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This is both an impressive and inspiring key chain for Mercedes owners and enthusiasts. Perfect gift item. Available in other styles. Please see the related products below. Watch the video of Kent and Kaia's road trip where they gave the first one away!
A better mousetrap? Yes, it is. If you think Kent is just trying to sell something, watch the video below. After watching it in action, you will believe this really is the best tool out there for the job!
I figured out why the spark plugs in these V6 engines don't seem to ever get changed.
With this deluxe kit, you can reduce frustration and save big when doing it yourself. Watch the videos below to learn more!
This package of lubrication products includes all those items listed below under related products. You can purchase each one separately or altogether here and save. To learn more specific details about each product click on any one of the related products that you see listed.
Tired of trying to get your bent dash wood to stick to the dash? Have you tried to glue it or use tape only to have it loosen or fall off again? This new kit Kent put together will solve the loose dash wood problem once and for all.
INTRODUCTORY SALE: If you are going to "take on" servicing or repairing an old sunroof that does not work or that has been neglected, we are now offering all of Kent's non-tilting sunroof related manuals and video instructions in one package.
This is one of those severely neglected parts that seem to never get changed. This is the FIRST thing you want to look at when the engine won't start, starts and quits, or misfires on and off. This is a quality German-made aftermarket cap with Genuine Bosch Rotor.
It is hard to find the right motor mount bolts for the 116 diesels. They have to be good hard steel and just the right length. We have provided locking washers to install with the bolts so they will not loosen up.
Diesel idling too fast. Diesel idling too slow. Diesel shaking at idle. Transmission jerks with shifting from Park to Drive. These are some of the symptoms that might indicate your engine's idle speed is not adjusted correctly.
Since new original style pumps are no longer made, this is the best way to finally fix your old fuel pump leaks and poor performance.
If your V8 is running hot or temp gauge is moving you may have a bad sending unit. Located at the front of the engine. Easy replace. Drain one gallon of coolant out of the radiator before removing it.
If your fuel gauge stops working or is not reading accurately, many times it can be repaired by removing it from the fuel tank, taking it apart and giving it a good internal cleaning of the contact points, float shaft, and wires.
We have been talking about this for years. It was Ryan who got a friend to make this for us. It is a very high-quality vinyl with a special stick adhesive that "breathes" and does not allow bubbles to get trapped during application.
On the M112 V6 and M113 V8 engines this is the most common failure item that can leave you stranded. Better to replace it with an improved new part BEFORE your engine quits cold.
Diesel idling too fast. Diesel idling too slow. Diesel shaking at idle. Transmission jerks with shifting from Park to Drive. These are some of the symptoms that might indicate your engine's idle speed is not adjusted correctly.
This is a very critical and very neglected filter located inside the fuel tank.
Since new original style pumps are no longer made, this is the best way to finally fix your old fuel pump leaks and poor performance. This kit is designed specifically for the W108 and W109 small V8 sedans.
This is an above-average used bumper, as shown. It's not perfect. Study the pictures carefully. Chrome is clean and bright, and there is no major corrosion on the front or back, where you usually find severe aluminum corrosion.
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.
Fits all 380SL and 380SLC from 1981 to 1985. This flexible fuel hose connects the outlet of the fuel filter to the metal hard fuel line going from the rear of the 380SL to the engine compartment. This hose is hard to install and hard to inspect.
High-quality fuel filter for your later model R107 SL. With the right tools and knowledge, you may not need to drain your fuel tank to replace this filter ( replacement should be every 30,000 miles for peak performance. Watch Kent's video below for installation tips.
These are three inexpensive parts that seem to never get replaced when they wear out. If "mechanics" miss these items. Are you losing coolant? Are you losing windshield washer fluid? Do you have unsightly oil on your right valve cover?
Hard to believe we took so long to come up with this tool. It was Gerson's genius that made it happen. The secret turned out to be the hook that keeps the tool in place while stretching out the rubber donut. Wow! What a cool tool.
Best engine oil filters for your classic R107 or C107. As seen on Cherry.
This socket is the correct size to use with our R107 Fuel Tank Screen Removal Tool ( See below:). It is a heavy-walled 27 mm black impact grade socket made in the U.S.A.
These will fit all 1976 to 1991 4.5, 3.8, 5.0 and 5.6-liter V8 engines with Bosch C.I.S fuel injection.
Do not let anyone convince you to install some super platinum, iridium or kryptonite spark plug in your SL V8. They are just not capable of handling the richer fuel mixtures associated with these older engines.
Socket is now black (impact grade). This is a tool that Kent first thought about making 20 years ago. While installing shock absorbers in his 380SL he had finally had enough - so it was back to the machine shop to come up with a new tool.
The R107 and C107 plastic shift bushings are very common parts that need to be replaced more often than not. Can you believe it is the exact same part that was used on all models for over 25 years! It is an inexpensive part that can cause big problems if it breaks out.
For many years, we were receiving frantic requests from customers asking for help with removing the fuel tank filter screen from their 1971 to 1989 350SL, 450SL, 380SL, 500SL, or 560SL (the same issue also applies to all SLC coupes). Until recently, we did not have a solution other than to tell
Hard to believe we took so long to come up with this tool. It was Gerson's genius that made it happen. The secret turned out to be the hook that keeps the tool in place while stretching out the rubber donut. Wow! What a cool tool.
Improve the ride, handling, and safety of your 1986 to 1989 107 SL convertible and coupe. Yes, shocks play a big part in safety and people often do not know this. Old shocks just wear out slowly so you may not "feel" the problem until you install new Bilsteins!
Improve the ride, handling, and safety of your 1972 to 1985 107 SL convertible and coupe. Yes, shocks play a big part in safety and people often do not know this. Old shocks just wear out slowly so you may not "feel" the problem until you install new Bilsteins!
These are very high-quality brake pads and fit many different models. Brake pad paste included. Watch the video below to see why these are Kent's favorites.
These are simply the best for your old Benz. They fit all W126 300SD and R107 380SL from 1981 to 1985. They also will fit the W126 380SE, 380SEL, and 500SEL from 1981 to 1985. Very heavy to ship. Watch the video below to see why these are Kent's favorites.
Newly rebuilt driver and passenger side front calipers WITH NEW CERAMIC ( low dust ) brake pads. Fits all W123 chassis 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 280E 280CE 1977 to 1985. Please note there is NO HASSLE CORE CHARGE.
Works on the following: 6 cylinder gas MFI engines 1959 to 1972, 6.3 and diesel engines 200D 220D 240D 300D 300TD 300CD and 300SD through 1985.
You want superior stopping performance as well as minimum brake dust on your wheels - then these pads are what you want. Watch the video below - they are also really pretty! :-)
Watch the video below to see how this special wrench is used on the three nuts holding the exhaust downpipe to the turbocharger exhaust flange.
When replacing the thermostat in your order diesel you may end up fitting a lot of corrosion. This kit will help you make sure you do not have any leaks when you install the new thermostat and will prevent corrosion of the housing bolts in the future.
This driver-side tail light is the best we have seen. No crazing, fading or cranks in the lense and the chrome is excellent. ALL METAL (not plastic) reflector and good used soft rubber seal included.
If you are experiencing minor coolant loss on your older model that has the cap on the radiator, it may because you do not have the correct cap. Not all caps are created equal as Kent will point out in the video below:
This is the type of radiator that will require this cap.
This is a hard-to-find adapter that will need if you have one of the early 1990s 5 and 6 cylinder turbo diesel engines. We machine this right here in our shop and it is designed to work directly with our OM61x compression tester ( see related products below):
Have you ever had a hard time finally a very small coolant leak? Do you find yourself adding small amounts of coolant but can not see any leak? Is there a funny smell coming from inside your Benz when you run the heater?
Kent jokingly mentions this has become a late W123 epidemic! You see this problem happening on all late model 240D, 300D, 300CD, and 300TD wagons.
This easy-to-install kit could do wonders for your older diesel engine. The lift pump is almost always forgotten when it comes to maintenance on the OM616 and OM617 engines.
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.
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