glk questions has anyone ever converted a 4matic to rwd? how much lighter is a rwd gl
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glk questions has anyone ever converted a 4matic to rwd? how much lighter is a rwd gl
has anyone ever converted a glk350 4matic to rwd? how much lighter is a rwd glk? 3- Do factory rwd glk have lsd /posi????
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Extra tow capacity? Why? I don’t think so, you will have less since it’s all going through one differential , one drive shaft, one axle . Better handling? why? I don’t think so. Better braking? Why? I don’t think so. Better fuel economy? Yes a bit. The system is one of the lightest and most advanced systems. I think it would be a wasted expense to remove it. And you might leave things exposed that could cause more damage. Remove the drive shaft and wheel shafts and you have open splines that would collect everything . Resale value would drop. How much lighter, well the whole 4wd system is maybe only 200 lbs so you would not save much, maybe 100lb. And if it actually did everything better like you think then the specs from mb would show it.
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I've read approximately four threads in here about this - I mostly did the search cause I'm bored at the moment and a bit curious.
I would NEVER consider doing this. The expense and headache and the custom-built components required, and components that have to be swapped ... you're WAY better off selling your current GLK and buy a RWD version.
I have been home-wrenching autos and motorcycles for 40 years, including ground up restorations, including full rebuilds of various components. I would NEVER recommend doing this, even if you knew a professional shop that's done this 2+ times. Too risky, and whatever benefits you think there are, don't exist.
I would NEVER consider doing this. The expense and headache and the custom-built components required, and components that have to be swapped ... you're WAY better off selling your current GLK and buy a RWD version.
I have been home-wrenching autos and motorcycles for 40 years, including ground up restorations, including full rebuilds of various components. I would NEVER recommend doing this, even if you knew a professional shop that's done this 2+ times. Too risky, and whatever benefits you think there are, don't exist.
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better off just getting 2WD GLK (way cheaper). You'd need need different transmission and those need to be programmed to ECU.
If I had time I would try putting 550 2WD drivetrain from likes of E550, that'd be a cool AMG GLK.
If I had time I would try putting 550 2WD drivetrain from likes of E550, that'd be a cool AMG GLK.
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Get the RWD
I love this car so much. I drove my 2014 C300 between Austin and San Antonio a lot, great car, sportier, I tended to drive more aggressively. Switched to A 2015 GLK350 because I needed more room.
I love the RWD, such a plush, relaxing ride
I love the RWD, such a plush, relaxing ride
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ya iam imaging a better smoother quieter ride, just wanted someone that has driven both to confirm what iam imagining thx
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If I had to do it over or get used GLK I would go 2WD. It eliminates are few weak spots associated with 4matic.
But I must say that GLK AWD is excellent in snow. I have never gotten stuck on 20 inch all-seasons in snow/ice. Very impressive given the tires. The car must be a tank on proper snow tires.
But I must say that GLK AWD is excellent in snow. I have never gotten stuck on 20 inch all-seasons in snow/ice. Very impressive given the tires. The car must be a tank on proper snow tires.
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