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Old 02-27-2012, 02:58 AM
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Rear subframe bushings

Please forgive me if this has been posted already - I searched the forums and DIY links and was unsuccessful.

Anyone have a link for a walkthrough for replacing rear subframe mount bushings?

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Old 02-27-2012, 03:07 AM
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This is specifically for a W123 (although the W114 / 115 / 116 / 126 first gen {may be second too?} are similar)

It isn't written as a DIY but is shows the process I went through

Rear subframe removal and bushing replacement

It might not be specifically mentioned but the rear springs need to be removed before you just whip out that bullet-like pin!
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Old 02-27-2012, 03:08 AM
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Oh and do us a favour and either stick some vehicle information in your first posts or in your sig.
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Old 02-27-2012, 09:50 AM
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Ya, kind of important what model you have. the W123 is different than the W124.

Here is a quick search on the W123

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Here is a quick search on the W124

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Old 02-27-2012, 10:27 AM
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His profile says 1973 220D.
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Old 02-27-2012, 10:55 AM
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W114/W115 rear Sub frame bushings.

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there were three HP ratings on the OM616...

1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

We are advised to NOT judge ALL Muslims by the actions of a few lunatics, but we are encouraged to judge ALL gun owners by the actions of a few lunatics. Funny how that works
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My bad, fixed the sig. I will check out your post Army and thanks for the search links. This is definitely a job out of my comfort zone but it needs to be done and I'm broke, so - tally ho.
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Old 02-27-2012, 12:41 PM
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Don't forget the link I posted is for a W123 - it will be different from you are going to see... however, I think the principles are more or less the same on the W115.



From this picture found via EverythingBenz - Mercedes-Benz Forum and Web Search Using Google you can see that there's an extra bushing above the subframe on the W115 but the rest of it looks familiar.
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From this picture found via EverythingBenz - Mercedes-Benz Forum and Web Search Using Google you can see that there's an extra bushing above the subframe on the W115 but the rest of it looks familiar.
What a great link. Being a Mac user I can't run the EPC without the window deal. But know I can access all the parts info!!!!! Thanks Army!
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My bad, fixed the sig. I will check out your post Army and thanks for the search links. This is definitely a job out of my comfort zone but it needs to be done and I'm broke, so - tally ho.

All the more reason to DIY. I haven`t been under a W115, so not up to speed on them. but you can do this job.

I replaced the bushing under the rear of our 85 300D. dropped the whole thing out. painted everything, replaced the bushings, replaced the Diff with a lower milage one, and replaced the trailing Arms with lower milage ones.

slid it all back under and buttoned it up.

I just read up on what other guys had done, and seemed complicated, until I tore into it. the job takes a little time, but is pretty simple.

Then you will have the satisfaction of doing it your self.

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1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

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Old 02-27-2012, 03:21 PM
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What a great link. Being a Mac user I can't run the EPC without the window deal. But know I can access all the parts info!!!!! Thanks Army!
Unfortunately you'll quickly find that not all of the parts numbers are displayed as you scroll through the pages... but it is a start - at least you have a picture to take down to the dealer and say "hey I want number 6 please".
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Old 02-27-2012, 03:24 PM
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My bad, fixed the sig. ...
Sorry the penny has dropped - I was posting on your W115 rust + undercoat thread wasn't I?

You'll have to bear with me - I'm getting old and I forget where I've been!
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My bad, fixed the sig. I will check out your post Army and thanks for the search links. This is definitely a job out of my comfort zone but it needs to be done and I'm broke, so - tally ho.

If you post your location you might be able to find an experience member close by willing to help for a couple beers. A lot of jobs on these cars seem a little intimidating at first but once you get into them you find it's easier than you think.
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You'll have to bear with me - I'm getting old and I forget where I've been!
The other day I was late for an appointment, tearing up my place looking for my keys. Finally found them, in my hand with my wallet. It must be the diesel fumes.

@ Biodiesel300TD

We're practically neighbors. I'm in Eugene. I'll be fine on this one, just stressing a little.

It would be great if anyone could give me a list of tools that are required/nice to have for this job though. My tool collection is pretty basic, and I want to make sure I have everything on hand.

@ Army

Reading through your thread, very helpful. I will print it up, keep it at hand, and maybe note any differences in procedure I encounter for other 115 owners.

PS Got the Chilton's Mercedes 68-73 manual coming in the mail, looking forward to having a reference resourse that is hopefully decent enough to get me through the routine stuff. You guys are all awesome and I don't want to wear you out asking about the basics.
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@ Biodiesel300TD

We're practically neighbors. I'm in Eugene. I'll be fine on this one, just stressing a little.
Well dang. If you need a hand I could probably fit a trip in down your way.
I haven't done subframe bushings yet, but I've got all the parts to do mine but waiting for a warm day when I have the time.

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