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Apr 24, 2014 | 08:30 PM

sparrow13

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raise suspension

Hi, is there something to raise the suspension at least 3 centimeters? I would like 30cm between the ground and the chassis, my glk have 27 cm, thanks.

Apr 25, 2014 | 04:06 PM

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'14 GLK250

You could increase tire diameter. Going to 235/55/19 (if you have 19s) would give you an extra inch/2.54cm I believe.

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Apr 25, 2014 | 04:20 PM

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Thanks, I have wheels 19 with progressive tires FA 235/50 RA 255/45

Apr 25, 2014 | 04:26 PM

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Sorry, I'm wrong on that. Total tire diameter would go up about an inch, but only half of that would be between the ground and the wheel hub/suspension. So that'd buy you half an inch/1.2cm

Apr 25, 2014 | 04:32 PM

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OK but, are you sure that is not a problem? Is there enough space between the tire and the shock absorber from the inner side?

Apr 26, 2014 | 02:48 PM

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I've not measured, so I can't say for sure, but I wouldn't expect an issue increasing diameter that little, other than your spedometer will be off. I believe I've seen posts on here where folks went larger with their winter tire setup.