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New coolant temperature sensor for most Mercedes built from 1973 to 1993, Gasoline and Diesel models. Many gas models it is located on top of the thermostat housing. Sends signal to engine coolant temperature gauge on the dashboard. These are getting harder to get. Single pin
Kent originally wrote this manual to go along with our 617 Turbo Diesel Front Crank Seal Replacement Kit as well as our 616 and 617 NON Turbo Crank Seal Kit. We have found that many of you are having problems with your front crank bolt loosening up or bolts sheer
This inexpensive kit will allow you to replace the old hardened and brittle fuel hose in your diesel's engine compartment as well as those old worn out factory clamps with new high quality worn gear clamps that will not cut into the rubber hose.
New turbo charger turbine shaft and exhaust turbine wheel as shown. This part has been highly balanced and is ready for installation. Make certain your compressor wheel is not bent or damaged as that could throw it out of balance. Comes with new shaft nut.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. This line will not fit the 601 602 and 603 diesel engines produced from 1984 to 1995. If you order in error this part is not returnable. See applicable models and years in subtitle. We had this new straight hard line specially manufactured for us in Germany.
Every one of these pumps I have ever seen needs resealing. The seals and o-rings become just too hard over all those years of use. This is the most complete SLS (self-leveling suspension) pump overhaul kit on the market today.
Quality German oil filter quantity of 2. For 450, 380, 500, 420, and 560 engines.
Easy to replace. You do not need to get under the car. Access to the lid is on the right side of these engines just below the forward section of the valve cover.
New Fuel tank sending unit o ring. If you need to remove your sending unit to test or clean, it is a good idea to replace o-ring.
Fits 116 107 123 and 126 Chassis from 1977 to 1991.
Use this gasket kit to install a rebuilt or good used turbo charger on your engine. Does not include exhaust manifold to engine block gasket but you do not need to remove the exhaust manifold to change the turbo. This is a gasket set only. NO INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED.
This right angle screwdriver is great for working in tight places - like removing speakers, voltage regulators, distributor caps, etc.
-Please note 9 bolts required per engine
New rubber gasket type with hole at side.
Use this special swedge fittings when making any type of copper coil coolant heater for our SVO WVO fuel system. One end of this fitting clamps down tight on the copper pipe and the other end can accept any standard fitting with 1/4 inch male national pipe thread.
Use this special swedge fittings when making any type of copper coil coolant heater for our SVO WVO fuel system. One end of this fitting clamps down tight on the copper pipe and the other end can accept any standard fitting with 1/4 inch male national pipe thread.
This is one of Kent's favorite tools. Lets you reach into tight places - very long nose curved pliers with teeth - like hemostat. With the locking handles it is amazing what this clamp / pliers can hold - and the tight places it can get into!
Correct metric hex bolt to mount the front crank pulley to the crank counterbalance. These bolts become rusty, are easy to round out, and sometimes even break duty to engine vibration. Check the torque of these bolts.
January 2019 notice: This filter is now available only in very limited quantities and may not be readily available in the future. This is why we are not able to include it in our full fluid flush kit ( See related products below) This is an often neglected filter.
WARNING: IF YOU ORDER THE WRONG ONE IT IS NOT RETURNABLE.
I like the convenience of using the factory jack points (holes) but I absolutely DO NOT like using the factory jack - except in cases of emergency road side repair. You all know it can be a little unstable... I solved this problem by using a large heavy duty bolt.
We are proud to offer the most complete and D.I.Y. doable high performance 617 turbo repair kit available on the market today. For optimal turbo performance, this is a service that should be performed every 100,000 miles (watch my video for explanation).
Good used headlight plugs. Excellent contacts but main wire has been cut and will need splicing with butt connectors.
Here is an assortment of 12 aluminum and copper sealing rings used in different locations on diesel engines and transmissions. This is not a complete set. Random spares from Kents stock. Handy to have in the garage for spares.
Crushable seal ring that fits between the prechamber and the cylinder head. Standard thickness approximately 2.0mm. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. New seals may be required to repair fuel and air leaks around the top of the prechambers. Special tools are required to replace this seal.
Crushable seal ring that fits between the prechamber and the cylinder head. Genuine first oversize thickness 2.3mm. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. New seals may be required to repair fuel and air leaks around the top of the prechambers. Special tools are required to replace this seal.
Plastic adjusting knob with clip. Fits many years and models with manually adusting mirrors.
Good used set of reading lights with no corrosion. No breaks in plastic. CAN NOT GUARANTEE THE BULBS
Good used flywheel stretch bolt as shown. Very limited stock. Torque converter flex plate bolts.
Excellent used rear check strap. Can also fit front doors but only has one stop possible as typical on the rears. Fits right or left. No cracks or bends. Complete as shown.
Very Good used wood piece. Hard to find in this condition. For models without sunroofs but can be modified for models with a sunroof by cutting out the trim hole. Wood superb. The finish is almost perfect except for two very small hairline cracks at the lower corners of the big cut-out.
Brand new balanced compressor wheel as shown. Increase horsepower by installing a new compressor impeller. The sharp clean edges really make a difference in compressor boost output. Most of these old wheels are worn. No instructions included.
UPDATE: This yellow slide hammer is no longer available. You can purchase our new silver Version 4 model. See related products below. This is one of the tools you will need to remove stubborn pre chambers.
Tightens and Removes Collar Nuts on 220D 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD 300SDL 190D 2.2 1969 to 1987. Works on most Mercedes diesel engines up through 1987 only. ALSO FITS OM 636
Getting to and removing the two hex head bolts that hold the starter to the bellhousing can be a real test of your sanity - especially if you don't have the right tool! You will need a heavy duty hex socket on a strong wobble extension.
Fits 450SL 450SLC 450SE/L 380SL 380SE/L 380SEC 500SEL 500SEC 420SEL 560SL 560SEL 560SEC 1973 to 1991 - ALSO FITS 126 Chassis 300SDL 350SDL.
This is a genuine Mercedes used part. These are much stronger than the aftermarket ones available. Genuine are no longer made. No damage to the slot or the threads. Only for models listed. Does not work on later aluminum diesel engines. Collar nut holds pre-chamber in cylinder head.
8/2022 Update: We have modifed a new wrench for this kit so it may not look the same as that shown in previous YouTube videos, but it will do the same or even better job! We do sell the water pumps individually, but we decided to offer this complete kit to make a diesel pump installation go easie
Description: For late 450SL, 450SLC, 450SE, 450SEL as noted below. Fits ALL 300SD 1978 to 1980. Please note that the cruise control lever is not included. You will use that from your old unit. No instructions but easy and straightforward to install.
Mercedes Benz 450SE
PLEASE NOTE: We have been having problems recently obtaining these brackets. Turbo owner you may want to get a backup now before these are gone forever. If you order there could be a short shipping delay. Complete Kit as shown with installation tips included.
Good used turbo charger center section heat shield plate as shown. This only fits the Garret T3 Turbo. Will not fit the KKK turbos. Will not fit 1985 models with trap oxidizer.
Good used turbo charger center section to turbine housing hold down ring plate as shown. This only fits the Garret T3 Turbo. Will not fit the KKK turbos. Will not fit 1985 models with trap oxidizer.
Good used turbo charger exhaust manifold with good studs as shown. No other parts included. This only fits the Garret T3 Turbo. Will not fit the KKK turbos. Will not fit 1985 models with trap oxidizer. This is the style that has the EGR outlet.
Good used turbo charger compressor housing as shown. This only fits the Garret T3 Turbo. Will not fit the KKK turbos. Will not fit 1985 models with trap oxidizer.
These large o-rings are used on the aluminum coupling that connects the turbo charger compressor outlet to the intake manifold. Should be changed with removing manifold or replacing turbo.
With this kit you will be able to hook up a pressure gauge to your intake manifold and route it inside your car for the purpose of monitoring your turbo charger boost pressure while driving.
When using a pencil glow plug reamer, this modified 12 mm wrench will allow you to PUSH in on the reamer while turning - and let me tell you - this is needed when you have heavy carbon buildup in the prechambers.
Three seals required to repair oil leaks in the straight oil drain tube going from the bottom of the turbo into the engine oil pan. This kit is intended for those who are rebuilding their turbo and have not changed these seals before.
High quality lubricant to be used when assembling bearings in engines or in components that are oiled by engine oil. This WILL prevent scoring and wear upon initial start-up after overhaul.
Set of (2). The number one cause of a loose or rattling shift lever is failed or missing shift lever bushings. Our upgraded bushings are made out of nylon and are much tougher than the original plastic type. No instructions or special tools included.
Genuine MBZ Part with wiring plug for later models: Please note this buzzer is really for the 1985 and later models. The wiring pigtail is not used on pre-1985 steering locks. The switch itself is the same but for older models you will have to install and leave the pigtail connected.