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This is one of the nicest I have seen both inside and out. Complete with the attachment through the rear glass hardware. Kent will also include at no extra charge his on-demand video on restoring one of these. This will show you how to remove and replace it in your wagon.
I think well over half of all W123 wagon rear hatch wiper assemblies are either stuck, broken, inoperative, noisy or just won't part properly. The main reason for all these failures is lack of service ( ie lubrication ). It just never gets done.
NEW reman as shown. You will need to use the front pulley and fan assembly off your current bad alternator..
This is a quality aftermarket part and an excellent alternative to a used one. New O.E. is no longer available.
This is a quality aftermarket part and an excellent alternative to a used one. New O.E. are no longer available.
To many people, automotive electrical systems and testing are a big mystery. It is not as complicated as you might think.
This 17-minute video will cover the removal of an old Hirschmann power antenna and then Kent will show you how to troubleshoot the wiring plug in the car to see if you are getting proper power back to the antenna. No sense in replacing a faulty antenna until you make sure your wiring is OK!
R107 power Hirschmann antenna are no longer available new. It is possible to remove and repair the old Hirschmann antenna if you are willing to dig in and spend time cleaning, adjusting, lubing, etc.
In this xx-minute long video, Kent will show you how to install our aftermarket power antenna in your 116, 123, or 123 sedan or coupe. Removal of your old antenna is not covered in this on-demand video but it is very straightforward once you remove the inner fender well panel.
Power Hirschmann antennas are no longer available new. It is possible to remove and repair the old Hirschmanns if you are willing to dig in and spend time cleaning, adjusting, lubing, etc.
This is such a big problem on early 1977 to 1979 123 240D diesels that I decided a good replacement kit was in order. Often I find the main feed wire loose or frayed, the fuse box cracked or melted, and the fuse connector points corroded or loose.
This may or may not be repaired with out additional parts. No guarantees. The motor runs and gears run back and forth. The mast tower was broken off but a new one is included ( see below). We are also include a brand new antenna mast.
This original power antenna has been inspected, cleaned, lubricated, adjusted, and tested in our shop. New Antenna mast installed. This one is in super nice condition. See the video below for the process.
When the motor won't move the window down you can not get to the bolts that hold the regulator to the glass. So then how can you get it out of the door! What a pain! In this xxx minute video Kent will show you what you need to do in order to get a "stuck" power window regulator out of a door.
Fuses, supplies, and video instructions (below) to restore most older fuse boxes to better than original condition.
Fuses, supplies, tools and video instructions (below) to restore most older fuse boxes to better than original condition.
It is a good working and tested unit, as shown. I believe the mounting plate is for an early W108 or W109. To fit your car, ensure you have three wires going to the unit. A brown wire will be attached to the bracket. The rubber coupling between the motor and drive unit is in good condition.
Excellent used over as shown.
This is a must-have if you have a prized Benz or any car you don't drive often!! If you let any of your cars sit for long periods ( generally over 30 days) without driving them, you can ruin your battery, especially if you let it go completely dead.
Good working rear door panel mount power window switch as shown.
Good used plug and wire as shown for the AC compressor. Will need to be spiced into your original wiring.
Good used working unit as shown with relay and electrical plugs intact. Removed working properly in a 190E 2.6. These units must be adjusted properly after installation. See my video series below for detailed information on tilting sunroofs.
Free PDF written instructions included. Only fits 126 Chassis gasoline 6 and 8 cylinder 1981 to 1989 - See model list below
In this video instruction Kent will show you how he installs our battery tender kit in a W124 Mercedes.
Very nice and carefully removed wiring harness from an early W123 240D. Not 100 percent sure it is all there but sure looks like it with all the plugs intact and nothing cut. You may not need all of this but if you just need some sections for a 77 to 79 240D it is worth having this on hand.
After years of "fighting" fuse replacement, Kent finally decided he had had enough! And so was born another special tool. It is designed to securely grab hold of a ceramic fuse, remove it from it, and replace it with minimal exertion and no damage.
Good used connector block as shown with two good screws. Screws often break off due to corrosion. Common use on front power window connections.
Car alarms have their place, but on 20 year and older cars Kent is not so sure... When they get that old they can get very tempermental and will usually go off when you least expect it and in places that can cause great embarrassment.
Jammed up steering locks and keys that won't turn can leave you stranded.
Kent explains why it is important to to remove and open up the motor assembly anytime you are replacing a damaged cable. On the bench he explains the workings of the motor and transmission and shows close up examples of what each of the different components do.
Tilting power sunroof problems can be many. This is particularly true on roof mechanisms that have not received proper lubrication over the years. One of the first things that can fail is the power sunroof cable.
In this video Kent explains some of the key reasons for poor battery contact and loss of voltage to important electrical components. If you want your later model Mercedes to run a peak performance pay attention to your battery.
IMPORTANT NOTE: We do not sell replacement antenna masts by year and model. We have run across too many problems with confusion, interchangeability, and previously swapped antennas. We sell a SMOOTH TAIL mast and a TOOTH TAIL mast.
Have you been having electrical problems in your older Mercedes? Maybe you have taken the fuse box cover off and wiggled a few fuses and it has solved the problem for a while. You probably noticed corrosion on the tips of the old aluminum fuses.
Complete pictorial instructions on how to remove the heater blower motor from your 126, remove the motor from the housing, remove the fan from the motor shaft and install the used parts onto the new Bosch motor.
Digital PDF instructions for cleaning your pencil glow plug chambers. 5 pages of step by step instructions with detailed pictures to visually assist you in completing the job.
Applies to 190D, 200D, 220D, 240D, 300D, 300CD, 300TD and 300SD (Not for 1984 to 1985 190D) Downloadable PDF eBook 3 explains how to properly remove and replace the glow plugs in the early diesel engines up to 1985.
These instructions pertain only to the multi pin plug switch on the back of the ignition lock and key assembly.
For all Mercedes 124 chassis cars from 1986 up to 1993 ONLY. This includes the 260E, 300E, 300D, 300CE, 300TE, and 400E. This is the repair manual you 124 owners have been waiting for.
Covers 190D 300D 300TD 300SDL 350SD 350SDL 1984 - 1993. Book 4 in our glow plug series explains how to properly remove and replace the glow plugs in the OM 601 602 and 603 diesel engines from 1984 to 1993.
This is a must-have if you have a prized Benz or any car you don't drive often!! If you let any of your cars sit for long periods ( generally over 30 days) without driving them, you can ruin your battery, especially if you let it go completely dead.
Hard to find. Good used working Bosch part to control speed of the rear wiper. Confirm your part number 123 821 01 63
Good used headlight plugs. Excellent contacts but main wire has been cut and will need splicing with butt connectors.
DESCRIPTION: Excellent used combination turn signal, high beam and wiper switch assembly. Note no cruse control level included. Easy to install buy pulling wiring bundle right out through the steering column. There will be some wear on the handle.
Good used plastic cover for glow relay as shown
This is referred to as the multifunction relay that controls, turn signal, hazard, wiper delay and rear window defroster. If you hare having problems with any of those check fuses first - then suspect relay.
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.
We only have a few of these custom machined early 300SD steering locks left. LIMIT ONE per customer. We have been informed that there is no plan to manufacture new steering locks again for these classic old diesels
Includes 1 meter of nylon braided clear windshield washer hose. No instructions included.
CLICK HERE to view the complete windshield washer squirted kit.
This GENUINE MERCEDES switch will work on all 107 chassis 380SL and 560SL 1981 to 1989, all 126 chassis sedans and coupes 1981 to 1991 , all 123 chassis 240D 300D 300CD 300TD from 1981 to 1985, all 201 chassis 190E 2.6 and 190D ( 190E 2.3 up to 1988 ONLY) and all 124 chassis from 1986 to 1993.