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Forum: Tech Help 04-02-2008, 09:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,017
Posted By janepabst
Did it work the way you discribed it?

My 1989 420 sel won't start. My mechanic in Houston (I just moved to Austin, said that I need a new starter motor. The motor makes the motor noise when I start the car, but it qon't completely start....
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-06-2007, 10:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,278
Posted By janepabst
B Pillar repair

Thank you for telling me the "professional " name of the metal post in between the front door and the back. I have a 1989 420 sel 4 door. It has "parchment colored leather. Please send me your Diy...
Forum: Tech Help 05-08-2007, 09:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 676
Posted By janepabst
Thanks for blower motor reply.

I love this forum because it teaches me so much. Thanks jane
Forum: Tech Help 05-07-2007, 05:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 676
Posted By janepabst
Blower motor

The AC in my 1989 420sel wasn't working. I took it to my mechanic who tested the front fan, the freon, the fuse, etc. He said it must be the blower motor and removed the front right (passenger)...
Forum: Tech Help 05-06-2007, 01:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 921
Posted By janepabst
window problem

I just had the window regulator in my right front window replaced. Look in the DIY article section here. Make sure you put wd-40 on the regulator before you put the door panel back on. It could also...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 03-07-2007, 10:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,278
Posted By janepabst
The damage to the post

It has small rips in it. I It needs to re recovered.Thanks Jane I will try to get you a picture also.
Forum: Detailing and Interior 03-06-2007, 06:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,278
Posted By janepabst
Thanks for replying

I am so glad that it is an easy DIY project. Please explain in greater detail what it takes to redo the interior post in between the front and back door.Thanks Jane
Forum: Tech Help 02-28-2007, 11:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 657
Posted By janepabst
Center console with gear sift repair

The center console with the gear sift and window buttons has come loose and the buttons have dropped. The rubber seal around the gear sift is loose. How do I repair this? I am a lady but have...
Forum: Tech Help 02-22-2007, 06:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 944
Posted By janepabst
Thanks for wanting to help!

I live in downtown Houston (or Midtown-as they call it.)Thanks for offering help. Jane
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 02-22-2007, 10:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,430
Posted By janepabst
Buying oem lug bolts or some made in China

I see your point. My 1989 420sel is a great car and run very well, but it needs a paint job and I know I can't get very much money for it, so I don't want to put money into it. (I had the oil changed...
Forum: Tech Help 02-20-2007, 11:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 944
Posted By janepabst
I will try to be a HandyMam!

Please send me the instructions. Thanks Jane
Forum: Tech Help 02-16-2007, 04:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 944
Posted By janepabst
The middle portion where the gears & buttons

I do not know the technical name of it, but the wood grained place where the gears and window buttons are in my 1989 420 sel is loose and the buttons have dropped down about an inch from where they...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 02-16-2007, 04:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,278
Posted By janepabst
I need new covering for door jam

A door jam is the post between the front and back doors, right? One of my jams needs to have the leather replaced. Where or how do I get this done?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 02-16-2007, 04:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,430
Posted By janepabst
Where can I get 2 lug nut bolts for 1989

I need 2 lug nut bolts for a 1989 420sel. I heard you could get cheap generic ones made in China. Do you have any info? Thanks Jane
Forum: Tech Help 02-16-2007, 04:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 689
Posted By janepabst
I changed the Bezels-Thank You!

After I got your message, I went out to my car and did it! I can't believe the satisfaction I get from doing it myself. My car looks much better! Your instructions were good. Thanks so Much. Jane
Forum: Tech Help 02-16-2007, 12:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 689
Posted By janepabst
How do I install new bezels in headlights?

I have a 1989 420sel. A friend gave me some bezels to put on my car.(mine are both broken). How do you replace the bezels? I know you are laughing, but I am a lady and not a man. I was able to...
Forum: Tex-Mex (TX, OK, NM, Mexico) 10-06-2006, 06:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,138
Posted By janepabst
I wouldn't do anything until Carlos

Thanks for warning me. I always go to Carlos first. Last time I was there when my AC didn't work, it was Carlos who realized what the problem was.
Forum: Tex-Mex (TX, OK, NM, Mexico) 09-30-2006, 03:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,138
Posted By janepabst
I like "Eurowheel" on Star Lane

This place is not fancy but they have been great to me, always fix my car and the price is reasonable. The owner is Carlos and he is very knowledgeable and friendly. I am in Houston Texas. Star Lane...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 09-30-2006, 03:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 414
Posted By janepabst
leather piece that covers right door post

I ripped the inside right door post covering and need to replace it. Any ideas? The inside of my car is dark beige.I have a 1989 420 sel. Thanks
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 09-30-2006, 03:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,136
Posted By janepabst
Rear Tail light Replacement.

I just replaced a busted rear tail light with a new one. All you do is open the trunk and undo the latches on the tail light to be replaced. Push the layer with the lights back so that you can get to...
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 09-30-2006, 03:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,405
Posted By janepabst
Buying used mercedes parts

I have bought many parts for my 1989 sel used and have been hAPPY. i JUST BOUGHT A RIGHT REAR TAIL LIGHT FROM A MAN WHO LEFT A NOTE IN MY CAR DOOR AND SAID HE HAD ONE FOR SALE. I PAID HI9M $30 FOR...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-16-2005, 09:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,053
Posted By janepabst
repairing bent grey plastic under door

My car was hit. The grey plastic bottom part of the door ( for lack of a better term) was bent. A friend of mine suggested that I heat it and it would go back in shape. It worked!
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-13-2005, 09:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,053
Posted By janepabst
Repainting-touch-up on 1989 420 sel

I had a pretty bad scrape on the right side of my mb. I read an article in the local paper about painting small areas of your car that nnede help. First, you sand the area. Then you add bondo which...
Forum: Tech Help 06-13-2005, 09:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 992
Posted By janepabst
How do you put a new right front light assembly on?

Dear Sirs,
A woman ran into my car and I have to replace the right front light assembly. How is this done? I also learned thhat there are three different light assemblies for a 1989 420 sel. ...
Forum: Tech Help 07-27-2004, 01:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 809
Posted By janepabst
San Miguel Allende Mexico-MB repair in Mexico

Hola! I drove to mexico in my 420sel 1989 MB. The Mexican highways are greatly improved and you can drive as fast as you want! I was thinking of having some work done on my car here. Does anyone...
Forum: Tech Help 05-26-2004, 08:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,370
Posted By janepabst
Thanks for info!

Thank You!
Forum: Tech Help 05-12-2004, 06:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 853
Posted By janepabst
MB keys

Thanks for that information. I will use it in the future!
Forum: Tech Help 05-12-2004, 06:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 647
Posted By janepabst
Ac not cool in 420 sel 1989

A year ago I had to put more freon in my MB. This March I had to put more in. Now the Ac is not cool . The last time a man had a testing device that he put all over my ac system (under the hood). He...
Forum: Tech Help 05-12-2004, 06:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,370
Posted By janepabst
Need name of website I got from mercedeshop-I guy had a 1989 MB and a leica camera.

I found a website several months ago of a man who showed pictures and explained how hw repaired he MB 420 sel. It was perfect.!Does anybody have the name of that website? Thanks, Jane
Forum: Tech Help 11-17-2003, 09:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 853
Posted By janepabst
keys make xerox copies of

I recently had to pay $55 to get a duplicate key for my MB 420sel. I asked the man who was making the key if he could make a key from a picture of the key. Each side is different. Can I scan each...
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