Re: XF vs SLK suspension
Originally Posted by
AndyJ
Thanks Fireamx. I've been reading old posts on this topic, and back in 2009 Lantana talked about changing the shocks to KYBs for an SLK230, and that it made an improvement in the ride. So I'm going to go ahead and get the KYB SLK 230 shocks and see what they do. I can always put the SLK230 springs on the car if it needs more softening.
Things have changed since 2009 (5 yrs ago). Sometime early last year, KYB introduced a Crossfire specific shock version. I believe they are valved slightly different then the SLK model (different P/N). See HERE:
http://www.kyboutlet.com/parts-for/?...ossfire-141187
Here's a thread where they were being tested before introduction:
https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...yb-shocks.html
FYI - I've had the SLK version KYBs on my '05 Limited for over 3 yrs w/ 235/40-18 & 275/35-19 during all 3 yrs with no problems whatsoever. Stock rims and springs and all is smooth going. The taller sidewalls make a nice difference in smoothness. Only mod is the DIY rear cambers & front M/B adjustable bolts. On my second set of General G-Maxs after getting over 42k on previous set.
Last edited by syfi; Feb 9, 2015 at 12:11 AM.