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Forum: Tech Help 09-13-2013, 04:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,110
Posted By Steve Gutman
Thanks DG, I'll order the parts and look for...

Thanks DG,

I'll order the parts and look for a free afternoon. Do you recall if the engine turns clockwise facing it form the front? I heard BMWs can snap the (hollow) camshaft if you don't.
...
Forum: Tech Help 09-13-2013, 03:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,110
Posted By Steve Gutman
Hello DG I will be searching your posts for...

Hello DG
I will be searching your posts for sure. Even with the low miles I expect to be making up for deferred maintenance. Do the rocker arms come off to change the valve seals? How tough is...
Forum: Tech Help 09-11-2013, 03:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,110
Posted By Steve Gutman
Hello Gilly, Thanks for the advice. I think...

Hello Gilly,

Thanks for the advice. I think I will drive it for a summer or two if I see no symptoms. First thing is to change the rest of the fluids. I hope to keep it in excellent condition. ...
Forum: Tech Help 09-11-2013, 11:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,110
Posted By Steve Gutman
Between 2002 and 2008 I was looking for a 300 SE...

Between 2002 and 2008 I was looking for a 300 SE in the late 126 chassis for easier service and fewer (problematic) options, to use up as a daily driver. I tried to buy a few but there was something...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-10-2013, 07:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,631
Posted By Steve Gutman
lucky it was on a parts car ;) The Mercedes seem...

lucky it was on a parts car ;) The Mercedes seem to come apart and go together better than other cars. THat was a BMW.
Steve
Forum: Tech Help 09-10-2013, 07:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,110
Posted By Steve Gutman
Back to Mercedes, 1991 300 SE, 27,500 Mi

Hello All,
I have been mostly absent for a few years on this forum but I did it again. The last Mercedes was a 1985 500 SL AMG. Had it 13 years and sold it at 145,000 miles. Loved that car. ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-10-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,631
Posted By Steve Gutman
Flaps are below the dash.

The flaps that control the air flow are under the dash. I don't remember the procedure but I think they only control Defrost, middle or flow to the feet. I think the switch form AC to Heat is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-10-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,631
Posted By Steve Gutman
Mono/Duo Valve on the top

I recall that the Mono Valve is on the top of the engine bay back by the firewall. It has the heater hoses going to it. Can't remember right or left side but google image it and look. It is the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-01-2010, 06:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,020
Posted By Steve Gutman
Solid

I bought my 1985 SL because it is so solid, for a convertible. Most old convertibles are creaky, leaky and flimsy, especially compared to the Mercedes. It just rides great.
I also fell for the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-23-2010, 11:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,428
Posted By Steve Gutman
Answers found

I found the CD... It doesn't tell you to remove a heat sheild, then the trans cover (even though you do) but the manual says:
Remove trans drain plug, Turn crank to line up bolt on torque converter...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 08-22-2010, 11:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,428
Posted By Steve Gutman
Trans Bolt Torque Spec? Procedure?

CD Rom is misplaced and although I did this job 30,000 miles ago I have forgotten...

What is the torque spec for the Trans Pan bolt?
What is the torque spec for the Trans Pan Dain Plug?
What is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 06-13-2010, 05:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,231
Posted By Steve Gutman
Fine Project!

I think the 450 SLC 5.0 was a factory sponsored class winner in the Paris to Dakar rally in 1979 or 80... I will try to post some pics I saved somewhere. I just like that car. Stillkicking myself...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 06-16-2009, 10:52 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 742
Posted By Steve Gutman
Tech Help - Window Guides and regulator

I heard a cracking and the drivers window is now loose from it's mount. I removed the door panel and see a broken plastic curved shield piece in the bottom and the rubber under the window is flopping...
Forum: Tech Help 06-15-2009, 12:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 671
Posted By Steve Gutman
Isn't there a post? Please give me a link

I can't be the forst one to request a priocedure for the repair of a windoe regularot. My searches come up with 500 posts and I can't seem to find a good one. Please help, if you can.
Forum: Tech Help 06-13-2009, 07:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 671
Posted By Steve Gutman
85 107 Window R&R - Advice?

I heard a cracking and the drivers window is now loose from it's mount. I removed the door panel and see a broken plastic curved shield piece in the bottom and the rubber under the window is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-25-2009, 11:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,682
Posted By Steve Gutman
Timing on the Benz...

I had a timing chain replaced and then after had some drivability problems. A local mechanic said he wanted to check the timing for $150. I asked him how and he said he would line up the timing...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-25-2009, 10:21 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 24,511
Posted By Steve Gutman
85 500 SL AMG

The 500 SLs are all Gray Market cars. I don't know why they were not imported. The Euro 500s had 240 hp and the US 560 SL had 236. The 560 SL passed emmissions with a "smog pump" tha pumps air...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-25-2009, 07:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,132
Posted By Steve Gutman
There are a lot of posts about this but basically...

There are a lot of posts about this but basically this is a difficult job to get right and you should take it to an upholstry shop. I want to do mine myself (it's bad) and I don't care if it's not...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-25-2009, 07:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 903
Posted By Steve Gutman
R107 Starter Bolt Torque Setting?

Anyone know off Hand the Tourque Setting for the starter bolts? I can't find the section on the CD ROM. Also, this job is not as easy as it should be!
Thanks, Steve
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-11-2007, 11:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,258
Posted By Steve Gutman
Addative

The 107 manual says to add an addative for limited slip differentials to eliiminate gear noise. I bought some at Pep Boys when I bought the fluid. I dont know which models had limited slip. Don't...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 09-06-2007, 05:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 720
Posted By Steve Gutman
I would like to get $600 but do not expect that. ...

I would like to get $600 but do not expect that. The tires cost about $400 and I bought the wheels used for $200 for the set of four.

Perhaps you can make an offer?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 09-06-2007, 12:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 720
Posted By Steve Gutman
Prepare For Winter! (4) 14” Bundt Cake Rims with 4 Snow Tires.

I am considering selling a set of snow tires on rims. The rims are 14’ Bundt Cake
The Tires are Nokian Hakkapalletta Q Stud less snow tires. The tires have about 6,000 miles on them and they grip...
Forum: Tech Help 07-21-2007, 02:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 833
Posted By Steve Gutman
Ever fix your trans?

I was looking to buy a used one but it won't go into 4ht gear. Did you ever solve your problem? If so, how?
Forum: Tech Help 06-19-2007, 07:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,764
Posted By Steve Gutman
The idle jumping could be your idle control valve...

The idle jumping could be your idle control valve and controller. Your dying problem could be your ignition control module in the left fender well. Does it die when cold or hot? Does it run okay...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-11-2007, 10:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 432
Posted By Steve Gutman
I think the fan works on the higher settings but...

I think the fan works on the higher settings but only the A/C cuts out. I even think the fan will run for a short time on the higher setting as well. I can live with it but want to get to the...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-09-2007, 09:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 432
Posted By Steve Gutman
Air conditioning cuts out.

This is actually for a BMW but I can’t find a BMW forum with the technical expertise of this group.

If I turn the fan switch over the second of four positions the A/C cuts out. If I turn it off...
Forum: Tech Help 06-09-2007, 09:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,764
Posted By Steve Gutman
Post How many miles are on the engine? How does it...

How many miles are on the engine? How does it idle? Steady? What do you mean Bogged down? Does it ever die?

First, make sure you have the correct O2 sensor for your car. My Euro 500 uses a...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-26-2006, 02:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,021
Posted By Steve Gutman
Note that it is not a 14mm Socket but a Hex bit. ...

Note that it is not a 14mm Socket but a Hex bit. I would make sure they torque the plug and filter housing correctly as well. I cut off the end of a 14 mm allen wrench and jammed it into a 14mm...
Forum: Tech Help 12-15-2006, 03:35 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,258
Posted By Steve Gutman
I have a 107 body SL that I drove several winters...

I have a 107 body SL that I drove several winters in Chicago. Hakka Q's all around provide excellent traction and handling. Snow tires make it possible because it won't hold itself on a hill in...
Forum: Tech Help 11-28-2006, 02:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 830
Posted By Steve Gutman
I would like to see more of these photos too. I...

I would like to see more of these photos too. I have an '85 500SL AMG (appearance package only) and I love to see original photos of them.
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