W116, New Parts Kits and Manuals

$46.00

114 115 Chassis All Models Front Torsion Bar Mount Kit

185/R14 size tires

In the past, I've been able to buy 185/R14 Futura Euro Metric tires at Pep Boys. This is the original size for my 1980 300SD (though lower in speed rating). These tires, made by Cooper, are no longer available. If at all possible, I would prefer to stay with this original size because they are skinny, thus helping keep splashed water and road matter under the fenderwells. They are also less sensitive to minor variations in wheel alignment. Any ideas on where I can get my favorite size 185/R14, any brand?

Chassis Model Number

W116

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Body and Interior Specific Aid

Valve adjustment sounds

I just did a valve adjustment on my 80 300SD. None of the valves had enough clearance when I started so they were all adjusted following your guide and using your valve adjustment tools. I got everything back together and the engine started fine, actually it seems to fire up a bit more quickly.

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Diesel Engine Specific Aid

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Chassis Model Number

W116

$86.50

123 Chassis Coupe Sedan Rear Subframe Mount kit with Instructions

All 300D 300CD 280E 280CE 1977 to 1985 - 240D vin specific see below - 300TD wagon see notes at bottom of page

$18.95

123 126 All Models Door Striker Bolt Set (4)

These are NEW original O.E.M. bolts that require a hex head wrench

$29.75

123 All Models Hood Release Cable

$39.95

201 190E 190D All Models Clutch Slave Cylinder

$69.50

123 Early 240 Clutch Slave Cylinder - Vin Number Specific

shift bushing replacement advice

This is not a question, but rather an additional tip.

I've installed MercedesSource's shift bushing kit on my 1980 300SD, a W116 chassis. The instructions were very good, though I had trouble getting the clips back onto the shifter rod between the two levers. With the shifter rod out of the car and held in my hand, I was amazed at how easy the clips install on each end, but nearly impossible when the shifter rod is inserted into both of its bushings under the car. I thought I'd share how I solved this problem.