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R230 ABC Front Strut Rebuild System

Restore. Don’t Replace.

Active Body Control suspension is one of the defining features of the R230 — but when front struts begin to leak or wear, owners are often told to replace the entire unit.

Typical cost of replacing both front struts:
€2,000–€2,400+

This rebuild system offers a different approach.

Instead of replacing the complete assembly, you restore it — properly.

Why This Kit Exists

The majority of ABC front strut failures are caused by:

• Aged hydraulic seals

• Worn ball joints

• Cracked dust boots

• Degraded top mounts

The original components are now over 15–20 years old. Even low-mileage vehicles suffer from material aging.

This system was developed to address those wear components directly — using redesigned parts and improved materials engineered for high-cycle suspension movement.

We have designed our rebuild kit with the newest materials on the market including upgrading both the dustseals material and the hydraulic seal with a copper/graphite infused PTFE which allows for frichtionless high frequency movement while minimize the wear on the seals on the piston shaft. Restore your suspension to drive smoother then OEM.

Choose Your Level of Restoration

🥈 Basic – €129

For a hydraulics only rebuild for one strut - please order two pieces per axle if you want to rebuild two shocks

• New hydraulic pressure seals custom made adjusted to compensate for potential wear and upgraded to modern performance

• New scraper seals from NBR to TPU to improve protection against grime in the event of a failed dustcover 
  

🥇 Advanced – €349

Complete mechanical + hydraulic restoration:

• Everything in Basic for two struts!

• Full dustcover set + top mount + ball joint
  

This allows full internal restoration of the ABC front strut instead of replacing it.

Engineered for ABC Conditions

Unlike standard hydraulic cylinders, ABC struts operate under:

• Rapid up/down cycles

• Continuous pressure variation

• High dynamic load

The included seal system is designed and coated specifically for this type of motion — improving durability beyond standard material specifications.

DIY Supported

Each rebuild level is supported by detailed Everdrive YouTube guidance, demonstrating:

• Disassembly

• Seal replacement

• Ball joint replacement

• Reassembly

• Key technical considerations

This enables experienced DIY owners to confidently restore their struts at a fraction of replacement cost.

Who This Is For

• Owners facing leaking or worn front ABC struts

• DIY enthusiasts comfortable with professional level mechanical work

• Workshops looking for a structured rebuild solution

• R230 owners wanting to preserve original components

Restore Instead of Replace

• Maintain your original struts

• Avoid €2,400+ replacement cost

• Improve longevity with updated materials

• Keep the vehicle engineered as designed

ABC was built to deliver exceptional ride quality.
This system helps keep it that way.

Please be advised that only basic tools are needed but we strongly advise the rebuild be done by a professional shop.