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Frankly - consider me your "link" - the "C" represents where it is positioned in the GL-SUV lineup - a nomenclature thing and easy for it to be misrepresented.
E-Class chassis with a "shorter" rear end..
If you run into anyone else that is/has been part of the MBUSI Retail Focus Group - let me know..
E-Class chassis with a "shorter" rear end..
If you run into anyone else that is/has been part of the MBUSI Retail Focus Group - let me know..
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The GLC itself is a mishmash of Mercedes componentry, specifically the chassis and mechanical bits of the E-Class and the interior and electronics from the C-Class. We find this to be a particularly brilliant way to build a crossover.
You may be wondering what the hell, exactly, the GLC is. Most simply, it's the replacement to the GLK. More completely, it's a crossover with a C-Class-architecture front-end, an E-Class-architecture mid-section, and a completely new rear end — all re-jiggered to work in a taller, more capable form factor.
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Frankly - consider me your "link" - the "C" represents where it is positioned in the GL-SUV lineup - a nomenclature thing and easy for it to be misrepresented.
E-Class chassis with a "shorter" rear end..
If you run into anyone else that is/has been part of the MBUSI Retail Focus Group - let me know..
E-Class chassis with a "shorter" rear end..
If you run into anyone else that is/has been part of the MBUSI Retail Focus Group - let me know..
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Its a piece of cake for those with air suspension.. Lots of youtube videos on how to lower your Merc with air suspension using lowering links.
There are a couple of pics in the GLC43/63 forum of JustinS car which has been lowered. It looks awesome!
There are a couple of pics in the GLC43/63 forum of JustinS car which has been lowered. It looks awesome!
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do u have any links to those videos? I have air sus..
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Unfortunately, I don't have the air suspension.
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I have the coupe so I think it will have its own interesting look. Also, I'm just trying to take an inch or so off, so hopefully it will still look/feel pretty much the same, just slightly more planted.
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Haven't had any luck finding springs in the US. Checked with tirerack.com and H&R directly and neither had parts. They confirmed that the GLK and GLC have different part numbers. Renntech doesn't seem to have anything either.
I looked at the Brabus website, and it's a bit confusing to navigate, but the model number they do have for the GLC (253-004-00) doesn't show up anywhere to actually buy on the site or elsewhere.
Any suggestions?
I looked at the Brabus website, and it's a bit confusing to navigate, but the model number they do have for the GLC (253-004-00) doesn't show up anywhere to actually buy on the site or elsewhere.
Any suggestions?
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Haven't had any luck finding springs in the US. Checked with tirerack.com and H&R directly and neither had parts. They confirmed that the GLK and GLC have different part numbers. Renntech doesn't seem to have anything either.
I looked at the Brabus website, and it's a bit confusing to navigate, but the model number they do have for the GLC (253-004-00) doesn't show up anywhere to actually buy on the site or elsewhere.
Any suggestions?
I looked at the Brabus website, and it's a bit confusing to navigate, but the model number they do have for the GLC (253-004-00) doesn't show up anywhere to actually buy on the site or elsewhere.
Any suggestions?
ive talk to APTires, they will make adjustable links for me, all I need to do is to give them the measurements
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Haven't had any luck finding springs in the US. Checked with tirerack.com and H&R directly and neither had parts. They confirmed that the GLK and GLC have different part numbers. Renntech doesn't seem to have anything either.
I looked at the Brabus website, and it's a bit confusing to navigate, but the model number they do have for the GLC (253-004-00) doesn't show up anywhere to actually buy on the site or elsewhere.
Any suggestions?
I looked at the Brabus website, and it's a bit confusing to navigate, but the model number they do have for the GLC (253-004-00) doesn't show up anywhere to actually buy on the site or elsewhere.
Any suggestions?
It'll be online on our website this week. If you want to get a head start, just call in +1-561-845-7888 to order it.
The HSM also works for the W213 - E43AMG.
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Our Hand-Held Suspension Module, which we released for the S-Class, also works with the GLC Models equipped with the Air-Suspension (Air-Body-Control).
It'll be online on our website this week. If you want to get a head start, just call in +1-561-845-7888 to order it.
The HSM also works for the W213 - E43AMG.
It'll be online on our website this week. If you want to get a head start, just call in +1-561-845-7888 to order it.
The HSM also works for the W213 - E43AMG.
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So the good news is that I was able to source some Brabus springs through Scuderia (part number 253-004-00) but now I'm struggling to find a place to install them. I've contact a handful of local shops north of Boston, but so far the ones that have responded say they don't do that kind of work or they won't do it on a new Mercedes. 
Any suggestions for finding a reputable place nearby? From what I read, it's not that hard, you just need to space and tools (things I don't have living in a small condo), so I'm surprised shops aren't interested in some quick money.
At this point, I'm almost willing to go to Meineke down the block...almost.
Any suggestions for finding a reputable place nearby? From what I read, it's not that hard, you just need to space and tools (things I don't have living in a small condo), so I'm surprised shops aren't interested in some quick money.
At this point, I'm almost willing to go to Meineke down the block...almost.
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Hey shadownddust,
Just wondering if you had any luck lowering your GLC. I'm in the same boat. Just bought a GLC 300 Coupe and put new rims and tires on it. Looks fantastic but I wish the it was lowered an inch or two.
Thanks!
Mike
Just wondering if you had any luck lowering your GLC. I'm in the same boat. Just bought a GLC 300 Coupe and put new rims and tires on it. Looks fantastic but I wish the it was lowered an inch or two.
Thanks!
Mike
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Also, the brakes have been screeching, so I'm taking care of that next week first.
