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Mercedes Benz 190e; Suspension
Topic Started: Mon Mar 10, 2014 1:02 am (698 Views)
ashleysudhera
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Hi Guys I'm new to the group.

Currently own a VW Polo and a convertible BMW E30.

I am selling both cars to take on my dads old 190e. Cars been parked for about 4 years, needs a full respray and service etc. Mechanically it's perfect.

I am looking to do a few things (looks wise) to the 190e.

First on my list is :

60mm front springs
40mm rear springs

Is this a straight fit or do I need to adapt or change anything in order for these springs to fit?

Cheers Ash and thanks in advance
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stwat
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Hello and welcome to the forum, Ash.

You can lower by 40mm no problem with the original shocks. But any lower than that will cause the standard shocks to fail fairly rapidly. So shorter shocks will be needed.
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Jure
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Hello and welcome Ash.

As said you would need shorter shocks also. You can buy a kit which includes shocks and springs (H&R Cup Kit for example).
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ashleysudhera
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Hi Guys,

Cheers for the info much appreciated.

Have you got any pics of a 40mm drop on the front?

Cheers Ash
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shrekky
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mine has a 40mm drop all round ;) mind my car is in 17 inch rims :rolleyes:




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Edited by shrekky, Mon Mar 10, 2014 5:33 pm.
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