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Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-06-2008, 11:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,554
Posted By Lord Hemming
560SL rear fog light

Has anyone retro fitted a rear fog light to a 1988 SL? I think I will have to buy a European light switch (with a rear fog setting), I was wondering if the wires are in place or do I have to run new...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 02-20-2008, 11:26 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 737
Posted By Lord Hemming
560SL with only 34K miles - Silver/blue/blue

I have an Astral silver 560 SL for sale. The car is exceptional, it was first registered in El Paso and then up to Utah, now back in Houston. The car has under 34K miles from new.

An independent...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-16-2008, 10:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,058
Posted By Lord Hemming
Seems like you need to get the car to a good MB...

Seems like you need to get the car to a good MB specialist who has a electrical engineer on the payroll to fix this issue. If they don't have a diagram, someone who knows what they're doing will work...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-13-2008, 12:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,891
Posted By Lord Hemming
My car W107 is silver too, but I would live with...

My car W107 is silver too, but I would live with a blue hardtop is you don't have a second Astral Silver one going spare
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-04-2008, 11:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 852
Posted By Lord Hemming
Moving back to London

I am leaving the USA later this year and would like to take my 560 SL home with me to London. This means I need to make my SL UK legal....

I understand (thank you UK MB club forum) I have to get...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-12-2007, 12:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,431
Posted By Lord Hemming
I have had this problem on more modern cars, both...

I have had this problem on more modern cars, both times it was caused by the 'switch' under the drivers seat. I am a 560SL owner, but I'm not sure if the car is sophisticated enough to have a seat...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-08-2007, 01:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,153
Posted By Lord Hemming
I agree, if you are going to take the seat apart...

I agree, if you are going to take the seat apart stick to an OEM solution, If your existing seat pads have lasted circa 10 years, why not replace them? :-)
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-02-2007, 09:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,122
Posted By Lord Hemming
On my 560SL when I fist start the car the oil...

On my 560SL when I fist start the car the oil pressure sits just under 3 as the oil is thicker, as the car warms up this drops to around 2.5. I find my car sits at 2.5 when warm on idle and always 3...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-24-2007, 12:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,335
Posted By Lord Hemming
Brian, Your AMG looks fabulous, I would love...

Brian,

Your AMG looks fabulous, I would love to see it in the flesh. I can remember AMG's in the city of London back in the 1980's (I'm a Brit), I'm sure they were never that clean!

If you...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-20-2007, 03:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,093
Posted By Lord Hemming
Thank you POS. I visited ********...

Thank you POS.

I visited ******** lunchtime and Hans said I was paranoid :D. The noise from the compressor is 'normal'. I explained where the recomendation came from ( I don't know your name,...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-19-2007, 11:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,093
Posted By Lord Hemming
POS, As you're a local, would you know a...

POS,

As you're a local, would you know a good shop to use in the Houston area? I picked up my 560 in Utah, so this will be my first local repair.

I would appreciate your advice, I don't want to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-18-2007, 11:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,089
Posted By Lord Hemming
My low milage 560SL will roll about a foot before...

My low milage 560SL will roll about a foot before engaging the 'park pin' does this mean I need new bushes too?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-18-2007, 11:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,093
Posted By Lord Hemming
aam, Here are the answers to your...

aam,

Here are the answers to your questions:-

560SL - 1988 32k miles, I have owned the vehicle since September


1) The condenser is the a/c coil seating in front of the radiator.
It's job...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-18-2007, 09:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,093
Posted By Lord Hemming
It's not the belts, they are all new and the...

It's not the belts, they are all new and the noise is a bearing humming noise if that makes sense.

Not interested in converting the A/C, so I will shop around to see who has the kit in Houston to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-18-2007, 08:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,093
Posted By Lord Hemming
Sounds Expensive!

I noticed a bearing kind of noise when out driving today. When I switched the A/C to ECON the noise stopped. When I switched the A/C back to normal mode the noise started again. The A/C is still ice...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-13-2007, 08:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,101
Posted By Lord Hemming
Difficult to say with your description, you are...

Difficult to say with your description, you are not painting a very good picture (but I respect your honesty). Why don't you suggest a figure and folks can give you feedback? Do you have photos of...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-13-2007, 08:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 737
Posted By Lord Hemming
Oktoberfest Houston

Anyone going to the 13th Oktoberfest of the Mercedes Benz Club of Houston on Saturday? If so, I'll meet you there!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-09-2007, 10:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,168
Posted By Lord Hemming
AMG Penta Wheels

Does anyone know if there's a german used wheel specialist in the USA? I fancy a set of AMG Penta wheels for my '88 SL. Alternatively, if anyone has a set for sale, let me know :)
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 10-20-2007, 11:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,628
Posted By Lord Hemming
Thanks Atomic, I will get it right next time :D

Thanks Atomic, I will get it right next time :D
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 10-20-2007, 09:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,628
Posted By Lord Hemming
Buying a G-wagen

I have always wanted a G-wagen, and am ready to start having a look at what's currently available on the market. I will probably go for the G500 as I can't afford the AMG.

What are the known...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 10-06-2007, 09:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 930
Posted By Lord Hemming
How much oil does your 560 use between 3000 mile oil changes?

I checked my oil today, I have completed about 2000 miles since my last oil change and about 1/3 of the dipstick is dry from the MAX mark. Is this normal? My car has low milage and doesn't show signs...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-15-2007, 09:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,476
Posted By Lord Hemming
Yes, but I have a $500 excess so it's probably...

Yes, but I have a $500 excess so it's probably not worth submitting a claim
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-14-2007, 08:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,476
Posted By Lord Hemming
New Windshield

I was hit by a rock on I-10 today, the road's a mess with all the construction. I need a new windshield, any ideas how much I should expect to pay for a Mercedes Benz original glass screen fitted?
...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-11-2007, 11:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,399
Posted By Lord Hemming
If you are going to keep the car I would buy the...

If you are going to keep the car I would buy the parts from a non franchised parts company (who sometimes sell the real deal) and buy yourself another few years of trouble free A/C. The problem with...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 09-10-2007, 11:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,048
Posted By Lord Hemming
560SL Newbe

I have a stock 560SL and am reluctant to start hacking at the car to improve the stereo system, but I need to do something. Does anyone have any suggestions to replace the existing speakers, do I...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-05-2007, 10:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,166
Posted By Lord Hemming
New soft top

I have removed the hardtop on my 88 560SL and have found a literally brand new soft top. The windows show the Mercedes emblem and the bars inside the roof shine like new. The canvas is tight and the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-03-2007, 07:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,838
Posted By Lord Hemming
Jim, The car was originally from El Paso,...

Jim,

The car was originally from El Paso, but I purchased the car in Utah where the second owner was from. The dash is perfect, I think the car was kept in an airconditioned garage as all the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-03-2007, 05:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 837
Posted By Lord Hemming
560sl A/c

When I first start my 560SL I notice sound like bellows operating. If there are bellows (or something similar) in the A/C system does anyone know what they're made of, the noise is like a dry...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-03-2007, 12:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,207
Posted By Lord Hemming
All the cars look great, but that Aston is...

All the cars look great, but that Aston is fabulous :)
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-03-2007, 11:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,838
Posted By Lord Hemming
It's Astral silver with unused blue soft top and...

It's Astral silver with unused blue soft top and blue interior. The car came with a thick history file containing all the service receipts.

I did buy a cup holder, I don't like it very much. I...
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