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Old Feb 5, 2004 | 12:41 AM
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Best 19inch solution for W210 E55

What is the best 19 inch solution for the W210 E55? I'm looking for a solution that does not change the suspension geometry or adversely affects handling. Then I'd like to lower the car by swapping the MBZ shims for thinner ones. Any problem with that?
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Old Feb 7, 2004 | 10:02 AM
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depends on the weather
what is the question ????????
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Old Feb 10, 2004 | 12:13 AM
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Luke:

Sorry about that. What I hear is that some 19inch wheels require spacers, etc. Are there any 19-inch wheels for the 210 E55 that bolt right in without mods? Also does lowering the car by means of shorter springs cause any problems with the steering geometry?

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Old Feb 10, 2004 | 05:13 PM
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I have been very happy with my 19 inch ssr gt3. these are 8.5 in front and 9.5 in the rear.

they did not need spacers, but I did end up ordering the hubcentric spacers from luke for a little more aggressive stance.

i have 245's in the front and 275 in the rears on my e55.

good luck.

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