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Old 06-13-2010, 05:14 PM
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1987 300D Rear end sits like this / \ ?'s

Ok as stated above I obviously have some serious sag or bad bushings. Where do I start looking for slop? How do I check for slop and what bushings should I check ? Considering the age of the car should I just consider replacing all of the bushings? I havent even had a chance to take the back tires off and check it out. It looks the the "trailing arms" lower mounted bars that connect to the frame forward of the rear end were replaced(new parts tag still visible)
I did a search but didnt really find an answer I need more titorial on these rear ends and a lesson on checking them.
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Old 06-13-2010, 05:39 PM
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W124 cars have a 5-link rear suspension. On a level surface, block both front wheels, then jack up the rear, remove the rear wheels. Reach in with two gloved hands, grab each link firmly, try to twist the link. If you can twist it, the rubber bushings need replacement. In most cases, that actually means buying a new link, which comes with new bushings. In your case, one or more bushings are likely so bad that you will be able to see which ones to suspect.
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Old 06-13-2010, 05:48 PM
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All 8 links (4 per side) run about $150 from aftermarket.
Do 'em all if one needs it and the job hasn't been done yet.

The w124 has a bit of a squat to it, but that kind of sag / \ you mention is probably not just links.

I think your springs are getting soft and have compressed.

Shocks won't increase your ride height much more than a touch, unless they're the wrong ones.
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Old 06-14-2010, 05:39 PM
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Could be weak springs. If the pads above the springs have less than 3 bumps on them, you might be able to compensate with thicker pads.

Can also be bad link bushings as mentioned above, or a combination thereof.
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Old 06-14-2010, 06:45 PM
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Setting up a track car, we spend alot of time, effort and Money getting enough negative camber.

I would caution referring to the "rear end" when actually asking about suspension.
Correct me if I am wrong here, the "differential" is more commonly the "rear end", yes?

unless we are discussing the back portion of the body.
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Old 06-15-2010, 07:14 AM
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Well guys, I'm usually the one who quickly peruses posts and misses the details but I'm not the one guilty of this here.

The OP indicated a TD. The station wagons have a self leveling system. It is highly likely that there is a problem with it.
I can see why Jimmy is so adamant about the "trunk badge of truth"!

Larry, the OP has indicated a sedan in his other thread: New here. New to me 1987 300 TD 3.0

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Old 06-15-2010, 12:39 PM
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In his sig, his only Mercedes is a "1987 Mercedes 300 3.0 TD".

One could assume that it means 300TD, or a 300 3.0 TurboDiesel. My car's title (based on the MBUSA issued MSO) says "300TDT so who's to say? The MBUSA people who chose trunk badging different from the rest of the world for North America?

Does it really matter? Should I chastise anyone who incorrectly calls a 124 wagon/estate a W124 instead of the correct T124? I enjoy Jimmy's crusade, as entertainment but because I believe that he does it with a sense of humor.

It's helpful to know the year and model, preferrably in the title or first line of the question, as the OP included. It's more annoying to me when someone asks about their "300D" when there are four different engine (six including the E300 diesel) configurations and no way to tell which one without the (sometimes included) model year.

Anyway, the title of the thread, "1987 300D Rear end ..." indicates sedan.
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Old 06-15-2010, 05:18 PM
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Correct me if I am wrong here, the "differential" is more commonly the "rear end", yes?

unless we are discussing the back portion of the body.
When my wife slaps me in the face because I said something about her fat differential, I am going to blame you.
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Old 06-16-2010, 07:56 PM
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Its a 300D (signature fixed) its a four door sedan. Where aftermarket wise would people recommend me to find these so needed bushings for a 300D four door sedan. Preferrably a place that sells parts for a 300D four door sedan It can also sell parts for a 300 TDT but I dont need parts for a 300 TDT wagon I need parts for a 300D sedan. And In case I didnt clarify this previously It a 1987 300 D four door sedan
Thanks and sorry for the confusion between a 300 D four door sedan and a 300 TDT wagon. I have a 300D sedan.
Thanks again,
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Old 06-16-2010, 09:07 PM
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There are several good Mercedes parts sources Bill, two of which appear in the "Buy Parts" button above.

There is a kit which includes all of the links in the rear suspension, if you've got a bunch of bad ones it's nice to take it apart once.
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Old 06-17-2010, 08:48 AM
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Thanks tons
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