I do have to say how impressed I am at the straight forwardness of the w126. Yes there are things I will need help with but for someone who always ended up with spare parts after working on something() these cars are great. I have done a lot of work on mine with mostly off the shelves tools except for the correct spring compresser for the front springs. I do not mind working on this car, in fact it gets fun the longer I go. I have spent a few all nighters in the driveway wrenching on the old beast (no garage here!) and it pays me back when the job is done and the handling/ performance is noyicably better the next drive down the road. Great cars to own and wrench on. And yes I have spent more than the purchase price on parts, but I have saved at least $90 to $120+ an hour by doing the work myself so idon't mind putting in the extra time to get something right. Good luck.

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If it ain't broke take it apart and find out why.

1983 300SD, 4 speed
1994 C280
1987 300TD wagon
1996 HD Road King

Ride in Peace Eric Peterson, Harley of Macon