Hello PeachParts!

Back in the day I owned a 1982 300SD, which accomplished two things. 1) I got bit by the MB Bug and 2) discovered how incredibly invaluable this forum is as a resource. With luck you can help me now....pictures below.

I work on cars for a living, and I was just given (yes, given) a 1972 280SEL 4.5 in insanely good shape. The car is rust-free and complete. However, whoever had the car before did two things: 1) swapped the 4.5 for a 3.5 from a 300, and 2) stored heavy parts in the trunk.

Having read previous threads on W108 rear end sag, I've determined it's the dreaded hydro-pneumatic compensator that's at fault. The ride height is low with negative camber.

In a few other threads, a FEBI kit to swap out the H/P compensator with a steel spring was referenced: FEBI 110 586 05 01. However this was discontinued in 2012.

Does anyone out there have this kit? Is there an alternate solution? As it stands, the rear of the car is so low that I hit my head on the inside of the trunklid when it's opened. I do see new H/P compensators, but they go for over $1500. Which, I don't have.

Any help is appreciated!

Best,

-James