ml W164 rear shocks

[M666LFF]

whilst I have been off work and doing a few jobs on the car I had a look at the rear shocks and they don't appear to be in the best condition it passed the Mot a couple of months back no problem .
But I am thinking of maybe changing the rear shocks , bilstien from ecp are about £219 for the pair if I get the springs (sach) too its about £440 .
Are the shocks something that can be changed on the drive ?
I tow a caravan hence thinking it might be a good idea to do the shocks at least .
The springs seem to have a rubber bit o the top of the spring which seems to be crumbling would any one know if this a separate part from the spring ?

 

[dokalj]

If you're car doesn't have airmatic, I would suggest getting in contact with some of the mercedes garages on ebay as they aren't that pricey and they will tell you which ones you need with the springs.

 

[M666LFF]

Ok I will see what the prices are like and no I don't have airmail.
My question was really more can the shocks be changed fairly easily on the drive at home

 

[dokalj]

Apologies, you can change them on the drive if you have a good selection of tools. An impact wrench and an additional jack will most likely come in handy

 

[M666LFF]

Cheers I found a how to on you tube looks like the worst part is removing all the internal trim to get too the top bolts

 

[dokalj]

No worries, taking the trim off isn't that bad. Just remember to label all the parts