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$192.95

Early 300D 300CD 300TD Non-Turbo Glow Relay Manual Override Kit w/ Upgrade Plugs

1975 to 1979 5 cylinder non-turbo models - PDF Digital Instructions included!

Fits the Following, 1975 to 1976 ONLY 115 chassis 300D and 123 chassis 300D 300CD and 300TD from 1977 to 1979 with series style loop glow plugs. SVO / WVO applicable. If you are tired of glow plug problems, then this kit is made for you.

On Demand Video
$9.99

How to Use Kent's New Instrument Cluster Removal Tools - On Demand Video

Tips and tricks to get those stubborn clusters out of the dash

This video is free with the purchase of Kent's new dash cluster pull tool set. If you just want to see how he uses the tools and some tricks to get difficult clusters out you are welcome to purchase this video separately.  Approximate run time is 20 minutes.

On Demand Video
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?

On Demand Video
$9.99

How to Properly Install a Foam Hood Pad - On Demand Video

Kent shares all his tips and tricks to get the pad on straight, permanent, and looking good

If you are interested to see how easy it is to install a new hood pad, this video will let you see Kent demonstrate the process step-by-step. If you have purchased one of our hood pad kits, then this video can help you get your new pad lined up and installed properly. 

On Demand Video
Mercedes Ignition Switch Buzzer - On Demand Video
$2.99

How to Replace a Mercedes Ignition Key Lock Buzzer Switch - On Demand Video

When replacing a steering lock this little black switch can be a pain to get off

When replacing the steering lock assembly in your Benz you will need to remove that little black plastic switch on the side of the lock from the old one and put it on the new part. You can not pry it off, squeeze it off or pull it off by hand. 

On Demand Video
W140 Installing New Blower Motor Into Old Fan and Housing - On Demand Video
$9.99

W140 Installing New Blower Motor Into Old Fan and Housing - On Demand Video

Kent will show some specials "tools" and tricks he uses to prevent damaging the plastic squirrel cage fan

One of the cheapest ways to fix your worn out W140 blower motor is to replace just the motor. You do not have to replace the entire unit. BUT repairing it this way is not as easy as it may appear!

$118.95

OM 603 1986 to 1987 Garrett T3 Turbocharger Basic Overhaul Kit

Only fits 6 cylinder 1986 to 1987 300SDL, 300D and 300TD with GARRET TURBO!!!

This kit will allow you to replace the critical worn parts inside the early 603 U.S. made Garrett T3 turbochargers. This kit will not work if your engine has a KKK turbo made in Germany. The only way to tell which turbo you have is by visual inspection.

$36.00

Missing Wrenches When Doing Suspension Work on 2003 to 2015 Mercedes.

I guarantee if you do any brake, shock, strut, or control arm replacement you will wish you had the wrenches. Kent speaks from experinence!

Many tool sets do not even have a 16mm or 18mm combination wrench, let alone ones that have a ratcheting box end. Mercedes never used 16mm or 18mm fasteners up until the late 1990's. Now they are everywhere - especially under the car.

On Demand Video
$16.99

How to Assemble Kent's Fuel System Pressure Test Builder's Kit

Assembly video only. No testing or diagnostic information is included.

In this 11-minute instructional video, Kent will take all the parts included in his fuel system pressure tester builder's kit and show you how to put it all together using the tool and fittings supplied in the kit. This easy DIY job can be done in approximately 15 to 20 minutes.

$72.50

2006 to 2013 M272 V6 Power Steering 40K Service Kit with Video Instructions

Big-time neglected maintenance. Save your P.S. Pump and steering rack, DIY kit.

This is one of the most often neglected services I see on the M272 engine. Even at 100,000 miles, you often see the tank has never been changed, and you can recognize that by looking to see if there is a factory crimp hose clamp still in place on the fluid return hose at the bottom of the tank.

$20.00

1970 to 1975 D-Jetronic Fuel Injector Silicone Boots

A must to protect you fuel injector plugs from excessive heat!

The wiring plug covers must be removed with a special tool in order to install these boots. The old covers will break when you try to remove them.  We recommend you buy new wiring covers when replacing either my aftermarket custom-made silicone boots or the original rubber boots.

$12.80

Mercedes Specific Ignition Spark Tester 1970 to 1991 V8 Gas Engine

Custom machined in our shop. Use it to quickly determine if your engine has spark. For M116 and M117 V8 engines through 1991

Did the engine just quit? Does it just not start even with prolonged cranking? What could it be? The first thing you want to determine with most older cars is whether there is spark to the plugs.

On Demand Video
$12.99

1968 to 1985 Sunroof Front Seal Replacement Instructions - On Demand Video

The seal can be replaced without removing the sunroof from the car, but it is tricky.

In this video, Kent will show you the tricks of getting the front sunroof seal installed without pulling your hair out. It will require the tool shown that is included with the purchase of the front seal.

$7.95

Small Universal 4" 2 Jaw Puller

CLEARANCE: Can be used to "pull" various small parts off shafts, etc. Not big enough to use on gas or Diesel engine front seal races.

This the exact puller you will receive. Handy for small jobs.

$179.95

Magnetic Induction Heater 110v 1Kw w/ Three Coils Included to Attack Stuck Fasteners

If you want miracles to happen with frozen rusty nuts and bolts, this will amaze you. Safe, quick, and very high heat to loosen the offering fastener.

Kent was a little skeptical when you first used this—it sounded like it would be too good to be true. The first use was getting some rusty bolts off the Garrett T3 turbine housing ( some of you know the pain there!). Well, it worked, and it worked very well.

$138.00

M112 V6 Engine Ignition Lead Set

Very high quality. Should be changed around 80K for peak fuel economy. Install tips included.

Fits all V6 engines from 1998 to 2005. Kent feels these are the best. Outstanding quality.

On Demand Video
$1.99

How to Remove the SLS Hydraulic Pump Center Section - On Demand Video

New procedure 5/8/23 with a revised tool. This is an addendum to the full pump reseal instructions.

This is a short addendum to the full instructions on resealing an SLS hydraulic pump. This will now be included with the reseal kit. Disregard the old method mentioned elsewhere

$152.00

2003 to 2006 AMG V8 Spark Plug Set

Only those AMG models with the M113 engine. S55 CL55 SL55 E55 and CLS55 (2006 only)

FULL SET of correct Bosch spark plugs. These are considerably longer than the stock M113 spark plugs and should only be used in the AMG engines specified above. 16 spark plugs only. No other supplies or instructions are included. 

$9.75

Custom 17mm Crowfoot Wrench for Bosch Hand Primer Pump

This is the bench to safely remove and install this style of hand primer pump. It will not damage the aluminum housing nut.

We modify this wrench right here in our shop. If a picture is worth a thousand words, what is a video work. Watch the following for a full explanation.

$22.75

M116 and M117 V-8 Engines Super Flexible Spark Plug Socket w /Extensions

This spark plug tool set works on all Mercedes V8 gas engines from 1969 to 1991. Bonus starter hose included.

This universal 13/16-inch spark plug socket comes with 14-inch and  3-inch extensions. On some V8s, you have very limited room to get to the rear sparkplugs. You can use the short extension.  You can use the long extension for quicker access to the ratchet wrench out in the open.

On Demand Video
$8.99

How to Replace Late W123 Upper Center Console Light Bulbs - On Demand Video

Applies to 1981 to 1985 123 models with the Generation II Automatic Climate Control

In this video Kent will show you how to remove the center wood panel and the climate control switch panel so you can replace the 5 small bulbs behind it that light up the switch panel and the buttons behind it. It is not as difficult as it may first appear if you understand the procedure.

On Demand Video
$22.99

1977 to 1985 W123 Steering Lock Removal Video Class - 44 Minutes On Demand

Kent will explain theory, show you how it all works, and demonstrate getting it out of a W123 BOTH with a key and without a working key!

Just so you know, this video class is included free with the purchase of one of our steering lock repair services or a new or rebuilt steering lock assembly. Please see the related products below.

$44.95

OM602 and Late OM603 Special Adapter for Compression Tester

Works on W124 1990 to 1993 300D 2.5, 350SDL, W126 1990 and 1991 350SD / SDL and the W140 300SD and S350

This is a hard-to-find adapter that will need if you have one of the early 1990s 5 and 6 cylinder turbo diesel engines. We machine this right here in our shop and it is designed to work directly with our OM61x compression tester ( see related products below): 

$2.95

1977 to 1985 Diesel Hand Primer Pump Copper Washers ( Set of 2 )

This is a common source of leaks and trying to tighten an old seal can make it worse.

This is a perfect fit for the O.E. copper sealing ring. You only need one but we sell these as a set of two so you will have a spare.

This is where this sealing ring is located. On top of the fuel injection lift pump and at the base of the hand primer  pump:

On Demand Video
$3.99

SLS Pump Center Section Removal - On Demand Video

Supplement to the written overhaul instructions

This video will cover the use of my custom plastic tool to safely remove the steel center section for the outside aluminum housing with rebuilding your older style SLS ( Self Leveling Suspension) hydraulic pump. No other instructions included here.

$16.80

W126 Front Suspension Brake Control Rod Bracket Long Bolts

You may need to replace these if yours are very rusty. They do not come in the joint repair kits.

These are the 4 long bolts that need to be removed when changing your W126 brake rod control joint on your front suspension. There are two on each side. They do not come in the repair kit so if you bolts are very rusty you might want to have these new bolts on hand before you start your repair.

$16.75

OM616 and OM617 Diesel Engine Water Pump Bolt Upgrade Kit

Solve the problem of rusty pump mounting bolts once and for all - Go stainless AND seal them from inside water!

Kent finally went to work to solve the problem of rusty water pump mounting bolts. Once the problem was studied carefully the solution became obvious. Watch the video for a full explanation and partial instructions below.

Kit contents:

$19.75

Best Lug Bolt Socket Ever for Alloy Wheels

Fits all 17mm lug bolts from the 1950's up through the 2000's - prevents scratching the finish on your silver rims.

I do not need to say much about this tool. Well made and well thought out. Someone who obviously was frustrated at scratching the finish on his or her alloy wheels came up with this idea. Watch the video below to see why this is now my favorite go it 17 mm lug bolt socket.

$19.95

OM616 OM617 Injection Pump Check Valve Overhaul Kit

Specific for 220D 240D 300D 300CD 300TD and 300SD 1972 to 1985

This is something many owner's and mechanics miss. That little check valve on the side of the injection pump can cause a lot of starting problems on the older diesels.

On Demand Video
$3.99

M163 ML 320 430 500 - How to Get the Hood Straight UP - On Demand Video

There are no quick levers to pull like on other models, but with the right tools and know how you can get the hood straight up quickly.

Many owners are surprised to learn that their early ML's hood can actually be adjusted to go almost straight up. It is not as easy to do as some of the earlier models where you only had to flip a couple levers.

$12.75

1977 to 1985 Diesel Fuel Shut Off Inspection and Switch Protection Filter

Includes installed vacuum hose as shown (see video for installation instructions)

Connect this small filter with attached hoses to the back of the injection pump and to the brown plastic vacuum line going to your ignition switch under the dash. The filter will do two things. 1. Help to trap oil coming out of a leaking shutoff valve before it gets to your ignition switch. 2.

On Demand Video
$3.99

Sunroof Air Dam Removal and Replacement - On Demand Video

Typical for all Mercedes sunroofs with pop-up air deflector panel from the late 1970's to the mid 1990's

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.

$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.

$20.50

Early Chassis Power Steering Replaceable Filter

Fits 110 111 112 113 108 109 107 114 115 116 Models with Power Steering Listed below

January 2019 notice: This filter is now available only in very limited quantities and may not be readily available in the future. This is why we are not able to include it in our full fluid flush kit ( See related products below) This is an often neglected filter.

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