Need help with lowering
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From: Los Angeles
2014 E550, 2015 E63S, 2017 G63 - RIP
Need help with lowering
Would like to lower my 2011 E550 via links; looking for a reputable shop in Los Angeles area to do the job.
Your help is highly appreciated!
-fallen
Your help is highly appreciated!
-fallen
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Super Member
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 501
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From: Los Angeles
2014 E550, 2015 E63S, 2017 G63 - RIP
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Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 501
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From: Los Angeles
2014 E550, 2015 E63S, 2017 G63 - RIP
OK, if no one can recommend a shop in Southern Cali maybe someone can share steps/instructions on how to do it yourself?
Your help is highly appreciated!
Your help is highly appreciated!
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MB W212; NISSAN R35; BMW E60
The proper way to lower this vehicle on air suspension is actually by modifying the target ride height set by the factory computer.
H&R has a kit ($2100
) that plugs directly into the factory ECU. Personally I think this is ridiculous. Those with access to the ECU can also change the settings - the dealer can do it if you ask real nicely or you can go aftermarket.
Try SP Engineering 626-333-5398 in Industry - they can most likely do it for you as they have access to the computer.
Good luck!
BTW I lowered my E55 this way, but just ended up replacing 2 bumpers on my driveway - something to think about
H&R has a kit ($2100
) that plugs directly into the factory ECU. Personally I think this is ridiculous. Those with access to the ECU can also change the settings - the dealer can do it if you ask real nicely or you can go aftermarket.Try SP Engineering 626-333-5398 in Industry - they can most likely do it for you as they have access to the computer.
Good luck!
BTW I lowered my E55 this way, but just ended up replacing 2 bumpers on my driveway - something to think about
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Current: 2011 W212 Previous: 2008 W211 2006 550 2001 Rover 1997 W210
Harbor Motorsports in Westminster.
Ask for John.
They do all the work on my cars and work for a number of forum members here.
Might be a little bit of a distance from you but I wouldnt go anywhere else.
Ask for John.
They do all the work on my cars and work for a number of forum members here.
Might be a little bit of a distance from you but I wouldnt go anywhere else.
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Black W212 E550
I live in NorCal (so I can't recommend anyone for you)and have used links because of the stories I have heard about failures from one of the big name electronic lower kits , once I set it I never had a desire to change. I know the older E classes can be lowered with Diagnostics but I haven't heard of anyone doing it on W212 E550. Would be interested in an info or experience anyone has.
