What to FIX first
 

Hi Tech Guys
some items that need attention on the 85-380SL are

steering shock is leaking.
steering box needs to be resealed.
right side valve cover is leaking.
the rear differential is leaking.

being that I drove her only 5500 miles a year. what problem should be fixed first, and what can I expect to pay to fix all of the above at the dealer? I budget about $1500.00 a year for repairs.
Thanks Guys, happy driving.

joe moon
85-380SL-88k
94-E320Sedan-64k
95-E320Cabriolet-62k

Can't speak on Dealer charge for repairs. I stay as far away as possible.

As for the order of repairs, I would focus in this order:

Valve Cover seal (easy DIY), rear end seal, steering box seal, then steering shock (DIY).

if you steer clear of the dealer, that $1500 should be enough to fix everything.

As for order I think txstinger is right on the money ;)

xp

Single or double timing chain?

(Maybe double by 1985)

Hi All

Thanks Guys. Double timing chain.
Happy driving.

Joe Moon