Skid: you are right. There are few if any competent mechanics at the dealer that actually have experience with a vintage mb.

But, more often than not, the shop foreman has been there for 30+ years and does have the knowledge. The dealer also has the proper literature available, and is not shy to condemn a part if it is even slightly out of spec.

To the op: you can go to the dealer, just call or show up in advance and ask to speak with the shop foreman. Ask him how long he has been there and what kind of experience he has with the Wxxx.

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Eugene

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