Gentlemen,

Thank you for your valuable insights. There is a wealth of information in your posts and it will take a novice like me a while to digest. But digest I will. The tires are brand new and well balanced. Alignment work was performed recently. The shocks appear to be original and there is no record of them being replaced by the PO. However, they seem to be in good working order. But I realize there is bound to be some ride improvement with a new set. Yes Steve, going over lane reflectors and rough pavement does feel a bit harsh compared to how I remember a new 126 felt. It appears that the subframe work is a bit beyond my capabilities at this time. I feel comfortable performing fluid replacements, brake pad work, electronic diagnosis and relatively minor replacements such as injectors, EHA valve, etc. Thanks again for your help. I believe any prospective MB mechanic should be required to join this forum for at least a year after reading “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance” before he/she is allowed to learn on the job.

Cheers

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Riadh
'89 560SL Rauchsilber
And what is good, Phaedrus, and what is not good -- Need we ask anyone to tell us these things?