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Do you have a manual or power sunroof that is working poorly or maybe not at all? Does it move slowly in the morning, but when it heats up during the day it works just fine? Do you have to assist it by hand to get it fully opened or closed?
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.
Keeping your throttle linkage ball sockets and pivot points lubricated extends the life of the parts and maintains top performance for the engine as well as some of the later transmissions.
A brand new set of two grease caps as shown by Febi. Time to get rid of those ugly beat up and dented grease caps.
Another high quality product from Lubro Moly. This is a 90g tube of CV Joint grease for long term lubrication use. It is excellent for wheel bearings and ball joints as well.
If you own and maintain an older car (especially 15 years and older) you must be willing to take care of its lubrication needs or you may spend big money later in repairs.
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.
Flushes Out Old Grease and Repacks Bearings with Less Mess. This Handy Packer works on bearings up to 3 1/2" O.D.
Ever wish you could find a good way to lube the door hinges on your old Benz? Maybe you have seen that little fitting wondering what it is, or maybe you have heard there is a special grease gun that can inject grease into that fitting?
This video covers the step-by-step VERY detailed procedure for removing the W201 rear door panel, inspecting and lubrication components inside, and replacing the door panel without damage. This is why it is 30 minutes long! Kent really covers the subject in DETAIL!
Manual sunroofs can have problems too. Just like their electrically operated counterparts, most often they will fail due to lack of lubrication. The number one failure point is a broken T handle. Number two is failure of the roof to close properly due to damaged felt feet and plastic slides.
New Meyle heavy duty subframe mounts will eliminate rear-end wiggle and sway typical on these older chassis. No specific instructions are included but we do offer these tips for successful installation. A small tube of silicone grease and brush applicator are included at no extra charge.
This new check strap fits all 123 sedans and wagons from 1977 to 1985, including the 280E 240D 300D 300TD. It will not fit on 300CD or 280CE coupe models. This will fit right and left side and front or rear door.
In this video Kent covers the removal and replacement procedures for the sunroof air dam or otherwise known as the air deflector. Using a special technique and a plastic trim tool can prevent damage to the plastic clips. He also covers troubleshooting the reasons for improper operation.
These are the Genuine Mercedes felt feet (pad or pads ) that most W123 sunroofs slide back and forth on (note - there are some early models that did not use these - inspect your feet before you order! Most wagon manual sunroofs do not use them either - check your roof first.
Almost every early SL Kent comes across needs new front wheel bearings. These get so neglected and hardly ever replaced. We are offering a very high quality kit as shown above that will include free grease for your new wheel bearings.
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.
Is your driver side or right side manual adjusting mirror getting difficult to adjust? Is the mechanism broken or will not hold adjustment? Does the mirror glass need replacing? Repairing these types of problems is definitely something you can do yourself!
If you have ever thought about replacing the seals in your sunroof here is a chance to read the manual so you can gauge the difficultly of the job. Seals and other repair parts can be purchased separately at a later date.
Door hinge lubrication has to be one of the most neglected maintenance items on the older models. I think part of the problem stems from the fact owners don't know how to do it or don't know how to acquire the proper grease gun to lubricate those special fittings on the door hinges.
If you need everything for your front hub bearing replacement then this is the best deal. This kit is for BOTH SIDES. Comes with inner and outer wheel bearings, seal, cap, AND ground clip. Fits models listed above only ( with ABS).
If you need everything for your front hub, then this is the best deal. This kit is for BOTH sides. Comes with inner and outer wheel bearings, seal, cap, ground clip, and a tube of FREE HIGH PERFORMANCE synthetic wheel bearing grease.
See the related products below to purchase individual seals with tools and Kent's video instrucitions.
This is part 2 of a 4 part video series Kent has done on repairing the power tilting sunroofs on the W201 W126 and W124 chassis built from 1986 to 1995. Part 1 covers removal and replacement of the sunroof panel and headliner.
Removing the tilting sunroof panel is a little bit of a mystery to many owners. Since there are no exposed fasteners, at first glance it can appear to be very difficult to remove.
Brand new semi metallic aftermarket Front brake pad set. Both right and left SIDE. Low dust formula. 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.
Before ordering please note which doors for which models these will fit front or rear doors on the following W126 and W124 sedans.
The plastic shift bushing is a very common part that needs to be replaced on older Mercedes. 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.
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.
For all 111, 112, 108, 109, 114, 115, 107, 116, 123, 126 and 201 chassis (Non tilting roofs up through 1986). Do you have a power sunroof that is working poorly or maybe not at all? Does it move slowly or not at all in the morning, but when it heats up during the day it works just fine?
FITS THE FOLLOWING: all 201 chassis (front doors only). A new set of two (2) FRONT door check straps for your 201 chassis Mercedes Benz 190E and 190D.
Brand new rear Subframe mount kit made by Meyle, for 126 Chassis from 1986 to 1991, models listed above. No detailed instructions but here are some installation tips.
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.
Here is a great way to save some money repairing your old Mercedes vacuum door lock actuators. When they go bad it is almost always due to cracks in the rubber diaphragms. These can be easily replaced once you remove your door panels and remove the units.
Fits all 126 chassis sedans 1981 to 1991. Depending on the type of regulator you have it may or may not apply to all four of your doors. Recommend you remove the door panel first to inspect (see below).
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.
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.
Rear Subframe Mount Kit with rubber bushings for both sides complete with mounting hardware as shown. If your Mercedes rear-end is moving around, out of alignment, or sagging slightly, then your forward trailing arm attach point rubber mounts ( bushing )may be worn out or collapsed.
Groaning, snaping and jammed door check straps are a common problem on the older models (up through 1995). This is primarily due to age and lack of lubrication. Newer models will soon start having similar problems. Rain water getting inside the doors is the big killer.
Complete set of new ignition wires as shown.
FITS THE FOLLOWING: all 126 chassis sedans from 1981-1991 - 300SD 300SDL 350SD 350SDL 380SE 380SEL 500SEL 420SEL 560SEL 300SE 300SEL door check straps (2) for your 126 chassis Mercedes Benz sedan and all 1986 to 1991 300E 300D 260E 400E 500E.
This complete kit ncludes both inner and outer rear end wheel bearings and seals with groove nut and grease. Fits chassis listing above including the 123 300TD wagon, from 1974 to 1991. If you need bearings for both sides order 2 of these kits.
This is your best option if the lug bolt threads are damaged or stripped out. Good used condition. The bearings look good but I cannot guarantee them.
Wheel bearing maintenance and service should not be neglected. If you are hearing strange rumbling noises up front while driving you should check your wheel bearings. Replacing them is not a diffiuclt D.I.Y. job if you have the right knowledge and tools.
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.
We are not kidding when we say to get them while you can. Genuine Mercedes replacements are now at $500. When you see prices go up like this you know that supply may be dwindling.
For all 111, 112, 108, 109, 114, 115, 107, 116, 123, 126 and 201 chassis (Non tilting roofs up through 1986). Do you have a power sunroof that is working poorly or maybe not at all?
Twin pack of door check straps with extra synthetic grease applied and wrapped in 3M flexible tape. READY TO INSTALL! ONLY 123 sedans and wagons 240D 300D 300TD 280E 280TE 1977 to 1985. Will not fit on 300CD or 280CE coupe models.
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.
"I have heard some owners complain about the unreliability of those older Hirschmann power antennas. I would say that in at least 80 percent of the few hundred antennas I have taken apart that went bad - the reason was lack of lubrication!