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Forum: Tech Help 03-13-2004, 11:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 674
Posted By jaybirdw
Thanks, Turned out to be a bad fuse. #3 in...

Thanks,

Turned out to be a bad fuse. #3 in the fuse compartment on passenger side footwell.

Now my driver's seat won't engage, so it slips back and forth on the track.
Forum: Tech Help 03-12-2004, 11:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 674
Posted By jaybirdw
Elec.Windows sl560

Passenger side elec. window on 1987 sl560 won't go down. Worked completely normally until this suddenly developed.

Where are fuses and or relays located so i can work through this?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-26-2003, 11:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,050
Posted By jaybirdw
number of fuel pumps in 1987 560sl

I have a classical "hot start" problem and am planning to replace the fuel accumulator to see if that resolves it. If not, will plan to replace the fuel pump check valve(s?)..

Incidentally, a...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-16-2003, 10:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,025
Posted By jaybirdw
Windscreen

I received my windscreen today, from Performance Products ($285 incl. shipping). I took advantage of their current 15% discount.

It took under 2 min to install. No drilling, etc. Is well designed,...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-04-2003, 08:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,020
Posted By jaybirdw
May I ask: What did it cost you for parts and...

May I ask:
What did it cost you for parts and labor, to get the accumulater and check valve leak tested, then replaced.
Thanks,
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-04-2003, 11:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,175
Posted By jaybirdw
Rob, You are absolutely correct. You'll have...

Rob,

You are absolutely correct. You'll have to take your sliding pieces and use them. The moulding is in left and right pieces. Get someone to help you and you can avoid scratching your paint.
...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-19-2002, 04:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 673
Posted By jaybirdw
starting variability

My 1987 SL 560 (96k mileage) which is generally in excellent condition, starts smoothly, hitting on all cylinders on the first cranking of each day; and after being shut down several hours.
...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-31-2002, 10:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,588
Posted By jaybirdw
What is a "Zip Pull" ?

What is a "Zip Pull" ?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-24-2002, 11:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,880
Posted By jaybirdw
Removal of parcel shelf in 107

A trim shop solved the question. Although it sounds like there may be other approaches (?depending on the year of manufacture), my '87 560 SL's is thus: Lift up on the forward (front) edge with each...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-19-2002, 06:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,880
Posted By jaybirdw
Thanks for the tip, Benjy. Will check it out.

Thanks for the tip, Benjy. Will check it out.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-16-2002, 11:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,880
Posted By jaybirdw
Thanks to all you good members who responded to...

Thanks to all you good members who responded to my posting re the parcel shelf and carpets, for your responses.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-14-2002, 06:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,175
Posted By jaybirdw
Removal/Installation of soft top cover moulding

I've obtained an OE soft top cover moulding to replace a damaged one on my 107 (1987 560SL). On inspection of the presently installed piece from the underside of the soft top cover, I see nuts that...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-13-2002, 03:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,880
Posted By jaybirdw
removal of parcel shelf , & carpet issues

Would appreciate knowing just how to remove parcel shelf from behind seats in my 107 (1897, 560SL) without doing any damage.

Also, does anyone have any experience with obtaining individual carpet...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-12-2002, 10:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,278
Posted By jaybirdw
560SL Starting in 1st

Richard,

Could you be a little more explicit on what you did? e.g. Did you momentarily go into "1" and then into drive before moving ahead, or did you get up to some speed in "1" before shifting...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-26-2002, 10:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 877
Posted By jaybirdw
Fluids

Thanks, Mike
Forum: Site Feedback 07-24-2002, 10:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,214
Posted By jaybirdw
Extensive fluid list

I heartily agree that we could benefit from a thorough list of fluids for our Benz's. Mine is an '87 560 SL.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-23-2002, 02:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 877
Posted By jaybirdw
Fluids

Recently acquired 1987 560SL and learning about it. My first MB. This one doesn't need anything done, but I have restored a '57 T-Bird and a '65 mustang convertible in the past.

What power...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-22-2002, 10:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,191
Posted By jaybirdw
Can you identify Metric more specifically for...

Can you identify Metric more specifically for some of us ?
e.g. website, etc.
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