i used to different ones on my 103's . the one in the picture i used the second time.

In each case, i couldn't turn the knob easily to get to the exhaust valve by the transmission dipstick.

i figured 11/12 ain't bad. the 260e is not a "forever" car. When it comes time to get the 300CE done again... it will get the complete valve job

I smacked as well.... but the compressor held the valve.. of course i was also at tdc.

I did have on scare: I smacked one of the valves a bit too hard and the whole spring popped off.... valve stayed in place

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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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