Hey everyone,

I just ordered some new Bilstein B8's for my 190E. I was reading the FSM's R&R instructions and it says to remove the coil spring. That just seems unnecessary. I just wanted to confirm that with everyone here.

Also I wanted to know if a new alignment was necessary. I'm also replacing the shock mounts. I dont know how integral the shock/shock mounts are to the front end alignment.

Additionally, is there any special tool required to easily remove the nut on the top of the shock, it just seemed like there might be an easier way to go about removing that thing. I believe its 22mm or 21mm I can't recall.

Thanks!

-Kris

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