Can you please advise what and where exactly is the adjustment for front ride-height on W126 chassis ('88 420 SEL)? I think it is the upper strut which is secured by 2 bolts inside the engine compartment, but I'm not certain. Thanks.

Ride height is controlled by SPRING pressure & spring pad height.

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Thanks, DOC.

However, Here's the deal: I have negative camber on my front wheels. Not too pronounced, but just enough to be noticeable both visually and tire-wear-wise.

I had alignment done recently, as well as new Bilstein comforts a few months ago. But I notice my wheels splaying-out just a bit more than normal.

Seems firm in front - although - even with the new Bilsteinsa - seems to sway a bit more than usual in the front, perhaps favoring the left side just a little.

Car tracks straight.

Note: had new tie rods put-in a few months ago. Could they be misadjusted, causing this?

Any ideas? Thanks.

The W126 chassis alignment calls for almost no camber positive or negative, however you shouldn't have any real problems(tire wear) unless the camber falls below -1.0deg.
Incorrect toe-in can cause wear & make the car fell "twichy".

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Thanks again, Doc.

Can you specify exactly where the adjustment for toe-in on front is located? This would assist me in examining that area for any looseness or wear.

Thanks.

Toe-in(or out) is done with the tie rod assemblies. Also excessive play in the drag link or idler arm bushings will cause toe-in problems.

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Thanks again and again, Doc.

On the tie rods, what is best suggested way to adjust? Obviously, car will be up on stands. But from there? I note that there are 2 adjuster screwsa/bolts at either threaded end.

This needs to be done by an alignment shop!!

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