Bilstein sport or Koni yellow? - Benzworld.org

benzo4me · 07-25-2005, 02:42 PM

Thinking about changing my shock to improve my bouncy/hopping/uncomfortable ride and wondering which I should get. Is there a differce between the two? I have H&R on 00' CLK430. Also do I need alignment after the shocks are changed cuz I just had it aligned not too long ago.

Thanks

JoshKeaton · 07-25-2005, 03:29 PM

Bilsteins are the same shocks that are found on the CLK55. Koni's are adjustable so I'd recommend those over the non adjustable Bilsteins.

JayP784 · 07-25-2005, 05:12 PM

I went with koni's on mine for the reason that they are adjustable...

JayP784 · 07-25-2005, 09:35 PM

I don't know whether they are actually better than bilsteins or not, bc I haven't ever used Bilsteins, so I can't compare. I know I like them on my car though... I can tell a difference when you adjust them... and the ride is still pretty smooth considering how low it is now... it takes bumps very well.

tbsi430 · 07-25-2005, 10:46 PM

I just bought Bilstein (heavy duty) which are original replacement for my CLK 430 Cab at autozone.com for $79.00 ea. Comes with the new bolts and bushings (no need to buy these at the dealer-have to return two of these kits-$15.00 ea-that the dealer said I'd need whether or not I purchased their $180.00+ Bilsteins ($180.00 each!). Cost me $30.00 total to install my shocks at Pep Boys... Now rides smooth again... no bounce, no front end dip when coming to a quick stop, no steering jerk. I changed the steering damper myself a week before ($50.00 part from dealer). Dealer quoted me $800.00-900.00 to replace front shocks---my cost $200.00!!! priceless

benzo4me · 07-26-2005, 07:39 AM

Should the bolt and bushing come with the shocks when you buy it? what is the steering damper?

benzo4me · 07-26-2005, 07:40 AM

By the way, do I need to have the alignment done after the shocks changed?

autoblz · 07-26-2005, 10:12 AM

get koni!!!
[:D]

benzo4me · 07-26-2005, 10:26 AM

Is this the Koni yellow that you guys have been talking about? (take out the spaces in tirerack)
http://www. t i r e r a c k . com/suspension/suspension.jsp?autoMake=Mercedes-Benz&autoModel=CLK430&autoYear=2000&autoModClar=&m ake=Koni&model=Sport+Shock&group=Sport&partNum=26-1575SPORT&perfCode=S

Have anyone bought this from here before? Do they come with everything you need (bolts, bushing, etc)?

I am getting one today so please answer.....

BTW, can I get it cheaper anywhere else?

benzo4me · 07-26-2005, 07:22 PM

Anybody? Don't want to spend > $400 for a wrong part.