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Very common wear item due to aging rubber. Can be easily installed by putting a piece of plywood on the bottom of the transmission pan and use a floor jack to lightly jack up the back of the transmission to replace the mount.
Do you want the rear end to ride like a new on your later 126 sedan or coupe? Then you have to replace the key suspension rubber parts that attach the rear suspension to the car. This kit has the parts you need, but it does not include instructions.
Do you want the rear end to ride like a new W123? Then you have to replace the key suspension rubber parts that attach the rear suspension to the car. This kit has the parts you need, but it does not include instructions.
Testing fuel pressure is a simple procedure on the D-Jetronic engines, but it is absolutely essential.
Good used condition. no damage or excessive wear on the teeth.
This is a set of four Kent Torx head door striker bolts. They will eliminate many headaches related to door closing issues on the W123 doors on all models from 1977 to 1985.
The door strikers seem to wear out faster on the R107s than on any other chassis due primarily to the heavy doors. Even driving with the doors closed puts a strain on the strikers.
You will receive two specialty drill bits and a modified star socket, along with very detailed video instructions on how to use these tools to remove a damaged head hex bolt without damaging the door frame or the old striker.
If you round out a head on a W123, W126, or 560SL door striker bolt, you don't have to panic. This video will show you two ways to remove the damaged bolt using Kent's emergency removal tool set.
Instead of a weak, small hex tool, you can now use a T45 torx bit that fits tight in the head of Kent's new striker torx bolts for the W123, W126, and 560SL.
When you install a new door striker, you will have to adjust it so the door closes and fits properly. This can be time-consuming, as it involves a fair amount of trial and error.
Kent has tried dozens. This is the best for serious buffing on old paint. Watch the video below for a quick demonstration. Fast cutting action and silicone free.
Do you want to make the rear end ride like a new R107 - Then you have to replace the key suspension rubber parts that attach the rear suspension to the car. This kit has the parts you need. No instructions.
Kits contains:
This deluxe kit includes three products related to the rear-end fuel delivery system for the models mentioned. This is critical if you want to get one of these old V8 engines running properly, especially if it has not been running for a long time.
Kent will demonstrate in this 11-minute video how to repair small rust holes in the trunk wells on older Mercedes W116, W123, W126, W124 and W201 chassis. This technique can also be used anywhere you find small non-structural rust holes forming.
In this 32-minute, very detailed video, Kent will show you how you can fix some heavy rust pitting and small rust-out holes in the trunk of your classic Benz. This technique also works on floors and under body panels.
Rusty, pitted metal can be pretty ugly, even if you paint over it. If you try to fill it with regular Bondo, that will not work long-term.
These are the forward trailing arm bushings that connect the arms to the rear subframe. When these bushing get old or start to crack and break apart, you may hear noises in the back and the rear end may want to steer the car on its own.
Do you want to make the rear end ride like a new R107 - Then you have to replace the key suspension rubber parts that attach the rear suspension to the car. This kit has the parts you need. No instructions.
Kits contains:
Now you can get your old SL PASSENGER door closing properly again! These strikers do wear out and can cause a number of problems.
Now you can get your old SL driver door closing properly again! These strikers do wear out and can cause a number of problems.
This part wears out over time and can cause a number of problems. Door clunking going over rough ground, door not closing easily, door accidentally popping open while driving, or you find yourself slamming the door just to get it fully closed.
This part wears out over time and can cause a number of problems. Door clunking going over rough ground, door not closing easily, door accidentally popping open while driving, or you find yourself slamming the door just to get it fully closed.
For all W108, W109, W114, W115, W116, C107, W123 and W126 models up through 1985. The kit includes a new O.E. seal, special tool, and Kent's video instructions.
In this video, Kent will show you the tricks of getting the front sunroof seal installed without pulling your hair out. It will require the tool shown that is included with the purchase of the front seal.
In this short video, Kent will demonstrate how to prep the sunroof if there is rust in the seal area and how to install a new rear seal using the tool, lubricant, and glue provided in his kit. PLEASE NOTE: The sunroof panel has to be removed from the car.
This tool is required to remove the prechambers in the OM 615, OM 616, OM 617, OM 601, OM 603 four, five, and six clyinder diesels through 1987 ONLY! Easy tool to use.
You can buy a rear rubber seal anywhere, BUT there is nowhere else you can buy one with instructions, tools, and supplies to make it easy for you to do the job right the first time! Kent will show you some tricks that eliminate long-term problems and make it look pretty at the same time.
Only fits years and models noted. WARNING: WILL NOT fit W116, W201 or W124 models. Now comes with both Kent's PDF written manual and the new 44 min. video on removing and installing the new steering lock.
You will need to loosen the bottom of the rear shock, disconnect the control arm from the outer knuckle, loosen the inside arm bolts, and drop the end of the control arm down. Kent designed this tool to make it easy for the DIY mechanic to do this job without having to take it into the shop.
In this 23-minute step-by-step "how-to" video, Kent will show you how to install a new set of fuel injectors in your early D-Jetronic engine. This video is included free with the purchase of our early 3.5 and 4.5 fuel injector sets.
The subjects included are:
It is the bushing you can not see and it is very hard to inspect. There are two ways you can replace them.
PLEASE NOTE: You will get the filter and the gasket for the original transmission pan. Make sure your pan is original! This combo includes the three kits listing below. You will get full video instructions and will help you do this and save big $$$.
These are super absorbent, low lint, and have strong birch handles. More than enough to keep you busy for a while.
Only one available. Please do not try to order more.
These are becoming harder to find in good condition. They were often used as the spare tires in these older models.
Off low mileage coupe and in dry storage for the past 25 years. Excellent condition as shown.
This is actually 2 sets of bumpers that will allow you to make one really good set. I have been working to get a nice pair for the past 20 years to go on that perfect 6.9 but time is running out. On to the next enthusiast.
6 "German style" non-cutting hose clamps as shown. These are wider than most to better seal the hose to the fitting. See our other hose clamp assortments below.
In this collection you will receive the CIS pressure testing short kit and all 6 of Kent's videos on Bosch CIS fuel injection theory, tester connections and testing. Click on each link below to read about the specifics of each. This combo kit overs a great savings.
If you plan to replace, test, or service your electronic fuel injectors you first must determine which bottom seals you will need. If you have a 1970 or 1973 model, you most likely have the single-bottom seal (unless your engine has been changed).
Learn how to install this critical repair kit correctly and how to test your monovalve function on the bench. In this 13-minute video, Kent shares how to install the kit while avoiding problems. Get your cabin heat working properly again!
This fits the U.S. models with automatic climate control which include the 1982 to 1989 R107 380SL, 500SL, and 560SL + the 1982 to 1985 W123 ALL models + the 1981 to 1991 W126 sedan and coupes. This is an easy fix that you can do yourself.
Kent has learned that you really can not tell how good your v belts are by just looking at them, especially if they are over 15 years old. Kind of like old tires - they may look good on the outside.
For E430, ML430, E500, E55. S500, CL500, and SL500 through 2003. Every M112 V8 I have worked on starts making front engine bearing noise around 90K to 100K. Almost like clockwork! This is a service you will want to perform whether you have had your Benz for a long time or just purchased one.
Kent walks you through replacing a trunk seal on a 1970 280SL. The video is 13 minutes long and covers removing the old seal, cleaning the groove, trial fitting the new seal, and the final gluing procedure.
In this 24-minute instructional video, Kent shows you more than just how to change the transmission filter and the pan.
In this 19-minute detail instructions, Kent will show you how to get the old seal out, how to trial fit the new seal, and how to glue it in place properly. You can not believe how many seals we see that have not been installed properly.
In this detailed 22-minute video instruction, Kent will show you how to use his kit to perform a power drain on most 1965 to 1995 automatic transmission.
Yes, YOU can fully drain all your transmission without using any type of "power flush." Full detailed video instructions are included. This kit is easy to connect and the process is quick and clean. Watch Kent's YouTube video below for full details.