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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 02-09-2008, 05:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 810
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Stock 500E rims and tires... are they worth anything?

I've got a set of OE 500E 16" 8-hole rims and tires. The rims are in good shape. One of the tires needs a patch in order to be driveable again, but there is decent tread on all of them. Any clues...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 02-09-2008, 05:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 846
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
18" Staggered AMG's... what are they worth?

I have a set of 18" AMG monoblock rims... the fronts are 18x8 ET31, and the rears are 18x9 ET35. Tires are Falken Ziex 512's, 225-40-18 in the front, and 255-35-18 in the rear. One of the front...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 03-09-2007, 10:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 648
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
ALPINE CHA-S634 and MBZ-ALP/Alpine KCA-130b on ebay!

MBZ-ALP cable and Alpine KCA-130b cable... Item number: 160092212183

ALPINE CHA-S634 6 DISC CAR MP3 CD CHANGER...Item number: 160092210551

No reserve on either... good luck bidding! :)
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 03-05-2005, 11:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,333
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Good news! After fiddling with it and then...

Good news! After fiddling with it and then talking to 2Phast he suggested disconnecting the battery, which got me thinking... although the instructions in the changer say to 'disconnect the changer...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 03-03-2005, 10:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,333
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
I just received my MBZ-ALP cable, KCA-130b cable,...

I just received my MBZ-ALP cable, KCA-130b cable, and Alpine cha-s634. They all plugged in together perfectly to each other and to my 1995 E420. I turned on the stereo..... the changer loaded the...
Forum: Pacific NorthWest -US (WA/ID/OR/UT/HI/AK) 12-03-2003, 11:42 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 37,070
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
I've had my E420 (..and three other cars)...

I've had my E420 (..and three other cars) serviced for the past three years by Gene's Auto Repair in Bellevue (425-453-5420), right behind Barrier. His prices and shop rates are always better than...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 12-09-2001, 08:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,579
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
After I got the car lowered with the new rims and...

After I got the car lowered with the new rims and tires I had to get an alignment. The car wasn't too off-center, but the steering wheel did need straightening out a tad. I don't know if it's more...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 12-09-2001, 12:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,579
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Okay, lemme try to answer all the questions in...

Okay, lemme try to answer all the questions in order...

>Bilstein Sport shocks? If so do these contribute to lowering the vehicle?

Yes, they're Bilstein Sport shocks. These are meant to be...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 12-09-2001, 01:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,579
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Hmmm... Craig, I dunno what to tell ya. I just...

Hmmm... Craig, I dunno what to tell ya. I just got back from a more extensive driving test of the new Bilstein Sports, and I think I'm in love. :) The car just doesn't squat or roll now, and...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 12-08-2001, 06:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,579
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Allright... just got back from the mechanics shop...

Allright... just got back from the mechanics shop with the Bilstein Sports. First overall impressions are very good... nice tight feel, with ZERO body roll or dive. It just corners, period. Ride...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 12-07-2001, 01:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,579
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Just curious, but what is the rim width of your...

Just curious, but what is the rim width of your AMG's? According to TireRack.com the ones they sell are 7.5" (same as my Bekkers), but I've also seen others with 8" and 9" widths. I'd suspect that...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 12-06-2001, 11:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,579
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
YArgh.... just got done writing a big reply to...

YArgh.... just got done writing a big reply to you, and then when I tried to hit the back button to edit my preview it gave me a PAGE EXPIRED error. AAAGH!!!!

I don't really feel like typing...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 12-06-2001, 12:38 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,579
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
I've also got a E420 with Eibach Sport Springs,...

I've also got a E420 with Eibach Sport Springs, and just received my Bilstein Sport Shocks today. They're getting installed this weekend, so I'll keep you posted on how different things are after. ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 06-27-2001, 12:17 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,465
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Ditto for the Doc! I followed your other thread...

Ditto for the Doc! I followed your other thread on this topic with interest, as I've also been looking at increasing airflow to my engine.

thanks,
Dr. Julio Fuentes, BS MD PhD...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 06-03-2001, 01:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,240
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
I'll be there! Had a few setbacks... (wrong...

I'll be there! Had a few setbacks... (wrong helmet and brake lines were shipped), but I should have all the components in and the car prepped for track day. You've got to let me ride with you in...
Forum: Tech Help 05-30-2001, 12:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,864
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
According to the February 1998 issue of European...

According to the February 1998 issue of European car, a total of 1,953 16V's were imported legally between 1986 and 1987. 1,202 in 1986, and 751 the following year.


Enjoy your rides,
-Doc
Forum: Tech Help 05-29-2001, 01:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,124
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
I've had good luck with Bekkers... I purchased my...

I've had good luck with Bekkers... I purchased my rims from them, and most recently my brake rotors, pads, and stainless steel lines. My only complaint was that they threw the lines in the same box...
Forum: Tech Help 05-29-2001, 12:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,284
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Check out this link to one of my favorite...

Check out this link to one of my favorite websites, it includes great descriptions on all the best rides:

http://www.mcpmotorsport.co.uk/mercedes_190_evolution_1.htm

This guy sells all the...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 05-26-2001, 01:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,150
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Welcome to MercedesShop! You'll soon come to...

Welcome to MercedesShop! You'll soon come to understand the addiction we all have to this site- for the great information, resources, and of course, all the great people here. To answer your...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 05-02-2001, 02:39 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,763
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
That E500 was just listed on Traderonline last...

That E500 was just listed on Traderonline last week for $31,500... I just about flipped when I saw it, cause it's my favorite color combo on the best year of that model (reduced diameter steering...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 04-27-2001, 12:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,240
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Autocrossing isn't nearly as hard on a car as...

Autocrossing isn't nearly as hard on a car as track running... in fact there are numerous classes just for stock vehicles. At most you're doing 3-4 laps during a session, and each lap is usually...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 04-26-2001, 02:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,240
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
I should be there... just gotta remember to...

I should be there... just gotta remember to schedule that day off of work, eh? : ) I just ordered my brake upgrades yesterday too... stainless steel lines, slotted rotors, and mintex pads! Can't...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 04-08-2001, 03:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 898
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
I just read throught the June 1999 issue of...

I just read throught the June 1999 issue of European Car, and the owner of the featured 500E had replaced the stock wheels/tires with 245-45-17 on 8.5 x 17" rims. I've even seen people go with...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 04-06-2001, 01:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 898
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
I've got all my back issues at work, so I'll try...

I've got all my back issues at work, so I'll try and remember tomorrow to check it. (If I remember correctly it was from around 3 years ago...) I've got all the EC issues from the past 5 years, 8...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 04-06-2001, 01:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 898
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
I've got the issue of European Car with the...

I've got the issue of European Car with the "Super Buys 500E" story, and that's the exact wheel/tire combo that the owner has on his. Absolutely Beautiful. : )

...now if only I could get that...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 04-06-2001, 01:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,020
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Hmmm... I just noticed this "phenomenon" recently...

Hmmm... I just noticed this "phenomenon" recently on my 1995 E420. At least I hope that's all it is... Lately I've seen a small puddle behind the front right wheel after I drive. Is this what...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-24-2001, 04:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,112
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
I sent them an email requesting information about...

I sent them an email requesting information about what kits were available for the 94-95 E420's. With any luck, I'll hear back from them!


Vroom!
-Doc
Forum: Featured Cars 03-22-2001, 12:49 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,494
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Very, very close to getting a 1995 Lexus SC400. ...

Very, very close to getting a 1995 Lexus SC400. Having dealt with the kind folks at Lexus for over five years, I was very pleased with the experiences that I'd had there. Then a great deal came up...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-12-2001, 01:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,081
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
I had asked that very same question a while back,...

I had asked that very same question a while back, so I'll just paste the thread link here:

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?threadid=14080

Our friend Ryan put a Remus on his...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-08-2001, 03:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 872
Posted By Dr. Julio Fuentes
Just found out from a coworker that there's...

Just found out from a coworker that there's autocrossing this sunday! Anyone can run any vehicle. to run, bring a helmet if you have one, to watch, bring sunglasses & sunblock (wishful thinking,...
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