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Originally Posted by sms
Brian,
The coils on the front on the 560sl are wound pretty tight. I've done what you recommended, and have managed to get all but 3-4 coils between the 2 plates.
My larger concern is how to get the connecting shaft down inside the coil. The hole on bottom is too small and clearance on top between spring holder and inside fender is a bit tight. Perhaps this is not the right tool although I've seen it advertised for this car. Is there a difference between the 560sl and 300sdl?
Steve
PS. I can send picture if you like?
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Sounds like you have it properly setup. I have not done the front yet, but, the connecting shaft has a limited length. If the plates are too far apart, you may need to move them closer together. You can just rotate them in the coils.
BTW, you do have the front of the vehicle supported via the body, so the spring is extended, correct? And the top of the shock has been disconnected?? The spring needs to start with the maximum elongation possible.
The shaft "should" drop down straight into the hole in the body, at the top of the spring. I'm not sure which clearance is insufficient on the top? It does sound like the 560SL is different than the 300SDL. A photo or two might be helpful.
05-22-2005, 10:28 AM
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