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As a reward, I may have what you seek. Go to http://www.barryboys.co.uk/shedindex/database/?function=show_search_form&table_name=carmain and in the manufacturer box type 'Mercedes'. Leave everything else as it is and click 'search for record'. You may wish to shield your eyes at this point. This will find some of the more awful 'modified' Mercedes about in the UK. Russell
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I had forgotten this thread existed until I got an email notice about it today. Just after that thread I did write a page on the function of the SLS which can be seen here: http://www.frybrid.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6461
My 560 has AMG 17" Monoblocks, Parelli low profiles, bielstien fronts and H&R springs all around. It does handle mush better than it did in it's original config but does not rattle your filling loose in normal driving, aggressive driveways can be a drag (literally), but the body roll is non-existant now. I rarely drive it anymore as I have sworn off gasoline engines (Except the 911, 4 bmw motorcycles, a Norton Commando and just about anything I can get my hands on).
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[quote=Paulwho;553075]Shawnster,
"A rear end which is low in curb weight condition should never be set higher by adjusting the connecting rod of the level controller." quote] Hi - I read these and Chris's explanations and caveats - maybe too late - in my neigbourhood (Big Sur - rough mouintainous dirt roads) folks drive mercedes 300TD's like mine (an 82) with the level raised to the max by adjusting the leveling rod, to accomodate 225x70x14 AT tires. I can see you all cringing, but the reason for the practice is the terrain and folks want to drive (bio)diesels without having to haul 3/4 ton trucks around and these old wagons are solid enough for the terrain! I just ordered my tires and realise maybe I should be looking for a different solution to the problem - like if you really want to drive a 300TD on these roads, is there a better way to lift the rear the extra inch for the tires and clearance. Any thoughts!? Thanks I guess |
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The weight of the rear of the vehicle should be supported by the springs, if you want the vehicle to sit higher, change the springs or simply replace them, it is likely that your springs are pretty tired after all these years. Springs can also be reworked to mke them longer or shorter although in this age of parts replacers actual craftspeople ar getting harder to find, we do have a 70 year old spring smith in Seattle who does work for me.
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You can carry quite a load in a TD with a good SLS, but you don't want to park with that load for a long time it places a strain on the valve, etc. I moved about 600 lbs of tile on two occasions using my '79 300TD, the SLS was maxed out to maintain level, and I drove very slowly but it performed admirably
There may also be thicker spring pads for the TD if yours is sagging, why don't you check with Fastlane? these go at the top of the spring where it meets the body cup and allows adjustment of ride height without resorting to new springs. I tried that but I eventually had to order springs made of thicker wire for my 115 which has an air compressor and the battery moved to the trunk (plus the tools I seem to carry around in it, it was almost dragging the ground!) For any special springs I suggest Coil Spring Specialties, St. Marys KS check them out! http://www.coilsprings.com/index.html
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Well those + size tires fit just fine, no need to raise my ride! The Benz has big wheel arches I guess. Thanks for the advise though. I'm sure I'll be back for more.
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I have a similar problem in my w124 87 300tdt,i chaNGED THE ACCUMulators and now get a nice ride,but recently after changing them and bleeding the system i find that after returning from cosctco with a heavy load in the back that the shgocks and rear stayed deppressed and that its not bouncing again,could this be the valve??
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You can test your system, by applying pressure to the pivot arm which is attaced to the sway bar. Pushing it one way will raise the car, the other way will lower it. You can actually, hook a rod to the pivot bracket, to the outside of the car, and make it into a sort of custom height adjuster. You can set your car's height. I have it on all four corners. I understand this is not really all that common, but atleast you can adjust the rear, how you want it.
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Can you post a picture of the adjusting rod and lever? What's the proper setting for the rod? there are 3 holes on it. I changed mined after new accumulators and proper bleeding from last position hole towards the rear of the car to the center hole moving towards the front and seemed to soften up suspension more; moved rod to the front hole and seems to ride harder? suspension stays level no matter what. Car was bouncing bronco before new accumulators now rides much better but I think still a little too firm. I also got a lot of cracking noise every time it went over bumps which has diminished a lot after going to hole 1 to the front on the adjusting rod but still there. |
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