[W126 Coupe] lowering suspension

[Divov]

Hi,
I have embarked on racing my W126 500SEC in a standard production class of Historic racing.
The car is absolutely stock standard and I would like to gradually improve it for each race meet.
Of course the car is not ideally suited for racing, particularly on a tight circuits - but boys will be boys...
After the first race I can report that she's a pig in the tight corners. (we are on road tyres!)
Mercifully I kept her on the black stuff and didn't make too much of a fool of myself!
I really had a lot of fun but I want to go faster next time out.
My car has always stood particularly high in the front.
The first thing I want to do before the next race is to lower the suspension.
I see from the members cars that many are lowered so I hope to get some tips from the guys who have done it.

How do you lower the rear suspension with all that self levelling kit?
Lowering the front, do you get shorter stiffer springs or lop a piece off the standard springs?

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Regards

Alec Divov
(Kyalami - South Africa)
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