The spring conversion has been tested on an 82 300td.
Can someone with a later (post 85?) 300TD verify if the springs are identical to the earlier 300TD? As in height and spring perch diameter.

If they are the same then these springs will work on the later 300TD

thanks
erik

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Comparing my 1984 300TD and my 1979 300TD my eyeball tells me that they are the same. I can easily measure diameter but extended length will be difficult.

-Tad

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2003 C230 Kompressor Coupe
2005 ML500
2007 ML350

Putting this setup together ,whats the steps first and foremost.
Any pictures yet?

The springs he is asking about are on the next gen model- w124, so your eyeballing test is not addressing the question. As for a ride height adjustment on the front you have several choices- Change the shocks, change the springs, change the spring caps. The caps come in several different thicknesses. I changed the front springs and end caps on my 82 wagon to those from a non turbo wagon and the handling went from bus like to excellent. I would also love to see the results from this new non SLS configuration and have others test it and say it's great. There is a want of many to scrap the SLS for a variety of reasons- some more valid than others. The two best were mentioned already. When my SL sells I'll be back to a two wagon man.

Did anything ever happen with this?

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Yes, i have sold a few sets to a couple happy 300TD owners. This set will eliminate the need for the SLS system but retain the hauling capability of your wagon and ride.

I am offering this new set of springs for 200 shipped. All you need to do is remove the SLS setup and install these new springs and shocks, I can provide shocks if needed.

Thanks
EB
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I was curious if anyone has ever tried using sedan springs AND air shocks. With a 12v low-volume high-pressure on-board compressor and a valve or two, seems to me like you could have the best of both worlds. Adjustability for load handling, AND an inexpensive alternative to the pricey SLS components...

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Silver blue paint over navy blue interior
2nd owner & 2nd engine in an otherwise
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~210k miles on the clock

1986 Ford F250 4x4 Supercab
Charcoal & blue two tone paint over burgundy interior
Banks turbo, DRW, ZF-5 & SMF conversion
152k on the clock - actual mileage unknown

Paging RichC...

Sedan springs will not work. They are light duty and too short...

I have sold roughly 10+ kits and everyone has been happy...

You remove the SLS system- install my heavy duty springs and 300 sedan type shocks and your good to go. I sell the springs for 225 shipped. I have excellent ebay feedback and can take paypal or money order. Any interest--- PM me or email me at propigskin@aol.com

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Which sedan springs? If you use the ones from a W116 SD sedan then they work/fit very nicely indeed. Use in combination w/"three tit" pads and HD shocks.

Jay.

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'83 300D (German spec.) 168k mi. - - Wolfgang (tucked snugly away for the winter!)
'87 300D 375k mi. - finally went over to "The Dark Side"
'87 300TD 225k mi.
Cannondale 66cm CAAD5 w/Campy/Jamis Aurora
Hujsak Custom Fixie/Landshark Track Shark Custom/Ahearne Custom 29'er

After reading about all the sedan spring issues- not being heavy duty enough I came with with my springs. Yes, im sure it would fit, but its not correct.

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Neither are yours. The W116 springs work perfectly.

Jay.

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'83 300D (German spec.) 168k mi. - - Wolfgang (tucked snugly away for the winter!)
'87 300D 375k mi. - finally went over to "The Dark Side"
'87 300TD 225k mi.
Cannondale 66cm CAAD5 w/Campy/Jamis Aurora
Hujsak Custom Fixie/Landshark Track Shark Custom/Ahearne Custom 29'er

I have had ZERO complaints on my SLS conversion springs. They are 225 shipped to your door....



Another babyjames- get a life please....


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B.C.

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I'll ask AGAIN. What do you do about the hydraulic pump. With no fluid to lubricate the interior it will overheat and fail. Which will try to bring the timing chain to a grinding halt, not good. So what do you do about the hydraulic pump??

Dave

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1980 240D, owned 1990-1992
1982 300TD, owned 1992-1993
1986 300SDL, owned 1993-2004
1999 E300, owned 1999-2003
1982 300TD, 213,880mi, owned since Nov 18, 1991- Aug 4, 2010 SOLD
1988 560SL, 100,000mi, owned since 1995
1965 Mustang Fastback Mileage Unknown(My sons)
1983 240D, 176,000mi (My daughers) owned since 2004
2007 Honda Accord EX-L I4 auto, the new daily driver
1985 300D 264,000mi Son's new daily driver.(sold)
2008 Hyundai Tiberon. Daughters new car

Exactly what do you mean, lil' piggy?

Jay.


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B.C.

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'83 300D (German spec.) 168k mi. - - Wolfgang (tucked snugly away for the winter!)
'87 300D 375k mi. - finally went over to "The Dark Side"
'87 300TD 225k mi.
Cannondale 66cm CAAD5 w/Campy/Jamis Aurora
Hujsak Custom Fixie/Landshark Track Shark Custom/Ahearne Custom 29'er