I know this is kind of weird asking for used struts, but I've had good luck with used Bilsteins. Scored a JY set for my 190D for peanuts, and they've been awesome. Hoping to avoid paying $500 for a new set, I can get KYB's for $175 from ******** with the rebate.. but I'd rather have used Bilstein's over new KYB. Obviously if they don't rebound throw em in the trash lol.



Figured it couldn't hurt to ask,thanks.

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You could try car-part.com this searches participating salvage yards.

Also have a look at the R129 as they use much of the 124 suspension. Be aware that early 129 had smaller bolts between the strut and spindle. This shouldn't be a problem as when fitting an AMG kit the instructions say to drill and install larger bolts.

I've had decent results for a low buck stiffer shock across other brands / makes by cutting open and changing to thicker motorcycle fork oil.

Place the shock on a scale and measure how much force it takes to compress the shock about 1/2"

For most, cut the top tube just below the roll weld, pull everything out. Drain oil , weld in a 1/8" pipe bung, drill making sure all child / burs are removed insert a Schrader valve , fill tube with thicker oil , insert the top and reweld.

Pressurize the shock, test the force on the scale, adjust and you are ready to go. I found 35 or so PSI was stock for a Mustang Fox body front strut.

I think I might still have the struts I removed from my former 300TE when I lowered it. Not sure on the brand but if I have them still they are yours. I was going to take them for scrap next time I have enough.

I have a pair of W124 front comforts.. also have a pair of new kyb rears

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