My thoughts are: The springs are installed according to the weight of the engine. Thus a 240D is going to have lighter/softer springs than a 300D. The rears are very similiar.

I once replaced sagging rear 240D springs with ones from a 300D (non-turbo) and after deciding on the right spring collars, I was delighted with the results. Before it would sit low and ride low with light loads.

I would suggest first checking your spring collars. What bump rubber spring collars are installed front and rear?

Haasman

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