SLK/R171: Suspension question...
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Suspension question...
I have a 2006 SLK 350 Sport. I'm about to slap some 19's on it. Anyone have any experience with lowering the SLK? I don't wanna do coilovers..well maybe, but I'm thinking just springs for now. Car has low miles so the shocks are like new.
Which springs give a proper and even drop? Thanks!
Mike
Which springs give a proper and even drop? Thanks!
Mike
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Try Eibach springs...
As far as i know they have springs for the 350 they lowered the car for 1inch (front/rear).
If you wanna go lower i recommend a whole suspension system.
As far as i know they have springs for the 350 they lowered the car for 1inch (front/rear).
If you wanna go lower i recommend a whole suspension system.
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You are welcome (Bitte 
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H&R is also not bad but Eibach is a bit better in my opinion.
May H&R have spings they lower your car for 1.4in.
But if you wanna put 19" on it may with 1in. lowering you do a better choose for the comfort...
).H&R is also not bad but Eibach is a bit better in my opinion.
May H&R have spings they lower your car for 1.4in.
But if you wanna put 19" on it may with 1in. lowering you do a better choose for the comfort...
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What is your objective? Is it a lower look that you are after or is it to improve handling? If the latter, what will be the primary use of the lowered vehicle? In any case, you might want to talk with an experienced suspension engineer for best results. Messing with suspension geometry can be tricky.
I have a 2006 SLK 350 Sport. I'm about to slap some 19's on it. Anyone have any experience with lowering the SLK? I don't wanna do coilovers..well maybe, but I'm thinking just springs for now. Car has low miles so the shocks are like new.
Which springs give a proper and even drop? Thanks!
Mike
Which springs give a proper and even drop? Thanks!
Mike
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I've had lowering springs installed shortly after owning the SLK. It's been about 5 years now and still no problems. But I don't drive much ~13,000 miles
