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Originally Posted by tbomachines
Brake job is easy, you might be able to do the bushings while everything is apart too, but not sure on that as I haven't got the experience. What is wrong with the rear springs? Starting to rust? Suspension on the 560SELs is somewhat a nightmare expense-wise because of SLS system.
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Yes, the springs are starting to rust and sometime soon should crack apparently.
So far the SLS hasn't given me any troubles; works fine and based on my service records from the PO it's never been worked on in its 23 year, 217,000 mile service. Maybe I'm lucky or maybe I just jynxed myself
It seems to me that 5 hours in labor to remove and replace the springs is a little much (considering its $118 an hour at the dealer).
The bushings look a little intimidating; The brakes seem real straight forward, especially with the DIY wikki...
http://www.peachparts.com/Wikka/W126RearBrakes
But is the front the same as the back? It sure looks it to me, but I'd rather be certain before I dive in head first.
-Carlen