1992 Mercedes 300e

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Weight is not the issue with shocks, spring rate is. The shocks and struts do not do any supporting of the vehicle, they merely damp the oscillations of the springs.

Seems like you could figure out the front spring rate for the appropriate Ranger and do a little math comparing the motion ratios of the suspension system to the W124 and have a good image whether these have enough damping. But then again, lots of people run them and don't report a bouncy ride, so they seem adequate.




Oh, and Carlsson 1/6s, I agree. I was an inch away from running a set Electricalbox was selling, but I got sniped 'cause I was overseas and had no internets. Beautiful wheels, and just perfect on the W124.

EDIT: It looks like the Ranger shock doesn't have a metal sleeve in the bottom bushing, is that correct? Often aftermarket shocks don't come with the metal sleeve, expecting you to put the one from your old shocks in, which is irritating and stupid, but there it is. If they've not a sleeve, you'll for sure want to transfer the W124 one over, or you'll be through those bushings in no time.

Agreed. Very true words sir. Everything you have stated is spot on.

[P78]

too bad i'm overseas, i happen to have a set just like that

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too bad i'm overseas, i happen to have a set just like that

dang.. all the best parts are across the pond

[tylersaywhat]

Oh HEY! You found me on IG and I returned the favor on SW lol! I remember chit-chatting at T4T with you and remembering how amazinglyclean your w124 is. Can't wait to see what the next plan is for the old Floridian!

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Oh HEY! You found me on IG and I returned the favor on SW lol! I remember chit-chatting at T4T with you and remembering how amazinglyclean your w124 is. Can't wait to see what the next plan is for the old Floridian!

haha thanks man! hows your w201??

[VanDamage]

Love the colour on this. Just needs wheels

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Love the colour on this. Just needs wheels

Believe me i can't wait im so ready! Thank you. It will really be nice once i put a set of wheels on her.

[tylersaywhat]

haha thanks man! hows your w201??

Not too bad over all, the old girl has been requiring a bit of love as of late, mostly little things. The biggest thing is, is that trusty M103 has it's days where it wants to be a pain (Lifter noise, heating/cooling issues, oil consumption and leaking) and it's days where it runs beautifully. She's een a real trooper and never fails or lets me down, absolutely reliable. She gets me to and from anywhere that I want to go, so I can't complain in that department. I love the 190. Something about old German cars, man.

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Not too bad over all, the old girl has been requiring a bit of love as of late, mostly little things. The biggest thing is, is that trusty M103 has it's days where it wants to be a pain (Lifter noise, heating/cooling issues, oil consumption and leaking) and it's days where it runs beautifully. She's een a real trooper and never fails or lets me down, absolutely reliable. She gets me to and from anywhere that I want to go, so I can't complain in that department. I love the 190. Something about old German cars, man.

I know exactly what you mean haha. That is exactly how mine runs.

[loekaaz]

Not too bad over all, the old girl has been requiring a bit of love as of late, mostly little things. The biggest thing is, is that trusty M103 has it's days where it wants to be a pain (Lifter noise, heating/cooling issues, oil consumption and leaking) and it's days where it runs beautifully. She's een a real trooper and never fails or lets me down, absolutely reliable. She gets me to and from anywhere that I want to go, so I can't complain in that department. I love the 190. Something about old German cars, man.

I know exactly what you mean haha. That is exactly how mine runs.

Read my thread, I actually am rebuilding my M103

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Read my thread, I actually am rebuilding my M103

I may have to do that. I will be taking my valve cover off to powder it next week or the following.

[xffh]

Thanks man.. sorry for the wait. I really dont know why i waited this long haha

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I might go take some pictures today if it isn't so cold. If so I will have them up later tonight.

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Before I forget I want to give a huge shout out to my father for a huge help on my builds. He always is a huge help and figures out anything I can't.

[Deutschland201]

Thanks again for your help with the shocks. I am ordering some for the back of my w201. I will have to post up some pics someday.

P.S. Extra shout out to your father for helping produce your awesome w124!