SL/R230: TWS Lowering Module...anybody use one?
12-27-2005, 11:24 AM
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2005 SL600 Designo, Graphite Gray, Panorama Roof
TWS Lowering Module...anybody use one?
Anyone ever use the TWS lowering module on an SL? Would liek feedback on it and pricing.
12-28-2005, 02:07 AM
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It is a hardware solution. I had it on my S class and SL. Works well, I never had any problems. Great price.
Ignore the idiots that say lowering ABC/Airmatic cars via hardware causes suspension problems. ABC/Airmatic cars have been failing since the MY2000 S and CL's. And for the record, I never had any problems when I lowered my cars.
Lastly, if you drop it really low, like my SL (20" wheels were tucking), on the lowest setting, the ride is bouncy. I alleviated it by driving the car in the 1st raised setting.
Ignore the idiots that say lowering ABC/Airmatic cars via hardware causes suspension problems. ABC/Airmatic cars have been failing since the MY2000 S and CL's. And for the record, I never had any problems when I lowered my cars.
Lastly, if you drop it really low, like my SL (20" wheels were tucking), on the lowest setting, the ride is bouncy. I alleviated it by driving the car in the 1st raised setting.
12-28-2005, 10:40 AM
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Originally Posted by jl88
It is a hardware solution. I had it on my S class and SL. Works well, I never had any problems. Great price.
Ignore the idiots that say lowering ABC/Airmatic cars via hardware causes suspension problems. ABC/Airmatic cars have been failing since the MY2000 S and CL's. And for the record, I never had any problems when I lowered my cars.
Lastly, if you drop it really low, like my SL (20" wheels were tucking), on the lowest setting, the ride is bouncy. I alleviated it by driving the car in the 1st raised setting.
Ignore the idiots that say lowering ABC/Airmatic cars via hardware causes suspension problems. ABC/Airmatic cars have been failing since the MY2000 S and CL's. And for the record, I never had any problems when I lowered my cars.
Lastly, if you drop it really low, like my SL (20" wheels were tucking), on the lowest setting, the ride is bouncy. I alleviated it by driving the car in the 1st raised setting.
12-28-2005, 02:25 PM
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I think the retail cost for installation is $500-600.
It entails jacking up the front of the car and switching out a stock component with an adjustable one. This part is near the suspension in the wheel well. Lowering the rear involves moving the sensor.
It takes about an hour since you its a bit difficult to get the height even on all sides.
It entails jacking up the front of the car and switching out a stock component with an adjustable one. This part is near the suspension in the wheel well. Lowering the rear involves moving the sensor.
It takes about an hour since you its a bit difficult to get the height even on all sides.
12-29-2005, 07:32 AM
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