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Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 06-21-2007, 10:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,548
Posted By page62
There is nothing special about this radiator....

There is nothing special about this radiator. Install it as you would any other.

Welcome to the wonderful world of the Mercedes "SL Tax"! :D
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 06-20-2007, 10:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,777
Posted By page62
Wallster is correct. A cracked subframe can often...

Wallster is correct. A cracked subframe can often be welded and gusseted. You just have to find someone who knows what they're doing...

And no, you're not going to get any satisfaction from...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 06-03-2007, 07:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,014
Posted By page62
It will do nasty things to the air we breathe,...

It will do nasty things to the air we breathe, but saying bye-bye to the cat may help performance a bit...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 06-03-2007, 05:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 935
Posted By page62
"Nonsense" wasn't the word I was thinking...

"Nonsense" wasn't the word I was thinking of...more like bull excrement... :singer:
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-29-2007, 06:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,014
Posted By page62
The cat is easy to remove, and a pipe put in its...

The cat is easy to remove, and a pipe put in its place...if your state does not require emissions testing, or vehicle inspections that include checking to make sure the cat is still there. If you...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-29-2007, 06:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,784
Posted By page62
Have the '99 checked by an independent MB...

Have the '99 checked by an independent MB mechanic. If the issues reported are minor, then the price seems OK. The R129's are good, solid cars. Built like tanks in the classic Mercedes tradition....
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-29-2007, 06:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,381
Posted By page62
Important reading for any potential SL buyer: ...

Important reading for any potential SL buyer:
http://fly.hiwaay.net/~gbf/107/rt.html

Ignore the $$$ values, the article is 13 years old!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-29-2007, 06:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,614
Posted By page62
Having a service history is SO important!...

Having a service history is SO important! Personally, I'm more willing to pay a few more $$$ for a car that has one than a car that comes with no information...

You're on the right track!
Forum: Tech Help 05-29-2007, 06:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,105
Posted By page62
PSE module failure is VERY common in these cars....

PSE module failure is VERY common in these cars. And there's no cheaper alternative than the dealer.

It's a GOOD thing that SLK's have turned out to be pretty reliable...aside from the PSE...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-24-2007, 06:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,471
Posted By page62
Long question, short answer: ...

Long question, short answer:

http://www.mikbox.com/
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-22-2007, 06:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,335
Posted By page62
Sometimes, my AC will take a minute or so to...

Sometimes, my AC will take a minute or so to start blowing...especially after the car has been sitting a while. But on warm starts, the AC is there instantly.

I don't ask "why"...I just thank my...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-22-2007, 01:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,361
Posted By page62
It sounds like you're looking for something more...

It sounds like you're looking for something more modern. Which I can understand. After all, I have an '01 SLK320 for when I'm in the mood for some modern power and handling (not to mention a...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-14-2007, 08:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,723
Posted By page62
Y'know...you're popping up on more than one...

Y'know...you're popping up on more than one forum. But you won't tell us where you live or how you intend to use the car. Daily driver or weekend toy?

If, for example, you intend to import this...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-01-2007, 07:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,362
Posted By page62
Funny...I feel like I've seen that car somewhere...

Funny...I feel like I've seen that car somewhere else... ;)
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-01-2007, 09:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,000
Posted By page62
The hard top NEVER goes on my car. Never. And the...

The hard top NEVER goes on my car. Never. And the only time the ragtop goes up is if it's raining. It's a convertible, after all.

Okay, the hardtop was on the car ONCE in the last 10 years...when...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-31-2007, 07:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 803
Posted By page62
Don't worry about that pipe. Or the air pump....

Don't worry about that pipe. Or the air pump. Waste your money on something else...it's all smog junk. The AIR system injected the air into a port on the timing chain tensioner. But it has NOTHING to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-29-2007, 08:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,149
Posted By page62
Lemme try here... 1. Mobil1 15w50 would be...

Lemme try here...

1. Mobil1 15w50 would be OK. But I wouldn't go to a thinner oil. It may just be me, but when an engine gets used to a thicker oil, it's never good to start using thinner stuff (I...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-29-2007, 06:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,075
Posted By page62
I think a more accurate term would be Yamacedes....

I think a more accurate term would be Yamacedes. The SHO motor was made by Yamaha. And I, for one, think it's pretty cool.

The only thing that would concern me about the SHO engine is lack of...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-29-2007, 09:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,640
Posted By page62
The later 380SL and 560SL (and respective euro...

The later 380SL and 560SL (and respective euro models) had the aluminum hood. The earlier SL models had to make do with steel (except for the 5.0 SLC).

My 450SL was in a minor accident several...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-23-2007, 09:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,014
Posted By page62
BUT...the 560SL is significantly more complex....

BUT...the 560SL is significantly more complex. ABS, airbags, engine management computer, etc. Eek!

As these cars get older, the simpler (and admittedly cruder) 450SL will be more prized due to its...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-23-2007, 09:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,464
Posted By page62
Replace it. Now.

Replace it. Now.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-23-2007, 10:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,014
Posted By page62
If you can handle a floorpan replacement, I...

If you can handle a floorpan replacement, I wouldn't worry too much. Rust is common in these areas, but that doesn't seem to concern you...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-23-2007, 09:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,014
Posted By page62
Bad idle usually indicates a vacuum leak. And...

Bad idle usually indicates a vacuum leak. And there's LOTS of potential for vacuum leaks on these cars...

I see you live in Kalifornia...looks like the cat will be staying in place...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-23-2007, 08:50 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,014
Posted By page62
These cars are NOT sluggish. Not exactly Formula...

These cars are NOT sluggish. Not exactly Formula 1 racers, either...but fast enough.

There is a kickdown switch behind the accelerator pedal. It's a electric switch -- not a lever or a linkage. It...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-22-2007, 10:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,859
Posted By page62
I'd suggest you call Phil at Fastlane (click on...

I'd suggest you call Phil at Fastlane (click on the Buy Parts tab at the top for more info).

Since he's the sponsor of this forum, it's considered a courtesy not to discuss or recommend other...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-21-2007, 07:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,761
Posted By page62
Pricing for these cars car vary wildly by region....

Pricing for these cars car vary wildly by region. Where are you located?
Forum: Tech Help 03-19-2007, 06:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 816
Posted By page62
DIY control arm bushing replacement?

My '01 C320 with only 29K miles has a leaking front control arm bushing(!!!) I haven't gotten a price quote from the dealer yet, but I'm thinking about pulling the control arm myself, having an indy...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-19-2007, 04:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,319
Posted By page62
Same thing: my newer MB's get the Mobil 1. The SL...

Same thing: my newer MB's get the Mobil 1. The SL gets good old dino oil.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-14-2007, 03:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,414
Posted By page62
Here's some wild speculation... It may not...

Here's some wild speculation...

It may not be your frame. It's possible the body mounts are worn out or loose, and what you're seeing is excessive body movement in relation to the frame when you...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-13-2007, 05:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,414
Posted By page62
What exactly do you mean by "sagging"?...

What exactly do you mean by "sagging"? :eek:
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