Suspension
SLS Suspension Riding Rough - How to Test Accumulators.
It is possible to test their condition on the car
W123, 300SD
Engine
Excessive Oil in the Intake and Compressor on Turbo Diesel Engines
This is normally not due to "leaking seals" inside the turbo charger
$22.50
Early Diesel OM61x Fuel Injector Hard Line Special Wrench
17mm wrench custom modified by Kent to remove pain and frustration when removing your injector hard lines
On Demand Video
$10.99
Checking Early Diesel Injection Pump Timing Using FLOW Pressure Method - On Demand Video
This video combined with Kent's other video on using the HIGH pressure method will teach you how to check and adjust the IP timing yourself!
$38.95
OM616 and OM617 Diesel Engine FLOW Pressure Injection Pump Timing Kit
Comes with Kent's detailed instructions on using the hand pump "low pressure" method.
On Demand Video
$9.99
Cleaning, Servicing and Repairing W123 Water Drains and Surrounding Area - On Demand Video
Learn how to do this on a regular 6 month basis or you could suffer some serious consequences
$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)
On Demand Video
$14.99
Early Hood Cable Adjustment and Replacement Instructions - On Demand Video
Using Kent's special 90 degree bent wrenches learn how loosen then pull the old cable out and install a new one - including dealing with the firewall rubber grommet!!!
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. :-)
$3.95
OM616 and OM617 Diesel Engine Motor Mount Arm Thread Chaser
For all 220D, 240D, 300D, 300CD, 300TD up to 1985 and 1981-1985 W126 Chassis 300SD