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SLS/R197/C197 AMG: Suspension options

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Old 10-05-2014, 04:52 PM
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Suspension options

Considering a SLS and one thing I'd like to change is the ride height - purely for cosmetics. Performance gains don't matter much as I've other toys for that but I'd rather not compromise on comfort.

Options and experiences much appreciated.
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I have H&R 1" drop springs. Car looks much better and IMO rides a little softer, took some harshness on bumps out. Rides great.
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Excellent. What year is your car? Any pictures? Do you run spacers as well?
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Car is a 2011, I do not have spacers.
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Originally Posted by Boostedj27
Car is a 2011, I do not have spacers.
I hear over time the struts leak. Any issues on your car?
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Many people replace just the springs and not the struts. This fine however your stock struts were not meant to take the new adjustments so they will not last as long as the struts being on stock springs. It also depends on how you drive and how often.

I guess it depends who you ask but being in this business, it is quite normal to see many customer's just change out the spring. I have had them ask me for new struts later down the road but i also have many customer's who are totally fine with it.

Let me know if you are interested in the H&R springs and I will get you a good price.

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Many people replace just the springs and not the struts. This fine however your stock struts were not meant to take the new adjustments so they will not last as long as the struts being on stock springs. It also depends on how you drive and how often.

I guess it depends who you ask but being in this business, it is quite normal to see many customer's just change out the spring. I have had them ask me for new struts later down the road but i also have many customer's who are totally fine with it.

Let me know if you are interested in the H&R springs and I will get you a good price.

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Vivid racing!, pm me a price on a set
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Originally Posted by bryce
Considering a SLS and one thing I'd like to change is the ride height - purely for cosmetics. Performance gains don't matter much as I've other toys for that but I'd rather not compromise on comfort.

Options and experiences much appreciated.
Hello,

BRABUS also has a set of springs for the SLS. 1" drop.

Retail is $1095.00. Please PM us for MB Member pricing.

Thank you!

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