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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-15-2014, 04:26 PM
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Posted By Softball60
1989 Mercedes 560SL

The Merc is located in Venice, FL and has 166K miles W/Hardtop
Oil is changed every 3k or 6 months
Chrome wheels w/some corrosion
Some stone chips on hood
Some paint fade on hood & truck but...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 06-07-2014, 12:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,211
Posted By Softball60
Selling the old girl!!!!

Well Guys after 10yrs I am going to put the car up for sale. Will list on e-bay next week via my son-in-law. It has been a great time driving and repairing the beast.

1989 560SL

May look...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-20-2014, 02:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,941
Posted By Softball60
Steering Wheel Noise

Well Guys I have to be honest.

1. The lift that I usually has a 63 chevrolet on it and we are in the process of installing a crate motor, so I thought I would tackle this project in the drive.
...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-08-2014, 07:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,941
Posted By Softball60
Steering Wheel Noise

Just got the replacement part in and am going to do the work this weekend. I have read where it is possible to just remove the circlips out of the steering column (below the steering wheel) and you...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-20-2014, 06:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,937
Posted By Softball60
Someone please help!!

Obviously I was shocked when I came on the site and noticed my old post about the brake bleading.

Basically I did it the old way. Had my wife pump the pedal and I would yell back...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-13-2014, 12:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,941
Posted By Softball60
Steering Wheel Noise

Thanks Panda & Mach4,

I guess this means I still have to tear the wheel, Instrument panel etc. off before I can move to the actual coupler.

I will repsond after I have completed the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-12-2014, 11:42 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,941
Posted By Softball60
Steering Wheel Noise

Panda,

Sorry I didn't make it clear.

Do I still have to pull the steering shaft completely out or is the coupler easier to access thereby not necessary to pull shaft?

Thanks

Paul
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-12-2014, 09:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,941
Posted By Softball60
Steering Wheel Noise

I have access to a lift. Does this change the procedure?

I have heard the better way to do it is from the bottom?

Comments Please!!

Paul
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-06-2014, 11:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,941
Posted By Softball60
Steering Wheel Noise

Sorry I didn't make it clear.

89 560SL

Sorry

I hope this doesn't really make much of a difference except for maybe physical shape and difficulty.

Thanks
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-06-2014, 08:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,941
Posted By Softball60
Steering Wheel Noise

Mach 4

Thanks for the information. This is exactly the kind of information I was seeking from this great group. Not sure whether I will rebuild or replace. Will let you know.

Paul
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-05-2014, 01:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,941
Posted By Softball60
Steering Wheel noise

Never had to deal with steering wheel issues but here we go.

Recently when driving down the road when I hit a bump I get a metal banging sound coming up through the steering column. I have not...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-08-2014, 01:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,108
Posted By Softball60
Catalytic Converter

Thanks Guys,

I will purchase a new unit when I get ready to do the exhaust!

Paul
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-07-2014, 12:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,108
Posted By Softball60
Catalytic Converter

I have an 89 560SL. The car is in great shape as I just finished installing all new chain guides/Tensioners.

My next project is customizing the exhaust. My plan is to have dual exhaust pipes,...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-23-2014, 08:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,215
Posted By Softball60
Forgot, Make sure you change the filter in the...

Forgot, Make sure you change the filter in the trans!!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-23-2014, 08:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,215
Posted By Softball60
Hard shift

What you are probably hearing is probably the rear end. Not familiar with the 300SL. I have a 1989 560SL. Years of wear make things loose.

When you do the trans also change the fluid in the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-11-2014, 04:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,157
Posted By Softball60
Gas in the oil pan

I'm not an expert and believe me there are some real knowledgeable people on this forum.

A couple of ideas


Depending on your piston rings a minor amount of gas will get into the oil pan. ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-08-2014, 06:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,051
Posted By Softball60
Timing Chain/Smog Pump Update 1

Finished the passenger side rails found as mentioned 1 busted in half laying down at the bottom sump. The Tensioner rail was gouged out and a tiny bit of metal was showing. When they did the timing...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-05-2014, 01:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,051
Posted By Softball60
Timing chain 560SL/Smog Pump

I started to hear the infamous rattling noise upon startup. Based on everything I have gleened from this group is that it's a catastrophe waiting to happen.

Didn't want to press the issue of...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-25-2013, 10:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,082
Posted By Softball60
Where are all of the questions

Is it me or are there no posts since 12/22??
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-25-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,542
Posted By Softball60
Changed the brake light switch!! Quite the job,...

Changed the brake light switch!! Quite the job, laying on your back, etc....

Did not affect the "Outside Bulb Failure light dash indicator".

One thing that did occur is that the turn...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-21-2013, 10:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,542
Posted By Softball60
KCM, Thanks for the response. I have been...

KCM,

Thanks for the response. I have been through all of that a couple of times to no avail.

I can't think of what else it could be??

Will let you know when I change the Stop Light...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-21-2013, 08:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,542
Posted By Softball60
KCM, Sorry I wasn't more clear. The light...

KCM,

Sorry I wasn't more clear. The light that comes on is the outside failure indicator. Everything else is okay. This has been haunting me for quite a while.

The moment I get in the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-20-2013, 10:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,542
Posted By Softball60
Brake Light Switch 560SL 1989

I posted a while back that my brake light switch keeps coming on when I initially push on the brake pedal upon start-up and stays on till key is removed from ignition.

I have changed bulbs......
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-24-2013, 06:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,404
Posted By Softball60
Thanks for the information. I have an 89 560SL ...

Thanks for the information. I have an 89 560SL

I have started noticing a slapping sound during startup...Not Always....

I am thinking it's time for a new timing chain!!!! Close to 200,000 on...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-18-2013, 09:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,128
Posted By Softball60
Originally I tried the same as you to remove out...

Originally I tried the same as you to remove out the rear of the vehicle, Could not get it to work!!

- I did not have to undo the parking brake cable assm.

- Undo the trans mounts and jack...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-17-2013, 01:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,128
Posted By Softball60
I just happened to do mine last month. I...

I just happened to do mine last month.

I pulled the entire drive shaft (both halves) connected together including the center bearing which was broken loosed from the shaft but still bolted in...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-10-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,233
Posted By Softball60
It's not difficult! 1. Remove...

It's not difficult!

1. Remove ashtray/Cigarette lighter
2. Remove 2 screws
3. Remove face plate
4. Remove connectors/hoses/lights
5. Go to workbench and find issue/repair

I used...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-03-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,257
Posted By Softball60
Tom, Thanks for the information. Car is...

Tom,

Thanks for the information. Car is currently over at a friends on the rack. Am installing new fuel pumps and gas tank drain line hose!!

Softball60/Paul
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-03-2013, 03:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,257
Posted By Softball60
Walrus, Nothing derogatory was meant by my...

Walrus,

Nothing derogatory was meant by my comment. It was to ignite some of the great thinking and passion I have seen on some of the discussions with this group.

All of the bulbs were...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-03-2013, 11:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,257
Posted By Softball60
Thanks but that light is also working!!

Thanks but that light is also working!!
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