does any one know what type of socket does it take to change front shocks on 560. has many sides on the bolt/nut whatever you call it .i have tried numerous sockets with out any luck.

iirc it takes a 12 point 10mm. and you need a 1/2" drive to turn it cause it takes alot of torque to get them out.

with the breaker bar.

good luck. you have to unhook the top of the shock and swing it to one side then the other to get on the bolts.

tom w

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..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

560SL? 560SEL? 560SEC?

Sixto
93 300SD

560sel tried 10 was too small and 11 was to big

johnlo, if that's the case try English size sockets.

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try 10 again. your nut is just dirty. it is a tight fit, that is why it will develop so much torque.

it is not english. trust me.

tom w

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

I agree with Tom, it's a 10mm twelve point.

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I'm not a doctor, but I'll have a look.

'85 300SD 245k
'87 300SDL 251k
'90 300SEL 326k

Six others from BMW, GM, and Ford.

Liberty will not descend to a people; a people must raise themselves to liberty.[/IMG]

ok guys 2 that agree i good with that wilkl give it a shot tomorrow apppreciate the help.

make that 3.

12pt 10 mm.

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1980 500SE/AMG Euro
1981 500SEL Euro
1982 380SEL
1983 300TD
1983 500SEC/AMG Euro
1984 500SEC
1984 300TD Euro
1986 190E 2.3-16
1986 190E 2.3
1987 300D
1997 C36 AMG
2003 C320T 4matic

past: 1969 280SE 4.5 | 1978 240D | 1978 300D | 1981 300SD | 1981 300SD | 1982 300CD | 1983 300CD | 1983 300SD | 1983 380SEC | 1984 300D | 1984 300D | 1984 300TD | 1984 500SEL | 1984 300SD | 1985 300D | 1986 300E | 1986 560SEL | 1986 560SEL/Carat | 1987 560SEC | 1991 300D 2.5 | 2006 R350

just for fun, 4!

Jonathan

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