1> can't spin the pulley... i think the pulley is hitting ever so slightly against whatever that thing that turns is... we used to set timing marks against it.

2---It could be a failing fan clutch bearing..

I think it's the slightest beginning of a failing fan clutch bearing....

I happen to have a new one in the parts pin.... since this is a job we have to do when our cars get up there..

doesn't explain the copper shavings however


I think tomorrow, I will pull everything and put a new fan clutch bearing bracket on..... i hate that job...but happy that i have the part...

this engine only has 109k on it.....but the 300ce is mint and it's a keeper.

I guess i will keep everyone posted.... i am looking at a 3 to 3 1/2 hour job

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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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