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Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-12-2007, 02:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,130
Posted By snowbilt
My research narrowed it down to the 96-98 models....

My research narrowed it down to the 96-98 models. We purchased a 98 and couldn't be happier with it. had the 4 speed tranny, went to five speed in 96. I figured they had two years to work out the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-16-2007, 12:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,221
Posted By snowbilt
You might want to put your glasses on when...

You might want to put your glasses on when posting pics. That my friend is no SL by a long shot.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-16-2007, 12:28 AM
Replies: 374
Views: 55,368
Posted By snowbilt
36 in Oct and have been obsessed/owned a 98 500...

36 in Oct and have been obsessed/owned a 98 500 for two years.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-14-2007, 10:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,635
Posted By snowbilt
I posted a DIY with pics, you can find it in the...

I posted a DIY with pics, you can find it in the DIY links. It isn't a hard process if you have the right tools and some time. One suggestion is there is a guy in olathe kansas named Dennis Fickins...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-06-2007, 08:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,315
Posted By snowbilt
ProV, I seen your post on the other sight as...

ProV,
I seen your post on the other sight as well. I have a 98 and the engine is different but mostly the same car. The top hydraulic cylinders tend to fail, but I posted a DIY on how to replace....
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-02-2007, 09:29 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 34,601
Posted By snowbilt
Airedale, My car pictured is a 98 SL500

Airedale,
My car pictured is a 98 SL500
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-01-2007, 10:43 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 34,601
Posted By snowbilt
I am a manager with Kraft Foods North American...

I am a manager with Kraft Foods North American Nabisco Division. I have a B.S. in Bus Admin with a Comp Sci minor. I have approx 40 direct reports that I supervise. I am charge of payroll and hiring...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-27-2006, 10:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,413
Posted By snowbilt
Are you kidding? How do you not know if you...

Are you kidding? How do you not know if you bought it.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-08-2006, 11:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,466
Posted By snowbilt
I had your exact same problem on both of mine...

I had your exact same problem on both of mine when I purchased it. It's easy, here is how you do it.

Take it to a trim shop and let them do it. :)
German Vinyl 25.00
Labor 2 hrs @ 60.00...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-05-2006, 11:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,557
Posted By snowbilt
Hatteras, My extensive research also came up...

Hatteras,
My extensive research also came up with the 98 500 which we purchased. The same reasons you gave are the EXACT reason we went with the 98.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-01-2006, 11:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,083
Posted By snowbilt
I would agree with the majority and leave well...

I would agree with the majority and leave well enough alone. But, I you were inclined to do this MOD. Make sure the color matches unlike the one pictured..so Ghetto....
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-30-2006, 07:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,105
Posted By snowbilt
I am waiting to hear the outcome of your problem....

I am waiting to hear the outcome of your problem. When I said try it 20 times I meant within a reasonable time frame. Also, I have never heard of air getting in the hydraulic system. I am not saying...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-27-2006, 10:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,105
Posted By snowbilt
If I were you I would have them take it to a...

If I were you I would have them take it to a dealership and have it fixed, if it isn't at a benz dealership already. If they say it is fixed I would put the top up and down 20 times and/or make them...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-27-2006, 10:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,449
Posted By snowbilt
This may or may not help but my trunk would not...

This may or may not help but my trunk would not open and I could hear it working. Finally I put the key in the trunk and turned it counter clockwise and held it for 2 secs and viola it opens.. Maybe...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-16-2006, 09:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,534
Posted By snowbilt
Lynns, Does that price include coming to your...

Lynns,
Does that price include coming to your work and doing it on site. Ha Ha I know how you love the parking lot guys. Sounds pretty reasonable to me.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-16-2006, 09:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,181
Posted By snowbilt
Better yet why don't you take the tools to him....

Better yet why don't you take the tools to him. The views would be much better from his point of view.:)
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-12-2006, 10:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,681
Posted By snowbilt
That is from the german edition of monopoly! find...

That is from the german edition of monopoly! find it at this website
www.hanzandfranzgames.com
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-07-2006, 05:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 839
Posted By snowbilt
anyone...anyone wow that goofy huh.:)

anyone...anyone wow that goofy huh.:)
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-06-2006, 11:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 839
Posted By snowbilt
I have a strange question but I have to ask

Ok guys,
I am selling two vehicles and have a strange question. The windows are tinted on both cars so does the "For Sale" sign go on the outside of the rear window or on the outside? My gut says to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-03-2006, 09:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,831
Posted By snowbilt
Looking at your garage again I noticed a possible...

Looking at your garage again I noticed a possible "delicate situation". Are you nervous when you have to get your ladder down in the winter?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-02-2006, 12:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,831
Posted By snowbilt
Now that is a nice garage. I think that is a...

Now that is a nice garage. I think that is a great idea, but who helped you get those in position? Nice red SL
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 10-29-2006, 11:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,374
Posted By snowbilt
The cost of the top isn't the issue, it is the...

The cost of the top isn't the issue, it is the LABOR... A good top will run 600.00 but the Labor hours are approx 17 hours... That is where the cost comes in. I had the back of the top re-glued to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 10-27-2006, 06:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,635
Posted By snowbilt
I will second teqboys point on buy from someone...

I will second teqboys point on buy from someone who loved it. It must have all maintenance records period. Nothing is more expensive than a cheap mercedes. You may have to pay a little more for one...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 10-22-2006, 02:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,701
Posted By snowbilt
Have you by chance got new tires and/or wheels...

Have you by chance got new tires and/or wheels recently? Sometimes if the tires and wheels are not all the right size it will cause it to go into "limp mode" There have been several posts on this...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 10-19-2006, 10:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,361
Posted By snowbilt
You might try inserting key in the lock next to...

You might try inserting key in the lock next to the dash compartment and unlocking it. It is the master for a lockable compartments including the trunk.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 10-19-2006, 12:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,583
Posted By snowbilt
If I were to upgrade I would get the warranty as...

If I were to upgrade I would get the warranty as well. One watch out is 03 is the first year of the new chassis. As with all other cars that have a drastic change the first production year is always...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 10-19-2006, 12:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 855
Posted By snowbilt
I am glad I could be of service. My goal is...

I am glad I could be of service. My goal is hopefully others will take extra time to take pictures and document any common fix that we deal with. Also, when you say replacement of "side markers" are...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 10-14-2006, 10:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 994
Posted By snowbilt
I have heard "urban legends" of this type of...

I have heard "urban legends" of this type of interface, but have never heard feedback. The general rule is you have to replace the whole system since bose puts amps on each speaker you have to get...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 10-09-2006, 09:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,609
Posted By snowbilt
Well there is nothing more expensive than a cheap...

Well there is nothing more expensive than a cheap mercedes
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 10-09-2006, 06:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,447
Posted By snowbilt
Nope I'm american! I'm not canadian but I did...

Nope I'm american! I'm not canadian but I did stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night :)
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