Greetings... this is my first post.
I found the place with a search of
google and I am delighted to see
there are others that seem to
think the W123 Mercedes diesel is
great car. I have a rather nice
1983, 240D with manual 4 speed
trans. which I am now fixing
the front end of this car which
includes the upper control link,
drag link, tierods, shocks, etc.

I have to replace/fix the front caliper
on this car due to the fact that
they are leaking. my question
is what brand of Caliper is
good Bendix or Ate?

Also what should a spend for a
Rebuilt caliper and were I should
buy this part at.

Thanks in advance and
good to see others with interest in
this type of car..

MK

Your originals are probably ATE. However, I'd rebuild them rather than replace. It's an easy repair, and the cost for a rebuild kit is only $25 to $30. See link below.

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=5064

Good luck!

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1976 240D
1987 560SL
2007 E320 Bluetec
1998 C280 (now son’s car)
1982 240D Manual - Sold

What would I do if there is corrsion in the bores of the
calipers??? can that be removed

just wondering ..

any rate thanks for reply..

mk

are available for 45 at the local parts store here in laf. havent tried them yet but intend to do so on my 2 240ds. i prefer the ate calipers. really havent had trouble with the bendix but i dont like the little fussy hair pin retainers.

tom w

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

If you can't clean them up with an abrasive pad or steel wool, I would not rebuild them. You could take them apart and inspect them before you buy the kits, however, that will make your downtime longer.

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1976 240D
1987 560SL
2007 E320 Bluetec
1998 C280 (now son’s car)
1982 240D Manual - Sold

well thats probly the best course..

disasembling the caliper and and seeing if it
can be rebuilt...

my other question is what should i pay for rebuilt
calipers?

thanks

MK