Description
KW V3 targets owners of the 1981–1991 Mercedes-Benz S Class (C126/W126) who want a suspension package selected around the vehicle application rather than a generic spring-and-damper combination.
KW V3 is built around independent low-speed rebound and compression adjustment. KW's current V3 architecture provides 16 rebound clicks and 12 compression clicks, giving an enthusiast meaningful control over chassis support, response and ride without moving into a dedicated motorsport damper. The application-specific calibration is intended to give the chassis a more deliberate response than a one-size-fits-all suspension combination.
Why Choose the KW V3 for This Application?
Choose the V3 when the car needs a broader operating window. Independent rebound and compression control makes it easier to balance ride, platform support and tire contact as the build moves between street use and more demanding driving.
Key Features
- 16-click low-speed rebound adjustment
- 12-click low-speed compression adjustment
- Independent rebound and compression tuning
- Continuously adjustable ride height within the application-specific range
Vehicle Fitment
- Make: Mercedes-Benz
- Catalog Application: 1981–1991 Mercedes-Benz S Class (C126/W126)
- Configuration: [KW Classic Line] Coupe, 2WD
- KW Jobber Model Years: 82-91
- KW Part Number: 352250AL-B
Technical Specifications
- Front Height Adjustment: 30-55 mm (1.2-2.2 in)
- Rear Height Adjustment: 20-45 mm (0.8-0.8 in)
- Front Spring Rate: 745 lb/in
- Rear Spring Rate: Progressive-rate spring (KW jobber designation)
Enthusiast Setup Perspective
For mixed street and performance use, start from KW's baseline settings and make changes one variable at a time. That gives the driver a repeatable way to separate genuine setup improvement from simple changes in ride feel. After installation, establish ride height and alignment first, then make damper changes in small increments and record them so the effect of each adjustment remains clear.
Important KW Fitment Notes
- KW Note 0: Front and rear height-adjustable (front and rear springs with height adjustment + shock absorbers)
- KW Note 9: The automatic level control must be disabled
- KW Note 67: Valving is adjusted by adjustment knobs, rebound is only adjustable if the top of the piston rod is accessible. This will depend on the design of the vehicle.
Fitment note: Specifications above are tied to the exact KW part number shown and the application data in the supplied KW jobber sheet. Confirm the vehicle's drivetrain, factory electronic suspension, axle weight and any listed hardware requirements before ordering.