Rust / Corrosion
How to Prevent Miracle Paint from Getting Hard in the Container
You have to keep the air away from it
W201
Body and Exterior Trim
How to Get a New Hood Pad on Straight
When using contact cement you have one shot to get it right! Kent's video will show you how to prevent mistakes.
Engine
How to Tell if Your Thermostat is Failing?
Monitor your engine temperature gauge in the morning for telltale signs.
Interior
What is that Left-Over Part After I installed a New Ignition Tumbler?
Only applies to certain models from 1984 to 1995. See list below
$54.95
Miracle Paint Preparation Kit for Rust Pitted Surfaces
This is the best tool and attachments to use for cleaning small hard-to-get-to rusted metal surfaces
Electrical
Premature Glow Plug Failure
If it is happening on a regular basis it probably is not bad glow plugs
Transmission
What To Use in Place of Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid?
Watch the video and Kent will explain his recommendations.
Suspension
SLS Suspension Riding Rough - How to Test Accumulators.
It is possible to test their condition on the car
Full Service Brake Tips
Do a full brake service on your older Benz BEFORE hitting the road.
This is that time of year we pull our prized Mercedes out of winter storage and get it ready to hit the road. Just today (April 8) it was 72 degrees and bright blue skies here in Bellingham. Tomorrow I am going to put the top down and take Happier (my 280SL) for a tour of the countryside. :-)
$18.25
Bilstein Shock Absorber Removal and Installation Tool
Finally a real tool to hold the top of the shocks while turning the nut or nuts !!