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Forum: Tech Help 05-14-2018, 02:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,003
Posted By metaprinter
SOLVED.

The problem was a blown out rubber diaphragm (https://imgur.com/hcgPBbf) inside the Vacuum Element - Main Air Flap Control (the one on the right side when looking at it from the passenger seat. You...
Forum: Tech Help 05-05-2018, 01:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,007
Posted By metaprinter
so... what does the fuse on top of the OVP relay...

so... what does the fuse on top of the OVP relay control that would cause hard start/rough idle? also, what does OVP stand for? Thanks.
Forum: Tech Help 03-18-2018, 11:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,436
Posted By metaprinter
UPDATE: In order to replace the water pump on a...

UPDATE: In order to replace the water pump on a 420SEL you do indeed need to remove the radiator as well as the distributor and the harmonic balancer...i kid you not. While i was in there i changed...
Forum: Tech Help 09-26-2017, 03:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,436
Posted By metaprinter
about 3 weeks ago my coolant level light came on...

about 3 weeks ago my coolant level light came on and it was low so i added 1 qt. couldn't see any leaks. then last week it came on again. i parked the car, came out and saw the fluid on the ground....
Forum: Tech Help 09-24-2017, 12:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,436
Posted By metaprinter
1987 420SEL Water Pump Replacement Questions

I woke up to a nice sized puddle of coolant under the front of my 1987 420SEL this morning. Coolant is definitely leaking from the front of the engine, i can't see exactly from where but by running...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 08-23-2017, 03:39 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 394
Posted By metaprinter
Driver's Heated Mirror 420 SEL

The driver's side Mirror on my 1987 420 SEL was damaged in an accident. I figured out how to remove the glass via the circular snap ring. My problem is I cannot find anyone who sells replacement...
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 08-23-2017, 03:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,788
Posted By metaprinter
will do. thank you Dmitry

will do. thank you Dmitry
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 08-22-2017, 11:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,788
Posted By metaprinter
Heated Mirror Replacement

The driver's side Mirror on my 1987 420 SEL was damaged in an accident. I figured out how to remove the glass via the circular snap ring. My problem is I cannot find anyone who sells replacement...
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 08-22-2017, 11:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,615
Posted By metaprinter
dangit. i literally just bought like $900 worth...

dangit. i literally just bought like $900 worth of parts from you guys.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 08-12-2017, 08:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,559
Posted By metaprinter
I went with the Michelin Premier A/S ...so far...

I went with the Michelin Premier A/S ...so far they ride awesome.
Forum: Tech Help 08-12-2017, 08:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,284
Posted By metaprinter
How do i mark a post as SOLVED?

How do i mark a post as SOLVED?
Forum: Tech Help 08-12-2017, 08:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,284
Posted By metaprinter
Thanks Mike Murrell for the instructions. It...

Thanks Mike Murrell for the instructions. It worked like a charm.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 08-12-2017, 06:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 689
Posted By metaprinter
I want these.

I want these.
Forum: Tech Help 08-12-2017, 10:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,003
Posted By metaprinter
UPDATED - blower speeds change with buttons...

UPDATED

- blower speeds change with buttons
- temperature wheel has no effect on system output air temp (always warm)
- pushing buttons to change vent output, i get defroster mode and the...
Forum: Tech Help 08-11-2017, 11:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,284
Posted By metaprinter
awesome! i'll give this a try. Thank you!

awesome! i'll give this a try. Thank you!
Forum: Tech Help 08-11-2017, 08:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,284
Posted By metaprinter
Replace hood ornament W126 1987 420 SEL

I got a new grille and need to transfer the old MB hood ornament (the spring loaded one that sticks up) but have no idea how to take it out. Searches online show seemingly every ornament except mine....
Forum: Tech Help 08-11-2017, 08:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,003
Posted By metaprinter
ugh... my takeaway from that thread is...replace...

ugh... my takeaway from that thread is...replace everything.
Forum: Tech Help 08-09-2017, 09:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,350
Posted By metaprinter
60 bux on ebay. Nice

thank you
Forum: Tech Help 08-09-2017, 09:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,350
Posted By metaprinter
what springs

as others have said, and through my own research if you are looking for oem coil spring lesjofors are the best bet
Forum: Tool Rental Program 08-09-2017, 04:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,921
Posted By metaprinter
Looking to Borrow Spring Tool W126 1987 420SEL

Im in NJ so if you're close i can pick up, if not i'm willing to pay shipping.
Forum: Tech Help 08-07-2017, 04:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,350
Posted By metaprinter
[SOLVED] cracked spring

It wasn't obvious and i had to go back and forth looking at the rear springs looking for where it might look different but i finally found the left rear spring is broken near the bottom coils. Thanks...
Forum: Tech Help 08-07-2017, 04:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,003
Posted By metaprinter
Troubleshooting Climate Control 87 420SEL

about 5 years ago my climate control unit didn't change modes so i took a shot in the dark and replaced it with a rebuild unit and it worked. the other day i went to switch modes heard a big clunk...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 08-04-2017, 09:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,559
Posted By metaprinter
Best A/S Tires for 87 420 SEL?

I need to replace all 4 tires on my 420 SEL. I was looking at MICHELIN PREMIER A/S 205/65R15 ...what else should i look at? Any recommendations?
Forum: Tech Help 07-24-2017, 07:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,350
Posted By metaprinter
87 420 SEL left rear sagging

I have a 1987 420 SEL with 87K miles on it. Since i bought the car 5yrs ago i noticed, when viewed from the rear of the vehicle, that the left rear sags. I confirmed this by measuring from the floor...
Forum: Tech Help 07-24-2017, 06:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,354
Posted By metaprinter
It has been 5 years since my original post. The...

It has been 5 years since my original post. The car now has 87K miles on it. The air conditioning finally stopped blowing cold and nobody touches R12 stuff anymore so i'm not sure what I can do...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-09-2015, 05:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,099
Posted By metaprinter
fuse 6

thanx everyone! i had my cluster go out and got the buzzing nouse from dash are. it was a blown fuse 6.
Forum: Tech Help 02-19-2012, 10:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,713
Posted By metaprinter
thanks for all the tips

Thanks for all the tips on the sunroof, door locks and timing chain guide.
I have not replaced the chain guides. Can someone drop me a link to a how-to? Thanks.
Forum: Tech Help 01-30-2012, 10:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,713
Posted By metaprinter
87 w126 cold weather gremlins

1 - My 87 420 SEL has a rather bizarre issue. If it's 30 degrees or colder outside I have to unlock my doors using the trunk or passenger door otherwise my factory MB alarm goes off! I've never...
Forum: Tech Help 11-08-2011, 08:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 886
Posted By metaprinter
plug positions are the same on the other door

if you can, look at the plug on the other door.
Forum: Tech Help 11-01-2011, 09:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 886
Posted By metaprinter
for a 87 420 sel the three wires go to the...

for a 87 420 sel the three wires go to the actuator. 12volts is White with a red stripe (position 2), Brown is your ground (position 3), and the third is Blue (position 1) which goes to the antitheft...
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