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This custom-made thin head wrench by Kent Bergsma can save the day and your pocketbook. It is very important that you hold the fitting base on the oil cooler when removing the oil cooler hoses. A regular 22mm wrench is almost always too thick and can also cause damage.
All 280SL 450SL 380SL 1972 to 1985. All 230SL 250SL 280SL. All 108 and 109 Sedan from 1965 to 1973 including 280SE/L 5.4 and 300SEL 3.5 and 4.5. All 114 and 115 sedans and coupes from 1968 to 1976 including 220D 240D and 300D. We are now offering a kit with 2 new tie rods.
Take a very close look at the picture. These are all the gaskets and seals you will need to replace if you open up your 722.3 transmission that was produced from 1981 to 1990 for all 6 and 8 cylinder passenger cars that had a displacement of 3.0 liters or more.
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).
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?
FITS THE FOLLOWING all 123 chassis from 1977-1985 which include the 230, 240D, 240TD, 280E, 280CE, 300D, 300CD and 300TD.
In this video Kent shares his technique for removing a padded steering wheel on most 107, 114, 115, 116, 123, 126, and 201 to 1985 chassis. These are the models WITHOUT an airbag.
BONUS: Free video instructions included. These bulbs have been fully tested by Kent to work correctly in older Mercedes instrument clusters. Be careful using other brands of LED bulbs in the W123, w126, and W201 instrument clusters, as some can burn up your circuit boards.
This replacement part that we make here in our own shop is built stronger with a solid core pin so it will not break off like the originals ( See 560SL wood below for reference ). The original is only stapled on and is prone to fall off with age.
NEW and improved HD formula. This new formula has a thicker viscosity for easier application on vertical surfaces and when using fiberglass cloth. Miracle Paint is a unique moisture cured non-porous paint that bonds to rusted and corroded metals like no other coating.
FITS THE FOLLOWING: 115, 116, 123, and 126 chassis. Here is a diesel item I have put together that every Mercedes diesel owner should have.
Glow plugs do not last forever. I have found they generally need to be replaced about every 2 years for peak performance.
NEW and improved HD formula. This new formula has a thicker viscosity for easier application on vertical surfaces and when using fiberglass cloth.Miracle Paint is a unique moisture cured non-porous paint that bonds to rusted and corroded metals like no other coating.
It has now become essential that you replace this filter screen on these old cars, especially if they have been using gasoline with ethanol in it and the car has sat or sits for long periods without running.
For all Mercedes 124 chassis cars from 1986 up to 1993 ONLY. This includes the 260E, 300E, 300D, 300CE, 300TE, and 400E. This is the repair manual you 124 owners have been waiting for.
Good sunroof cable as shown. Only fits years and models of 126 sedans listed. Good cable and good plastic slides. Cable will need to be cleaned and lubricated before installation. For information on cable removal and replacement please refer to the related products below.
Wouldn’t it be grand if there was a way to remove your ignition tumbler without a key - then easily start the car using a flat blade screw driver or needle nose pliers and drive away?
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.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. This glow plug works ONLY in those years and models listed above. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. If you need five please change your cart total to 5. If you need 6 then change the total to 6. PLEASE NOTE: NO INSTRUCTIONS and NO WIRE NUTS are included.
ONLY ONE AVAILABLE. Now includes free video instructions for removing the instrument cluster from the car. This is an above-average used, good-working potentiometer (dash dimmer switch). Fits only the W123 chassis. No longer available new.
Fits 126 Chassis sedans and coupes 380SE 380SEL 380SEC 500SEL 300SD 300SDL 350SD 350SDL 420SEL 300SE 300SEL 560SEC and 560SEL from 1981 to 1991. The best way to restore the original ride and feel of your Mercedes is to replace your shock absorbers with new Bilsteins.
FITS THE FOLLOWING all 123 chassis from 1977-1985 which include the 230, 240D, 240TD, 280E, 280CE, 300D, 300CD and 300TD. The best way to upgrade the original ride and feel of your Mercedes is to replace your shocks with new HEAVY DUTY Bilsteins.
Contamintion in the window washer fluid tank is one of the main reasons the spray nozzles get plugged up. Install this little fitler somewhere in the line between the pump and the nozzles on the hood and secure with zip ties.
To many people, automotive electrical systems and testing are a big mystery. It is not as complicated as you might think.
We have been informed that there is no plan to manufacture new steering locks again for these classic cars. This will also fit the European R107 280SL . If your 380SL or 560SL key is stuck or is sticking, this may be your only option for repair!
THIS IS A USED SCREEN AND HOSE (the used hose ony works on a W123 because it is short) for a 190D 240D 300D 300CD 300SD 300SDL 350SD 350SDL 300D 2.5 and E300D 1977 to 1999. This is an essential maintenance item. This screen can become plugged with crud and algae and will lead to gradual power lo
In this video, I will go over the procedure of removing and replacing the level control valve in your older Mercedes with Airmatic suspension. The work here will be performed on a 2000 W220 S500. Other models may have the valve located in a different position with slightly different mounting.
This new formula has a thicker viscosity for easier application on vertical surfaces and when using fiberglass cloth. Works on any rusty Mercedes Ponton 190SL 230SL 250SL 280SL 220SE 300SE 250SE 280SE 300SEL 450SL 450SEL 300SD 200D 220D 240D 300D 300CD 300TD and others.
The driver's side W124 under dash panel can be a little tricky to remove due to all the hidden fasteners. Without knowing where these are and how to get to them, removal can be frustrating and it is easy to break the plastic covers.
To many people, automotive electrical systems and testing are a big mystery. It is not as complicated as you might think.
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.
This is our complete kit for an at-home DIY repair. Loose and worn out guide rod ball joint bushings are the most common front suspension problem on the W126 sedans and coupes. Check the condition of yours if you have not recently done so.
The Monark brand is no longer made. The Bosch pump is hard to find. This is the best alternative we can provide. For older models with primer pump mounted on the injection pump.
If you have a W116 or W126 300SD or a turbo 1981 to 1985 5 cylinder W123 Diesel you must pay attention to your oil cooler hoses. If one of these hoses fail you will destroy the engine unless you are in the habit of looking at your oil pressure gauge every 5 minutes while driving.
For *most 123 chassis cars made from 1977 to 1985 and *mostl 116 chassis sedans built from 1973 to 1980. The PDF repair guide will take you through the process of how to properly remove your heater blower motor and replace the motors two brushes.
Jammed up steering locks and keys that won't turn can leave you stranded.
For all 1968 to 1979 111 coupe, 108, 109, 114, 115, 107C, 116 (included 1980 models(. Do you have a power sunroof that is working poorly or maybe not at all? Does it move slowly in the morning, but it works fine when it heats up during the day?
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.
For 1980 to 1985 240D, 300D, 300CD, 300SD, 190E, 190D, 380SE, 380SEC, 500SEL and 380SEC. Do you have a power sunroof that is working poorly or maybe not at all? Does it move slowly in the morning, but it works fine when it heats up during the day?
Adjusting the power tilting sunroof is not difficult if you have the right knowledge and a couple alignment pin tools. Adjustment is not usually needed if the sunroof is working properly.
Our flexible brake hose kit includes front brake hoses, rear brake hoses, 1 liter high performance brake fluid, 9x11 mm Flare nut wrench, thread sealant, three pairs of nitrile gloves, and complete pictorial instructions.
Fits 1980 to 1985 240D 300D 300CD 300TD and 81 to 87 126 300SD 300SDLThe lock and release mechanisms inside wear out over time, and when that happens, a new tumbler assembly will NOT fix the problem. If the internal wear is severe, the lock may not be repairable.
Kent has been "into" lubrication since his younger years, flying and working on airplanes over 50 years ago.
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.
If you own an older Mercedes sedan or wagon, it is a very good idea to remove all four door panels, repair components, clean drains, and, most importantly, lubricate all moving parts, as Kent explains in numerous YouTube videos.
Tilting power sunroof problems can be many. This is particularly true on roof mechanisms that have not received proper lubrication over the years. One of the first things that can fail is the power sunroof cable.
This is PART 1 of Kent’s three part video series on troubleshooting and repairing a very common shifting problem in the 1996 to 2006 Mercedes 722.6 five (5) speed automatic transmission. The entire video series is included free of charge when
This is PART 3 of Kent’s three part video series on troubleshooting and repairing a very common shifting problem in the 1996 to 2006 Mercedes 722.6 five (5) speed automatic transmission.
This is PART 2 of Kent’s three part video series on troubleshooting and repairing a very common shifting problem in the 1996 to 2006 Mercedes 722.6 five (5) speed automatic transmission.
This is our most complete FID kit yet. Kent wanted to make sure you would have all the parts you need including hardware.