what size tires to use with 20" wheels?
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1998 Mercedes ML320; 1993 Mercedes 200CE Cabriolet
sorry I don't have any pictures, but I went with 275/45/20 and there is still a pretty large gap, especially in back. I have since decided to lower it, since I only occasionally drive in the snow and do not off road. Keep in mind, it looks good but I lost about 4 MPG cause of the tire size. If I could do it all again I probably would have gone even a touch taller, 275/55's. Again this is only to reduce the wheel gap. I think the stock ML's wheel gap too much, especially in the back. In a couple of weeks when I drop it I will post some pictures.
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2002 HSV ClubSport R8
Originally posted by Dj Mikey M
If I could do it all again I probably would have gone even a touch taller, 275/55's. Again this is only to reduce the wheel gap. I think the stock ML's wheel gap too much, especially in the back.
If I could do it all again I probably would have gone even a touch taller, 275/55's. Again this is only to reduce the wheel gap. I think the stock ML's wheel gap too much, especially in the back.
I'm (quite) sure that Intrax springs offer the lowest drop - 1.8" (or 45mm) Me thinks 20" wheels and a 45mm drop would make any ML look sweet!
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03 ML500
Where did you get your Front Guard?
Gonzo, where did you get that massive front Guard, they are awesome. I love it. Can you tell me the brand and price? thanks. Also, Does you 20" wheel and tire combo give you a harsh ride? What's the wheel and tire setup. Thanks.
Last edited by m500; Apr 14, 2003 at 03:09 AM.
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M500, I really don't know the manfacturer, they were installed by a Finnish company Demec (www.demec.fi). I suppose you contact them if you want more info.
And yes, the drive is pretty hard, but with such a low profile it was no surprise. I'll post the specs later.
Gonzo
And yes, the drive is pretty hard, but with such a low profile it was no surprise. I'll post the specs later.
Gonzo
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m500,
Thank you for your comment. It's lowered by about an inch, as I was told by the tech. The fenders are rolled as well and spacers are added. Brabus actually recommends either 295/40 or 295/45 for their 20" wheels.
A
Thank you for your comment. It's lowered by about an inch, as I was told by the tech. The fenders are rolled as well and spacers are added. Brabus actually recommends either 295/40 or 295/45 for their 20" wheels.
A
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03 ML500
Does this company have a English site?
Originally posted by The Great Gonzo
M500, I really don't know the manfacturer, they were installed by a Finnish company Demec (www.demec.fi). I suppose you contact them if you want more info.
And yes, the drive is pretty hard, but with such a low profile it was no surprise. I'll post the specs later.
Gonzo
M500, I really don't know the manfacturer, they were installed by a Finnish company Demec (www.demec.fi). I suppose you contact them if you want more info.
And yes, the drive is pretty hard, but with such a low profile it was no surprise. I'll post the specs later.
Gonzo
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m500, please write to info@demec.fi. I'm sure they will answer to your questions in English. I think they have quite a few foreign customers.
Gonzo
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Originally posted by The Great Gonzo
m500, please write to info@demec.fi. I'm sure they will answer to your questions in English. I think they have quite a few foreign customers.
Gonzo
m500, please write to info@demec.fi. I'm sure they will answer to your questions in English. I think they have quite a few foreign customers.
Gonzo
Thanks, I'll e-mail them. I'll let you all know what happend.
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03 ML500
Design changed for 2003
Originally posted by The Great Gonzo
m500, please write to info@demec.fi. I'm sure they will answer to your questions in English. I think they have quite a few foreign customers.
Gonzo
m500, please write to info@demec.fi. I'm sure they will answer to your questions in English. I think they have quite a few foreign customers.
Gonzo
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Picture of your ML with 20" prior dropping it?
Originally posted by Dj Mikey M
sorry I don't have any pictures, but I went with 275/45/20 and there is still a pretty large gap, especially in back. I have since decided to lower it, since I only occasionally drive in the snow and do not off road. Keep in mind, it looks good but I lost about 4 MPG cause of the tire size. If I could do it all again I probably would have gone even a touch taller, 275/55's. Again this is only to reduce the wheel gap. I think the stock ML's wheel gap too much, especially in the back. In a couple of weeks when I drop it I will post some pictures.
sorry I don't have any pictures, but I went with 275/45/20 and there is still a pretty large gap, especially in back. I have since decided to lower it, since I only occasionally drive in the snow and do not off road. Keep in mind, it looks good but I lost about 4 MPG cause of the tire size. If I could do it all again I probably would have gone even a touch taller, 275/55's. Again this is only to reduce the wheel gap. I think the stock ML's wheel gap too much, especially in the back. In a couple of weeks when I drop it I will post some pictures.
