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Old 11-17-2011, 11:45 AM
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What articles would you like to see for W126?

Here are some technical articles we may create using our 380SEL project car.

Oil Change
Transmission Oil Change
Air Filter Change
Fuel Filter Change
Double Row Timing Chain Retrofit
Head Gasket Replacment
Water Pump Replacement
Front Shock Replacement

Does anyone have any ideas of other articles they would like to see for these cars? Things we should certainly address?


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Old 11-17-2011, 11:49 AM
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-Changing sealed beam lamps
-Adjusting Steering Gearbox
-Monovalve replacement
-Door check replacement
-Lubricate sunroof
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Old 11-17-2011, 02:38 PM
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Since many of my 560sec's problems are electronic, I would appreciate info on circuit board troubleshooting of components.

Thanks,

John
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Old 11-17-2011, 03:17 PM
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Check/replacement of hydraulic compensators and shims. Camshaft replacement.
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Old 11-17-2011, 10:34 PM
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- Front end component replacement, ball joints ect.
- Speedometer fixes
- Gas gauge troubleshooting
- Center bearing replacement on the drive shaft
- Rear wheel bearings
- Front wheel bearings

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