SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: SL55 strut question
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SL55 strut question
Hello everyone!
Recently my ABS lights turned on and I am currently looking to replace my struts. In my search to save a few bucks I heard that the sl55 and sl500 struts were the same. Someone mentioned that the only difference was the AMG sticker on the sl55 struts and that aside from that they are identical. Can anyone confirm this?? The only thing I know for sure is that they both have separate part numbers. I would really appreciate any members help on this one.
Recently my ABS lights turned on and I am currently looking to replace my struts. In my search to save a few bucks I heard that the sl55 and sl500 struts were the same. Someone mentioned that the only difference was the AMG sticker on the sl55 struts and that aside from that they are identical. Can anyone confirm this?? The only thing I know for sure is that they both have separate part numbers. I would really appreciate any members help on this one.
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2005 S55, 2006 SL55, 2002 S8, 1999 M3 convertible, 1994 928GTS, 1992 500E
Try to keep in mind that the ride height settings for the AMG models are different than those of the stock non-AMG.
When you realize there are ride height sensors in the struts themselves, you might reconsider ad hoc replacement.
When you realize there are ride height sensors in the struts themselves, you might reconsider ad hoc replacement.
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This is the kind of information i was looking for! Ok, so rather than bending over at the dealership.. anyone know where i can pick up a good rebuild kit? I found the strut tool on the forum already and also some helpful tips. Im still a little uncertain on weather or not im gonna need the "STAR" or if i could get away with bleeding the system somehow. As you can tell im a newb when it comes to these struts but not a noob to working on cars. With that said im a little hesitant on taking apart a 3000psi bomb without a little input.
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'09 S600, (2) R129 300SLs, '03 SL500, '03 SL55
