Do always replace the slave cylinder when replacing your clutch? - Page 3 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

t walgamuth · #31 06-27-2010, 11:14 AM

What's wrong with resurrecting old threads?

Its fun reading through them.

chasinthesun · #32 06-28-2010, 08:25 AM

Old threads have alot of wealth of info ,the quote of dont use them ,like this one, "Please do not resurrect dead threads. Start a new thread after searching the archive to make sure someone hasn't already answered the question."
I Revived this one because it matched my original question and had alot of good input.Enough said.
I final got the 190s slave cylinder bolt away.It required me to setup a 1/4 inch ratchet with 2 swivels and two 4 inch extentions to get the little sucker.The other problem is when reassembling the entire brake and clutch piece ,youll be looking at reattaching the brake fluid resorvoir hose piece to the master clutch cylinder first before bolting up the unit ,this is your main fluid feed and you dont want to kink it or mess this up.I bought a newer longer piece due to old age and not much room given when reinstallment on the original shorter original hose.It sleeves the line into the opening allowed ontop of the masters C.Bleeding the clutch is the job on hand and Im sure in costs a shop would have dropped me for north of $400. on the fix .In parts and new tools Im in it for less than $145.Looking back on this youll have 3 hurtles ,the upper bolt on the slave cylinder ,the reinstallment of the master cylinder to the pedal assembly due to those peskey small clip holders that holds the master C rod in place,and the finally the main hydro line feed to the master cylinder.I dont know how many 5spd 190s are out there but if this task is on your plate I hope this helps a DIY er er out there.

Stevo · #33 06-28-2010, 10:06 AM

You didn't try lowering the tranny by dropping the cross member?

chasinthesun · #34 06-28-2010, 10:46 AM

I had limited tools due to my storage unit being broken into ,jacked the car up high enough but didnt feel safe loosening up anything will underneath the car .Thanks ,Ill try this next time.

Stevo · #35 06-28-2010, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by chasinthesun

I had limited tools due to my storage unit being broken into ,jacked the car up high enough but didnt feel safe loosening up anything will underneath the car .Thanks ,Ill try this next time.

I may not live long enough to ever have to do another 617 clutch slave again

but if I do I'll try it. I dont think it will drop very far and a wedge may be needed to hole it down, but even an inch lower would probably make a big difference.

Beagle · #36 06-28-2010, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Stevo

I may not live long enough to ever have to do another 617 clutch slave again

but if I do I'll try it. I dont think it will drop very far and a wedge may be needed to hole it down, but even an inch lower would probably make a big difference.

Steve - An "S" shape 12/13mm ring spanner makes that top bolt a breeze.

After fitting a new clutch a few weeks ago I doubt if I will be needing it again either

Stevo · #37 06-28-2010, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Beagle

Steve - An "S" shape 12/13mm ring spanner makes that top bolt a breeze.

After fitting a new clutch a few weeks ago I doubt if I will be needing it again either

Thanks, also really appreciate your fine post about clutch bleeding. I finely get it figured out and you come up with the "better mouse trap'

I"LL also try that "oil can" method if I live long enough to need to do it again.

A "ring spanner" would be a regular old "box end" wrench? and then start bending till it reaches up there and has room to turn the nut, Yes. Thanks again

Beagle · #38 06-28-2010, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Stevo

A "ring spanner" would be a regular old "box end" wrench? and then start bending till it reaches up there and has room to turn the nut, Yes. Thanks again

No, it is a double ended ring spanner in the form of a letter S about 8" long. any auto spares store should have them - usually in sets. Very useful for all sorts of other tight spaces too

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http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/283493586/S_TYPE_DOUBLE_RING_SPANNER/showimage.html

Stevo · #39 06-28-2010, 06:50 PM

[QUOTE=Beagle;2495728]No, it is a double ended ring spanner in the form of a letter S about 8" long. any auto spares store should have them - usually in sets. Very useful for all sorts of other tight spaces too

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Oh OK, I was under the impression you bent one up, outstanding, another tool to buy

Thats easy... This five cylinder engine, or I should say, the extra space this five cylinder engine takes up, requires a few more tools and sweat than my 616s do

whunter · #40 05-13-2013, 08:08 AM

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