crazy....i'll give it a go again tomorrow.....

at least if i don't get that far, the car is driveable again with a new free-wheeling a/c compressor.

thanks guys.....

i also checked some previous threads...i understand it is do-able..maybe not just with my tools.... i see how a wrench might work, but a socket just won't fit...at leaast the way i see it...


BTW.... loosened the alternator...to do the belt.... actually you take the lower bolt completely out ...loosen the top a bit... then the alternator swings.... just like the old days...
tension seems to be fine upon re-tightening.... of course this is a new belt...

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1989 300ce 129k
( facelifted front,updated tail lights, lowered suspension,bilstein sports, lorinser front spoiler, MOMO steering wheel, remus exhaust,stainless steel brake lines). (Gone)

1997 s320 154k (what a ride). Sold with 179k miles. Replaced with Hyundai Equus

1994 e320 Cabriolet 108k



1972 280se 4.5 153k Owned for 12 yrs, sorry I sold it


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