Hi folks, I just became the proud owner of a 1972 280SE 4.5. She seems to be in pretty good shape despite the miles, but I think it'd be a good idea to have a...
This is a great old classic Benz, in good condition, which needs some repairs to get it back on the road. The body is in very good condition, no damage, no...
How much for the Djetronic tester? Cheers! Ron B. From: mercedesw108@yahoogroups.com [mailto:mercedesw108@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of driveline21 Sent:...
Hello,  I am thinking $200 for the tester, it is complete with original harness and misc doodads, appears to be in very good condition  OR  FREE  if...
Hi Sounds ok,I am a bit busy just at the minute.I'll talk further once I'm organised this morning. Cheers! Ron B. PS ,I'm already buying a car in the US so I...
Hi Chris,If you have paypal i could possibly pay for it and if you can box it up and let me know postage cost to me here in Australia ( post code 4105 ) i can...
Hello,  To be really honest, I am rather more interested in selling the 280SEL (and 2 more MBz W116 300SD turbodiesels as well as a W116 parts car) than I...
If you were closer to Texas, I would be all over the SD's. I need a diesel. ... From: Chris To: mercedesw108@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, August 04, 2008 9:03...
... OK, first question, on hub caps for a W108: + How many clips are used on the back? + What is the best method to get the cap back on the wheel? + Where can...
The clips can be bought from Mercedes, most have 5 clips so it's just a matter of fitting new ones. The colour usually matches the body colour code, which...
The caps should just Push on, no need to hit them on with a mallet etc .Line the valve stem up with a hole and shove it completely into place . From:...
Before I run and change everything I thought I better double check... Is there any weird notion why the manual gearbox in a W108 would require auto ...
I don't know why the automatic transmission fluid is in the manual transmission of your Mercedes.. I once had an 86 1/2' Fiero GT with a Getrag 5spd...
I have many hubcaps and clips, if you need any. Some may be in the color of your choice, though they vary greatly in condition. Please contact me, off list,...
Thanks Paul In one of the online "Ask the Expert" there was the answer... Merc Manuals are designed to take ATF. The good news was that is was fresh and clean...
No,the Idle speed control is on the rear of the pump. Under NO circumstances should you touch the MFI until the ignition is perfect and the valves adjusted. ...
Thanks Ron I have some time to look at things today, and this is the sort of thing I need to get focussed on the right areas. Ciao Michael ... From: "Ron...
Hi, So, you have two mechanics, supposedly both are good, and both of them are saying very different things? I took my newly acquired '72 280SE 4.5 in to a...
Leaving the costs aside, B's diagnosis of the problems seems to be more accurate. ... From: jh To: mercedesw108@yahoogroups.com Sent: 12 August 2008 06:08 AM ...
... If there is no smoke, then the guides and stem seals are probably fine, also, oil fouling must be very bad before it will effect idling. So tune-up is the...
They are both excessive in their quotes and estimates. I would suggest you contact someone in the SA Mercedes Club for a recomendation. It is probably only a...
Take it to the dealer, let them tell you want needs to be done. Don't let them do the work or your bank account will be hurt but I think you need a better...
This must be the ultimate noob question... but I need to confirm that I bought the right car :) Seller said it was a 280SE; the back of the car says "280SE" on...
Send me a picture at jeffreybroome@... and I can tell you right off the bat if its a se or sel. The sel's were a longer wheel base. If they sold you a...
I am selling tons of W108 parts on Ebay. Just let me know what you want and I will get it listed straight away! I have a couple sets of nice sun visors. I will...
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