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Forum: Tech Help 08-18-2004, 04:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,019
Posted By holimont
Thanks. I ordered a bootleg.

Thanks. I ordered a bootleg.
Forum: Tech Help 08-17-2004, 04:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,019
Posted By holimont
Need advice on selecting repair manual

I'm looking for a repair manual that would guide an experienced mechanic through his first Mercedes project. Valve job and timing chains on an 85 380 sl. I found the listing below, but am not sure...
Forum: Tech Help 06-15-2004, 10:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,169
Posted By holimont
Thanks for the recommendation

I'll call AutoWerks tomorrow to see what they suggest. It's about 30 miles from where the car is now located.
Forum: Tech Help 06-15-2004, 10:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,169
Posted By holimont
Found It

I found the info right here. Beats Google.
Forum: Tech Help 06-15-2004, 10:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,169
Posted By holimont
Benzmac?

Do you have a shop name for Benzmac. I did a Google search, but the hits weren't clear.
Forum: Tech Help 06-15-2004, 07:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,169
Posted By holimont
The mechanic didn't mention lower rails. The...

The mechanic didn't mention lower rails. The high end of the estimate was $7000. "Depending on the damage we find." The mechanic knows I can't afford to take a $7000 gamble, and has been making...
Forum: Tech Help 06-15-2004, 02:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,169
Posted By holimont
Pull engine to remove oil pan on 380?

The timing chain guide broke on my 85 380SL and the engine jumped timing. The drivers side valves are clearly bent. The low-side repair estimate is $3500 because, per the mechanic, the engine must...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-10-2004, 11:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 846
Posted By holimont
JB - Pictures you requested

Maybe I should e-mail the rest.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-10-2004, 11:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 846
Posted By holimont
JB - Pictures you requested

I have 7 pictures, but I'm not sure how to post them.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-09-2004, 04:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 846
Posted By holimont
The car is at the shop. I'll stop by tomorrow...

The car is at the shop. I'll stop by tomorrow and take some pictures. My daughter got me a phone with a camera and I've finally figured out how to get the photos to my pc. Any particular views in...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-08-2004, 11:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 846
Posted By holimont
Disabled 85 380 SL for sale

1985 380 SL, dark blue, original everything. Engine jumped timing and bent valves. Other than the engine, of course, the car is in very good condition. $4,000. Marietta, GA. 770-575-1158.
Forum: Tech Help 02-13-2004, 09:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,062
Posted By holimont
WD-40, if you don't have contact cleaner.

WD-40, if you don't have contact cleaner.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-22-2004, 10:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,170
Posted By holimont
I couldn't figure it out either. So I laid the...

I couldn't figure it out either. So I laid the washers over the holes and cranked the soft top down. I've had the top up and down many times over the past few years. The washers are still there. ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-22-2004, 01:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,170
Posted By holimont
When I got the car the windshield-mounted washers...

When I got the car the windshield-mounted washers were discolored, cracked, and one had a piece missing. I replaced them with washers from Perfomance Products. Perhaps your windshield-mounted...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-21-2004, 06:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,170
Posted By holimont
The plastic washers are on the windshield sockets...

The plastic washers are on the windshield sockets of my 85 380sl.
Forum: Tech Help 01-13-2004, 07:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 848
Posted By holimont
I have an 85 380sl with an O2 light. I read...

I have an 85 380sl with an O2 light. I read somewhere, maybe this site, that it comes on at the first 30,000 mile mark as a reminder to replace the sensor. I don't remember any mention of the light...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-08-2004, 07:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,435
Posted By holimont
Ten minutes for me. Five if I had had the front...

Ten minutes for me. Five if I had had the front end pointed downhill when I started.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-08-2004, 07:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,124
Posted By holimont
I had a similar problem on my 85 380sl driver's...

I had a similar problem on my 85 380sl driver's side belt. I took the straw from my WD-40, put it on a silicon spray can, pointed it into the hole where the seat belt lives, sprayed the hell out of...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-08-2004, 07:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,435
Posted By holimont
Here are some very clear pictures. Make sure the...

Here are some very clear pictures. Make sure the front of the car is not uphill from the back, or you will get a wet surprise.

http://www.zianet.com/SLlover/page62g.html
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-06-2004, 07:23 PM
Replies: 777
Views: 118,754
Posted By holimont
I have a 1985 380sl I got from a cousin, the...

I have a 1985 380sl I got from a cousin, the original owner, about four years ago and have driven it daily since. 91K now. Brakes, rear muffler, mono valve, gas cap, oil and filter changes are the...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-05-2004, 08:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 844
Posted By holimont
I haven't used pop-a-dent, but I did take my 85...

I haven't used pop-a-dent, but I did take my 85 380sl to a Dent Wizard shop to have a shopping cart ding removed. Didn't work. They use a 4-foot pry bar with a pivot point attached to the car and...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-01-2004, 08:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,971
Posted By holimont
Had a similar problem with the heat on my 85...

Had a similar problem with the heat on my 85 380sl. Replaced the mono valve. Ten minutes. $30. Heater now works great.
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