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Forum: Tech Help 09-15-2022, 02:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By EricSilver
UPDATE: The source of the vibration was not...

UPDATE:

The source of the vibration was not the engine; not the engine mounts; not the transmission mount; and not even to a great extent -- although some -- due to the broken exhaust hangars.
...
Forum: Tech Help 09-15-2022, 01:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,003
Posted By EricSilver
Got this all welded today. The Welder did...

Got this all welded today.

The Welder did a nice, streamlined job welding just what appeared to be the vertical rod portion of the clamp in the picture to the exhaust, and hanging them.
...
Forum: Tech Help 09-15-2022, 01:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,619
Posted By EricSilver
This is all done. Here is how I did it, on...

This is all done.

Here is how I did it, on the car, should anyone else need to do it at some point.

Parts, tools and and Sources listed at end.

YouTube videos don't embed/preview here,...
Forum: Tech Help 08-29-2022, 11:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,809
Posted By EricSilver
Yep, definitely did my homework on this one. ...

Yep, definitely did my homework on this one.

On my 4Matic it is different -- one-piece bearing with no magnetic ring; that part in on the axle shaft/outer CV joint.

I have a proper press...
Forum: Tech Help 08-29-2022, 09:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,809
Posted By EricSilver
The Sport/Avant Garde version is sexiness on...

The Sport/Avant Garde version is sexiness on wheels. I have one and I agree, it does elicit compliments.

Silver is, in my opinion, the best color for this version and if I could do it again,...
Forum: Tech Help 08-29-2022, 01:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,619
Posted By EricSilver
Thanks very much.

Thanks very much.
Forum: Tech Help 08-22-2022, 11:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,619
Posted By EricSilver
Question Which is Simplest Way to Separate Axle from Hub? (W211 E350 4Matic)

I am replacing my front hub and wheel bearing (without removing spindle from car) and just need enough clearance to move the axle out and away from the hub.

Is it simpler/better to do so by:
...
Forum: Tech Help 08-18-2022, 10:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,003
Posted By EricSilver
Seems I never got notified of your response. ...

Seems I never got notified of your response.

Yes, what you are saying makes sense.

I have not yet tackled this, however, it would appear the actual source of the vibration is these broken...
Forum: Tech Help 04-05-2022, 01:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,003
Posted By EricSilver
Is there a DIY Replacement for this Exhaust Crossmember?

The long yellow arrow at the top of the pic points to a crossmember welded between the exhaust pipes just ahead of the mufflers. It appears to be an adjustable movement damper.

Mine rusted...
Forum: Tech Help 12-02-2021, 02:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 664
Posted By EricSilver
That thought gives me nightmares. Even with the...

That thought gives me nightmares. Even with the alternator in its way to prevent it from falling out entirely, it could conceivably unscrew enough to cause serious damage -- assuming the massive oil...
Forum: Tech Help 12-02-2021, 02:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 664
Posted By EricSilver
Can't say with any certainty. The car was...

Can't say with any certainty.

The car was low mileage when I bought it (owner drove less than 5K miles/year) and the tensioner I removed appeared original, with the 17mm head vs the 19mm for...
Forum: Tech Help 12-02-2021, 09:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 664
Posted By EricSilver
Is it Common For Chain Tensioners to Unscrew Themselves?

Car: 2008 E350 with later M272 Engine.

For the past three weeks I noticed an increasingly severe oil leak in the front-right corner of the engine. Upon closer inspection, and after a costly...
Forum: Tech Help 11-16-2021, 03:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By EricSilver
UPDATE Existing transmission mount (15...

UPDATE

Existing transmission mount (15 months old) is still good, per my tech and Engine mounts are 5 months old, so these have been ruled out as causes.

Today, after replacing my worn-out...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 08-07-2021, 12:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,685
Posted By EricSilver
This happened to me once when I used a too-long...

This happened to me once when I used a too-long bar to torque my lug bolts and went too far.

You won't be able to get the wheel off but the solution is simple and quick:

1.) Get an...
Forum: Tech Help 08-06-2021, 01:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By EricSilver
I went ahead and ordered a new trans mount...

I went ahead and ordered a new trans mount (genuine MB part).

I can think of no other explanation for the remaining strong vibrations, and their intermittent nature, when the engine/drivetrain...
Forum: Tech Help 08-05-2021, 12:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By EricSilver
Transmission mount keeps entering my mind, except...

Transmission mount keeps entering my mind, except it is only 11 months old and an MB part. I have a hard time imagining it could have failed, however, the engine mounts did and they were only a...
Forum: Tech Help 08-04-2021, 08:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By EricSilver
The E500 was actually my first choice. I would...

The E500 was actually my first choice. I would see one at my local supermarket regularly and loved the way it looked. But I could not find one during the time I was searching.

The happiest...
Forum: Tech Help 08-03-2021, 10:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By EricSilver
Lemforder

Lemforder
Forum: Tech Help 08-02-2021, 07:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By EricSilver
No, I believe you. I thought it was into...

No, I believe you.

I thought it was into the 2007 year -- which I learned here before I bought the car, and upon which my purchase decision was largely based. Regardless, my engine is in the...
Forum: Tech Help 08-02-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By EricSilver
Mine is an '08 so the balancer issue was resolved...

Mine is an '08 so the balancer issue was resolved at that point.
Forum: Tech Help 08-02-2021, 02:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By EricSilver
E350 M272 Engine Vibration

Car: 2008 E350 4Matic Sport

When stopped in gear I can frequently feel vibrations. When I place my hand on the engine cover I can definitely feel it.

Observed Symptoms in past 6 to 12 months...
Forum: Tech Help 08-02-2021, 01:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 548
Posted By EricSilver
Engine Vibration -- M272 / E350

DELETING DUE TO DUPLICATE POST
Forum: Tech Help 08-02-2021, 01:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 563
Posted By EricSilver
2008 E350 / M272 Engine Vibration

DELETING DUE TO DUPLIUCATE POST
Forum: Tech Help 08-02-2021, 01:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,103
Posted By EricSilver
Having just completed this job for a second time...

Having just completed this job for a second time in a year, I need to make two amendments:

1. You do need to drop the entire front belly panel -- so you can position the jack under the oil pan...
Forum: Tech Help 07-29-2021, 08:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,103
Posted By EricSilver
No. Here is my write-up on the job, which should...

No. Here is my write-up on the job, which should take less than an hour:

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/tech-help/407012-easy-1-hour-less-engine-mount-replacement-w211-4matic.html
Forum: Tech Help 07-28-2021, 08:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,103
Posted By EricSilver
Yup. :)

Yup. :)
Forum: Tech Help 07-28-2021, 08:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,103
Posted By EricSilver
I got them from that place in Connecticut that...

I got them from that place in Connecticut that offers lifetime replacement, so no worries there; plus it is an easy job. Just seems weird that they could collapse so fast, but then I have been...
Forum: Tech Help 07-28-2021, 07:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,103
Posted By EricSilver
Lemforder Engine Mounts Fail after one Year??

Car: 2008 E350 4Matic

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Exactly one year ago I installed new Lemforder engine mounts and it appears they have already failed.

I should add that I have driven about 30K miles...
Forum: Tech Help 01-28-2021, 09:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 833
Posted By EricSilver
Its 10 years old but specific to that car. ...

Its 10 years old but specific to that car.

You can find Mobil1 at Walmart.
Forum: Tech Help 01-28-2021, 09:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,472
Posted By EricSilver
For my car (2008 E350 4Matic Sport/Avant Garde)...

For my car (2008 E350 4Matic Sport/Avant Garde) driven 25K miles/year:

* Idler Pulleys (there are two).
Replace them the moment you hear a squeak, along with the tensioner, to be safe. ...
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