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Old 09-08-2013, 09:33 PM
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Might lose a few MPGs, but gain a few style points
That's all that matters, right?

18" staggered AMG wheels from a newer car.
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Drop it 1" all around.
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Drop it 1" all around.
What for?

......W211s already have "*dropped-suspensions when new from the factory......"
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What for?

......W211s already have "*dropped-suspensions when new from the factory......"
A set of E55 springs maybe.
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Old 09-09-2013, 12:55 PM
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That might be a little difficult. E55s are airmatic struts.
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Around here wheels like that would be toast in no time. How well do they handle 10" deep holes?
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Around here wheels like that would be toast in no time. How well do they handle 10" deep holes?
You also have to keep in mind two or three PSI under inflated is a problem.I am glad to see the county cop's driving on the wrong side of the road in certain spots around here. And that would be my response if I ever got pulled over for doing it.
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That's all that matters, right?

18" staggered AMG wheels from a newer car.
I [LIKE$ it! Looks verah W212 E350 Bluetecesque......


Looks a whole lot better than the guy's cheesy-looking '99 E300 W210.... that put W211 05 & 06 E320 CDI wheels on it.
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larger diameter tire,thats the outside tread = mpgs.Smaller over reving on the freeway
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Yes, but they're also quite a bit wider, which hurts MPGs. They look nice though

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Those look great! I've been kind of lusting after some older Penta's for mine but I may have to go your route to clear the larger brakes I have for the front.
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