You will also be able to watch five On-Demand videos that Kent has specifically filmed on how to use this amazing product to seal and stop rust, as well as repair small non-structural rust holes using POR15 and fiberglass cloth.
You will also be able to watch five On-Demand videos that Kent has specifically filmed on how to use this amazing product to seal and stop rust, as well as repair small non-structural rust holes using POR15 and fiberglass cloth.
This instruction booklet is meant to be an introduction to simple rust repairs. I have also written a manual that goes into more advanced repairs using Miracle Paint to replace larger rotted sections of sheet metal.
!SHELF LIFE: PLEASE USE THIS PAINT WITHIN 90 DAYS OF PURCHASE. THIS TYPE OF PAINT, A MOISTURE CURED URETHANE, DOES NOT STORE WELL OVER TIME AND CAN BEGIN TO GEL ONCE OPENED.
If you find spots of rust on your old Benz, you should address them right away.If you want a long-lasting rust repair, preparation is key. The application is straightforward, but there are some potential problems you should avoid.
Over the years I have used lots of different methods to clean off rust before applying Miracle Paint. This is the best and quickest method I have found. This is a great tool that can be used for many other things like cleaning off brake hubs and rotors.
The sound, speed, power, ergonomtics and non-locking trigger control are the reasons what this is Kent's favorite. The selection of discs for the price is amazing. It even comes with speed control and the standard air attach fitting.
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.
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.
In this detailed xx-minute instructional video, Kent will show you how to stop rust! He will take a hidden panel on a W123 and show you how to clean it, prep it, and coat it with POR15 for a lasting rust repair.
In this 10-minute instructional video, Kent will demonstrate how to use different tools when preparing a heavily rusted area for top coating with POR15. Digging out old body undercoating can be very challenging.
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.
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?
Kent will demonstrate how to use his V-belt pulley rust repair kit in this video. Doing it by hand can take forever!
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.
In this 10-minute instructional video, Kent will demonstrate how to use fiberglass cloth and POR15 to patch a small hole in the rear muffler. This will not work on catalytic converters as they get too hot, but can be used on center and rear mufflers to add a little more life.
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10 red plastic clips are included as shown. There are a number of reasons why you would want to remove the center side trim on your older Mercedes. You may just want to clean and detail behind them (it does get pretty dirty back there over the years).
These old power non-tilting sunroofs are now 40-plus years old. These are specifically the sunroofs that used the later style round motor.
In this video, Kent will show you how he fixed his leaking tires on his chrome alloy wheels by using Miracle Paint. This is a full 22-minute step-by-step instructional video. Watch the video "trailer" below to give you a better understanding of what is involved in this procedure.
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!
This repair guide covers all 123 chassis Mercedes sedans and wagons built from 1977 to 1985. Fits 240D 300D 300TD 300CD 280CE Removing a 123 chassis door panel and doing related door maintenance and repair are all fairly easy jobs for the do-it-yourselfer.
This repair guide covers all 114 and 115 chassis Mercedes sedans built from 1968 to 1976. Removing a 114/115 chassis door panel and doing related door maintenance and repair are all fairly easy jobs for the do-it-yourselfer.
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.
Interior water leaks are becoming more common in the 123 chassis sedans, wagons and coupes. Kent believes the reasons are twofold. 1. The W123 is still used all over the world as a daily driver. Thus use, exposure to the elements and age = leaks. 2.
This is a handy compact winch pulling tool. Not designed for lifting. It is a must have if you plan to replace the guide rods or guide rod mounts (brake control rod bushing) on any 126 chassis from 1981 to 1991 300SD 380SEL 500SEL 380SEC 300SDL 350SDL 300SE 300SEL 420SEL 560SEL 560SEC.
Over half the W123's Kent looks at today have their original battery hold down clamps missing. Most just seem to rust away. Kent decided he had to come up with a solution by providing a replacement clamp and nut that would not rust!
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.
PLEASE READ THE ALERT BELOW BEFORE ORDERING. If your 126 sedan or SEC coupe is making front end clunking noises when you brake or go over bumps at slow speed you most likely need to replace the bushings where the lower front suspension guide rod attaches to a body subframe casting.
For all 111, 112, 108, 109, 114, 115, 107, 116, 123, 126, and 201 chassis (Nontilting roofs up through 1986). Do you have a power sunroof that is working poorly, or maybe not at all?
Want the best, fastest, and easiest way to polish faded anodized aluminum trim, to remove fine scratches from your glass, to loosen rusted and stuck fittings and bolts, and to sand rust out of tight places? - enter the multitool or multi-function tool.
Fits all 108 and 109 chassis sedans from 1965 to 1973. BRAND NEW high-quality rubber trunk seal. As of 4/18/24 you will now receive Kent’s favorite trunk seal glue at no extra cost. Also, consider this.
For all 108, 109, 114, 115, 116, 123, and 126 (up to 1985) with video instructions
You must inspect the sway bar, especially if the car has been subjected to road salt. Kent will explain in more detail in the video below.
Maybe you have even tried this only to have to patch fall on the floor when you walk away... ( it has happened to Kent... :-) ).
Fits all 113 chassis 230SL 250SL 280SL 1964 to 1971. BRAND NEW high-quality rubber trunk seal. As of 4/18/24 you will now receive Kent’s favorite trunk seal glue at no extra cost. Also, consider this. If you find any rust spots under the rubber (very common) treat with miracle paint before installing the new seal. We include E6000 adhesive which Kent feels is the very best glue you can use for this application.
IMPORTANT NOTE ON INSTRUCTIONS: This video shows Kent installing a trunk seal in a 1970 280SL.
FITS THE FOLLOWING: all 114 and 115 chassis (sedans and coupes) 1968 to 1976. As of 4/18/24 you will now receive Kent’s favorite trunk seal glue at no extra cost. Also, consider this.
In this video Kent explains some of the key reasons for poor battery contact and loss of voltage to important electrical components. If you want your later model Mercedes to run a peak performance pay attention to your battery.
If your fuel level gauge is not reading accurately or the needle jumps around and or your car’s low fuel warning light does not comes on, it is usually a problem with the tubular sending unit in the fuel tank.
Stop those water leaks now! This high-quality rubber trunk seal fits 116 sedans (Gasoline models ONLY)from 1977 to 1980, including the 280SE, 450SE, 450SEL, and 450SEL 6.9. It now comes with complete instructions loaded with tips.
Fits all W123 240D 300D and 300CD 1977 to 1985. Are you finding standing water in your trunk? Stop those water leaks now! High quality rubber trunk seal. Fits all 123 Chassis Sedans and coupes from 1977 to 1985, including 240D 300D 300CD 280CE.
Old plastic often just breaks. If you find one or more broken on your rocker trim, it is best to replace all of them. This kit is for one side ( usually requiring 7 or 8 clips). Order 2 at checkout for a full set right and left. Rocker molding insertion clips are available separately.
Helps to delete those annoying water leaks into the trunk. Brand new quality trunk seal for your SL. Stop or prevent those trunk leaks now. Includes video instructions and recommended glue.
Stop those water leaks now! This high-quality rubber trunk seal fits all sedans with W126 chassis from 1981 to 1991, both gasoline and diesel. It now comes with complete instructions loaded with tips. We recommend E6000 adhesive, which can be purchased separately below.
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.
For 1977 to 1985 123 all sedans and wagons. Will not fit the CD coupes. Kent's 2-part video instructions included.
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!
Includes 30 red plastic clips, a "new style" removal tool and detailed instructions. Note: The instructions included in this kit do not show the actual use of this "new tool".
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.