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Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-05-2021, 08:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,838
Posted By Jack M
Very Good. your post sounded like you had not...

Very Good. your post sounded like you had not done this before. J
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-01-2021, 05:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,838
Posted By Jack M
HI This is all baded on that you hqave realeased...

HI This is all baded on that you hqave realeased the two locks above the windshield and the two side locks on each side just behind the doors. There are five locking points. This is a three...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-01-2021, 05:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,838
Posted By Jack M
Hard top removal

HI THIS IS CONTROLLED BY THE SAME SET OF RELEASE AND LOCK CLOCK HAND BEHIND THE DRIVERS SEAT ON THE INSIDE OF THE CAR. THAT YOU USE TO RELEASE THE SOFT TOP SEE THE PIN IS IDENTICAL?

DO NOT FORCE...
Forum: Tech Help 07-08-2019, 02:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,348
Posted By Jack M
So I'm Back from the holiday. I see that...

So I'm Back from the holiday.

I see that there are a great number of Temperature sensors in the block of the 107. Would any of these, if failed, have an effect on the idle?

I did take...
Forum: Tech Help 07-04-2019, 01:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 891
Posted By Jack M
Question Cleaning a 560 SL idle control valve

Hi My 1986 560 is running rough and slightly high idle, bit of hesitation on acceleration. 157K mileage.

Just did the plugs, wiring, distributor cap and rotor. I have read many posts today...
Forum: Tech Help 07-04-2019, 12:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,348
Posted By Jack M
HI Fred. There is an O2 light on the instrmuent...

HI Fred. There is an O2 light on the instrmuent cluster. only comes on when you start the car, So it is is bad then would the light not stay on?
Forum: Tech Help 07-02-2019, 12:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 630
Posted By Jack M
Hi All The purpose is to diagnose my engine...

Hi All

The purpose is to diagnose my engine Idle issue. Not for a permanent installation. I do not believe that there is a vacuum leak. My smoke test did not show one and the Vacuum gauge on...
Forum: Tech Help 07-02-2019, 11:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 630
Posted By Jack M
Question Hi Brian, You are speaking of the one that comes...

Hi Brian, You are speaking of the one that comes out of the manifold has the 90 degree rubber coupling then it goes to a greyish plastic tube that runs across the firewall above the Brake vacuum...
Forum: Tech Help 07-02-2019, 10:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 630
Posted By Jack M
HI Yes Real Vacuum Gauge. I will Look for that...

HI Yes Real Vacuum Gauge. I will Look for that Connector, The vacuum Gauge on the Instrument cluster is in the correct position All the way to the left.

My Issue is 900RPM Idle at start up....
Forum: Tech Help 07-02-2019, 09:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,348
Posted By Jack M
HI Fred. So the O2 sensor light on the...

HI Fred. So the O2 sensor light on the instrument cluster is not on. Does that mean anything? J
Forum: Tech Help 07-01-2019, 07:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 630
Posted By Jack M
Vacuum Gauge

Where should I connect my real Vacuum Gage on my 1986 560 SL?

Thanks, Jack
Forum: Tech Help 07-01-2019, 07:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,348
Posted By Jack M
HI All Tested the Idle control Valve, 4.65...

HI All

Tested the Idle control Valve, 4.65 volts, Gave it another smoke test. No smoke that I could see.

If I feather the gas pedal several times quickly it will shudder and if I do it...
Forum: Tech Help 07-01-2019, 05:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,348
Posted By Jack M
OK I appreciate that. I just put it on the car....

OK I appreciate that. I just put it on the car. I checked the Idle control valve by disconnecting it and reconnecting it Have not done the voltage check, It does what it is supposed to do, I...
Forum: Tech Help 07-01-2019, 12:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,348
Posted By Jack M
Well I do Have an new accumulator on my parts...

Well I do Have an new accumulator on my parts shelf. I will take it with me when I go to have a MB tech look at it. Know anything about smoke testing? Jack
Forum: Tech Help 07-01-2019, 12:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,348
Posted By Jack M
OK So I have a vacuum Gauge. Where exactly and...

OK So I have a vacuum Gauge. Where exactly and how do I connect it to the engine to determine what I have. I assume that I will need to find a timing light to check this out? Reminds me of High...
Forum: Tech Help 07-01-2019, 12:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,348
Posted By Jack M
Hi So this hesitation would happen at any time...

Hi So this hesitation would happen at any time you would accelerate? It could be at a stop light or driving at 40 mpg? Sort of like if you were running on gravel and your firs step your shoe would...
Forum: Tech Help 06-30-2019, 08:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,348
Posted By Jack M
Rough Idle

Adding a bit of information, I found a disconnected plastic tube, It was one of the two that runs between the spark plug wires (#2 & 3) on the passenger side. Connects to something under the...
Forum: Tech Help 06-30-2019, 07:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,348
Posted By Jack M
Exclamation Rough starup Idle

Hi Guys Been a while But glad to be back.

My 1986 560 SL, 160K Had her for 17 years always ran great Developed a bit of a rough start. Vacuum just off full left, will stumble a bit on...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-02-2019, 01:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,549
Posted By Jack M
Yes. The solution is to remove the License...

Yes. The solution is to remove the License plate. Remove the upper Left hand Rubber Plug This is just the plug that is there to cushion the rattle of a plate,
If you know someone with a 107 you...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-10-2016, 06:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,381
Posted By Jack M
The dealer has a Little Kit that he uses to do it...

The dealer has a Little Kit that he uses to do it from the front seat not removing anything.
Had to do mine after I took it out to repair the tape deck the recommendation was to not reconnect the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-10-2016, 09:52 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,381
Posted By Jack M
Hi If your Becker has the tape player built in...

Hi If your Becker has the tape player built in to it ,The easiest solution is to buy a cassette tape adapter. it looks like a cassette tape but has a wire coming out of it that can plug into your...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-18-2015, 08:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 722
Posted By Jack M
12VDC Under the Hood.

Sorry about that. The car is a 1986 560SL, J :(
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-18-2015, 08:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 722
Posted By Jack M
!@VDC Under the Hood.

Sory about that. The car is a 1986 560SL, J :(
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-17-2015, 07:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 722
Posted By Jack M
Question 12V under the Hood?

Hi all, Does any one know of a 12VDC point in the engine compartment that is hot (on) only when the engine is on, or Key in, or Acc.

But off when the engine/key is off or key out is off?
...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-01-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 912
Posted By Jack M
HI, Well that can work also. It is just a...

HI, Well that can work also.

It is just a matter of gathering information and working on a decision that will work and be safe. I have a spare wheel and can experiment after I gather all of...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-01-2015, 12:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 912
Posted By Jack M
560 SteeringWheel Alteration

OK So here is my thought.
1. remove the material on the wire, (reuse if possible) in the lower section. Cut, Weld, Bend etc. To achieve this shape. Recover with the removed material and then...
Forum: Featured Cars 04-29-2015, 12:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,867
Posted By Jack M
Thumbs up RE: Star Here is mine.;) Say what you...

RE: Star Here is mine.;)

Say what you like, but it is on when the engine is on.
Way more work that I thought it would be but very rewarding.
Not for the faint of heart. J :) :) :)
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-29-2015, 12:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 912
Posted By Jack M
Lightbulb Construction of 86 560Sl Steering Wheel

Hi All.
Has anyone ever seen how the steering wheel is constructed? Is the wheel part itself it made from a single piece of wire with the spikes and a central hub welded to it before being molded? ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-19-2015, 01:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 734
Posted By Jack M
Smile Audible Turn Signals At Last For the 107

Hi All

We have great news today!!:D

For years I have read about the desire to be able to hear our turn signals in the 107's I know that in my 560 there is virtually no sound when the signals...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-16-2015, 03:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,389
Posted By Jack M
One would think I could spell TURN..

Just a spelling Correction. J :confused:
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