SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: Replaced trunk struts!
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From: Texas
2003 CL55
Anyone ever try the "upgraded" Stabilus struts instead of the exact OEM replacement? Found both here:
http://www.autopartsdeal.com/catalog...t+Lift+Support
http://www.autopartsdeal.com/catalog...t+Lift+Support
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E63 Biturbo, UPD Cold Air induction kit, UPD performance crank pulley and UPD adjustable rear suspension with ride height adjustment.
CL55 UPD Cold Air Boost kit, UPD 3000 stall converter, UPD 77mm SC clutched pulley and beltwrap kit, Custom long tubes, UPD crank pulley , UPD suspension kit, UPD SC pulley, Aux. HE, Trunk tank w/rule 2000 pump, Mezeire pump, UPD 5pc idler set, Aluminum rotor hats.
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instagram @ultimate_pd
facebook.com/ultimatepd
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Joined: Jul 2017
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From: San Juan PR
SL55 CL600 and 335D (rip flood) 325ci
I just bought these Stabilus units and am super happy. Don't be afraid to do this it is SUPER easy. Small flat screwdriver. Fixed a daily annoyance with the car for about $80 shipped
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Joined: May 2021
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From: Tucson, AZ
2004 sl55, 2005 GX470, 2004 XJ8
HELP!! I'm Stuck - solution found
When using the actual key inserted into the trunk lid to disconnect from the main supports, I had forgotten to remove the metal key from the trunk. If you do so, the entire roof system is frozen!
Last edited by 58yearoldinSL55; Aug 5, 2021 at 03:14 PM. Reason: Solved
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Joined: Mar 2023
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From: Slovenia
CLS 55 2006, SL 500 2006, CL 500 2013
Hi, any chance to say, how should be replacement done, pls?
I have got this small gas strut for rear shelf...there is a tension cable...
Thank You
I have got this small gas strut for rear shelf...there is a tension cable...
Thank You
Last edited by Blaz; Mar 28, 2023 at 03:45 PM.
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Joined: May 2021
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From: Tucson, AZ
2004 sl55, 2005 GX470, 2004 XJ8
I did this a year ago, but it was pretty simple. The biggest trick was to decide just when in the 'convertible top opening process' to turn the key OFF to 'freeze' the various moving parts so that you could access the smallest strut. The other three were pretty easy, it was just the small one that took some good timing. Don't forget that the system will time you out after a certain period of time if you stop the process by turning off the key - if you are delayed, just tap the key on and off so that the timer resets and gives you another period of time to finish the install.
