Mercedes Benz repair: suspension, sway bar bushings, control arm bushings

Question
hi!just wanted to say thanx for all your advice on my 1987 mercedes 300e(gas)! its been running fine. i just had the shocks and struts replaced, but the ride is still a bit hard and bumpy.have i overlooked something? what should i consider having checked? thanx for your cooperation! dan williams  

Answer
You need it inspected by your local MB dealer, even if you decline the repair, and DIY.

Best guess, it could be any single/combination of the following lists.

Top issues to look for:

Bad tires
Broken Coil Spring
Coil Spring Shim damaged or missing
Damaged spring perch
Engine mounts
Idler Arm
Steering Coupling
Steering Damper


Secondary possible issues:

Ball Joint
Camber Strut - Left/Right Rear Upper position
Control Arm Bushings
Control Arm fasteners
Control Arm Stay - Rear Left/Right
Control Arm Strut - Rear Tie Rod Assembly Left/Right
Differential Mount
Strut Bump Stop - Front  
Strut Mount - Front Upper  
Subframe Bushing Kit - Front position of rear subframe
Subframe Mount - Rear of Rear Subframe
Suspension Pull Rod
Sway Bar Brackets, ALL
Sway Bar Bushing Kit REAR
Sway Bar Bushings FRONT
Sway Bar Link
Transmission mount
Thrust Arm
Tie Rod Assembly
Tie Rod Bushing