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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 07-10-2006, 10:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,101
Posted By rah0ul
the NS2's are pretty good, i had them a while...

the NS2's are pretty good, i had them a while ago. Long treadlife and good grip, even in the wet.

I beleive theyre a copy of the Yokohama AVS somethingsomething.
Forum: Detailing and Interior 07-10-2006, 10:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,578
Posted By rah0ul
i've had great success with Auto Glym Extra Gloss...

i've had great success with Auto Glym Extra Gloss Protection. I applied it after a coat of Zymol wax and the shine is still as vibrant as it was 6 months ago.

Really amazing product. Dries really...
Forum: Tech Help 04-27-2006, 10:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 966
Posted By rah0ul
hrrrm well one of his horns doesnt work, and his...

hrrrm well one of his horns doesnt work, and his has the 2-tone horn so maybe it is that.

That could be why pressing it has no discernable effect.
Forum: Tech Help 04-27-2006, 09:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 966
Posted By rah0ul
560SEL Mystery Switch

This is on behalf of my mate, a 89 560sel owner. He doesnt have the owners manual and we cant figure out what this switch does??! :rolleyes:

http://www.rahoul.com.au/random/560console.jpg
Forum: Detailing and Interior 01-12-2006, 04:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,380
Posted By rah0ul
Try Auto Glym's paint renovator, i've used it on...

Try Auto Glym's paint renovator, i've used it on a friends car with great success. His roof was faded even worse than that.

We got it lookign brand new again.
Forum: Detailing and Interior 01-12-2006, 03:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,471
Posted By rah0ul
My car lives outside in the horrible Melbourne...

My car lives outside in the horrible Melbourne rain and my wax seems to last a long time.

I use Megauirs Paint Cleaner Wax followed by Auto Glym's Extra Gloss Protection. Teh auto glym product is...
Forum: Tech Help 11-29-2005, 02:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 829
Posted By rah0ul
lug nuts are tight. im getting a 28 point...

lug nuts are tight.

im getting a 28 point suspension check up on the weekend, hopefully they'll find the culprit
Forum: Tech Help 11-29-2005, 02:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 829
Posted By rah0ul
Bumpy Ride at low speeds - W201

I've noticed recently that when im out on the freeway driving at 100kph (62mph) and then slow down to about 40-50 kph (30mph) the car starts "bumping" about as though there is a massive buckle in the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 11-17-2005, 09:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,302
Posted By rah0ul
those look perfect now. good to know you can get...

those look perfect now. good to know you can get them looking new again.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 11-17-2005, 09:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 975
Posted By rah0ul
i think that would throw of your steering a bit. ...

i think that would throw of your steering a bit.

Its a better bet to run matched tyres per axle.
Forum: Tech Help 11-17-2005, 05:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 847
Posted By rah0ul
the center vent will always blow cold air no...

the center vent will always blow cold air no matter what. If you want heat you gotta close em. If the little knob is gone try find a new one at a wreckers or get the part from the dealership
Forum: Tech Help 11-14-2005, 05:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,183
Posted By rah0ul
1 - Reverse is about to go. Mine started takin a...

1 - Reverse is about to go. Mine started takin a few seconds to engage, eventually it got to about 5 seconds and i knew it was going to give out one day. Its caused by worn reverse friction plates. I...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 09-14-2005, 05:06 AM
Replies: 430
Views: 228,516
Posted By rah0ul
i have a 1992 1.8l 180E (W201). Removing the...

i have a 1992 1.8l 180E (W201). Removing the resistor made no noticeable difference on my car, besides less MPG.

But then i guess our fuel is 98 octane here.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 05-31-2005, 11:46 PM
Replies: 430
Views: 228,516
Posted By rah0ul
i took mine out last week. I thought it was safe...

i took mine out last week. I thought it was safe since i only use 98 octane PULP anyway.

Mileage was pretty much the same. Slightly better throttle response and general running, but 50% of this is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 03-23-2005, 03:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,444
Posted By rah0ul
thats what i thought. cheers

thats what i thought.

cheers
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 03-22-2005, 04:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,444
Posted By rah0ul
16 x 7.5" 46ET fit a W201 ?

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6782&item=7963032816&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

Size: 16x7.5 at 46 offset stud pattern 5-112.

Would these fit a 1991 W201 190E ? :confused: ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 02-22-2005, 04:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,713
Posted By rah0ul
Nardi make some good steering wheels. ...

Nardi make some good steering wheels.

http://sportscar-parts.com/graphics/00000001/NardiChallengeSW.jpg

it wouldnt be OEM, but maybe if you could replace the emblem, it'd work nicely.

...
Forum: Tech Help 02-09-2005, 03:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,486
Posted By rah0ul
ouch. well i might aswell get him to order them,...

ouch. well i might aswell get him to order them, i only really needed the left one but no harm replacing both. Good idea with the valve guides and seals tho, i'll definately get him to check that.
...
Forum: Tech Help 02-08-2005, 08:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,486
Posted By rah0ul
W201 engine mounts

My 1992 180e's engine is in a million pieces at the moment while the head and block are machined after a gasket ka-blammo, and i was thinking this was as good a time as any for the engine mounts to...
Forum: Tech Help 02-06-2005, 11:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 857
Posted By rah0ul
i see. thats reassuring, i didnt want to spend...

i see. thats reassuring, i didnt want to spend money needlessly.

if i find a bargain i might just get a new sports muffler, just for the note. Otherwise its probably not worth it
Forum: Tech Help 02-06-2005, 04:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 857
Posted By rah0ul
Exhaust systems (W201)

Does anyone with a 190e have a full high flow exhaust system in their car? I was looking at doing this but am sceptical at the power gains i'll get. I mean this car only makes about 89kw and im...
Forum: Tech Help 02-03-2005, 02:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 664
Posted By rah0ul
Helpless feeling

My car (1992 180e) was having a coolant leak problem. My mechanic re-furbed and pressure tested the radiator. Then 3 days later i noticed a huge puddle of coolant on the garage floor. Mr Mechanic...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 01-31-2005, 02:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,028
Posted By rah0ul
wow that looks better than i expected. I think...

wow that looks better than i expected. I think i'll definately order that! My interior is a little different tho, the center console is a bit different. I think the later model W201's were a bit...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 01-30-2005, 06:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,028
Posted By rah0ul
W201 wood dash kit

I have a 1992 180e and was looking at tarting up the rather staid stock interior. Has anyone installed one of those aftermarket Wood Panel kits in their 190e/180e? Im interested to see how they look...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 01-25-2005, 06:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,778
Posted By rah0ul
cheers thanks mate.

cheers thanks mate.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 01-24-2005, 06:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,778
Posted By rah0ul
W201 Max wheel size/width?

I have a 1991 180e (same as the later model '92 spec 1.8l 190e) and it has the stock wheels and hubcaps, which i beleive are 16". Im wondering that the max size and width of wheels this car will take...
Forum: Tech Help 01-10-2005, 11:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 753
Posted By rah0ul
W201 Full throttle Valve/Relay

My car (1991 180e) was having trouble getting goin in 1st when i'd kickdown from idle. Apparently it was dumping too much fuel and flooding and thus the car kinda choked and didnt rev. This has been...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2005, 04:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 610
Posted By rah0ul
180e Questions

I have a 1991 (late model so 1992 basically) 180e, the cheap-ass version of the 190e. Its essentially the same as the 1.8l 190e just with fewer options, it drives well and was free so im not...
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