Q.. thanks for this awesome post detailing how to repair the amp.

I removed the CCA from my 1988 300SEL (w126) and removed the aluminum casing to expose the board.

The anti-corrosive coating you mentioned, I assume is the coating that gives the board a shiny look? I noticed this coating doesn't go all the way to the end, but close.

You used the term "flux"... can you tell me what that is? I am planning on going to Radio Shack and getting a soldering tool.

Are you also saying that basically all thats needed is to remove the coating... and solder each of the points on the green surface? How long did yours work for? Thanks.. just trying to see if I can fix something before I need to get a $200 piece.

Thanks for your help.. you're an asset to this forum.

Sharif