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Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 01-14-2025, 10:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 563
Posted By meltedpanda
very difficult to deal with . If you are just...

very difficult to deal with . If you are just wanting to mover her around disconnect the steering coupler and turn the wheels by hand (force) not fun but works
OR
Drill out the pin - not easy...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 01-01-2025, 12:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 614
Posted By meltedpanda
I have not , but you are smart to be looking for...

I have not , but you are smart to be looking for OE or OEM, some after markets are so bad <I had a set fail after 50 miles, not sure if it was a defect or just trash to start.

The brand you are...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 12-29-2024, 03:42 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 5,351
Posted By meltedpanda
yes you need some oil around there to prevent...

yes you need some oil around there to prevent drag and unwarranted movement , what was mentioned should work
If I recall the procedure correctly, My first thought on indicator change is you...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 11-30-2024, 09:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,298
Posted By meltedpanda
I can tell you that many aftermarket motor...

I can tell you that many aftermarket motor mounts are bad , I have had several brands fail . I always use OE but Lemforder I would trust
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-24-2024, 09:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,137
Posted By meltedpanda
many many years - 20 + at least , gotta be...

many many years - 20 + at least , gotta be another issue
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-08-2024, 02:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,158
Posted By meltedpanda
I have always started them with one area tilted...

I have always started them with one area tilted and pressed hard against the rim then a direct rim wack opposite the tilt point. Clean the rim and even could use a little spray silicone. Set them...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-28-2024, 10:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,015
Posted By meltedpanda
sounds good, nice work!

sounds good, nice work!
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-26-2024, 07:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,015
Posted By meltedpanda
vacuum leaks can be pesky , and why I said you...

vacuum leaks can be pesky , and why I said you almost have to check each connection . Systematically eliminate some lines - you will figure it out !
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-24-2024, 08:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,015
Posted By meltedpanda
I suspect a door valve or vacuum tank issue . ...

I suspect a door valve or vacuum tank issue . This may help,

vacuum gauge has to be used at each point to see if valve is faulty or other component
Could be as simple as a disconnected line
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 07-27-2024, 08:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 989
Posted By meltedpanda
just depends on how far down the rabbit hole you...

just depends on how far down the rabbit hole you want to go :) but Id look first at the trigger points as the issue

and read this
my journey here...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-13-2024, 08:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,833
Posted By meltedpanda
I go by "ear" on these ol gals. As suforry...

I go by "ear" on these ol gals. As suforry stated, listen for that sweet spot , drive it and then adjust based on symptoms if any.. good luck
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-27-2024, 08:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,155
Posted By meltedpanda
most of the larger after market actuators will...

most of the larger after market actuators will work, the key is fitting them in the location they need to go . Secondly they need to have the "pull" power because the boot actuator , if I recall ,...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-20-2024, 08:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,833
Posted By meltedpanda
is timing correct , dwell ? Vacuum advance...

is timing correct , dwell ?

Vacuum advance working correctly?

if these are good then I would look at the carbs, the 35/40 are tricky to sync, about a 7-8 step process if I recall ( I have it...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-15-2024, 08:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 852
Posted By meltedpanda
If I am following correctly , the motors work . ...

If I am following correctly , the motors work . It sounds to me that you have a short somewhere in the wiring , or a ground is missing.
I would try
Running a 12 v power and a ground from fuse...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-06-2024, 08:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,074
Posted By meltedpanda
probably no need for many more miles, your first...

probably no need for many more miles, your first one went 144k but if you are concerned evaluate chain stretch ,easy to do , many videos on line
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-15-2024, 05:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,858
Posted By meltedpanda
Mine shorted out because I routed the wire wrong...

Mine shorted out because I routed the wire wrong during a distributor upgrade...


and .. I understand, I love Lucas products since I have been attending NHRA drags in indy , the cars are beasts...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-15-2024, 05:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,858
Posted By meltedpanda
as always , good advice Graham, good to see you...

as always , good advice Graham, good to see you are still active! Funny thing, was cleaning out the shop today and ran across that old steering box - thought of you:)

back to the thread , had a...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-08-2024, 10:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,858
Posted By meltedpanda
yes check your resistor bars , on my Djet I...

yes check your resistor bars , on my Djet I replaced the old ignition with an electronic version, ended the gap/condenser issues . You may want to consider that . One issue with upgrade is that set...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 01-09-2024, 09:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,501
Posted By meltedpanda
That’s a little steep but sounds like a car worth...

That’s a little steep but sounds like a car worth bargaining for. Sounds like the major items have been done, but sitting is not good for any car. As mentioned need to see hear and feel how it...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 01-03-2024, 03:25 PM
Replies: 617
Views: 104,885
Posted By meltedpanda
so cool to see this post I started has almost...

so cool to see this post I started has almost 91,000 views. So glad to see and hope it has helped many on their journey
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 12-18-2023, 01:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,274
Posted By meltedpanda
they all had that trim

they all had that trim
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 12-01-2023, 07:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,438
Posted By meltedpanda
unfortunately it sounds as though that is the...

unfortunately it sounds as though that is the problem
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 12-01-2023, 04:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,438
Posted By meltedpanda
lets hope its not the fan , I have been told the...

lets hope its not the fan , I have been told the car is built around them lol. On my 72 220 I had an issue with the fan and it took me forever to get mine working, but it was "stuck" I managed to...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 12-01-2023, 11:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,438
Posted By meltedpanda
have you checked the 12 v feed to the heater fan?

have you checked the 12 v feed to the heater fan?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 10-04-2023, 07:45 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 20,341
Posted By meltedpanda
is that the internals, I have never seen a CSV...

is that the internals, I have never seen a CSV look like that

This is what they normally look like ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-25-2023, 08:20 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 20,341
Posted By meltedpanda
hmm , my 72 did not have a screen , can you post...

hmm , my 72 did not have a screen , can you post a picture of what you are looking for ?
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-23-2023, 08:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,191
Posted By meltedpanda
I would not bet on it ...what years ?

I would not bet on it ...what years ?
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-15-2023, 10:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,474
Posted By meltedpanda
Great. I love happy endings!

Great. I love happy endings!
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-15-2023, 09:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,474
Posted By meltedpanda
You sure are giving it your best shot - Im not...

You sure are giving it your best shot - Im not sure the grommets are meant to be reused, so could be your issue. Tightened evenly. with proper torque? The system should be able to handle 15 PSI...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-04-2023, 08:35 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,474
Posted By meltedpanda
Agree. You should see no bubbles in the brake...

Agree. You should see no bubbles in the brake fluid reservoir and should be clear of bubbles when exiting ports . It can take time. But it will work out
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