SL/R230: LOWERING LINKS ?
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To install you will need 2 screwdrivers flats.
You lift the bumper strip with one just a little bit all the way at the end so you can get the other one in and push on the clamp to release the original.
Very easy to do. If you want I can take pictures tomm. and show on pictures how it is done.
Here is the link of where I got mine.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...171|240%3A1318
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From: In a VAN down by the river
His wifes head hard into the headboard nightly!!
I'm very happy with the look and fit. They improved the look 100 times.
To install you will need 2 screwdrivers flats.
You lift the bumper strip with one just a little bit all the way at the end so you can get the other one in and push on the clamp to release the original.
Very easy to do. If you want I can take pictures tomm. and show on pictures how it is done.
Here is the link of where I got mine.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...171|240%3A1318
To install you will need 2 screwdrivers flats.
You lift the bumper strip with one just a little bit all the way at the end so you can get the other one in and push on the clamp to release the original.
Very easy to do. If you want I can take pictures tomm. and show on pictures how it is done.
Here is the link of where I got mine.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...171|240%3A1318
Are you running just clear bulbs or silver and flash orange when on?
Last edited by VendettaMB; Jun 19, 2009 at 12:08 AM.
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I will take pictures tomm. as soon as I'm done with work.
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His wifes head hard into the headboard nightly!!
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I will make sure I provide as much info on this forum as I can with lots of pix and everything else.
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Kamil...car looks great! The 030 (aka the SL65 wheels) wheels you have there are definately perfect for the car, and with the anthracite centers it really goes well on a light colored car. I wouldn't get rid of them; the only thing I don't like abut them is their size (9.5" rear is slightly too narrow for the MPS 295 rear tire) and the weight..they are extremely heavy.
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Kamil...car looks great! The 030 (aka the SL65 wheels) wheels you have there are definately perfect for the car, and with the anthracite centers it really goes well on a light colored car. I wouldn't get rid of them; the only thing I don't like abut them is their size (9.5" rear is slightly too narrow for the MPS 295 rear tire) and the weight..they are extremely heavy.
I'm also thinking about doing the headlight mod to get them black on the inside to match the carbon spoiler, lip, and wheels.
I will post a DIY thread on the lights when I get to them later on this week.
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I decided to keep the wheels and try something diff. maybe next year. I also like the look. I will focus more on trying to buy some go fast parts so I can have them laying around ready for next year.
I'm also thinking about doing the headlight mod to get them black on the inside to match the carbon spoiler, lip, and wheels.
I will post a DIY thread on the lights when I get to them later on this week.
I'm also thinking about doing the headlight mod to get them black on the inside to match the carbon spoiler, lip, and wheels.
I will post a DIY thread on the lights when I get to them later on this week.
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His wifes head hard into the headboard nightly!!
What are your thoughts about lowering cars using these links ?
http://www.adjustableairride.com/index.php
http://www.adjustableairride.com/index.php
AWESOME, and John the owner just put mine back in after he installed my new AM Forged Wheels! super great honest and So knowledgable!!
a few quik pics
wheels are 20" with a 5" rear lip, 3 piece forged. no rub issues, Alex at AM Forged hooked me up
pm if u want his contact info
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whare my thoughts......LOL
AWESOME, and John the owner just put mine back in after he installed my new AM Forged Wheels! super great honest and So knowledgable!!
a few quik pics
wheels are 20" with a 5" rear lip, 3 piece forged. no rub issues, Alex at AM Forged hooked me up
pm if u want his contact info
AWESOME, and John the owner just put mine back in after he installed my new AM Forged Wheels! super great honest and So knowledgable!!
a few quik pics
wheels are 20" with a 5" rear lip, 3 piece forged. no rub issues, Alex at AM Forged hooked me up
pm if u want his contact info
https://mbworld.org/forums/sl-class-...new-shoes.html
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I have a brand new set of Ajustable Air Ride for the R230. Never installed. (Decided not to drop the car given our roads here in the NE.
$280 Shipped for the first one who paypals. PM if interested.
$280 Shipped for the first one who paypals.
PM if interested.
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good luck , you'll make a member happy
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Update!
Soo, spring time is here... anyone want to give an update on how these links are holding up in the longer term? Im hoping John still has these availible as i will be ordering a set shortly.
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[QUOTE=Late;4010479]Soo, spring time is here... anyone want to give an update on how these links are holding up in the longer term? Im hoping John still has these availible as i will be
ordering a set shortly.[/QU
They r fantastic. Order them u will be happy.
ordering a set shortly.[/QU
They r fantastic. Order them u will be happy.
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I put them in last weekend, and let me just say that this is the best mod for the money on this car... thank god i didn't go with the electronic programmer.
The Stock links are a real bi*ch to take off but working with the new links and being able to remove them so easiely so that you can fine tune your ride height is amazing. Trying to get some pics of my car up this weekend.
Great product and well worth the money
The Stock links are a real bi*ch to take off but working with the new links and being able to remove them so easiely so that you can fine tune your ride height is amazing. Trying to get some pics of my car up this weekend.
Great product and well worth the money
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Ok, Just to resurrect this thread once more.....
I am really considering getting some as well. I found a local guy who will do it for me. Any adverse outcomes? Tire wear, rubbing etc? Thank you.
