Recommended Lowering Springs

CTE55AMG · 12-10-2008, 10:34 PM

Not looking for the slammed look, by maybe 1.00 front and 1.25 rear. I hear H&R's are good but others say Vogtland are good as well. Any advise would be appreciated.

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soldier2304 · 12-10-2008, 10:58 PM

Ive always gone with H&R. H&R for me...

nick 55 · 12-10-2008, 11:34 PM

I have H&R and love them, I originally started with my #3 spring pads, but will swap for #1s in the spring.

Nick

LeeRod80 · 12-11-2008, 12:05 AM

Sorry, what are #3 or #1 pads? I'm new...

MARK CUMMINS · 12-11-2008, 12:07 AM

H/Rs with #1 bump spring pads also added Bilstein Sport shocks
Great ride...Low but not Slammed

Couple of Pics

http://www.mbenznl.nl/index.php?opti...id=28&catid=28

maxwerks · 12-11-2008, 12:28 AM

I am selling my H&R s b the way in case you decide to go with these. They are listed in the classifieds.

LeeRod80 · 12-11-2008, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MARK CUMMINS

H/Rs with #1 bump spring pads also added Bilstein Sport shocks
Great ride...Low but not Slammed

Couple of Pics

http://www.mbenznl.nl/index.php?opti...id=28&catid=28

I hate you and your BEAUTIFUL beast! hahaha

I'll like how yours sits. I want the same set up.

nick 55 · 12-11-2008, 12:58 AM

The #pads refer to the upper spring pads that sit in the spring perches and are used to make small ride height adjustments without changing spring rates or lengths. The smaller the number, the thinner they are, from 5 to 1. Most US E55s came with #3 pads all around.

Nick

LeeRod80 · 12-11-2008, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nick 55

The #pads refer to the upper spring pads that sit in the spring perches and are used to make small ride height adjustments without changing spring rates or lengths. The smaller the number, the thinner they are, from 5 to 1. Most US E55s came with #3 pads all around.

Nick

Thanks bro!

I'm learning SO much on these forums. You guys REALLY know your stuff!

SleepersRock · 12-11-2008, 08:08 PM

Does anyone have pictures of a stock suspension setup with #1 pads all around? How much can you really drop in ride hide from just pads?

jimmydagreek · 12-15-2008, 03:39 AM

Had H&R's and although nice, a bit of a harsh ride if you're not tracking the car. I fell in love with the ride from my Eibach Pro's and Bilstein Sport shocks with #1 pads all around. Trust me, you can't go wrong with this set up!

Nocturnal-G · 12-15-2008, 05:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimmydagreek

Had H&R's and although nice, a bit of a harsh ride if you're not tracking the car. I fell in love with the ride from my Eibach Pro's and Bilstein Sport shocks with #1 pads all around. Trust me, you can't go wrong with this set up!

Same setup I'm going with Jimsta! Eibach FTW.

JamE55 · 12-15-2008, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MARK CUMMINS

H/Rs with #1 bump spring pads also added Bilstein Sport shocks
Great ride...Low but not Slammed

Couple of Pics

http://www.mbenznl.nl/index.php?opti...id=28&catid=28

ThisManIsNoLie.

ABALONE · 12-16-2008, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimmydagreek

Had H&R's and although nice, a bit of a harsh ride if you're not tracking the car. I fell in love with the ride from my Eibach Pro's and Bilstein Sport shocks with #1 pads all around. Trust me, you can't go wrong with this set up!

I'm going for this Eibach+Bilstein set-up next year

Say no more!!

Fabio D · 03-15-2009, 03:46 PM

The bilstein sport are not listed for the 55 amg's

i only see that for the 320's 430's single or 4 matic

but i dont find that to my car

someone get the sports for the 55 amg variant?

Peter_02AMG · 03-15-2009, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fabio D

The bilstein sport are not listed for the 55 amg's

i only see that for the 320's 430's single or 4 matic

but i dont find that to my car

someone get the sports for the 55 amg variant?

Bilstein HD part# BE3-A058-H0, BE3-A057-H0 (front)

MR888 · 03-28-2009, 05:14 AM

Anyone know if changing the spring pad to #1 on stock suspension will lower the car any? I need a tiny drop and would be nice if I didn't have to do the springs.. where to get these spring pads anyway?

LeeRod80 · 03-28-2009, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MR888

Anyone know if changing the spring pad to #1 on stock suspension will lower the car any? I need a tiny drop and would be nice if I didn't have to do the springs.. where to get these spring pads anyway?

I knew you'd come around! haha

Good luck with the solution. I need to drop mine asap!

saintz · 03-28-2009, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LeeRod80

I knew you'd come around! haha

Good luck with the solution. I need to drop mine asap!

Lee, your sig says you have KW coilovers. You won't need springs or anything to drop your ride. The KW I'm sure have height adjustment.

saintz · 03-28-2009, 02:27 PM

http://www.kw-suspension.com/en/30_P...nt_2/index.php

The KW V2 is height adjustable, it says. You just need to lift each corner, loosen the locking collar, rotate it, and re-lock.

LeeRod80 · 03-28-2009, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by saintz

Lee, your sig says you have KW coilovers. You won't need springs or anything to drop your ride. The KW I'm sure have height adjustment.

No no, I was thinking of getting KW's. It's my checklist for current/future mods in my sig, no X in the suspension yet.

I think i'm going with the Eibach + Bilstein sport setup.

Thank you though!

MR888 · 03-28-2009, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LeeRod80

I knew you'd come around! haha

Good luck with the solution. I need to drop mine asap!

You forum stalking me mofo!!?

yeah I did some fitment rearranging, (lost the spacers on the rear) got a bit more room to play with now and can handle a small drop, so im thinking to try the spring pad route or cut the springs.

armaniE55 · 03-28-2009, 03:46 PM

Can't argue with jimmydagreek I should know............After all I do have his Ex

Manga!

MR888 · 03-28-2009, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by armaniE55

Can't argue with jimmydagreek I should know............After all I do have his Ex

Manga!

I guess you greeks like to keep it in the family?

LeeRod80 · 03-28-2009, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MR888

You forum stalking me mofo!!?

yeah I did some fitment rearranging, (lost the spacers on the rear) got a bit more room to play with now and can handle a small drop, so im thinking to try the spring pad route or cut the springs.

LMFAO!! Me? NEVER!! hahaha Good luck with the drop.

Quote:

Originally Posted by armaniE55

Can't argue with jimmydagreek I should know............After all I do have his Ex

Manga!

I'll need to "test" drive your beast..to see if I like?

Sneaky huh?

12-10-2008, 10:58 PM	#2
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12-11-2008, 12:05 AM	#4
LeeRod80 Super Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Revere, MA Posts: 683 Drives: 99 E55 AMG	Sorry, what are #3 or #1 pads? I'm new... __________________ *NEW SIG COMING SOON!* (4) OEM 18" AMG Monoblock II's For SALE!

12-11-2008, 12:07 AM	#5
MARK CUMMINS MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Huntington Beach CA Posts: 3,674 Drives: 209/W210 Estate /W211 modded by MBENZNL	H/Rs with #1 bump spring pads also added Bilstein Sport shocks Great ride...Low but not Slammed Couple of Pics http://www.mbenznl.nl/index.php?opti...id=28&catid=28 __________________ Why is there the Need to Eliminate Responsibility for ones Actions by Blaming Everyone Else Last edited by MARK CUMMINS; 12-11-2008 at 12:10 AM.

12-11-2008, 12:58 AM	#8
nick 55 Super Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Illinois Posts: 756 Drives: E55	The #pads refer to the upper spring pads that sit in the spring perches and are used to make small ride height adjustments without changing spring rates or lengths. The smaller the number, the thinner they are, from 5 to 1. Most US E55s came with #3 pads all around. Nick __________________ I did not buy an AMG to signify I had arrived, but to tell people I am leaving.

12-11-2008, 08:08 PM	#10
SleepersRock Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: The Bay. We Fresh. Posts: 450 Drives: 2002 W210 E55	Does anyone have pictures of a stock suspension setup with #1 pads all around? How much can you really drop in ride hide from just pads? __________________ The first of hopefully many AMGs

12-10-2008, 11:34 PM	#3
nick 55 Super Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Illinois Posts: 756 Drives: E55	I have H&R and love them, I originally started with my #3 spring pads, but will swap for #1s in the spring. Nick __________________ I did not buy an AMG to signify I had arrived, but to tell people I am leaving.

12-11-2008, 12:28 AM	#6
maxwerks Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 420 Drives: 2002 E55 AMG	I am selling my H&R s b the way in case you decide to go with these. They are listed in the classifieds.

12-15-2008, 03:39 AM	#11
jimmydagreek MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: SFV, SoCal Posts: 5,535 Drives: '04 Silverado Z71 - sold all my Benzes and need another!	Had H&R's and although nice, a bit of a harsh ride if you're not tracking the car. I fell in love with the ride from my Eibach Pro's and Bilstein Sport shocks with #1 pads all around. Trust me, you can't go wrong with this set up!

03-15-2009, 03:46 PM	#15
Fabio D Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 322 Drives: 210 55	The bilstein sport are not listed for the 55 amg's i only see that for the 320's 430's single or 4 matic but i dont find that to my car someone get the sports for the 55 amg variant?

03-28-2009, 05:14 AM	#17
MR888 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Up north Posts: 344 Drives: E55	Anyone know if changing the spring pad to #1 on stock suspension will lower the car any? I need a tiny drop and would be nice if I didn't have to do the springs.. where to get these spring pads anyway?

03-28-2009, 02:27 PM	#20
saintz Super Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 527 Drives: 2001 E55 AMG	http://www.kw-suspension.com/en/30_P...nt_2/index.php The KW V2 is height adjustable, it says. You just need to lift each corner, loosen the locking collar, rotate it, and re-lock. __________________ 2001 E55 AMG, Renntech airbox, Lorinser LM5 wheels 1999 CLK 320 (sold)

03-28-2009, 03:46 PM	#23
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