Just a thought...if you're planning on doing this job by yourself or at an INDY buy the reman parts for the head ahead of time if you plan on renting a car (if you get a loaner - no worries).

I have to wait for a shipment from Germany. No dealership in the US or Canada had them in stock. The fastest way is from teh mothership in Germany (5-7 days no guarantees - it's hurricane season)

Indy = $$$$$ + rental (or if you have a 2nd car no worries) = $$$$$$$$$$

Stealership = $$$$$$$$$ (loaner) = $$$$$$$$$

Stealership wins (you drive a Benz for 2-3 weeks instead of PT cruiser)

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1991 190E 311K [Brilliant Silver/Black MBTEx] -retired
1996 E300 315K [Black/Grey MBTex]

Want to put a tank in the trunk for WVO/SVO in the E300 Need to find a place to store my OIL!
Still procrastinating about the biodiesel/WVO
Made some biodiesel but so afraid to pour it all in - I've added some and think I'll supplement my fuel to see how I make out

Made some biodiesel but the process scares me - methanol fumes are not your friend! Need to do this outside.