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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 07-01-2012, 06:30 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 436
Posted By cwmyoung52
WTB Becker Silverstone 980

Hello all,
Anyone have a lead on a Becker Silverstone 980 CD changer? Used in the whole Benz range 91-93. I'm in Eastern Virginia.

Thanks.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 06-17-2012, 05:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,890
Posted By cwmyoung52
I know the 3.5 swap has been done. Can't remember...

I know the 3.5 swap has been done. Can't remember where I saw it, but the results were stunning. Used all MB parts and took it to the limit on "What If" originality.
Forum: Tech Help 06-17-2012, 05:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,497
Posted By cwmyoung52
Scary!!!:eek:

Scary!!!:eek:
Forum: Tech Help 06-16-2012, 05:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,483
Posted By cwmyoung52
Can anyone lock down the specific time periods? I...

Can anyone lock down the specific time periods? I guess MB won't because they don't acknowledge there is a problem. Could the problem be traced to a specific set of build dates?
Forum: Tech Help 01-10-2012, 05:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 761
Posted By cwmyoung52
Yeah, I like the idea of bit of lowering but am...

Yeah, I like the idea of bit of lowering but am concerned about a mismatched damping rate with comforts in the front. Rears are the hydropneumatic SLS and appear to be no concern from the searches I...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2012, 04:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 761
Posted By cwmyoung52
Suspension

Got the sagging spring blues on my 1988 560 SEL. Thinking about H&R's but want to know if the comfort billies will be up to the job. The info from H&R indicates that the standard rear hydraulics are...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-16-2011, 04:23 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 4,492
Posted By cwmyoung52
Mediocracy, all of our hopes and dreams have been...

Mediocracy, all of our hopes and dreams have been dragged down to the lowest level in an attempt to get elected. Sound bites and photo ops have replaced oration and the written word. Our leaders are...
Forum: Tech Help 11-20-2011, 07:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,323
Posted By cwmyoung52
What you are facing is the strut carriers that...

What you are facing is the strut carriers that are called many things but most importantly, the thrust bearings. They control and mute the forces applied to the suspension when hitting a bump or when...
Forum: Tech Help 11-17-2011, 06:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 844
Posted By cwmyoung52
Don't pass on the trans mount as well. It's...

Don't pass on the trans mount as well. It's simple and worth the extra 30 minutes.
Forum: Tech Help 11-17-2011, 06:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 844
Posted By cwmyoung52
A bit of Loctite blue will add a measure of...

A bit of Loctite blue will add a measure of security, and be sure to clean the threads and wait 'til they are dry. Done a few and no comebacks for lose bolts yet. The results are well worth the...
Forum: Tech Help 06-04-2011, 06:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 897
Posted By cwmyoung52
As stated a careful check of all rubber is...

As stated a careful check of all rubber is important. Also, check tire pressure amazing the difference five or six psi makes. I find that all tire shops set the tires at 40+ psi for seating of the...
Forum: Tech Help 03-12-2011, 11:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,001
Posted By cwmyoung52
My '88 560 has the same arms as a 420 my '86 560...

My '88 560 has the same arms as a 420 my '86 560 has the aluminum versions. Calipers are on the trailing side in the '88 and leading side on the '86.

My understanding was that the 86/87 560 has...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 03-04-2011, 06:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,501
Posted By cwmyoung52
Glad you got that much. Prices are really...

Glad you got that much. Prices are really scattered on these fine cars. We will see a settling of true values for good cars. I've got a great 560 that I felt was worth what I paid but have gone "Ugh"...
Forum: Tech Help 02-23-2011, 12:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,815
Posted By cwmyoung52
+1 on finding a good used box. Have done this on...

+1 on finding a good used box. Have done this on SL's and S-class cars and a reputable yard will have decent boxes ready to go at very reasonable prices. Install is a bit of a PITA unless you have...
Forum: Tech Help 11-15-2010, 09:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 828
Posted By cwmyoung52
dablk1 is correct, the center vents are closed...

dablk1 is correct, the center vents are closed off when heat is on to force flow to the floor vents. Failed actuator(s) at flaps allows the heat to blow thru the center vents. A PITA to repair so...
Forum: Tech Help 11-03-2010, 06:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 966
Posted By cwmyoung52
Suspect your valve stem seals are toast. 20 +...

Suspect your valve stem seals are toast. 20 + years of heat will do it. Not an easy fix but doable with the proper tools and a search for the procedure.
Forum: Tech Help 09-19-2010, 05:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 716
Posted By cwmyoung52
Yes, road tax is indeed paid with a rebate for...

Yes, road tax is indeed paid with a rebate for submission of receipts at tax time.

2-3% ain't much, but... what about the reduction in octane, should this be a major concern?
Forum: Tech Help 09-19-2010, 04:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,088
Posted By cwmyoung52
+1 on hold green in and touch memory number. By...

+1 on hold green in and touch memory number. By the way it will also adjust the steering wheel to saved position.
Forum: Tech Help 09-19-2010, 04:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 716
Posted By cwmyoung52
Non ethanol fuel

Here in Virginia we are graced with non ethanol fuel at many marina pumps. What, if any, advantages would there be to using it in my '88 560SEL? Octane rating is 89, a bit shy but without full blitz...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-16-2010, 02:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,831
Posted By cwmyoung52
Thought about donating it for tax write-off? Done...

Thought about donating it for tax write-off? Done it three times over the past five years and not a peep from IRS as long as the value cited is within guidelines of BlueBook, etc.
Forum: Tech Help 09-16-2010, 02:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,014
Posted By cwmyoung52
I'll attest to the worth of the wipers. Just the...

I'll attest to the worth of the wipers. Just the ticket on a long drive thru PA. I think they add mud to the salt for "patina".
On another note do any of you have a weeping washer nozzle? My left...
Forum: Tech Help 07-28-2010, 05:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 647
Posted By cwmyoung52
Another 560 joins the flock

Just closed the deal on a 1988 560sel Smoke Silver w/Brown leather (drool). 109,xxx k miles. Fabulous interior condition (Really!) and a few challenges to be met.
First up is the green windshield...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 07-14-2010, 08:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 419
Posted By cwmyoung52
W126 in Virginia

86 560SEL whole for parts. Trans problem no 3-4 just 1-2. Otherwise still driveable. Would prefer to sell whole. Body decent, glass all good, interior tired. Many newer parts. Come and get it guys....
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 07-14-2010, 08:07 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 679
Posted By cwmyoung52
W126 in Virginia

I found my next W126 and need to sell my 1986 560SEL. 150k miles trans has no 3-4 just 1-2. Otherwise a driveable parts/beater. Would prefer not to part out. Has lots of newer parts on it but needs...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 09-14-2009, 06:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 363
Posted By cwmyoung52
WTB Rear seat and package tray 86 560SEL

Looking to buy beige leather rear seat back and package tray for '86 560 SEL. Need to have the speaker covers, too. Anyone out there within reasonable distance (Virginia)?
Will be looking for more...
Forum: Tech Help 04-01-2009, 07:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 780
Posted By cwmyoung52
Ethanol and fuel probs

Just a thought on the many threads describing stumbles, no-start and a myriad of other potential fuel supply related posts. Has anyone considered/researched the ethanol being added to our fuel? In...
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