about the rear but it should be nicely even. However, I wish I can drop it another .5" all around then I would have no gap what so ever. But then again, you'll be paying for it when it's time for changing tires.
And no will not rub your wheel liner with H&R unless you've installed it incorrectly?
I tried to avoid an accident one time and had to gas it going up a step slope, no rubbing of the tires but I did rub my front lip. 
I may be imagining but I now feel like my tires hug the road better having just getting the H&R on. I have 19's and ride quality is bearable.
And no will not rub your wheel liner with H&R unless you've installed it incorrectly?
I tried to avoid an accident one time and had to gas it going up a step slope, no rubbing of the tires but I did rub my front lip. I may be imagining but I now feel like my tires hug the road better having just getting the H&R on. I have 19's and ride quality is bearable.
