One filter would last a lifetime
LOL

Didn't mention any special oiling

LOL

Thanks for the heads up

Just looking & saw reusable

oooh well
why don't they make a hepa too

The Mercedes air filter for the 560SEC looks like the Hengst cheapy brand.
The picture seems to suggest what they look like. Might be different for the 500SEC but I doubt it, althought I never really saw one.

I really don't think they are round like in some of the pictures, and like you'd expect to find on a 350 Chevy V8 or a Ford 302 V8 and the like.

The air filter insert for the air pump, in the picture, is just a little thing, but so often overlooked. The Mann one for $9.00 is a no brainer - buy one, and put it in yourself.

I even forgot to check it on mine: It has been so long. But I would bet you can see it if you take off the air cleaner cover, I think it sits inside there and you can just take it out and look at it.

If the one in there looks filthy, just put it in a new one, and make note of the date and mileage when you did. Prolem over for at least $15,000-30,000 miles.

I honestly don't know anything about radiator caps. How old is yours?

Just get the right one for an '83 500 euro, and be done with it.

Mine may have been replaced by the dealer at about 50,000 as part of the going through the Mercedes dealer gave it before selling it.

It got a lot; (I have the work order) they replace collapsed motor mounts,
leaking nitrogen air suspension cells, brake fluid flush, a full oil service and inspection, a new battery and alignment, front license bracket (PO ran it without front plates because he like the looks, brand new license plate for front came in the trunk of the car, obviously had never been mounted, as the US SEC bumpers look cleaner without a license plate or front bracket on them, like in advertisements), and some other work I can't remember.

They tried to make the car as perfect as possible, and tried to ask TOP price for it, as it looked nice - I think about $42,000 for it - I don't know for sure. I guess they thought if they did everything to it, it would sell for a good price. They were wrong.........

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1991 560 SEC AMG, 199k <---- 300 hp 10:1 ECE euro HV ...

1995 E 420, 170k "The Red Plum" (sold)

2015 BMW 535i xdrive awd Stage 1 DINAN, 6k, <----364 hp

1967 Mercury Cougar, 49k

2013 Jaguar XF, 20k <----340 hp Supercharged, All Wheel Drive (sold)

Some cable show from the 60's
Surfers exploring the world
Africa
Australia
New Zealand

I'm not a surfer
but love the beach
Just nice to look

I want to take the SEC to the beach
I need a good cruiser
I just couldn't take to the open road with the Volvo
It seemed to lift off the road

The little Volvo really doen't like going over 75 mph. I had taken the '91 down
to Los Angeles once on a vacation (used to go rather frequently, years ago) and they are better on the city streets.

Up at 90 mph or so the cork is really out of the bottle, and they bounce up and down. They are only a 4 cylinder 112 hp engine, not meant for this.

But the 560SEC is fine at 90 mph, the last time i did it my brother was in the car and couldn't believe the rpms so low on it at 90 mph. These SEC coupes just love to devour the macadam in long, effortless gulps.

They are designed for the open road. Pack a suitcase, put the bird in his carrier, and take off!!!

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1991 560 SEC AMG, 199k <---- 300 hp 10:1 ECE euro HV ...

1995 E 420, 170k "The Red Plum" (sold)

2015 BMW 535i xdrive awd Stage 1 DINAN, 6k, <----364 hp

1967 Mercury Cougar, 49k

2013 Jaguar XF, 20k <----340 hp Supercharged, All Wheel Drive (sold)

This thread is a good one for you to keep watching - about which brand of radiators to pick when you replace one.

Which Radiator

Really, you learn something every day.

Still, looks like Nissens or Behr are the best for these. With your low mileage, it's effectively a one time change (if you decide to do it) and viewed over the future projected lifetime of the car, probably well worth it.....

My one worry about 560SEC is this:

Some braindead teenager, driving some big SUV with blacked out windows and chatting or "texting" on a cell phone is going to bust my right of way and crash the SEC.

Nothing you can do about it, but from what I see around here, it might just be a matter of time.

Let's hope you and I and our cars can escape this fate!!

Like it or not, there is a large emotional investment in these rides, and it would be a shame to lose them because someone was being stupid or inattentive or drunk

(off podium now)..

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1991 560 SEC AMG, 199k <---- 300 hp 10:1 ECE euro HV ...

1995 E 420, 170k "The Red Plum" (sold)

2015 BMW 535i xdrive awd Stage 1 DINAN, 6k, <----364 hp

1967 Mercury Cougar, 49k

2013 Jaguar XF, 20k <----340 hp Supercharged, All Wheel Drive (sold)

75?

It's noticeble over 50
LOL

Actually had a great time getting to Enriques despite one eye on the temp gauge & all the road work

I almost past Reseda it was so enjoyable

Coming home was so hot
I didn't have the seat set up right
It was more precarious
Even 50 felt a bit weird in it
Nt much different than motor mounts
maybe they nade a difference

Still she is strong & tight

Look haS 55 tires
& its a 8 cylinder
heavy car

I do hope so

Will have to get a bird sitter
LOL
\\\\\

Angel has a great cage
He'son hisplaytop free most of the day
only goes in the cage to sleep at night


Can't bring him to beach
can't leave him in car
can't have him on beach

He;ll be fine at home

He has a great Aviian Adventures Cage
Got it used from San Diego
Guy even delivered it to my door

He;s a lucky bird
but its true I feel guilty leaving hi for more than a few hours
He really only has me
& he is very attached to me

Can't say that that's not in the back of my mind
You can be a careful driver
& still the idiots can make the road a nightmare.

Never really wanted to use the TA fr that reason
it wasmy investment
See its really appreciated
OOh well
I have the Benz now
& its infintitely more usable

Like you sad the car could keep me safe
Can't put a price on that

For $3000
I got airbag limited slip differential
& ABS
In a strong heavy car that can take some punishemnt
& not seal me in a sardine can...

Guess we have to take our chances
You never know when the moon will fall from the sky
just have to hope to get up
remember the celestrial object
& live to see some other heavenly body

Thank you Mercedesshop!!

Don't miss this.

Zerex G-05 at Wal-mart!

I kind of like this thread about the 500SEC Euro you started. Lots of knowledge goin' on. Kind of interesting for the next concerned first time buyer of W126, and especially for W126 euro buyers.

Decent even if it gets locked. It might; it is bloody long. And CS is probably the #1 busiest poster in all of M. Shop, running about 20 posts a day. Now that is busy!!!

LOL

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1991 560 SEC AMG, 199k <---- 300 hp 10:1 ECE euro HV ...

1995 E 420, 170k "The Red Plum" (sold)

2015 BMW 535i xdrive awd Stage 1 DINAN, 6k, <----364 hp

1967 Mercury Cougar, 49k

2013 Jaguar XF, 20k <----340 hp Supercharged, All Wheel Drive (sold)

So well said. What can I say? You are sooo worthy of this car.

How often it was said that the worst thing about these was that the wrong kind of people got to own them.

That is so not true, in your case

Get a few of the issues sorted.....and you will love driving this. It is a true GT car, it brings to life the true meaning and magic of Grand Touring.

However, you do have a problem here.....that bird.....oooooh

Do you have a pet bird or does the bird have a pet human?

Don't worry, I am not asking!!! Let's just call it a "rhetorical" question, and let it go at that.....

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1991 560 SEC AMG, 199k <---- 300 hp 10:1 ECE euro HV ...

1995 E 420, 170k "The Red Plum" (sold)

2015 BMW 535i xdrive awd Stage 1 DINAN, 6k, <----364 hp

1967 Mercury Cougar, 49k

2013 Jaguar XF, 20k <----340 hp Supercharged, All Wheel Drive (sold)

Oh,
I think this thread is both informative & entertaining.

Glad to see the Zerwz G5 is OK
but since I guess if I have a B tech change it
I'll use the MB
If I need to pick some up formy own personal use to change
it would seem if I found the Zerez easier & it was cheaper
then I'd get that

I'm a bit stoked
I'm really thinking the engine running hot is just a guage problem
but on;y a few drives will tell
I'll watch the guage
if it goes down suddenly
then creeps up again
most liekly its not the system

Water can't lost 5 or 10 degrees at a light in a seond then gain it back again under acceleration & I've seen something like that///

Hey, thats not that bad
just have to fix it

Thanks again for all your help
I have been learning so much

Night...

Ron is the owner of German Star parts (Mercedesshop name is German Star)
and he clarified everything about the radiators - the Euro is different - and he has a Mercedes parts business.

I'd definately consider shooting the your business to him.

He is on Benzworld Off topic all the time, and he is a real good guy. I would trust him (though I haven't needed parts from anyone for years, and never bought anything from him. I'd definately trust him., Would give him a shot for my parts needs, even though I have not done so yet.

I think you can click his signature link to get to his parts business website.

This discussion has gone over 400 posts. Unbelievable. The unfortunate term common to internet forums "post whore" comes to mind.

But it is all for the good (I hope)

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1991 560 SEC AMG, 199k <---- 300 hp 10:1 ECE euro HV ...

1995 E 420, 170k "The Red Plum" (sold)

2015 BMW 535i xdrive awd Stage 1 DINAN, 6k, <----364 hp

1967 Mercury Cougar, 49k

2013 Jaguar XF, 20k <----340 hp Supercharged, All Wheel Drive (sold)

He said it depends whether there is an oil cooler
It seems the additional radiator is a AC condenser
so it would appear my car does not have a oil cooler.

So I don't know it thats good or bad
& if that means my Euro willl or will not need a special radiator

Not getting a radiator yet
but want to know
just in case a shop tries to sell me the worng one
At least if I have some knowledge I might be able to stop them from making amistake.

I don't ecpect a rreg MB tech to know the Euro car especially if its different but then again I don't want them to mess up my car
so I have to take the time & incentive to try to be as informed as I can....

Thank you for the "avian" remarks.


and will you stop tempting me

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1991 560 SEC AMG, 199k <---- 300 hp 10:1 ECE euro HV ...

1995 E 420, 170k "The Red Plum" (sold)

2015 BMW 535i xdrive awd Stage 1 DINAN, 6k, <----364 hp

1967 Mercury Cougar, 49k

2013 Jaguar XF, 20k <----340 hp Supercharged, All Wheel Drive (sold)

You are learning incredibly quick. Maybe you can put Enrique to the test, when it is time.

I think if I were you, I would.

And I'd definately consider Ron (GermanStar) for parts.

goodnite

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1991 560 SEC AMG, 199k <---- 300 hp 10:1 ECE euro HV ...

1995 E 420, 170k "The Red Plum" (sold)

2015 BMW 535i xdrive awd Stage 1 DINAN, 6k, <----364 hp

1967 Mercury Cougar, 49k

2013 Jaguar XF, 20k <----340 hp Supercharged, All Wheel Drive (sold)

Night