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'97 Top Control Box
Bad news from the MB dealer service guy today..
Says that my top control unit is bad and that there is a Hydraulic problem. Bottom line: $4700 plus labor. I did a search on here to find a used or rebuilt box but no luck. Can someone recommend a source for good used / rebuilt or anything less than $4700. I appreciate any help/advice. Thanks, Mike
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I would start calling salvage yards that specialize in European cars. I would bet that you will find one for under $1000, but it might take up to a month to find it. There should be some good yards in your area, in my area I always call Aurora Salvage in Seattle. I found a top pump for my '91 on ebay for $350. It can take a few months for the right part to come up on ebay, if you can wait that long ebay is a good option too. Good luck brother, and don't get discouraged by the dealers estimate.
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Soft top control module
Well now that I found one for $900 I wonder if it is a job I can tackle myself...Does anyone know a good reference guide for installation of ecu modules / electronics? Thanks... Mike
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The one you found is for a '96 or later, right? Earlier modules won't work.
You don't need a reference guide to install the module. The procedure is simple and intuitive. The module is located under the false bottom of the storage area behind the passenger seat. |
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Part number 129-820-3926
Thanks BobTerry... yes the one I found is part number 129-820-3926 for 1995 - 2000 SL's. I will tackle it as soon as I get the part but will most likely have some more questions.
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Re: Part number 129-820-3926
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Hey Boudreaux,
The car has 61,000 miles but since just got it last Monday I'm not sure why all the top and roll bar stuff is such a mess.. Guess it's why I got such a good deal on the car. I noticed last night that there is hydraulic fluid in the trunk (under the spare) but cannot find where on the pump it is leaking from. I guess "back to the dealer!".. $$$$
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Other than that, don't feel so bad about your car. I've already spent $6000 on "Dieter" and I'm still not finished. Remember that MB's aren't bought for their great gas mileage (ha) nor for their cheap repairs (HA HA HA HA).
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'94 SL500 Tourmaline Green, 120K miles as of February 27, 2005. http://home.earthlink.net/~boudreaux...ictures/17.jpg Updated photo September 2004 |
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