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1910
Still a pup....
Richard McGonagle
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Sep 25, 2009
6:17 pm
1911
Sent this in to bringatrailer.com, not sure that they'll pick it up - but they should! jh...
jhlists
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Sep 25, 2009
8:03 pm
1912
Ron quick question for you. I haven't been able to find a rev meter to see what my engine revs are so I can set the timing on my 4.5. I do have an extra gauge...
Paul Kepner IV
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Sep 28, 2009
1:24 am
1913
Hi, the tacho uses a signal from the earth side of the ignition ( does a 4.5 US version have the transistor box?) If it has the transistor box look on the...
Ron Bunting
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Sep 28, 2009
2:42 am
1914
What is the best way to remover the distributor and how do I make sure it goes back in correctly? Cheers, Paul ________________________________ From: Ron...
Paul Kepner IV
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Sep 28, 2009
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1915
Hi, It looks like I only have the left one. All the best Al From: daboneheaddoctor Sent: Tuesday, September 15, 2009 10:00 AM To: mercedesw108@yahoogroups.com ...
Ali Al-Abbasi
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Sep 28, 2009
3:52 am
1916
Turn the engine over until the point er for the timing is facing the ‘O’ mark on the timing damper. That is number one cylinder at top dead center. Remove...
Ron Bunting
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Sep 28, 2009
5:07 am
1917
Hello: I am a new Member and I am looking to buy my first W108. I have really educated myself on the models and what to look for when buying a W108. I found a...
andyzolman
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Oct 3, 2009
8:54 pm
1918
... It might be the modulator and or the wrong fluid. Check the receipts to see if the proper Benz fluid was used. From what I understand the heater controls...
deepdale_2000
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Oct 3, 2009
9:40 pm
1919
Thanks for the reply. I am concerned about replacing the heater controls.... ... From: deepdale_2000 <dab753@...> Subject: [mercedesw108] Re: New...
Andy Zolman
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Oct 3, 2009
9:43 pm
1920
I have done the heater controls twice expect to spend 2 days and pretty much disassemble the dash I have also done the blower motor and heater cores. Parts...
amberolaman
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Oct 3, 2009
9:52 pm
1921
$7k seems way high to me. Prices started to really come down during the last gas price spike, and then the recession just finished values off. My $.02. I spent...
jhlists
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Oct 3, 2009
10:08 pm
1922
I have taken two sets of heater lever controls out of my old 67' 250S's and all I can say it take your time and make notes of where everything goes that you...
Paul Kepner IV
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Oct 4, 2009
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1923
Just to let you know I paid $900.00 for my 72' 280SE 4.5. You can see pics of it in the photo album. I got a service folder on it for the last 14 yrs. The guy...
Paul Kepner IV
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Oct 4, 2009
12:05 am
1924
Thanks for all the information everyone, I am surprised at all the responses. I am going to pass on the car unless he will take $5000.00 and I can confirm that...
Andy Zolman
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Oct 4, 2009
2:35 am
1925
I'm going to go against the grain here as nothing depreciates faster then parts and labor. If the current owner has had the car for some years, and has done a...
Ali Al-Abbasi
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Oct 4, 2009
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1926
I have to agree in a sense. I have had some real basket case Euro cars including an Audi that nearly killed me, literally. I am still concerned about the...
Andy Zolman
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Oct 4, 2009
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1927
I finally got my 70 280S running good but now I find that I am having to move my steering wheel back and forth to keep the car going on a straight path.There...
drstanciell
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Oct 4, 2009
3:38 am
1928
Hi, Trans shift is probably just a matter of readjusting the accelerator position lever .It's the rod that runs from the trans to the accelerator linkage. The...
Ron Bunting
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Oct 4, 2009
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1929
A lot of play could indicate the steering coupler. Open the hood and look down just below the brake booster on the steering arm, you will see it, then move the...
Ali Al-Abbasi
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Oct 4, 2009
3:50 am
1930
If it drives in forward and reverse and has all it’s gears it’s OK. As i said it’s usually a matter of the rod adjustment being out .BUT,this is often a...
Ron Bunting
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Oct 4, 2009
4:36 am
1931
Ron You'd be surprised at how few MB mechanics know these old cars here. Some MB independents here in Dallas will flat out refuse to work on anything older...
Ali Al-Abbasi
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Oct 4, 2009
4:51 am
1932
I think the price is very excessive as well. There was recently a '73 4.5 V8 on this system asking $4500.00 that was about the same mileage it seems, and it...
Richard McGonagle
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Oct 4, 2009
6:34 pm
1933
The shifting sounds like a problem I had that required getting the transmission rebuilt. Expect to pay close to $2000 for that....
Richard McGonagle
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Oct 4, 2009
6:40 pm
1934
That could be king pins....
Richard McGonagle
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Oct 4, 2009
6:42 pm
1935
I have similar symptoms, and that's what a trusted mechanic seems to think the issue is - seems like it is going to be expensive :( jh...
jhlists
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Oct 4, 2009
7:01 pm
1936
... I had the same thing on my 107 and it was a combination of the coupler and bit of tie rod wear....
deepdale_2000
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Oct 5, 2009
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6:26 pm
1938
Hello, I am the new owner of a 1968 250S in fairly good condition. Almost no rust, good interior, no dents, trans and engine ok. It has some problems that I am...
mikeylp
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Oct 27, 2009
9:01 am
1939
Lift it under the centre of the Diff(back axle) .There is a flat spot on the bottom wjhere you can lift safely. Place the axle stands under the body just in...
Ron Bunting
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Oct 27, 2009
10:09 am
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