W201 Chrome Center Grill Strip
Hard to find brand new center chrome strip for plastic front grill insert.
Hard to find brand new center chrome strip for plastic front grill insert.
Door hinge lubrication has to be one of the most neglected maintenance items on the older models. I think part of the problem stems from the fact owners don't know how to do it or don't know how to acquire the proper grease gun to lubricate those special fittings on the door hinges.
If you own and maintain an older car (especially 15 years and older) you must be willing to take care of its lubrication needs or you may spend big money later in repairs.
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?
Are you tired of windshield washers sprayers that done spray straight or don't spray at all. If you can hear the pump running but no fluid is coming out the nozzles it could be the nozzle holes are plugged with dirt.
"I have heard some owners complain about the unreliability of those older Hirschmann power antennas. I would say that in at least 80 percent of the few hundred antennas I have taken apart that went bad - the reason was lack of lubrication!
Contains all supplies and video instructions you need - including a high speed power multitool to remove very fine scratches. Purchase together and save $$$$. Ever wish you could get rid of the annoying wiper scratches on your front windshield (or rear hatch glass if you have a rear wiper)?
Contains all supplies and video instructions you need - except a multitool (see description. )Ever wish you could get rid of the annoying wiper scratches on your front windshield (or rear hatch glass if you have a rear wiper)?
This video will take you step by step through the process of using our glass polish kit with a multitool to remove those fine scratches from your windshield or rear hatch glass. It also works great for polishing the water and acid rain out of any glass, including shower doors!
In this short 2:32 minute video Kent will show you how he first tests the sunroof drains for blockage and then how he goes about cleaning out any blockage.
This is the last used 123 battery tray we have. When they are gone, they are gone. This is the actual tray you will receive. This one is way above average, but not perfect. Some surface minor rust and pits on one end were sanded and touched up with Miracle Paint.
A good used set of rings for the price as shown. Will fit right or left headlight. No dents on the edge Note. some light surface rust on inside of the headlight ring, but outside chrome and front edge show no rust spots.
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.
Very nice jack as shown. Fits all 123 and 1981 to 1985 126 chassis. Factory original has 123 part number stamped on it
This one is a very nice driver-side front bumper rubber mounting bracket. The threaded mounting stud is fully in place and has not been broken off by rust.
Mercedes 108, 109, 114, 115, 116, 107, 123, 126, 124 and 201 chassis window trim has a super strong anodized coating that is impervious to hand polishing but still can oxidize when exposed to harsh environmental elements.
This carpet wetness is such a common problem on the W123 chassis that Kent decided to shot a short video explaining how to troubleshoot where the leak is coming from. He will point out the three potential areas for leaks and show how to use water to find the source.
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.
Excellent used brite aluminum vent grill and non rusty screen as shown.
The side trim strips beginning with the W108 Chassis in 1965 and ending with the 123 chassis in 1985 were all held to the body with the same method.
Good used smooth working right side outside mirror as shown.Lubricated and ready to install with screws included. Good mirror glass. Look at the condition of the back side. No dents in the chrome. Comes with a chrome cover plate and adjustment handle.
How many bent or deformed trunk lid emblems have you seen on older Mercedes? Getting them on and off is not difficult, but if you want to get them on and off without bending the soft emblem or scratching the paint on the lid - well that takes some finesse!
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!
This kit includes a New Mercedes OEM fuel tank filter screen along with a special tool I have made to remove and install it. It will save you the time and expense of running out and buying a great big Allen wrench.
FITS THE FOLLOWING: all 126 chassis SEDANS from 1981 to 1991, including 300SD 380SE 380SEL 500SEL . Are you tired of the water leaks into the trunk and rear carpet area? Windows all fog up when you get in the car in the morning. Sick of that musty smell in the trunk and cabin.
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.
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.
Groaning, snaping and jammed door check straps are a common problem on the older models (up through 1995). This is primarily due to age and lack of lubrication. Newer models will soon start having similar problems. Rain water getting inside the doors is the big killer.
This is part 2 of a 4 part video series Kent has done on repairing the power tilting sunroofs on the W201 W126 and W124 chassis built from 1986 to 1995. Part 1 covers removal and replacement of the sunroof panel and headliner.
When working under a Benz having the right equipment to put the car and hold it safely up in the air is very important. Always think safety, and the type of equipment and how it is used plays the key role in keeping you safe.
In this 10 minute video class Kent shows you what you should initially look for when checking out an older Mercedes for sale. He routinely does a quick 3 to 5 minute walk around to determine if the car passes his priority three part test.
Those three areas on inspection are:
Why would you need to remove a fuel tank? If it is heavily rusted or contaminated sometimes it is just easier to find a good used fuel tank and replace it. Trying to clean a heavily gummed up fuel tank is a real challenge.
Mercedes 114, 115, 107, 116, 123, 126, 124, and 201 chassis window trim has a super strong anodized coating that is impervious to hand polishing but still can oxidize when exposed to harsh environmental elements. When this happens the trim becomes spotted and milky in color and it is NOT pretty!
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".
Fits all 123 chassis 1977 to 1985, all 126 chassis 1981 to 1991, all 201 chassis 1984 to 1993 and all 124 chassis 1986 to 1993.
Brand new original hood star emblem as shown. No instructions included but not difficult to install
Can be successfully applied to all Mercedes Alloy (non chrome) Silver Wheels from 1970 to 1995. 108, 109, 107, 114, 115, 116, 123, 201, 126 and 124 chassis. Most of us have to admit that stained and peeling paint on Mercedes alloy wheels is ugly on any model.
Fits Gasoline Models only! 1982-1983 380SEC, 1984-1985 380SE, 1984-1985 500SEL, 1987-1993 190E 2.6, 1986 to 1989 300E, 1990 -1993 300E 4matic, 1990-1992 300CE, 1988-1991 300SEL, 1992-1993 400E, 1986-1991 420SEL, 1986-1991 560S
These bumpers can be a real problem, especially if exposed to road salt. The rare bracket attachment points behind the bumper can fail, and the bumper can fall off the car. This bumper is in very good used condition and has not been exposed to road salt.
This will actually give you true cabin air filters. No just screen! This is an easy DIY kit that will require you to cut the filter material from the patterns included and lightly glue it in place with the glue supplied.
This is the last set we will ever have. You will receive all the parts shown. One side seal has been mounted and has some marks on it. The other has only been cut to length.
ALL locks work smoothly with the good key included ( you can get a spare key made for this). The tumbler can be installed in your steering lock if you desire one key operation. No instructions included. The only flaw noted is one of the return springs on one of the front door handles is broken.
This is the LEFT center plastic slide assembly as shown below. The plastic slides can easily break off and the plastic bushings can fail in the lift arm pins. When this happens, your sunroof may bind or not slide properly. This is for the right side only.
VERY good condition. super bright as shown. Only one set available.
These original masts are NLA, and this is from Kent's 20-year-old stock and was only used for a few months. No damage. super smooth operation and super straight. The TOOTHED tail was used on some antennas from 1983-84 up until the early to mid 1990s.
Looks like new. Smooth operation and no bends in the mast. These original masts are NLA and this is from old new stock. The smooth tail was used on antennas from the mid 1970's up until around 1983-1985. This would include the W116, R107, early W123, and early W126.
ONLY ONE Available. These are extremely hard to find in good working order. Good door closing springs included. This is one of the most common leak areas in the vacuum look lock system.
We call this a "short kit" because it is not complete. You will need to supply your own drain hose. The full kit includes 10 feet of thin-wall silicone hose and special urethane sealant. If you want to provide those items yourself, you can purchase this kit and save $$$.