W220 4Matic Upper Control Arm Material
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2012 S350 Bluetec, 2014 GLK250 Bluetec, 2000 CLK320 Cabrio
W220 4Matic Upper Control Arm Material
Does anybody know what metal the control arms should be made of? The ones on my car look to be aluminum (likely the ones from the factory) but the replacements seem to be a different metal (steel?). I have concerns about putting something heavier (or made from a different material than specs) than what came from the factory. I haven't installed them yet, I am just in the process of prepping for the job. Any insight appreciated.
(Side Note - The pictures of the OEM Arms look black as well as the replacements I have in hand)
(Side Note - The pictures of the OEM Arms look black as well as the replacements I have in hand)
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2012 S350 Bluetec, 2014 GLK250 Bluetec, 2000 CLK320 Cabrio