I would follow Benzmac's advice to fix it right, fix it for good and not modify your Benz.

Check all the wiring and replace the starter with a certified Bosch rebuilt. I have tried other starters and alternators, and have found it to be false economy to buy anything else.

Good luck,

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Larry Bible
'84 Euro 240D, 523K miles
'88 300E 5 Speed
'81 300D Daughter's Car
Over 800,000 miles in
Mercedes automobiles