W124 suspension upgrade

orion · 10-04-2010, 12:34 PM

I need to lower my suspension can anybody give me advise on the best set up i have read a couple of reviews they suggested that you dont go below 30mm as it will ruin ride quility i need to have good cornering as well as ride comfort if this is possible and can anyone suggest a good size wheel without any complications

orion.

EDZ649 · 10-04-2010, 01:00 PM

If you want to be sure of no issues get some springs and shocks from a sport chassis car.

Just so happens I have a set of front ones for sale!

orion · 10-04-2010, 04:21 PM

How much did you want for them and is that not going to create problems because i will have to match the backs up

EDZ649 · 10-04-2010, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by orion

How much did you want for them and is that not going to create problems because i will have to match the backs up

Yes you will need to buy a pair of rear ones to make the full set. I'm asking £75 plus p&p but I'm open to sensible offers.

This is not just the springs, it includes the shocks too.

See here...

124 parts for sale

orion · 10-04-2010, 04:47 PM

what car did they come from and do you have any 17in wheels that will fit 1987 260e or leather steering wheel

EDZ649 · 10-04-2010, 04:50 PM

No wheels I'm affraid.

They came from a 1992 300e 24V.

Yes I have a leather steering wheel, with or without the airbag, in very good condition. It's in the list of parts for sale.

If you want to see some pictures let me have your email address and I can send them over.

orion · 10-04-2010, 05:03 PM

my email is this all started when i wanted to put a v8 in the car but i kept running into brick walls so i am settling for a 3ltr or 320 straight ijust want to upgrade the car with body kit i see one on ebay with duck tail spoiler electric leather interior good steering wheel and door shuts and air con

EDZ649 · 10-04-2010, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by orion

my email is delboyoz@hoymail.co.uk this all started when i wanted to put a v8 in the car but i kept running into brick walls so i am settling for a 3ltr or 320 straight ijust want to upgrade the car with body kit i see one on ebay with duck tail spoiler electric leather interior good steering wheel and door shuts and air con

If your buying a secondhand engine be wary of head gasket problems and wiring loom issues on the 320 in particular.

What year is you car? Does it have an airbag already?

Pictures sent. You might want to remove your email address now.

orion · 10-04-2010, 05:24 PM

Its a 1987 260e it has a air but i will double check ,

EDZ649 · 10-04-2010, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by orion

Its a 1987 260e it has a air but i will double check ,

I don't think it will have, airbags came in around the early 90's, in which case my wheel won't be any good for you.

orion · 10-04-2010, 05:34 PM

i cant delete my email you have used it as a reply

Niks · 10-04-2010, 06:48 PM

what is the lowering on from a standard ride height to a sportline ride hide on a w124? is it 25mm or 30mm?

orion · 10-04-2010, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Niks

what is the lowering on from a standard ride height to a sportline ride hide on a w124? is it 25mm or 30mm?

Hi niks its lowering from standard ride hight i read that you should not go below 30mm as it will greatley affect the ride how true this is i have no idea,anyway thanks for the help its been very useful.

10-04-2010, 12:34 PM	#1
orion New Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: essex Car: 1987 merc 260e Posts: 21	W124 suspension upgrade I need to lower my suspension can anybody give me advise on the best set up i have read a couple of reviews they suggested that you dont go below 30mm as it will ruin ride quility i need to have good cornering as well as ride comfort if this is possible and can anyone suggest a good size wheel without any complications orion.

10-04-2010, 04:21 PM	#3
orion New Member Threadstarter Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: essex Car: 1987 merc 260e Posts: 21	re suspension How much did you want for them and is that not going to create problems because i will have to match the backs up

10-04-2010, 05:03 PM	#7
orion New Member Threadstarter Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: essex Car: 1987 merc 260e Posts: 21	my email is this all started when i wanted to put a v8 in the car but i kept running into brick walls so i am settling for a 3ltr or 320 straight ijust want to upgrade the car with body kit i see one on ebay with duck tail spoiler electric leather interior good steering wheel and door shuts and air con Last edited by orion; 10-04-2010 at 05:30 PM.

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EDZ649 Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: 1066 Country Car: R129 SL600 V12, W116 450 SEL, Mitsubishi L200 Posts: 2,503	If you want to be sure of no issues get some springs and shocks from a sport chassis car. Just so happens I have a set of front ones for sale!

10-04-2010, 04:47 PM	#5
orion New Member Threadstarter Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: essex Car: 1987 merc 260e Posts: 21	what car did they come from and do you have any 17in wheels that will fit 1987 260e or leather steering wheel

10-04-2010, 04:50 PM	#6
EDZ649 Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: 1066 Country Car: R129 SL600 V12, W116 450 SEL, Mitsubishi L200 Posts: 2,503	No wheels I'm affraid. They came from a 1992 300e 24V. Yes I have a leather steering wheel, with or without the airbag, in very good condition. It's in the list of parts for sale. If you want to see some pictures let me have your email address and I can send them over.

10-04-2010, 05:24 PM	#9
orion New Member Threadstarter Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: essex Car: 1987 merc 260e Posts: 21	Its a 1987 260e it has a air but i will double check ,

10-04-2010, 05:34 PM	#11
orion New Member Threadstarter Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: essex Car: 1987 merc 260e Posts: 21	i cant delete my email you have used it as a reply

10-04-2010, 06:48 PM	#12
Niks Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 453	what is the lowering on from a standard ride height to a sportline ride hide on a w124? is it 25mm or 30mm?

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