I am on my second '81 SD. My first did the squat and rise thing but my current one does neither. SD #1 had about 240k, SD #2 has 170k.

The "dr." is correct on the suspension geometry issue. Miles and care seem to be part of the equation.

RP

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Rick
Avid Benz watcher

Previously owned 126's: 2 1981 300SD's, 1987 300SDL, 1991 350SDL,
Previously owned 123's: 1978 300D, 1983 240D, 1985 300D
Previously owned 124: 1994 320TE

Currently:
2004 Toyota Sequoia SR5 206k
2010 Ford Edge 122k
Always looking for the next MB diesel!