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Old 11-30-2010, 12:16 PM
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Lowering E550

Iv been pondering the thought of lowering my ride ('07).

I curious of the different ways.

i know of STAR but dont know the cost and what dealer/mechanic that does it. or the advantages of going this route.

i also heard of the washer method but dont know if the same rules apply to my car.
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...rop-car-4.html

and i know there are springs to lower it.

Can anyone who has done this (pretty much most of you) explain the methods, pricing, alignment, and issues on any and all methods.

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where are you located?
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well...you can't have star lower it if your on springs and vice versa....do you have airmatic? You can get lowering links from me for $200...brand new or I have a lowering module which is used for $400
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All E550's come from the factory with Airmatic.

I asked where he's located b/c if he's in Calif, go to Harbor Motorsports. They have a unique way of doing it .. everything is left stock .. no STAR crap .. doesn't void warranty.
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I would go with links...I have them on my car...no problems
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Originally Posted by Vik888
All E550's come from the factory with Airmatic.

I asked where he's located b/c if he's in Calif, go to Harbor Motorsports. They have a unique way of doing it .. everything is left stock .. no STAR crap .. doesn't void warranty.
How much does this run? Any loss of ride quality... ?
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I don't think HMS wants me to post the cost, you can call and ask .. ask to speak to Edison.

I actually WANTED a firmer ride b/c I find the Airmatic bouncy and it gave me that. Its not too firm though .. still better ride than a BMW.
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