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Originally Posted by chlubb
Due to the inherent issues with the rear shock and spring assembly and ease of replacement using OEM, has anyone used Bilstein fronts and OEM rears in replacement on an ML320? I am concerened about varying shock rates and performance related issues.
Any experience?
Thanks,
Chris
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I did mine on my 98 ML 320 about 18 months ago, using Bilsteins up front, they were marked F4-BE5-6456-HO, and Sachs in the rear. The Sachs were on sale and came with the springs installed for $151, shipping paid. Biltsteins with springs were over $400. Check ***************, sku L4000-146715.
the ride is firm but both ends now feel in control. The Arvins were totally worn out and would bottom out over a speed hump at 15 MPH. The Arvins must have been low bidder for the US built MLs, but I would NEVER use them on anything I drive. My 47 Chev had Arvins!!!
I expected to find Bilsteins on my ML as they are the standard fair for many OEM Mercedes. My 79 300SD still has good working Bilsteins at 263,000 miles! No leaks, good control!
'Nuff said,
Jim in Phoenix