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Forum: Tech Help 08-06-2015, 10:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,562
Posted By cmcdonnell
It appears to be captive in a box that is welded...

It appears to be captive in a box that is welded to the frame. There is a rubber plug on the inboard side just above where the bolt would be, but if you stick your finger in there, it is just sheet...
Forum: Tech Help 08-06-2015, 12:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,562
Posted By cmcdonnell
Thanks again for the helpful replies-I will try...

Thanks again for the helpful replies-I will try all of the above. I am obsessed now, and I WILL get this done. Just a note that since I was drilling upside down I used MB wheel bearing grease for the...
Forum: Tech Help 08-05-2015, 01:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,562
Posted By cmcdonnell
Spring perches are in good shape. I completely...

Spring perches are in good shape. I completely rebuilt the front end last year with all new parts, except the knuckles are original.
I bought a set of IRWIN left handed cobalt drill bits with...
Forum: Tech Help 07-09-2015, 01:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,562
Posted By cmcdonnell
Yes, I tried a few times with my combination...

Yes, I tried a few times with my combination wrench, but it woudn't budge. But I was turning in the correct direction. Then I hit it with my impact wrench and it snapped right off. Thanks for all the...
Forum: Tech Help 07-09-2015, 12:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,562
Posted By cmcdonnell
Thanks for your help. I am watching youtube...

Thanks for your help. I am watching youtube videos on bolt extraction right now. Is cobalt the strongest for hardened steel bolts? Oh, and there is no thread left exposed.
Well, at least I got the...
Forum: Tech Help 07-08-2015, 10:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,562
Posted By cmcdonnell
W124 severe pothole damage

I was cruising along at about 30 mph and I hit the deepest pothole I have ever seen. Right front tire and wheel are toast. Maybe even the ball joint, which is no easy job on a 400E since it is welded...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 06-07-2015, 03:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 355
Posted By cmcdonnell
WTB: 400E E420 500E rear subframe

I looked at my rear end yesterday and there is a big rust hole in the rear subframe! MB part numbers 124 350 0141 or 124 350 83 08. So if anybody is parting a 124.034 please let me know as I am...
Forum: Tech Help 03-08-2014, 12:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,996
Posted By cmcdonnell
Here it is it's KTC: Amazon.com: Mercedes...

Here it is it's KTC:

Amazon.com: Mercedes Suspension Coil Spring Compressor Tool Kit Set: Everything Else...
Forum: Tech Help 03-08-2014, 12:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,996
Posted By cmcdonnell
I bought the clone on amazon for about $180. I...

I bought the clone on amazon for about $180. I think it is JTC tool co. and it worked great. The springs in the front end are under a lot of stress in the W/124 and could really injure or kill you.
Forum: Tech Help 12-20-2013, 12:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 806
Posted By cmcdonnell
Mine has been doing the same thing. I noticed...

Mine has been doing the same thing. I noticed that the accelerator pedal stuck down to the floor once while doing this, so I am going to guess that it is the linkage and/or ETA freezing up. Once it...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 12-06-2013, 05:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,240
Posted By cmcdonnell
You can get a good used harness on ebay for way...

You can get a good used harness on ebay for way less than a new one. Just get one made after 1996 to insure that the wiring is good. I made my own harness (which took a long time) and it was in the...
Forum: Tech Help 12-01-2013, 04:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 800
Posted By cmcdonnell
The next point is the exterior lamp bulb failure...

The next point is the exterior lamp bulb failure unit which is the big relay in the relay box behind the fuse box. It goes in there and comes out of there and then goes to the fusebox.
More info...
Forum: Tech Help 11-25-2013, 10:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 923
Posted By cmcdonnell
I got mine two years ago, and it ran really bad...

I got mine two years ago, and it ran really bad once it warmed up. I got new caps and rotors and plugs and it was 90% better even though the old caps and rotors didn't look that bad. When I changed...
Forum: Tech Help 11-25-2013, 01:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 923
Posted By cmcdonnell
No platinum plugs in the M119 engine! Copper core...

No platinum plugs in the M119 engine! Copper core only like Bosch F8DC4. Get the basic ignition parts right before you diagnose further. This engine also likes to eat caps, rotors, wires, and coils,...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 11-08-2013, 10:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,418
Posted By cmcdonnell
72 250C Diesel?

Has anyone seen one of these?
Rare Mercedes 1972 2 door coupe diesel (http://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/4178869542.html)
Forum: Tech Help 09-02-2013, 11:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,376
Posted By cmcdonnell
My 92 400E ran like crap when I got it. I...

My 92 400E ran like crap when I got it. I replaced the caps, rotors, wires, and coils (some with known good ones to save $) and it made a huge difference. I was able to drive it daily. I also fixed...
Forum: Tech Help 08-31-2013, 04:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,338
Posted By cmcdonnell
I am having the same problem with the Febi boots,...

I am having the same problem with the Febi boots, and agree that it is likely that they caused the problem. I ordered two boot kits from my local dealership which includes the boots, bolt and nut to...
Forum: Tech Help 08-27-2013, 05:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,300
Posted By cmcdonnell
Sorry for the delay- I was at the beach. The...

Sorry for the delay- I was at the beach. The article I mentioned is in the MBCA Star magazine, Sept.-Oct. 2010. It is titled "Ignition Misfiring on 1990's Engines" by Ken Adams. If you are a MBCA...
Forum: Tech Help 08-22-2013, 11:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,300
Posted By cmcdonnell
I am on vacation right now, but as soon as I get...

I am on vacation right now, but as soon as I get home I will find it for you. The bulk of posts that have read concerning running problems on the M119 have consisted of ignition problems. When I...
Forum: Tech Help 08-20-2013, 12:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,338
Posted By cmcdonnell
I looked everywhere for Lemfoerder control arms...

I looked everywhere for Lemfoerder control arms and all I could find were Febi, and MB for about twice the price. I bought the Febi arms, but that was before I saw the date on the broken one. So I...
Forum: Tech Help 08-19-2013, 11:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,338
Posted By cmcdonnell
Mine just broke last week. I was turning my 92...

Mine just broke last week. I was turning my 92 400E onto my street very slowly and BANG!!! the front left wheel fell off. It cost me 100 bucks to have it towed the 1/2 block to my house. When I...
Forum: Tech Help 08-13-2013, 11:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,300
Posted By cmcdonnell
There is an article in MBCA Star magazine that...

There is an article in MBCA Star magazine that explains how current travels past the o-ring between the distributor cap and the "cover" which is held down by the rotor. When the o-ring is bad, the...
Forum: Tech Help 08-09-2013, 11:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,012
Posted By cmcdonnell
w124 crack-up

This gives new meaning to roadside assistance:
‘Mystery Priest’ Vanishes After Anointing Crash Victim - ABC News...
Forum: Tech Help 03-12-2013, 11:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,996
Posted By cmcdonnell
Great post with even greater pics. I am overdue...

Great post with even greater pics. I am overdue for LCA's and tie rods/drag link. Where did you find the Lemforder LCA's ?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 03-05-2013, 01:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,424
Posted By cmcdonnell
Unbelievable SD

This really takes the prize. I live in such a wierd place.

1983 Mercedes 300SD (http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/3659016386.html)

no affiliation
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 02-20-2013, 10:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,376
Posted By cmcdonnell
You gotta see this...

Custom pink Mercedes (http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/3631061553.html)

No affiliation, not ever.:P
Forum: Tech Help 02-17-2013, 11:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,388
Posted By cmcdonnell
My 92 400e just started doing the same thing-dash...

My 92 400e just started doing the same thing-dash lights blinking when the brake pedal is depressed. It stops when the headlights are turned on. Headlight switch makes sense to me.

Broken...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 02-14-2013, 12:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 739
Posted By cmcdonnell
Mystery part looks like a side view mirror...

Mystery part looks like a side view mirror retainer for W114/W115.:D
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 02-01-2013, 09:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,598
Posted By cmcdonnell
Rare 190E Sportline 1992

No affiliation, just looks like it needs to be grabbed.

RARE MERCEDES 190E SPORT (http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/3555588804.html)
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-18-2013, 01:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,851
Posted By cmcdonnell
I need the rear carpet that goes from the back...

I need the rear carpet that goes from the back seat up to the front of the front seats, I guess the "main" piece of carpet for my 92 400E. My PO spilled bleach on mine. Alot of bleach. I think it's...
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