Hey, folks, we all know that on the 210s the gap over the front tire is greater than the one in the rear, and I want to try something a bit different. So -- although I have the full set of Eibachs and Bilsteins (shortened) -- I'm only going to drop the front for the time being. It's only going down about an inch, which will leave the gap in the rear slightly larger than the one in the front, and it should result in a very mild rake to the car, a la the BMW 5 series. I'm thinking it's going to look pretty cool, and will post in some pics afterwards.
Of course it's getting an alignment while in the shop, and then I also get to realign the headlights to account for the rake.
I'm pretty excited about it, first mod I've done in a while.
Take care and enjoy the ride,
Greg
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Thanks for the feedback...the wheels are actually off a 211 E-500 with custom lug bolts due to the different ball-seat configuration. And one size smaller tire, 234/45-17 all the way around.
I have 20's on mine but still want to drop the car a little because the 20's make it looked raised. do u think this will damage anything? also what type of shocks and springs would be good? thanks in advance
I have 20's on mine but still want to drop the car a little because the 20's make it looked raised. do u think this will damage anything? also what type of shocks and springs would be good? thanks in advance
Hi, Detane, haven't seen much from you in a while. Glad that one of us has a life!
If you can stand the ride harshness with the 20s you won't mind the drop. How to do it depends on how much you want to drop it. Often you can change it up to 3/4 inch just with spring-pads, but that depends upon what you already have in there. I may drop the back of mine just a tiny bit by a pad change out, just to lessen the rake a small amount, but I've not decided yet.
If you're already running a thinner pad or you want a more significant drop, Eibach springs are quite popular. If you drop an inch or more you'd also want to go to shorter (sport) shocks, I went with Bilsteins. Depending on the wheel and tire sizes you're running you may not be able to drop it without rolling the fenders. Ultimately I'd suggest that a good performance shop is the best way to go, they'll steer you in the right direction and they'll be responsible if something doesn't line up just right.
looks nice though 
hope you're enjoying it! have a great weekend too.
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