PIC REQUEST: w211's slammed or lowered :)
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From: Highlands Ranch, Colorado
2014 BMW M235i
Failed to get my car lowered in probably the 4th attempt... first I tried to get it lowered via STAR then I was told I need lowering links. Then I got the links and the installer said they would not clear the lower suspension rail (I believe that's what he called the part) and would end up causing damage. Then I found a shop in another area of Colorado that I drove to one Friday that said they can do it via STAR (second shop I've gone to in the boonies). When I got there and hooked the car up to the computer, that it would not accept a lower ride height due to the version of the STAR software and they would have to modify existing links in their fab shop for only $25 a piece.
I would start my own thread on this but I figure I'd come to the source, what gives? Am I dealing with a bunch of incompetent morons or what? It should not be this hard to get the car lowered for God's sake.
I would start my own thread on this but I figure I'd come to the source, what gives? Am I dealing with a bunch of incompetent morons or what? It should not be this hard to get the car lowered for God's sake.
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I have exactly same car as you '07 e550 4matic
Tried Star, only lowered by .75". Useless.
Then went and got links.
Happy end ))
Tried Star, only lowered by .75". Useless.
Then went and got links.
Happy end ))
Failed to get my car lowered in probably the 4th attempt... first I tried to get it lowered via STAR then I was told I need lowering links. Then I got the links and the installer said they would not clear the lower suspension rail (I believe that's what he called the part) and would end up causing damage. Then I found a shop in another area of Colorado that I drove to one Friday that said they can do it via STAR (second shop I've gone to in the boonies). When I got there and hooked the car up to the computer, that it would not accept a lower ride height due to the version of the STAR software and they would have to modify existing links in their fab shop for only $25 a piece.
I would start my own thread on this but I figure I'd come to the source, what gives? Am I dealing with a bunch of incompetent morons or what? It should not be this hard to get the car lowered for God's sake.
I would start my own thread on this but I figure I'd come to the source, what gives? Am I dealing with a bunch of incompetent morons or what? It should not be this hard to get the car lowered for God's sake.
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From: Blaine, WA
07 E320 Bluetec
B16-iRC module is finally arriving
Just got around to taking pictures, surely not as impressive as so many here but my goal was to reasonably lower the vehicle and upgrade shocks and road handling especially with at least two instantly switchable damping levels available. The touch switch is installed in the front ashtray lighter socket since I was not keen to new holes; works fine for me since I don't smoke.
An iRC module available in June, will permit three user programmable modes, controlled using an iPhone iRC app.
Paid $2800 for the Bilstein B16 iRC + $1000 install + $203 for alignment at CHMB. More may need to be spent on camber kits (still deciding between K-MAC and others)
An iRC module available in June, will permit three user programmable modes, controlled using an iPhone iRC app.
Paid $2800 for the Bilstein B16 iRC + $1000 install + $203 for alignment at CHMB. More may need to be spent on camber kits (still deciding between K-MAC and others)
http://www.bilsteinus.com/news-event...le-suspension/
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07 E320 Bluetec
The wait is finally over. Bilstein finally released the B16 iRC control module to compliment Bilstein B16 iRC coilover shocks I installed earlier this year making the shocks programmable using an iPhone app. Ordered and expect delivery later or very early next week. Can't wait to create/program new damper settings, instantly switchable while on the move; current system without the iRC module, has two instant settings, Comfort and Sport which are sweet but missing the middle setting. The programmable module (via smartphone app) provides infinite programming control over three modes, even while on the move; this is going to be fun. See link below.
http://www.bilsteinus.com/news-event...le-suspension/
http://www.bilsteinus.com/news-event...le-suspension/
Spoke to Bilstein today and confirmed, in the absence of a signal/connection with a mobile controlling device such as an iPhone etc., existing Comfort/Sport buttons remain active, which is great. I have yet to 'Calibrate' the iRC module which requires driving around (one time) for several miles including driving around turns, sharp turns and bumps etc.; the weather has been terrible in NJ hence it needs to wait till after Thanksgiving.
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2009 W211 E350 AMG Sport PKG
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08 BENZ E350
Nothing much G just checking in haha...I see your getting rid of your ride what's sup with that? Yeah I got me AG wheels I went with 20x10 front 20x11 rear I'm getting ready for next year
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08 BENZ E350
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2009 W211 E350 AMG Sport PKG
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From: Arizona
W211
Happens to the best of us! What you getting into next?
Just had a truck lose a 2x4 right in front of me while driving, broke my lip in half and them went under the car and ripped the rear diffuser off =\
Just had a truck lose a 2x4 right in front of me while driving, broke my lip in half and them went under the car and ripped the rear diffuser off =\
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2009 W211 E350 AMG Sport PKG
fuhhh...get an e63 front and i'll sell you my lip, homie hookup.
I just want something practical and weak suck. Accord, Civic, Prius..who knows. lol
Not sure, might end up keeping it if it turns out I'm losing too much. Or I might just get a change of heart and get an e46 m3 or LCI e90 335 MTech, pretty much get back into a bimmer.
whats good with you? how's tha 221 search comin?
scoop one of these up yet?
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From: Arizona
W211
Yea was thinking about it but I think I'm gonna just replace the lip and the diffuser is actually good just need to re-attach it
**** man I love the e96? M3's those are bad *****es! I wouldn't hate you if you got one.
I actually just picked up a 108! Was going to get the 220 but I wanted something a little different. I found a white 72 280SEL, AC power steering v8 one owner car super straight body and paint.
**** man I love the e96? M3's those are bad *****es! I wouldn't hate you if you got one.
I actually just picked up a 108! Was going to get the 220 but I wanted something a little different. I found a white 72 280SEL, AC power steering v8 one owner car super straight body and paint.
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Yea was thinking about it but I think I'm gonna just replace the lip and the diffuser is actually good just need to re-attach it
**** man I love the e96? M3's those are bad *****es! I wouldn't hate you if you got one.
I actually just picked up a 108! Was going to get the 220 but I wanted something a little different. I found a white 72 280SEL, AC power steering v8 one owner car super straight body and paint.
**** man I love the e96? M3's those are bad *****es! I wouldn't hate you if you got one.
I actually just picked up a 108! Was going to get the 220 but I wanted something a little different. I found a white 72 280SEL, AC power steering v8 one owner car super straight body and paint.
E46? or the E92?
When did you get the 108?!? Sickkkkkkkkkkkk!
Gonna thug this one out too?
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From: Arizona
W211
just this past week i got it, it's actually the owner of stutgart autohaus' car. he had two i asked if he would sell one and he said yea lol so i know it is well taken care of
i seen that video before i don't like the wheel choice, but i am going to re-paint and bag it as is. i have a friend out in the UK and he is in the military so i get state side shipping prices from him for things all the way out there. just gonna get the edm headlights and tails, maybe the rear fog and just clean it up and bag it.
this is my boy's RHD in LA, ****s real nice and probably a good chunk of the reason i bought the 108 over the 220
http://allthingsproper.com/2013/11/2...ercedes-280se/
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2009 W211 E350 AMG Sport PKG
e92! i actually like them both but the liberty walk is real nice on the 92
just this past week i got it, it's actually the owner of stutgart autohaus' car. he had two i asked if he would sell one and he said yea lol so i know it is well taken care of
i seen that video before i don't like the wheel choice, but i am going to re-paint and bag it as is. i have a friend out in the UK and he is in the military so i get state side shipping prices from him for things all the way out there. just gonna get the ddm headlights and tails, maybe the rear fog and just clean it up and bag it.
this is my boy's RHD in LA, ****s real nice and probably a good chunk of the reason i bought the 108 over the 220
http://allthingsproper.com/2013/11/2...ercedes-280se/
just this past week i got it, it's actually the owner of stutgart autohaus' car. he had two i asked if he would sell one and he said yea lol so i know it is well taken care of
i seen that video before i don't like the wheel choice, but i am going to re-paint and bag it as is. i have a friend out in the UK and he is in the military so i get state side shipping prices from him for things all the way out there. just gonna get the ddm headlights and tails, maybe the rear fog and just clean it up and bag it.
this is my boy's RHD in LA, ****s real nice and probably a good chunk of the reason i bought the 108 over the 220
http://allthingsproper.com/2013/11/2...ercedes-280se/
fuhhhhhh your homies ride is clean! all stock? just bagged? too clean, lmk when you get this thing on its frame. I have to check it out. nice pickup
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08 BENZ E350
Yeah I've been debating if I should wrap it I got a buddy of mine that wraps and will hook it up with a good deal will see.
I still love them HRE tho you still have them?
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Yeah understandable it is a big money pit. I'm kinda at that point too but I'm going to see how this next year goes.
Yeah I've been debating if I should wrap it I got a buddy of mine that wraps and will hook it up with a good deal will see.
I still love them HRE tho you still have them?
Yeah I've been debating if I should wrap it I got a buddy of mine that wraps and will hook it up with a good deal will see.
I still love them HRE tho you still have them?
still have my HRE's, yup.
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W211
yea pretty much he just fabled up the rear LCAs so it would lay, already talked to the low rider homies and they said they can do all the fab real easy.
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From: Blaine, WA
07 E320 Bluetec
Bilstein B16 iRC with real time damping control Update
iRC Module arrived a couple of days ago. Installed and mated (wireless) with my iPhone and ipod Touch; the module generates a WiFi signal for connecting to an Apple or Android device. I'll end up permanently installing an iPod Touch in the car to act as a live suspension display and controller; need to figure out exactly where, somewhere that does not clutter my uncluttered console, ideas anyone?
Spoke to Bilstein today and confirmed, in the absence of a signal/connection with a mobile controlling device such as an iPhone etc., existing Comfort/Sport buttons remain active, which is great. I have yet to 'Calibrate' the iRC module which requires driving around (one time) for several miles including driving around turns, sharp turns and bumps etc.; the weather has been terrible in NJ hence it needs to wait till after Thanksgiving.
Spoke to Bilstein today and confirmed, in the absence of a signal/connection with a mobile controlling device such as an iPhone etc., existing Comfort/Sport buttons remain active, which is great. I have yet to 'Calibrate' the iRC module which requires driving around (one time) for several miles including driving around turns, sharp turns and bumps etc.; the weather has been terrible in NJ hence it needs to wait till after Thanksgiving.
what can I say. The car, now equipped with the iRC control module is an amazing machine to drive especially in Auto Mode (Comfort or Sport); I have not even bothered to create my own damping programs yet, which offer further and infinite real time control. With 19" wheels, driving on NJ bumpy roads is now completely a new experience. The ride is even better than on my plain old OEM 16" wheels. The three-axis acceleration sensor is amazing; it reacts fast enough even to my kind of 'crazy' driving style, speed, road conditions, driving around curves, over pot holes, road bumps etc.. I did not believe it would be as good as it is. Agreed, it is an expensive setup from top to bottom, with no expense spared, but if you have a W211 with a standard suspension (not air), use larger wheels (18+), need a better ride, have deep pockets (perhaps a very generous Xmas bonus), this is worth every cent. I'll start a dedicated thread if I have time to take pictures of the real time damping system in action (on the iPhone app).
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Attachment 275890Drop on stock wheels
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