Distance/Space: Top of Muffler to Bottom of Bumper?

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Discussion Starter · Apr 3, 2002

Distance/Space: Top of Muffler to Bottom of Bumper?

I have noticed, that the distance from the top of my dual AMG tailpipes to the 
underside of my rear bumper is about 1/2 inch. 
 
Also, I noticed other CLK55s at the MB dealership, which have a distance of 1 1/2 
inches, some 1' and others are like mine: 1/2 inch (12 mm) only. 
 
1/2' space between the bumper & rear bumper makes polishing the shiny tailpipe 
difficult. 
 
WAHT IS THE CORRECT SPACE? 
 
1/2'? 1'? or 1 1/2'? 
 
tnx 
 
Karl

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Discussion Starter · #2 · Apr 4, 2002

Re: Distance/Space: Top of Muffler to Bottom of Bumper?

karl k.. I have a 2002 CLK55 and the spaceing on mine is 1/2 inch. I just put a soft towel around it and buff it like a shoe. But you are right it is very close. Oh by the way I am on the East Coast like you are.

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Discussion Starter · #3 · Apr 4, 2002

Re: Distance/Space: Top of Muffler to Bottom of Bumper?

I have seen some with a larger distance between tailpipe and car body. Perhaps those are the 2001 models. It is comforting to know that your 2002 has the same narrow space. I am in Miami Beach; Autohaus pompano is my MB dealer. They are great! Tnx GB for the response. Karl

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Discussion Starter · #4 · Apr 4, 2002

Karl, 1/2" on my 55. What's a good way to remove the carbon deposits on the lip?

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