Yeh the bulge was similar but longer right up to just before the RH mount , does the operating lever for SLS fit in the same place on TE and E500 models? Both cars where 300TEs one 24V sportline and the other 12v non sportline the 12v now sits higher with the 24v front springs fitted the 24v sits about the same as before with the 12v springs fitted does that make it any clearer? Sorry for creating the confusion wish I had taken pics now! Linds