Body and Exterior Trim
Comparing a W108 6 cylinder to a W109 Big V8
They look the same except for a just a few major differences!
W108 W109
$29.95
SPECIAL PURCHASE CERAMIC Rear Brake Pads - Most Models 1968 to 1991
FREE CERAMIC BRAKE GREASE. Full set for left and right rear calipers. Fits R107 W108 W109 W111 W113 W114 W115 W116 W123 and W126 chassis - NOT for 201 or 124 Chassis
Electrical
Replacing a Badly Burned Wiring Harness
Don't let anyone kid you... this is not an easy job!
Fuel Delivery
My Gas Engine is Running Too Rich ( Excessive Fuel Mixture )
Kent shares 3 indicators of an excessively fuel rich running gas engine
$48.70
W108 W114 W115 W116 Steering Coupling Assembly
ALSO fits R107 350SL 450SL 450SLC 380SL 500SL and 560SL
Body and Exterior Trim
Filling a Dent with Minimal Effort
Put the body filler on in two phases and manage the time when you grate and sand it
Engine
Starter Motor Grinds When I Turn the Key - How to Bench Test?
Could be the starter itself, ring gear on the flywheel or a combination of both
Electrical
Best Way to Fix a Non-Working Odometer or Speedometer
Kent recommends just sending it out for professional repair
Rust / Corrosion
Best Way to Prevent Water From Getting into Your Benz
Easy preventative maintenance you should do at least every six months... unless you live in the desert..:-)
Engine
Removing a Stubborn Power Steering Pump Pulley
Sometimes they are really stuck on the shaft!