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This is the Permatex Brand Extreme Brake Parts Lubricant. 100 percent synthetic formula with ceramic solids. It resists moisture and corrosion and will not wash out. Lasts longer than any other caliper grease. Silences brake noise across a much wider temperature range.
Old cars and brake issues go hand in hand. Especially if the car is not driving very often. Brake problems usually first show up as “dragging” or sticking brakes. If this issue is not dealt with immediately it can lead to serious problem including the car catching on fire.
Kent will walk you step-by-step through the process of cleaning and prepping the old caliper for the new seals. He will share his recommendations on painting as well as how to retard the rust inside the caliper housing.
In this video manual Kent will walk you step-by-step through the process of properly putting the caliper back together again with the new seals and correct assembly paste.
This is a must-have if you attempting a caliper rebuild on one with stuck pistons. If you own one of our injector pressure testers here is a great add-on that will allow you to use the tester to remove stuck pistons from old brake calipers.
You can save a lot of money if you can rebuild your old brake calipers, especially on some older models. If you can just get the pistons out of the housings, most calipers are rebuildable, unless they have been subject to road salt or have sat exposed to the weather for years without use.
Installing new front rotors on older model Mercedes requires that you remove the rotor from the bearing hub and bolt the new rotor back on. Sounds easy right? Sometimes not! The bolts are on very tight and often take a lot of torque to remove. How do you hold the break rotor while doing this?
FITS THE FOLLOWING: all W107, W108, 109, W111, W113, W114, W115, W116, W123 and W126 chassis from 1969 to 1991. See models listed below. NOTE: Four pads included for both sides of rear axle. Tired of excess brake dust and poor performance during heavy braking? These are amazing brake pads.
Covers 1965 to 1995 110, 111, 112, 108, 109, 107, 114, 115, 116, 123, 126, 201, 124, and 129 Chassis master cylinder, pads, rotors, calipers and flexible brake hoses.
When used for bleeding or flushing your brake system, a single person can do a rapid fluid flush! No mess and very efficient. Will work on all Mercedes from 1968 to 1995 - Also select 1960's models and most later chassis up to 2006 see list below: 25-minute video instructions are now included.
There are other brands of brake pad anti-squeal paste on the market, but for me the factory Mercedes paste has proven to be the most effective. It simply stays in place and holds up better over the long haul.
Born out of frustration this twin chamber plastic bottle has solved two of Kent's biggest head aches when brake bleeding or flushing brake systems.
This 12 page instructional booklet by Kent Bergsma (8.5x11 page size) covers brake bleeding equipment and procedures for all model Mercedes from the mid 1950s to the mid 1990s. This covers chassis Ponton 110 111 112 113 108 109 114 115 116 107 116 123 126 201 and 124.
For use on most Mercedes from 1969 to 2006 (see exceptions below)- UPS Ground Shipping ONLY! Buy the complete kit and save $$. This is almost everything you need to do a fast, clean and efficient brake fluid flush on your older Mercedes Benz passenger car.
Replace that old leaking and stained cap with brite white new one!
These have been inspected for good hex heads and for abnormal thread stretch. Threads will need cleaning before installation. Always use liberal blue thread locker when installing.
Emergency brake shoe maintenance is often neglected because the rear brake disc / rotor has to be removed to inspect and repair them. If the car has ever been driven a long distance with the emergency brake on, expect problems.
These are great and can be used on very heavy calipers attached to multiple places. Make brake work easy and protect your hoses and sensor wiring.
Whether your just changing pads, hoses, or doing a complete brake system overhaul, the items we include in this DIY will guarantee the job gets done with no mistakes, minimum frustration, and lasting results. There is no other kit like this anywhere.
This manual is a complete guide for all brake component replacement for all 1965-1995 Mercedes Benz cars. It will help you identify common signs of trouble, inspecting brake components, and replacing major brake components - a necessity for any DIY brake job on your Mercedes Benz!
That is right - this is brand new - NOT rebuilt. It fits the passenger side rear wheel ONLY. The caliper comes with new pad mounting hardware and new bolts. These will soon be gone forever... Special price limited to stock on hand. Sorry, we do not have the left side. We only have four left.
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.
Most calipers on the older classics need help. They may "work" but often the pistons are not moving freely, causing uneven pad wear and excessive rotor wear. We have found that almost all brake calipers can be "rebuilt." The exception is those that have been subjected to SEVERE road salt.
High-quality full set of front (right and left side) pads with built-in anti-noise shims. Once you use these, Kent guarantees you will become a believer in using only Ceramic brake pads.
This is a full 25-minute step-by-step instructional video on how to properly flush or bleed your brake system using our pressure brake bleeder and fluid capture tank.
Kent came up with this kit because of all the times he replaced e-brake shoes only to end up with battered knuckles and extreme headaches. This video is included free with the purchase of the toolkit.
This video is intended to be used as instructions when purchasing Kent's Rust Buster Tool. It can be viewed separately but you will need the tool to apply the principles. This video is included free of charge when purchasing the tool. See related products below:
One day Kent "finally had it!" Replacing parking brake shoes was always a dreaded job. As he thought about it he realized the frustration was mostly due to the hassle of getting all the holding springs on and off. So he set out to develop a new tool.
These are the instructions that come with Kent's brake pad and brake caliper service kit. It is possible to make your own service kit by watching this video. To purchase the kit see related products below. To learn more about the importance of this kit watch the video below:
Brakes are one of the most often neglected maintenance items on older cars. This is not just related to Mercedes Benz. Most owners don’t realize that brakes need special attention and service not only when pads are changed but every 2 years.
This 12 page instructional downloadable booklet by Kent Bergsma covers brake bleeding equipment and procedures for all model Mercedes from the mid 1950s to the mid 1990s. This covers chassis Ponton 110 111 112 113 108 109 114 115 116 107 116 123 126 201 and 124.
5 page digital PDF Instructions include multiple pictures to assist you in completing the job. Clear and detailed with tips and tricks from Kent Bergsma's years of experience.
We also highly recomend the Ultimate Flexible Brake Hose tool to complete the job. Look below to view.
Older Mercedes have a very effective emergency brake design which was virtually the same on all models from the late 1960s right up through the early 1990s. The actuating mechanisms are all mechanical and are controlled by a Y cable under the car.
Sil-Glyde is a silicone based brake lubricant recommended for the entire brake assembly and is compatible with rubber. It is moisture-proof and heat resistant to +600 degrees F, which means it won't burn-off like other brake noise products.
WARNING: Can only ship inside the USA via UPS GROUND. If you have other items in your cart do not choose expedited shipping or US postal service! High Performance low moisture absorbing DOT brake fluid.
FAG Brand. Includes both inner and outer rear end wheel bearings and seals with groove nut. Fits chassis listing above including the 123 300TD wagon, from 1974 to 1991. TWO KITS required per vehicle.
When replacing front brake discs on above chassis it is highly recommend you replace the bolts that hold the rotor to the bearing hub. Not needed on 201 124 or 129 chassis. Sold individually. 5 required per wheel.
Here is a neat little protection cap that is most often missing on well over half the Mercedes I ever see. These fit over the caliper bleeder screw to prevent dirt and grime from entering the nipple. 4 are required per car and fit both front and rear calipers.
Front flexible brake hose fits right or left side of most models from 1967 to 1985 including 250SE 280SE 300SEL 250 280 220D 240D 300D 450SE 300SD. Does NOT work on 123 chassis cars.
You asked for it so we made it happen. Many of you have been wanting to know what we use for high temp thread sealant (when we don't want to use the permanent epoxy). We don't like thread tape or anything with Teflon in it.
Fits 107 115 116 123 and 126 Chassis. This "must have" kit will help you replace the rubber flexible brake hoses on your older Mercedes from the late 60s up through the late 80s.
Brand new semi metallic aftermarket Front brake pad set. Both right and left SIDE. You will love how these pads seat in and feel - and especially how they don't squeal.... These fit a large number of models including 230 200D 250SL, 280SL, 250S, 250SE, 280S, 280SE.
This small rubber cap protects dirt from entering your level indicator on your brake fluid reservoir. Fits 107 114 115 116 123 126 201 and 124 models from the early 70s to mid 1990s.
This large size rubber grommet seal is a common leak area at the bottom of your brake fluid reservoir. Fits all 107 chassis, 114 and 115 chassis SEDANS ONLY, 116 chassis and 123 chassis from 1972 to 1985.
Good used emergency brake shoe adjuster star nut and pin. Fits all models from chassis in title.
2007-12-05ALERT! Before you replace your suspected failing brake booster you might want to change the o-ring seal between the master cylinder and booster first.
Older Mercedes have a very effective emergency brake design which was virtually the same on all models from the late 1960s right up through the early 1990s. The actuating mechanisms are all mechanical and are controlled by a Y cable under the car.
Fits all models from the late 1960s up to the early 1990s that use a contact grounding spring inside the front hub bearing grease caps. Sold as a set of two (2). This important copper spring provides a clean contact to ground for the brake pad sensor wire.
Emergency brake shoe maintenance is often neglected because the rear brake disc / rotor has to be removed to inspect and repair them. If the car has ever been driven a long distance with the emergency brake on, expect problems.
Fits the Following: ALL 107, 108, 109, 111, 113, 114, 115, 116, and 123 chassis gas or diesel models. Here is a set of (4) hard to find Parking brake shoe springs. Have you ever had one of these go flying upon removal and have not been able to find it?!