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Posted By mercifiknow

Yep. I’ve actually started looking at something...

Yep. I’ve actually started looking at something “newer” that already has a better corrosion protection. I’m starting to think an engine is not the determining factor in buying an older car. It’s...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

06-21-2023, 05:36 PM

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Posted By mercifiknow

I still love my 250c. I started looking for a...

I still love my 250c. I started looking for a really good one but haven’t found one yet. I’m starting to also look at 450sl’s too. Going to start diving into issues they may have. I’ve been...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

06-18-2023, 12:28 PM

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Posted By mercifiknow

W107. A 1973 R107 450 is what I would like in...

W107. A 1973 R107 450 is what I would like in that chassis. However, the whole rust fiasco, in addition to not being able to find OEM quality parts, has really bitten me so badly that I’m seriously...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

06-17-2023, 07:59 PM

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Posted By mercifiknow

Hmm…leaving Mercedes possibly

So I’ve been talking to a person about buying my car for use as a parts car. I think I’m a little bummed that the car was barely driven and developed the rocker/ floorpan problems that led to it...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

05-13-2023, 10:51 AM

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Yikes…I finally pulled the trigger

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Yikes…I finally pulled the trigger

She’s on the waitlist to be restored. Supposed to 2yrs or less if they can get more people.

People are getting out of the business and man…does economics come into play!! 😮

🤣

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

08-20-2022, 11:17 AM

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Question on document for W114

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Posted By mercifiknow

I’ve used Books4cars many times and have sent the...

I’ve used Books4cars many times and have sent the questions regarding what I’m looking for.

The CD’s we not that helpful. I found nothing in there concerning body information.

My nerve is...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

08-17-2022, 08:05 AM

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Question on document for W114

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Posted By mercifiknow

I had same trouble as everyone else. I done have...

I had same trouble as everyone else. I done have a pc (Mac) and not going to get one for this. But that’s good to know!

Thanks for posting!

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

08-15-2022, 12:14 PM

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Question on document for W114

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Posted By mercifiknow

Yes have that stuff. I might ought to say I’m...

Yes have that stuff. I might ought to say I’m looking for info on actual chassis. Such as info you would find if you wanted to straighten out the frame or body. Or how the inner an outer rockers...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

08-15-2022, 11:36 AM

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Question on document for W114

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Posted By mercifiknow

Gmog, Thanks for info! Do you know what...

Gmog,

Thanks for info! Do you know what type of information is actually in those documents? I was kinda guessing on what would be in there.

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

08-15-2022, 10:23 AM

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Question on document for W114

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Posted By mercifiknow

Question on document for W114

Hopefully everyone is well!

I have the Mercedes Shop Manual and it’s pretty good. However I’m in need of a chassis manual. Did Mercedes make a chassis manual and, if so, know where I can get one...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

07-29-2022, 08:35 PM

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W114 250C Floor Pans

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Posted By mercifiknow

Rumb, are the floor pans the same as the 250...

Rumb, are the floor pans the same as the 250 sedan at least at the front that is?

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

07-24-2022, 11:06 PM

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W114 250C Floor Pans

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Posted By mercifiknow

We just moved in the new place and am starting to...

We just moved in the new place and am starting to look at things. The rust is very extensive now unfortunately. When sitting in drivers side the whole floor pan deflects 1/2” at least.

I asked...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

07-23-2022, 05:25 PM

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W114 250C Floor Pans

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Posted By mercifiknow

W114 250C Floor Pans

Are the floor pans on a 250c the same (or parts of it anyways) as a 250? Not only are my rockers crap but flooring as well. I have posts on my rockers but can’t figure out how to link them on a...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

02-07-2022, 08:52 AM

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‘70 W114 250C Exhaust

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Posted By mercifiknow

Thanks everyone! Will check

Thanks everyone! Will check

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

02-02-2022, 10:03 AM

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‘70 W114 250C Exhaust

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Posted By mercifiknow

‘70 W114 250C Exhaust

I need to replace the exhaust system on my car. Not the manifold.

Again trying to go back to factory floor conditions, who made the exhaust and can you still get it?

Thanks!

Forum: Detailing and Interior

01-26-2022, 07:59 PM

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Posted By mercifiknow

SB, I use a 2-bucket method. I use a MF...

SB,

I use a 2-bucket method. I use a MF mitt and wash in one direction. I’m not a full-fledged detail fanatic but I do enough for me and I’m willing to try new things. Scared about buffing and...

Forum: Detailing and Interior

01-26-2022, 07:10 PM

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Posted By mercifiknow

I should clarify black plastic exterior trim...

I should clarify black plastic exterior
trim panels non-painted

Forum: Detailing and Interior

01-26-2022, 06:55 PM

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Posted By mercifiknow

Thanks to both of you! I have a new...

Thanks to both of you!

I have a new Mercedes (2019) and you can eat off of it almost. I only let drinking water in the car. No eating in it. Still smells new!

Are either product you both...

Forum: Detailing and Interior

01-25-2022, 11:04 AM

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Posted By mercifiknow

What does one use for external black plastic?

What does one use for external black plastic?

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

01-20-2022, 02:49 PM

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Posted By mercifiknow

Scooter-yes was thinking about getting one. ...

Scooter-yes was thinking about getting one. Haven’t looked on Amazon yet or eBay but Pierce Manifolds and Redline sell them for $85 with adapter still have tax I think and shipping.

Mike- I...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

01-20-2022, 07:53 AM

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Posted By mercifiknow

Nothing. I just put my foot on the pedal for a...

Nothing. I just put my foot on the pedal for a minute or so to keep it running and i took my foot off and it stayed running. It runs rough but runs. I’m going to have to tune it but not sure...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

01-19-2022, 07:47 PM

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Posted By mercifiknow

ITS RUNNING!!!! Yay!!!

ITS RUNNING!!!! Yay!!!

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

01-19-2022, 01:31 PM

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Views: 886

Posted By mercifiknow

Anyone have a vacuum diagram so that I can check...

Anyone have a vacuum diagram so that I can check them?

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

01-19-2022, 09:46 AM

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