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Car Audio and Multimedia
01-01-2023, 07:13 PM
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W124 antenna shutoff?
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further on antenna shutoff
I understand your comment to indicate the antenna gets its 12v control signal from the amplifier rather than directly from the head unit. Is this a correct statement? If it gets the 12v signal from...
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Tech Help
07-18-2019, 06:24 PM
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M104 plug/coil wires?
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I found Bosch kits somewhere a few months ago,...
I found Bosch kits somewhere a few months ago, either FCP or *********. I've seen some postings somewhere regarding Karlyn that were not encouraging.
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Car Audio and Multimedia
06-07-2019, 04:15 PM
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Installed a 143A alternator in my W124 (86-95E-class) - with photos
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I did this for my E320 when it hit 100K and it's...
I did this for my E320 when it hit 100K and it's been fine for several years. One of these days I'll get around to upgrading the wiring, but so far so good and other issues have popped up. Had to...
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Car Audio and Multimedia
06-07-2019, 03:58 PM
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Replacement Speakers for W124 / '95 E300
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w124 door speakers
The front speakers are described in the FSM, according to another poster, as 160mm. I had such fun with the process that I'd recommend anyone contemplating replacements find an old enclosure or pair...
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Diesel Discussion
04-25-2019, 05:51 PM
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Six Years of W210 Expenses
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depreciation perspective?
With respect to all posting here, upkeep costs are comparatively low per annum, even on older model Benzes, than depreciation in first several years on a new car. Figure fifteen percent per year for...
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Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires
04-25-2019, 04:46 PM
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W124 Alignment and Camber/Toe/Caster
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w124 personality
I've a 95 w124 with Sportline bits, though I replaced the MB shocks with much preferable Konis. The other car has some familiar aftermarket springs, drawing a blank on the name, that lowered it...
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Car Audio and Multimedia
01-04-2018, 03:02 PM
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CD cassette 95 E320
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The somewhat later models use a different CD...
The somewhat later models use a different CD cassette but interface with the factory head unit; I found a NOS one on ebay a couple years ago. Not sure how far the coverage overlap extends, however. ...
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Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum
10-18-2017, 03:00 PM
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So how good is the M103 engine?
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Great engines; one caveat
My wife had an M103; I've two M104 cars in the driveway. Most folks I know swear by both, with two caveats on the M103: the original valve guides were a known problem area, and my wife had to...
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Detailing and Interior
05-18-2016, 05:00 PM
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W126 Console Roll top repair
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roll top
I've not faced this, yet, but expect to. For new fabric, get linen or canvas off ebay; some fairly heavy yard goods available. I would use Barge cement rather than rubber cement. It's been used by...
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Tech Help
07-30-2015, 01:14 PM
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where to buy w124 mirror rubber? reasonable price
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w124 mirror rubber
I was just quoted a price by my dealer, 450 dollars for a single rubber.
Will start with a careful coating of black RTV and wait for the aftermarket to respond.
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Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks
04-29-2015, 09:57 PM
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Fix or Part?
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I 'totalled' my Volvo 164 twice, and in each...
I 'totalled' my Volvo 164 twice, and in each instance the damage was very similar to your pic: sheet metal, radiator, trim bits, but engine etc. all fine.
In each instance I haggled with insuror and...
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Car Audio and Multimedia
05-31-2014, 11:05 PM
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1995 Mercedes E300 Diesel Speaker Mount Adapters?
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downsizing w124 door speakers
Save the old factory speaker frames but cut out the central magnet assembly and cone. Cut through the struts that connect the perimeter of the old speaker to the 'hub' after measuring carefully,...
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Detailing and Interior
04-22-2014, 06:37 PM
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MB Tex Vs. Leather
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leather needs maintenance
Certainly after sitting in a salvage yard for years, I would expect MB Tex or any quality artificial material to endure better. Leather is a mammal skin. If it's better quality, aniline-dyed,...
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Car Audio and Multimedia
03-21-2014, 10:26 PM
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w124 door speaker upgrade query
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Thanks a million--or perhaps two million, one per...
Thanks a million--or perhaps two million, one per door. My contemplated speakers' magnets actually should clear the rear segment of the pod, if narrowly. That you were able to shim the pod a bit...
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Car Audio and Multimedia
03-21-2014, 11:42 AM
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w124 door speaker upgrade query
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w124 door speaker upgrade query
Has anyone replaced the original speaker with aftermarket 6-1/2 units, and if so, how did you resolve the problems that top-mounting a speaker into the factory box creates? Most candidate speakers...
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Diesel Discussion
03-18-2014, 10:38 PM
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Another W124 blower motor query
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penetrating grease
If it's just a squeal and not otherwise faulty, you might want to try Wurth HHS 2000 spray. Penetrates as a light liquid but then sets up a nice grease. I used this on a bathroom fan six months ago...
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Detailing and Interior
02-25-2014, 07:12 PM
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W126 door inner panel; broken tabs
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Just a thought on materials. Has anyone tried...
Just a thought on materials. Has anyone tried forming and welding Lexan for this kind of problem? If MEK will weld it, you could form a long strip to the right angle and then just
cut off several...
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Car Audio and Multimedia
07-05-2013, 12:17 PM
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Installed a 143A alternator in my W124 (86-95E-class) - with photos
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Alternator upgrade
Bless your heart for sharing this; I'm also indebted to another poster for useful information on upgrading stereo. I hope others will post solutions they've found, not just questions.
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Car Audio and Multimedia
07-04-2013, 11:53 PM
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Anyone with any questions about W124 / W126 stereo installations pls read
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You've confirmed my instinctive reservations...
You've confirmed my instinctive reservations about going to the average shop. Planning on replacing rear shelf speakers in 95 E320 with 5" coaxials. Will they clear, with perhaps some supplemental...
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