SLK/R171: Which springs?
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Which springs?
Hi guys. im new to this forum. I own an SLK 280 (UK spec as im from Northern Ireland) and have 19inch carlsson alloys on it. I am looking at lowering the car but am unsure as to what is the best setup. what does everyone recommend? i will get pics up of my car later as im in work and dont have access to any.
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Originally Posted by N4PWJ
Hi guys. im new to this forum. I own an SLK 280 (UK spec as im from Northern Ireland) and have 19inch carlsson alloys on it. I am looking at lowering the car but am unsure as to what is the best setup. what does everyone recommend? i will get pics up of my car later as im in work and dont have access to any.
ps - the site looks amazing and some seriously nice motors on here!!
ps - the site looks amazing and some seriously nice motors on here!!
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From: SHERMAN OAKS, CALIFORNIA
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Wassup Fellas.. As Far As Springs Go, Wheelsperformance.com Told Me A Month Ago That Both Brabus Or Eibach's Have Made A Specific Springs For The Slk 280.. Go To Their Site And Call Them Up, Maybe They May Now Have It..
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H&R's for a more aggressive ride. Brabus/Eibach is the same thing, and will have a more OEM ride with the lowering. You asked about springs, so I won't talk about coilovers.
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Originally Posted by slktyperice
H&R's for a more aggressive ride. Brabus/Eibach is the same thing, and will have a more OEM ride with the lowering. You asked about springs, so I won't talk about coilovers.
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Originally Posted by Ynot
^^what he said, I have brabus and it's similiar to OEM ride, if that's what you want then go with brabus, with 19" wheels, another .2 inch lower doesn't hurt, go with H&R, it's cheaper and a little stiffer.
i think i will probably have to go with the H&R springs as my rear wheels are 10inches wide so dont want any buffing.
anyone know any prices offhand for the H&R springs and what do they drop the car?
thanks for the help guys.
ps Ynot if thats ur car it is absolutely stunning!!
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Originally Posted by N4PWJ
i had coilovers in old car an AUdi and they were very good, but the ride was a bit harsh even tho they were adjustable.
i think i will probably have to go with the H&R springs as my rear wheels are 10inches wide so dont want any buffing.
anyone know any prices offhand for the H&R springs and what do they drop the car?
thanks for the help guys.
ps Ynot if thats ur car it is absolutely stunning!!
i think i will probably have to go with the H&R springs as my rear wheels are 10inches wide so dont want any buffing.
anyone know any prices offhand for the H&R springs and what do they drop the car?
thanks for the help guys.
ps Ynot if thats ur car it is absolutely stunning!!
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ynot, i know this has been beaten to death, but just wanted to verify before i buy them...H&R springs + staggered 19's setup (19x8.5 235/35/19 front, 19x9.5 265/30/19 rear) with Toyo T1-R/T1-S tires...will not rub even when cornering hard?
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Originally Posted by slktyperice
ynot, i know this has been beaten to death, but just wanted to verify before i buy them...H&R springs + staggered 19's setup (19x8.5 235/35/19 front, 19x9.5 265/30/19 rear) with Toyo T1-R/T1-S tires...will not rub even when cornering hard?
Should work, mine are 10" with 31mm offset, your 9.5" with 35mm should have enough clearance for both front and back. http://www.1010tires.com/WheelOffsetCalculator.asp (thank god for the internet). I don't rub anymore even while cornering hard.
