Lynch
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Hello everyone,
First post here. I've got a 2001 W463 G500 that is new to me, and I'm quite excited to take it on adventures, and upgrade it.
I would like to upgrade the brakes, and suspension, and after doing a bit of research, I have a rough idea of what's out there, but would appreciate any expertise offered.
[1] Brakes:
I plan to use Mercedes OEM 16x7.5 wheels, so as far as I'm aware, bigger brake kits such as Brembo or other offerings will not fit these wheels.
Is there any upgrades for brakes that will fit 16" wheels, aside from stainless steel brake lines?
[2] Suspension:
I want a 40mm lifted suspension, and hopefully better ride characteristics/less body roll than stock.
I've found out about the Koni RAID shocks, which seems to be the most robust and capable shocks out there.
I'm having more trouble deciding on the springs.
There are some people on forums that say the OEM Merc progressive springs are the best due to the ability to have different loads, and good for towing. I personally won't be doing much towing.
Also, the Merc springs do not appear to be designed for a lifted truck.
Are there any good progressive or Merc made springs that are designed for a bigger lift?
I see Mercedes made Mike Horn a customized G with lifted suspension, so I'm wondering if they have springs for a lifted setup that I'm not aware of.
I've also heard very good things about ORC's Eibach-made springs that will give me a designed 40mm lift, but I've also heard that they can ride very harshly and are too stiff for some people.
Does anyone happen to know if W461 springs would work on a W463 damper or are they completely different? I like the lifted look of the W461 PUR30 edition.
Would appreciate any experience and suggestions with springs, and possible brake upgrades for the 16" wheels. Thanks in advance!
Cheers
First post here. I've got a 2001 W463 G500 that is new to me, and I'm quite excited to take it on adventures, and upgrade it.
I would like to upgrade the brakes, and suspension, and after doing a bit of research, I have a rough idea of what's out there, but would appreciate any expertise offered.
[1] Brakes:
I plan to use Mercedes OEM 16x7.5 wheels, so as far as I'm aware, bigger brake kits such as Brembo or other offerings will not fit these wheels.
Is there any upgrades for brakes that will fit 16" wheels, aside from stainless steel brake lines?
[2] Suspension:
I want a 40mm lifted suspension, and hopefully better ride characteristics/less body roll than stock.
I've found out about the Koni RAID shocks, which seems to be the most robust and capable shocks out there.
I'm having more trouble deciding on the springs.
There are some people on forums that say the OEM Merc progressive springs are the best due to the ability to have different loads, and good for towing. I personally won't be doing much towing.
Also, the Merc springs do not appear to be designed for a lifted truck.
Are there any good progressive or Merc made springs that are designed for a bigger lift?
I see Mercedes made Mike Horn a customized G with lifted suspension, so I'm wondering if they have springs for a lifted setup that I'm not aware of.
I've also heard very good things about ORC's Eibach-made springs that will give me a designed 40mm lift, but I've also heard that they can ride very harshly and are too stiff for some people.
Does anyone happen to know if W461 springs would work on a W463 damper or are they completely different? I like the lifted look of the W461 PUR30 edition.
Would appreciate any experience and suggestions with springs, and possible brake upgrades for the 16" wheels. Thanks in advance!
Cheers
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