This is a thread with pictures on how to replace the Stock Boots on a Homokinetic Axle (the one with Cans on each end) doing it very close to the Mercede Service Manual Method without the Mercedes special Tools to do the job.
Changing CV Boots for your W123 Mercedes-Benz.
The Boostnbenz Guy has other diy stuff:
http://www.superturbodiesel.com/benz/boostnbenz.1baddsm.com/DIY/