SLK/R170: lowering slk230
05-16-2003, 09:42 AM
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btw , with the 18" wheels , how is the handling ?
The handling is great!! you won't belive the speed i have through the corners!
It is really superb the only downside is that you have to be more careful on the "not so well taken care of roads".....
But i'll live!
My GF actully thought that the car was more comfortable to ride in..
The handling is great!! you won't belive the speed i have through the corners!
It is really superb the only downside is that you have to be more careful on the "not so well taken care of roads".....
But i'll live!
My GF actully thought that the car was more comfortable to ride in..
05-16-2003, 07:07 PM
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Doesnt make much sense that a H&R cup kit would feel more comfortable then a stock height. I'm sure handling is much better though. Btw, did u use a camber kit of any sort?? How long have you had the H&R cup kit and have tires on the inner walls been wearing out yet?
this was stated on the H&R site:
Additionally, since cup-kits have such a low ride height, camber measurements will be negative. Negative camber causes quicker wear and camber adjusting devices will be necessary in most applications.
Also IMO, 18"s ride slightly rougher and it feels as though they tend to fall into the cracks and crevices in comparison to stock 16s. On another note the car also feels less responsive, but I'm guessing that its because of the wider tires in the front and rear. Stability in cornering has increased substantially though.
this was stated on the H&R site:
Additionally, since cup-kits have such a low ride height, camber measurements will be negative. Negative camber causes quicker wear and camber adjusting devices will be necessary in most applications.
Also IMO, 18"s ride slightly rougher and it feels as though they tend to fall into the cracks and crevices in comparison to stock 16s. On another note the car also feels less responsive, but I'm guessing that its because of the wider tires in the front and rear. Stability in cornering has increased substantially though.
Originally posted by Pelle75
I could recommend H&Rs Cup Kit the comfort in the car is much better and it lowers more than the H&R springs. Looks good with 18" Carlsson 2/5 brilliant edition wheels
More pics of the car when all modifications are done
I could recommend H&Rs Cup Kit the comfort in the car is much better and it lowers more than the H&R springs. Looks good with 18" Carlsson 2/5 brilliant edition wheels
More pics of the car when all modifications are done
05-17-2003, 02:03 AM
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thx all the advice
finally , i make a decision to take the h&r cup kit for my slk
well , if i have extra $$$ , i would take an aftermarket exhaust
finally , i make a decision to take the h&r cup kit for my slk
well , if i have extra $$$ , i would take an aftermarket exhaust
05-17-2003, 09:06 AM
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MB SLK 230 kompressor -01, MB C32 AMG -02
Originally posted by mJstk01
Doesnt make much sense that a H&R cup kit would feel more comfortable then a stock height. I'm sure handling is much better though. Btw, did u use a camber kit of any sort?? How long have you had the H&R cup kit and have tires on the inner walls been wearing out yet?
this was stated on the H&R site:
Additionally, since cup-kits have such a low ride height, camber measurements will be negative. Negative camber causes quicker wear and camber adjusting devices will be necessary in most applications.
Also IMO, 18"s ride slightly rougher and it feels as though they tend to fall into the cracks and crevices in comparison to stock 16s. On another note the car also feels less responsive, but I'm guessing that its because of the wider tires in the front and rear. Stability in cornering has increased substantially though.
Doesnt make much sense that a H&R cup kit would feel more comfortable then a stock height. I'm sure handling is much better though. Btw, did u use a camber kit of any sort?? How long have you had the H&R cup kit and have tires on the inner walls been wearing out yet?
this was stated on the H&R site:
Additionally, since cup-kits have such a low ride height, camber measurements will be negative. Negative camber causes quicker wear and camber adjusting devices will be necessary in most applications.
Also IMO, 18"s ride slightly rougher and it feels as though they tend to fall into the cracks and crevices in comparison to stock 16s. On another note the car also feels less responsive, but I'm guessing that its because of the wider tires in the front and rear. Stability in cornering has increased substantially though.
Yes I have to adjust the camber but I have to wait until the springs are set. Just lowering the car 3 days ago
The handling is superb and I dont have to worry about bumps or cracks in the road the car is high enough.
05-18-2003, 12:19 AM
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Originally posted by Pelle75
The handling is superb and I dont have to worry about bumps or cracks in the road the car is high enough. [/B]
The handling is superb and I dont have to worry about bumps or cracks in the road the car is high enough.
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I was too afraid of this problem , coz I got bad time with my ex-lowering prelude be4 ..
