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Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-05-2006, 07:28 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,569
Posted By Boudreaux
Tourmaline Green

This color combo looks best with the chrome wheels :D ;)
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-26-2006, 01:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,602
Posted By Boudreaux
Bump for a '94 SL500 window regulator DIY

Bump for a '94 SL500 window regulator DIY
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-19-2005, 06:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,392
Posted By Boudreaux
Blowing away tailgaters.

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I know what you're talking about. Cruising along at 75 mph and someone's on your a**. Punch it and it looks like they're driving backwards !!!:)
Forum: Tech Help 05-27-2005, 10:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,384
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking Hope this helps.

For starters, you should check FastLane (hosts of this website) for a comparison of parts costs for your car (link below):
...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-24-2005, 10:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,501
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking I found the website a long time ago. I was...

I found the website a long time ago. I was amazed at the volume of arrogance that some of the owners have after wrecking their cars. If they can afford it, I could care less if they waste their...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-23-2005, 11:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,501
Posted By Boudreaux
Smile Time to Cry for this McLaren SLR

Some people have all the money in the world and still have no class. A $500K car totaled.

http://www.wreckedexotics.com/newphotos/exotics/14slr_20050503_001.shtml :eek:
Forum: Tech Help 05-20-2005, 09:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,315
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking Correct car operating water temp...

Your car was not running cool because MB displays the temperatures in CELSIUS. When converted, 85 Celsius is actually 185 Farenheit, which is a not super-hot but if left unchecked with a broken...
Forum: Tech Help 05-19-2005, 10:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,566
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking A quick word to end it all...

I love my car and will keep it running at almost any cost or until it falls apart, stolen, wrecked, burned, or blows up. Yeah they're expensive to maintain but I didn't buy it to save money on...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 05-17-2005, 03:42 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 11,261
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking It's all Wal-Mart's fault..

To think that buying American made products is the patriotic thing to do is immature. It is a global economy and the US corporations plan to make the most of it; regardless of who they have to step...
Forum: Tech Help 05-17-2005, 03:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,566
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking Newer cars are disposable...

I believe a big problem is that car manufacturers offer such appealing lease terms that at the end of 4 years, the car has been whooped, scheduled maintenance hasn't been done, most mechnical repairs...
Forum: Tech Help 05-17-2005, 03:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,566
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking Decline of the American work ethic...

After viewing last night a Japanese website dedicated to SL500 (R129) enthusiasts, I realize that my car is more than just a car. It is a social statement (I'm a thousand-aire), a durable,...
Forum: Tech Help 05-17-2005, 12:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,566
Posted By Boudreaux
People's Court...

Pay a visit to Judge Judy if you can't get it resolved. I think shoddy workmanship is usually a sign that the owner isn't present or the people they hire are inexperienced.

Yeah, like I'm going...
Forum: Tech Help 05-17-2005, 11:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,045
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking Thanks again, guys.

I will order them from Phil and change them out with my next paycheck. They began dripping a few months ago but not a heavy flow as some forum posters have experienced.

What would we do without...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-17-2005, 04:38 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,324
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking R230 Gullwing...

I found a pic of this SL 500 and thought it was amazing. The Japanese really LOVE Benz's; especially SL's with V8's or bigger.

http://homepage2.nifty.com/STM-SL500/
Forum: Tech Help 05-17-2005, 04:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,093
Posted By Boudreaux
If your math is a little fuzzy...

Here is a link that will convert the km/h to mph.

http://www.webmath.com/k8metric.html

Truly amazing with some of the high mileage cars!
Forum: Tech Help 05-17-2005, 03:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,045
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking Contact Phil at FastLane...

They have the parts you need and they sponsor THIS website as well. I'm most positive they can help you out.

In regards to the replacing of the actuators, do you just remove the little black...
Forum: Tech Help 05-17-2005, 03:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,010
Posted By Boudreaux
Red face Thanks.

I will probably send them out to Cruz for testing.
Forum: Tech Help 05-16-2005, 01:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,010
Posted By Boudreaux
Smile Thanks for the info.

:) Thanks for the information regarding the fuel injector vendor. But is it worth it to have it refurbished or install new ones? It seems that a 11 year old car with 120k miles and injectors as old...
Forum: Tech Help 05-15-2005, 01:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,010
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking * Replacing fuel injectors on M119 engine.

What are the signs that the fuel injectors need to be replaced on the M119 engine??? It seems that with all of the heat generated that the rubber O-rings around the injectors would become britte,...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-15-2005, 01:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,260
Posted By Boudreaux
Mercedes-Benz forever!!

It amazes me how the SL's are overbuilt with safety protection. In looking at the video, the hardtop is crumpled and still attached but the A-pillars are still standing tall and proud!! I'm sure...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-12-2005, 02:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,989
Posted By Boudreaux
Do a search in the forum.

Do a search in the forum. :confused:
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-30-2005, 02:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,182
Posted By Boudreaux
Looks like a goof...

If you look at the bidders feedback, it's obvious that they are playing a game with the seller (the bidders are "zeroes" or have low feedback #'s). They are non-paying bidders and are the scourge of...
Forum: Tech Help 04-25-2005, 07:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,030
Posted By Boudreaux
Unhappy Newbies flooding boards with ???

Unfortunately a lot of "newbies" to the forum are asking questions without using the search function and everything gets pushed to the next page. I posted a valid question in the "Tech" forum and by...
Forum: Tech Help 04-22-2005, 09:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,327
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking Great SL purchase.

For starters, if you don't already have the operators manual, get one. It is a wealth of information; it shows you step by step how to manually remove the hard top and soft top instructions.

Most...
Forum: Tech Help 04-22-2005, 08:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,030
Posted By Boudreaux
Check out their return policy.

I would try to find out all of the details of the fitting of it and the return policies. I thought you had won the lottery since we hadn't heard from you a while on the boards.
Forum: Tech Help 04-18-2005, 02:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 980
Posted By Boudreaux
Question ** Advice for NEWBIES !! ******

Not to hijack the forums but I would like new members to see this clip in forum etiquette. The "Tech Help" forum is already flooded with questions that have probably been answered and this...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-13-2005, 03:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,866
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking It's got pictures and everything!!

Click on this link for detailed info about removing the doorpanel of a R129.

http://www.astro-nut.com/mb-door.html
Forum: Tech Help 04-13-2005, 01:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,943
Posted By Boudreaux
Talking Trust your instincts... look, listen and ask questions

That quote from that mechanic is scary enough to think about what they would've done to your car. My sister had a Renault Alliance and had a well-known chain of "oil-changing" shops do an oil...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-11-2005, 03:48 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,136
Posted By Boudreaux
Post Fair miles per gallon.

Average computed mpg for my car is about 20-21 between fill-ups. Better mileage than a Hummer or a Suburban!!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-09-2005, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,259
Posted By Boudreaux
Cool Who has driven their SL like this ??

For the speed demon in you, click on this link.

http://www.ejbdotcom.net/content/294.html

YIKES!!!
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