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Kit contains right and left tie rod assemblies as shown. We have found if you discover one or more loose tie rod ball joints, it is always better to replace both rod assemblies at the same time. Entire assemblies are about the same price as two individual ball joints.
Specific to the 2003 to 2006 SL500 with the M113 V8 engine only.
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.
Get rid of that old and ineffective transmission fluid in your older power steering system. It is the number one cause of excessive gear wear in your steering box. This is our partial kit that does not include the fluids so it can be shipped by air mail. Please study the pictures here.
Get rid of that old and ineffective transmission fluid in your older power steering system. It is the number one cause of excessive gear wear in your steering box. This kit will include almost everything you will need to do this yourself, along with complete step-by-step video instructions.
PLEASE NOTE: UPS Ground shipping only to the lower 48 states. Sorry no international. Even though this is a synthetic fluid it should be changed on high mileage wagons. I think some owners figure it will last forever.
This is the most thorough kit available anywhere in the world for opening up and resealing your early style (square ) SLS leveling valve. This was used on all W123 300TD wagons and a few other models during that same time period.
In this long video manual Kent will walk you step-by-step through the process of removing the older square style leveling valve from your Mercedes, opening it up without losing the spring and balls, removing the old o-rings and cleaning the parts properly, installing the new o-rings, and putting
SINGLE AXLE KIT: This set of boots will work on ONE (1) axle of the BOLT TYPE. This will not work if you have the crimped can type axles. SEE PICTURE BELOW TO CONFIRM IF YOUR AXLE MATCHES THIS TYPE! If you order the wrong boots by mistake they are not returnable.
Every one of these pumps I have ever seen needs resealing. The seals and o-rings become just too hard over all those years of use. This is the most complete SLS (self-leveling suspension) pump overhaul kit on the market today.
Fits 450SL 450SLC 450SE/L 380SL 380SE/L 380SEC 500SEL 500SEC 420SEL 560SL 560SEL 560SEC 1973 to 1991 - ALSO FITS 126 Chassis 300SDL 350SDL.
Brand new complete wheel bearing kit. Includes all parts shown for right or left wheel. You with need to order 2 if you want a complete set of wheel bearings for both sides.
I have been discovering this is one of those maintenance areas that suffers from severe neglect. Failure of the rubber support or center drive shaft bearing can cause all types of improperly diagnosed vibration problems - some commonly change with vehicle speed.
If you own a 123 wagon or other Mercedes with self-leveling suspension, you will be faced someday with having to replace the main high-pressure hydraulic hose that goes from the engine-driven pump to a metal line fitting routed back to the rear suspension.
Dont neglect this service as many do! I recommend the hydraulic fluid and filter be changed every 30,000 miles. You would not believe how many SLS vehicles I have seen with dirty hydraulic fluid - I mean nasty! Sometimes I have even found engine oil in the system!
Complete reseal kit as shown. Wow!
Sorry NO instructions available.
Common 123 front end wear item. Bushings attach the lower control arm to the frame. Rubber fails and front end gets loose and noisy.
Location of lower control arm bushing
Bushing kit that attaches the front suspension guide rod to the lower control arm. This is a wear point that is often neglected and if loose can cause clunking in the front end. This is a complete kit for both sides. 2 kits included.
Common wear point on high mileage 126 front suspension. This is the bushing that connects the inside end of lower control arm to the subframe on all 126 sedans and SEC couples from 1981 to 1991. This is for one side only. You will need to order 2 if you are replacing both sides.
This is a great kit for you early SL and SLC owners. Fits all 450SL, 450SLC, 380SLC, and 380SL from 1972 to 1985. If you are getting a lot of body roll in the turns this kit will really tighten up the front sway bar.
This is a great kit for you 114 and 115 owners. Fits all Sedans and Couple both gas and diesel from 1968 to 1976. If you are getting a lot of body roll in the turns this kit will really tighten up the front sway bar.
FITS THE FOLLOWING: 114, 115, and 123 chassis Mercedes to 1985 that use the rear axles with the crimped sealed cans over the flex joints (spider). Read the text for more detail. This kit WILL NOT WORK on any other axles both Mercedes and aftermarket.
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.
If the front end of your W107 SL or SLC convertible or coupe wanders on the road or thunks when you go over railroad tracks, you most likely need to install a new front subframe bushing kit. I see this condition even on real low mileage pristine cars.
90 percent of the above chassis Kent inspects need to have these front subframe mounts replaced. They are more often than not all broken up or rotted. If your front end seems to be moving around on you while driving or drops down when you lift the car - then replace these rubber mounts.