Thanks for this very informative post on the tensioner. I will check this on my 300SE.

The two Volvos I had, a 6 cyl 960 and a 5 cyl V70, both have a spring loaded serp. belt tensioner. It's a very simple design. MB should use this. IMHO.

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Warren

Currently 1965 220Sb, 2002 FORD Crown Vic Police Interceptor

Had 1965 220SEb, 1967 230S, 280SE 4.5, 300SE (W126), 420SEL

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Not part of the in-crowd since 1952.