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Old 01-11-2007, 05:04 PM
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Why is my 240's front end lower than......

My 300's front end is higher than my 240's. i even noticed this at the g2g we had last spring when i compaired mine to the american models. Is it because its a euro? look at the pic and see for yourself

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Old 01-11-2007, 05:26 PM
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It is an optical illusion caused by the skinny bumpers....and skinny grill....
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Old 01-11-2007, 06:03 PM
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count the nubs on the spring pads. I used to think the same thing.
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Old 01-11-2007, 06:18 PM
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count the nubs on the spring pads. I used to think the same thing.
you mean count the number of notches on the spring? i tried to get a side shot but my camera went dead
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Old 01-11-2007, 08:04 PM
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measure from the fender lip to the road on each car and allow for tire size difference. or maybe measure to the center of the wheel.

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Old 01-11-2007, 11:27 PM
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Mine is the same way. Euro 240D sits lower than North American 300D. Cost me an oil pan when I first got the 240D.

Harder to change oil too.
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Old 01-12-2007, 12:11 AM
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Its because in Europe the 240's are often seen ripping up pavement as they rocket down the autobahn, gotta be lower for better handling!!

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