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Originally Posted by Don Martin
 I have a 1984 500 SEC that is a Euro version. I bought the car used and do not know very much about it. I do know that someone put lowering springs in the car. As a result, I go through a set of rear tires in about 5000 miles because the rear camber cannot be adjusted. I would like to return the suspension to OEM but the car also has the self leveling hydraulic system so I am not sure what springs to use. Most vendors that sell springs say their products fit the car except thiose withthe self-leveling suspension. I have disabled the self-leveling system since the hydraulic pump continued to fail and dump the hydraulic fluid into the crank case, even after several rebuilds. If you are not familiar with my dilemma can you recommend a source of information on this? Thanks very much. |
Congrats on your purchase.
I have a USA version 1984 500SEC I picked up last year. It's my baby. I have already put more money into it than I paid for it. But I get so much satisfaction when I complete each project.
A PO lowered the front of my SEC too. I kind of like the aggressive look is gives. Got that California attitude!
I picked up a shop manual on CD from Ebay for the W126 model. Plus check out the DIY sections on this forum relating to the W126. Really helpful! Good luck
