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\Kent purchased it from the original owner in Seattle in 1990, this beauty spent its entire life in the Pacific Northwest and is a rust-free preservation example of a very rare fuel-injected Mercedes. It has NOT been restored but has been well maintained.
These two types of fiberglass can bridge over small to medium rust holes and give a lasting repair to what otherwise becomes a very time-consuming and expensive repair.
This is the actual part you will receive. There are no cracks in the rubber seal and all four clips are intact.
Forget about this bolt rusting again on your sway bar. Included are 2 correct bolts and blue thread locker to secure them in place.
For one side only. It saves 20 hours of labor not having to replace the sway bar.
The original fuel filter has a rigid right-angle fitting, as shown in the pictures below. We do not provide this fitting in our fuel delivery kits as more often than not it can be removed from your old filter and installed in the new filter we provide.
Look for wetness around the back side of your tail lights as well as old streaks of white. These seals will leak when they are old.
Condition as shown. This is the actual part you will receive.
This one is average. Bright chrome. but a few dents and a little curb damage on the edge. There is some minor surface rust on the back side, but that can be cleaned up and painted. NO clips included.
PLEASE NOTE: EACH HOLDER HAS SIX SLOTS
When removing valve covers or changing wires, replace these with new ones. They may look good, but they usually break due to engine heat and age.
Cover is a little rough but the info inside is very valuable. This Manual Covers the introduction to US version W116 Models that had auto climate control, including the 280SE, 450SE, and 450SEL, and the service of the Automatic Climate Control System.
Look closely. These are the actual lights you will receive. The glass is free of breaks, chips, or sandblasting. The plastic headlight doors are in good used condition. Bulbs are included, but I can not guarantee they will work. Lights have been stored in a warm shop for the past 15 years.
In 1990 the R129 was the first Mercedes to have a cabin air filter. In fact, it may have been one of the first cars that even thought about the idea. I love cabin air filters and I find they hardly ever get changed. Located under the hood back by the firewall.
This is the best quality aftermarket blower we have seen and comes with a 24-month warranty. Be sure to change your cabin air filter at the same time. See below to order.
New black studded cap as shown.
This is a set of four STAINLESS STEEL custom machined Torx head door striker bolts. They will eliminate many headaches related to door closing issues on the W126 and 560SL doors.
Torx speed bit included. The door striker set shown includes eight new STAINLESS STEEL custom machined Torx bolts and instructions on installing and adjusting the new striker plates. What are the advantages of these new-style bolts?
Left and right door strikers as shown. No extras
For later 1973 to 1980, 4.5 V8 engines - 450SL, 450SLC, 450SE, and 450SEL. Very nice set of high-performance wires for your 450V8. But we ask you to check your distributor cap before ordering as there was a change in 1973 and even some 1974 models may have the older orange/ brown color cap.
It is the front door strikers that usually wear out first. This complete kit will help you get the old bolts out and the new strikers installed and adjusted properly.
Steel waste gate housing cover plate as shown. No hardware or gasket
Kent has been "into" lubrication since his younger years, flying and working on airplanes over 50 years ago.
Kent has been "into" lubrication since his younger years, flying and working on airplanes over 50 years ago.
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. If your fuel pressure is off even a few pounds, it will dramatically change the fuel mixture, and your engine will end up running too rich or too lean.
Good used condition. no damage or excessive wear on the teeth.
This is a set of four STAINLESS STEEL custom machined 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 T45 speed bit included can be used in your drill to speed install and adjust the striker.The door strikers seem to wear out faster on the R107s than on any other chassis due primarily to the heavy doors.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.