{"product_id":"h-r-sport-spring-1981-1991-mercedes-benz-sec-sel-w126-self-leveling","title":"H\u0026R Sport Spring - 1981–1991 Mercedes-Benz SEC \u0026 SEL (W126, Self-Leveling)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis H\u0026amp;R Sport Spring is built for the non-diesel W126 Mercedes-Benz SEC and SEL equipped with the factory self-leveling rear suspension. It's a direct swap for the factory springs that lowers the car's ride height and center of gravity with a progressive spring rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs H\u0026amp;R's number one selling spring line, Sport is a clean, straightforward way to sharpen the stance of a W126-generation S-Class coupe or long-wheelbase sedan without disturbing the self-leveling system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Sport Springs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eH\u0026amp;R rates this set at roughly 1.4 inches of drop up front and 1.2 inches in the rear on self-leveling, non-diesel SEC and SEL models. The progressive spring rate keeps ride quality intact on a car built for comfort while noticeably tightening the stance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eConstruction\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold-wound from H\u0026amp;R's 54SiCr6 spring steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShot-peened, which H\u0026amp;R rates as more than doubling fatigue life over an unpeened spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% tested before leaving H\u0026amp;R's ISO9001-certified production facility in Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eH\u0026amp;R Sport Spring, front and rear set\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReused from the vehicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e the factory self-leveling rear suspension and shocks. This spring is tuned to work with the factory self-leveling system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOwnership Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recommend a four-wheel alignment after installation to bring camber and toe back into spec at the new ride height.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: H001 52759\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPN: 52759\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront \/ rear drop: approximately 1.4\" \/ 1.2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt for the W126 Mercedes-Benz SEC and SEL, self-leveling rear suspension, non-diesel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eImportant Compatibility Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf your W126 SE, SEC, or SEL does not have the factory self-leveling rear suspension, see H\u0026amp;R's \u003ca href=\"\/products\/29559\"\u003eSport Spring for W126 cars without self-leveling\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit a diesel W126?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, this part is built for non-diesel SEC and SEL models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this work without the self-leveling rear suspension?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo - this specific part is tuned for the self-leveling system. See the sibling link above for non-self-leveling cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does this lower the car?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoughly 1.4 inches front and 1.2 inches rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs an alignment required after install?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend a four-wheel alignment any time ride height changes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"H\u0026R","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51137254621431,"sku":"H001 52759","price":509.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/4898\/2060\/files\/6d972c7ed8012f6af1e90dd69b0ea867_4ea66cd2-ce65-4acc-a4cf-a7043271f432.jpg?v=1788986688","url":"https:\/\/blackforestindustries.com\/products\/h-r-sport-spring-1981-1991-mercedes-benz-sec-sel-w126-self-leveling","provider":"Black Forest Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}