Thanks for the fast reply!

I think I am in the market for several molded hoses, as mine are awfully hard, and the one connected to the valve cover--to the right and slightly behind the oil filler, is hard and leaking oil on the engine. This is the one that also connects to the air cleaner.

I need to look further into the engine on this car, as it has come to my attention that this may not be the original engine. The A/C compressor is installed on the passenger side of the engine, and the bracket that holds the power steering unit appears to have been replaced at some point.

My owners manual says that my car, built in 3/84, should have V belts. Mine has a single flat belt, and the threading of the belt is different from what my Haynes manual shows. Haynes shows the A/C compressor installed under the PS pump.

Do I need to be terribly concerned? Or, did Mercedes make lots of changes during production?

My local MB dealer is being very helpful, so far, but he cant do more than get me parts at this time. I am in the process of having 2 keys made for this car thru him.

Sorry for the long posts, and multiple questions. This car is almost ready to be tagged and driven. I want to make sure everything is safe and working properly.

Thanks,

Bruce

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My first Mercedes Benz. 4/6/07.

1984 190E (201 024) 2.3L four.