I did it on my 300e a couple of years ago, and I don't remember struggling with it much. Then again, I dropped the whole thing and replaced everything.

I have a sneaking suspicion I might end up re doing the whole thing because I can't stand rusty stuff under my wagon and I plan to keep this one long term.

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Eugene

10 E63 AMG
93 300te 4matic
07 BMW X3
14 Ford F-150 Fx2