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Fixing 1981 to 1984 Turbo Diesel Auto Transmission Pesky Leaks - On Demand Video

Applies to W123 and W126 turbo 300D, 300CD, 300TD and 300SD

These transmissions are now 40+ years old, and with age comes hardened o-rings and seals, leading to what I call "pesky" leaks. They are not bad enough to flow on the ground, but they do leave wetness around the transmission and drips on the garage floor.

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$10.99

1970 to 1975 D-Jetronic Fuel Injection Repair / Service Instructions - On Demand Video

A commonly neglected service that can lead to poor running and possible engine fire. It is the rubber parts that fail! See video below to believe it!

In this 36-minute instructional video, Kent will walk you through the process of doing a complete fuel hose replacement and fuel injector service on a 1970 to 1975 Mercedes V8 engine with Bosch EFI electronic fuel injection.

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$12.99

Oil Cooler Thermostat Removal and Testing - On Demand Video

We would speculate that well over half of these oil cooler thermostats are no longer working on these old 77 to 85 Diesel engines, but it is possible to test them in a carefully controlled environment.

Want to find out if your oil cooler thermostat is working correctly? In this 22-minute video, Kent will take you through a test sequence that you can perform in your garage. Please note that this video DOES NOT include details of removing or replacing the oil filter housing.

$13.95

617 Turbo Diesel Air Cleaner Rubber Mount Heat Shields ( Set of 3 )

These can help prolong the lift of the rubber mounts under your air cleaner housing

These steel cupped heat shields go under the rubber mounts to help deflect heat and grease away. In most cases (unless your engine is severely shaking) they will prolong the life of the rubber mounts.

$28.50

615 616 617 Diesel Engine Injection Pump Timing Drip Tube

For setting Injection pump timing per factory manual.

For use on 220 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD 1968 to 1985. NO INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED: The tool is meant for someone who has the factory manual or who already knows how to adjust their injection pump timing on the older diesel engines. Injection pump timing is critical for peak performance.

$88.50

1986 to 1991 R107 and W126 V8 Fuel Injection Accumulator

Fits 420SEL 560SEL 560SEC and 560SL - also fits 6 cylinder M104 CIS engines 1990 to 1993 (300CE and 300SL)

Brand new aftermarket fuel accumulator for the 1986 to 1991 V8 engines. It is mounted near the fuel filter under the back end of the car and hardly ever gets replaced. What does it do and how do you know if it is bad.

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$4.99

Waking Up An Old Benz That Has Sat For Years Part 1 - On Demand Video

Kent covers what you may have to do first with the engine and fuel system

When an old Mercedes ( or any other car for that matter ) has sat idle for over a year it can be a challenge to get it safely back on the road again. If it has sat idle for more than 5 years you may find it difficult to even get the engine running. 

$64.75

Pressure Brake Bleeder

As of Jan. 2020 this pressure tank can now perform a cooling system pressure leak test as well . Kent's 2-in-1 invention. See below to purchase the pressure testing cap.

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.

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126 Under Dash Panel - On Demand Video Instruction
$2.99

W126 Right Under Dash Panel Removal Procedures - On Demand Video

The "hidden" fasteners can be difficult and you will damage the panel if you miss some.

It is not as easy to remove the right side underdash panel in the 126 chassis as you might think. There are a number of hidden fasteners, some of which can be a little confusing as to how to remove properly. Kent has seen a lot of broken and damaged panels that confirm this.

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$14.99

Early Gas Engine Fuel Injector Back Flush Cleaning Instructions - On Demand Video

Video is free with purchase our DIY backlash cleaning kit - works on mechanical gas injectors from the late 50's to early 90's

This 24 minute on demand training video comes with our injector back flush cleaning kit. You can purchase this video separately, but please keep in mind you will not have any of the tools or supplies to complete this procedure yourself.

$39.50

W116, R107, W123 and W126 BUNDLE Light Bulb Assortment

Review the links below for a complete description of each bulb package.

30 light bulbs total in this assortment. PLEASE NOTE: These may not be every bulb you will need for every model, but you will have extras on hand. These cars are OLD, and most of the bulbs need to be replaced. They even start to loose some of their intensity over time.

$345.00

1978 to 1984 OM617 New Assembled Replacement Turbocharger

All new parts. We assemble and check fit and tolerances. Kent's written instruction manual included. WARNING: Only fits engine with Garrett turbos. Will not work with KKK turbochargers.

New in 2023. This is "almost" ready to install. You will need to install some parts from your existing turbo charger once you remove it from the engine. Watch the video below for a full explanation. 

$38.50

1977 TO 1985 Diesel Upper Timing Chain Guide Rail - USED

Fits OM616 and OM617 diesel engines 240D, 300D, 300CD, 300TD and 300SD

This upper guide rail is no longer available new. If yours is cracked or excessively worn then it needs to be changed when you replace a timing chain. We have collected all the good ones we have which are not very many.

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$12.99

Front Crank Seal Race Removal and Replacement - On Demand Video

Applies to many gas and Diesel engines from the 1960s through the 1980s

This video will show you how to remove the front crank seal race using the factory tool and using Kent's custom puller. It will also demonstrate a very easy way to install a new replacement race before installing a new seal.

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$9.99

How to Repair and Detail Small Rust Spots and Holes Under the Car - On Demand Video

This video is free of charge when purchase one of our rust repair kits listed below

This 23-minute video will demonstrate how Kent repairs some small rust spots inside the fender wells of a W116 sedan. Disclaimer: This method of repair is not recommended for large rust holes under the car or for holes that have been caused by road salt.

$8.95

1960'S Through Mid 1970's Fuel Tank Filter Screen Removal Tool

For W110 W111 W112 W113 W108 W109 W114 and W115 chassis as well as W123 station wagon only

Most owners do not have a big enough hex wrench to remove the fuel tank screen on those models that had the fuel tank right under the rear trunk floor. But the screen does need to be removed, inspected and cleaned due to the age of these cars.

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$0.99

W123 Battery Removal Easy Method and Under Tray Inspection Alert - On Demand Video

How to prevent damage to the battery, the car and your back when removing that big battery

This is another small "frustration" for W123 diesel owners. The diesel requires a big and heavy battery that is not as easy to remove and replace as you would think. If you are not careful, you can tweak your lower back lifting one out of the car.

$11.25

MFI Short Fuel Pump Yellow Zinc Original Style Screws and Lock Washers

Nice touch when rebuilding your very precious fuel pump on most 1963 to 1972 fuel injected gas Mercedes

The original screws in these pumps get pretty nasty looking over time. When you try to clean them will a wire wheel the plating will be completely removed and the heads will rust again pretty quickly. Now you can install new original looking yellow zink plated screws and washers.

On Demand Video
$3.99

Making Certain the Turbo Inlet Elbow Seals Stay in Place - On Demand Video

WARNING: Inlet air leaks at turbo can shorten engine life! Modifying the plastic elbow assures tight seal

This is a BIG problem! Failure to fix it can shorten engine life by allowing dirt to enter the combustion chambers thus damaging the piston rings which lead to low compression, poor fuel economy, hard starting, high oil consumption and loss of power.

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Mercedes Front Rotor Removal - On Demand Video
$3.99

Removing the Front Brake Rotor from the Bearing Hub - On Demand Video

Kent will show you some tips on how to remove and replace that front rotor on the older model front hubs

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?

$59.00

1981 to 1995 722.3 722.4 722.5 New Transmission Pan Replacement w/ Magnets

Fits many models during that period. See complete list below. Late W123, Late R107, W126, W201, W124, R129 and W140

These transmission pans get "out of shape" due to over-torquing the bolts. That crushes the stops (see below), and when that happens, it is very hard to get the pan seal not to leak. Your best option if you are doing a transmission service is to replace the pan.

$15.50

Kent's Miracle Protectant for Rubber and Plastic.

4 oz squeeze bottle with extras. Super penetration, long-lasting, dust repellent with eye-pleasing results.

Even Kent is amazed at how well this works and especially how he discovered it. It is a mix of two components (chemicals) that are super slippery and create a deep shine "new look" on old plastic and rubber trim parts. The included four oz.

1 Lemonhead piece of candy!!
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Source Lemonhead

Keep your Mercedes from becoming a Lemon!! Seek its wisdom when diagnosing a problem... :-)

Buy a lemonhead for ten cents when added to any order including other item(s).

Limit 10 per customer

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126 Chassis Sedan Door Panel Removal Procedures - On Demand Video Instruction
$5.99

126 Chassis Sedan Door Panel Removal Procedures - On Demand Video

There are any number of reasons why you may need to remove a door panel

Door panels have to come off when fixing power windows, power seat switches and wiring, door check straps, door latches and locks, and clearing drains. Lubrication is a key factor in preventing premature failure on a number of interior door components. You have to remove the panel to lubricate!

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Under Body and Under Trim Spot Rust Repair - On Demand Video
$12.99

Under Body and Under Trim Spot Rust Repair - On Demand Video

High moisture "hidden" rust areas have to be treated and coated properly or they will not be permanent

On older Mercedes spot rust can be a hidden problem under side moulding trim, under fenders and rocker panels and inside the bottom edges of doors.

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$18.99

How to Fix a Late W123 Loose Bumper Rubber - On Demand Video

This detailed video manual applies to 1981 to 1985 240D 300D 300CD and 300TD wagon.

Ever wonder why almost every rear bumper rubber on late model W123's is loose, almost falling off, or glued on? There is a design flaw and Kent has figured out how to fix it with his new kit.

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$8.99

Brake Pad and Caliper Service Instructions - On Demand Video

Kent demonstrates his recommended 2 year brake pad and caliper inspection and service procedures - applies also when installing new brake pads!

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:

$14.50

Ceramic Fuse Easy Install Tool with Custom Jaws

Fastest, easiest, and most secure way to remove and replace the fuses in your fuse box. It can get into tight places.

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.

$22.80

1981 to 1991 M116 M117 V8 Updated Fuel Injector Sleeve Seals - Full Set

Fits V8 engines 380, 500, 420, 560 with Bosch C.I.S. Fuel Injection with fume vapor holders as shown below

Upgraded top seals for better and longer-lasting sealing properties and well as standard green seals for the bottom of the injector holder. With these seals you can clean and reuse your existing fuel injector holders / sleeves.

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$9.99

Non-Tilting Sunroof Key Points of Lubrication - On Demand Video

Lack of lubrication causes them to fail or move slowly - Applies to all electric and manual sunroofs from 1966 to 1985

This video is loaded with tips on how to properly lubricate all the key components that make your sunroof operate smoothly and properly. It is NOT a complete manual on everything related to sunroofs. It will NOT show you all the details to get the sunroof out and back in.

$58.75

Early 350 and 450 V8 Valve Clearance Adjusting Wrench for 17mm Ball Adjusters

The most NEGLECTED service on these early D-Jet D-Jetronic V8s. For 1969 through 1975 W111 W108 W109 R107 and W116 with the 3.5 or 4.5 V8 engine

Valve clearance adjustment should be done every 10,000 to 12,000 miles. Recently emails started coming in - "we can not find any valve adjustment tools for our earlyV8 - help!" Most companies are currently noting the old factory-style tools are no longer being manufactured, so we went to work to

$189.50

1972 to 1991 Most Models New COATED Rear Brake Brake Caliper Set

Amazing aftermarket quality - why rebuilt when you can buy. new! Complete with PERFORMANCE CERAMIC brake pads and FREE extras. - PDF brake repair manual included FREE of charge.

Fits chassis models W114 W115 W116 R107(except 500SL and 560SL)W123 (do NOT FIT WAGONS) and W126 ( except 500 series 500SEL, 560SEL, 560SEC) from 1972 to 1991.

$38.50

123 Turbo Diesel and Some 126 Diesel and Gas Engine Motor Mounts - Set of 2

ALSO FITS 116 300SD --- Fits only those models listed below from 1978 to 1991

Set of 2 rubber motor mounts. These mounts fit TURBO DIESEL 300CD, 300D, 300SD, 300SDL, 300TD, and gas V8  380SE, 380SEC, 380SEL, 420SEL, 500SEC, 500SEL, 560SEC, 560SEL. These are high failure rubber parts on older cars.

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Mercedes 201 Chassis Rear Door Panel Removal - On Demand Video Instruction
$9.99

Mercedes 201 Chassis Rear Door Panel Removal - On Demand Video Instruction

Step-by-Step and more!

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!

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$16.75

W201 Chassis 190E 190D Heater and A/C Motor Brushes - w/ PDF Instructions

For all 201 chassis 190E and 190D built from 1984 to 1993

For all 201 chassis 190E and 190D built from 1984 to 1993. The PDF download repair guide will take you through the process of how to properly remove your heater blower motor and replace the motors two brushes. This is the most common reason for failure.

$24.95

M112 V6 and M113 V8 Spark Plug Wire Removal Tool - THE BEST!

Custom made here in our shop. This beats any other tool available for spark plug boot removal on these 6 and 8 cylinder engines.

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!

$18.95

Gas and Diesel Engine Timing Chain Guide Rail Pin Removal Tool

For 3.5 4.5 380 420 560 V8s - 220D 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD

Almost all Mercedes gas and diesel engines from the late 50's up to the early '90s used pressed in steel pins to hold the timing chain guide rails in position (inside the engine block).

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Mercedes Muffler Repair - On Demand Video
$12.99

Center and Rear Muffler and Exhaust Pipe Replacement and/or Repair - On Demand Video

Common Rear Exhaust leak troubleshooting, component replacement and hole patching DIY techniques

How can you tell if you have a hole or leak in your exhaust system? What are the symptoms? Can the leak be patched? When will you have to get either a new center muffler or rear muffler or pipes or all three? Can you replace the mufflers yourself and what are the tricks?

$22.75

OM616 and OM617 Late Oil Filter Housing to Block Bolt Set - USED

Fits 1977 to 1985 4 and 5 cylinder with large oil filter housing that has a top lid near firewall

Good used bolt set with good hex heads. 

Here is the location of these five important bolts. Do not use the cheap paper gasket in most gasket kits for the oil filter housing. It will leak!!!!

PDF
$3.95

Biodiesel Flexible Fuel Line Replacement Instructions By Kent Bergsma - Download

Instructions specific for 123 & 126 chassis. General for all other chassis.

Installation instructions specific for 123 / 126 chassis only - general for other chassis. Details included on how to make your own fuel tank outlet hose and fitting with materials supplied in the Flexible Fuel Line Replacement kit.

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$8.99

How to Depressurize a D-Jetronic V8 Fuel Injection Rail - On Demand Video

This you MUST do before unhooking any hoses on your 1970 to 1975 D-jet engine or I guarantee you will get sprayed with fuel in your face!

In this 8-minute video, Kent will show you how to quickly depressurize your D-Jetronic fuel system before doing any injector service, replacing any hoses, or hooking up our fuel pressure tester.

$19.95

IP Snake Wrench - For Adjusting / Removing OM 61x Injection Pump

CUSTOM MADE Long 13 mm combination wrench bent in the craziest design you have ever see - YES it can REALLY save the day!

Another wrench designed by Kent Bergsma and born out of frustration. This could be the weirdest wrench anywhere in the world! While shooting a video on adjusting the injection pump timing on an older Mercedes diesel Kent ran into a big problem.

$89.00

1970 to 1975 3.5 4.5 D-Jetronic Fuel Injection Pressure Tester w/Extras

Fuel Pressure testing is a must for these engines even if they are running "OK." Comes with a free depressurization kit and 3 video instructions.

6/6/23 Update: Now with a liquid filled pressure gauge installed to increase accuracy and reliability. We customize, test and recalibrate this fuel pressure tester before we ship it.

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