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Mercedes 6.9: Difference between suspension front struts LH/RH?

Started by jllgd, 03 August 2019, 03:54 PM

jllgd

Can anyone tell what's the difference between the two 6.9 front suspension struts?
I see they are listed with two different part numbers, 1263202113 and 1263202213.
Thanks

daantjie

They have a LHS and RHS variation due to the main hose fitting orientation.
Daniel
1977 450 SEL 6.9 - Astralsilber

jllgd

Thanks, so that means they are definitely not interchangeable?

s class

The main difference is th relative orientation of the top mount and the pressure hose connection.  You can loosen the top mount and rotate it.


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jllgd

Perhaps a silly question: If you loosen the top mount and then rotate it, wouldn't the top mount then become loose, when it's in the new orientation?
Thanks!