Parts Catalog Accessories Catalog How To Articles Tech Forums
Call Pelican Parts at 888-280-7799
Shopping Cart Cart | Project List | Order Status | Help



Go Back   PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum > Search Forums

Showing results 1 to 30 of 500
Search took 0.14 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: Hirnbeiss
Forum: Tech Help 10-17-2022, 01:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,820
Posted By Hirnbeiss
There is a TSB (Xentry tip) that calls for...

There is a TSB (Xentry tip) that calls for installing a check valve to reduce rattle on startup. Do you have it?
Forum: Tech Help 08-03-2022, 01:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,373
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Does it restart right away?

Does it restart right away?
Forum: Tech Help 02-06-2022, 05:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,135
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Like this source? Why don’t you email him if...

Like this source? Why don’t you email him if he’ll ship direct to you?

POLSTERSTOFFE MERCEDES W123 Serie 3 Streifenkaro - Steenbuck Grosshandel - Tel. 04175 8126...
Forum: Tech Help 11-10-2021, 02:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,211
Posted By Hirnbeiss
These clunking issues are annoyingly difficult to...

These clunking issues are annoyingly difficult to diagnose, but I think you also need to consider the axles.

If I had to play Parts Horseshoes I would start with brake bands and a re-torquing of...
Forum: Tech Help 10-19-2021, 01:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,298
Posted By Hirnbeiss
It’s pretty clear then that you want to hit a...

It’s pretty clear then that you want to hit a bump as soon as possible in your daily drive.

I haven’t had your specific model, but am 90% sure it still had a mechanical speedometer cable connected...
Forum: Tech Help 10-16-2021, 04:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,231
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Understand first that there is no right answer to...

Understand first that there is no right answer to this question: everyone will just have an opinion.

That being said, I would run a clean-rated (Chevron, Shell, Costco) premium gas and never look...
Forum: Tech Help 08-05-2021, 01:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,370
Posted By Hirnbeiss
If it were me, I would still want to verify the...

If it were me, I would still want to verify the timing. https://www.youcanic.com/guide/check-mercedes-benz-timing-chain-wear

Then probably replace the transmission mount.
Forum: Tech Help 09-01-2020, 01:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 759
Posted By Hirnbeiss
One thing you want to mak sure is that the “EC”...

One thing you want to mak sure is that the “EC” button is not on (lit). That turns off AC.
Forum: Tech Help 07-25-2020, 12:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,140
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Dual-clutch trannies have a weird feeling when...

Dual-clutch trannies have a weird feeling when getting going, like a delay compared to the torque converter trannies. But they are fast shifting, and you can like them once you become friends with...
Forum: Tech Help 07-21-2020, 01:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 792
Posted By Hirnbeiss
You should be good. The M113 engine is basically...

You should be good. The M113 engine is basically the same for all variants. Does the oil pan look different?
Forum: Tech Help 07-15-2020, 01:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,586
Posted By Hirnbeiss
You have some chance if you can show some support...

You have some chance if you can show some support on a higher value for your particular car, such as condition, upgrades etc., but they are unlikely to move too much.
Forum: Tech Help 02-19-2020, 06:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,381
Posted By Hirnbeiss
This one probably had no input for an MB...

This one probably had no input for an MB engineer. MB went to Hella and said “Give me a Scheinwerfer that fits.” Hella said “Halogen”?, MB said “Ja”, Hella said “$98.70?”, MB said “$95!”, Hella,...
Forum: Tech Help 02-17-2020, 07:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,381
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Does yours look like this one? ...

Does yours look like this one?
https://mbworld.org/forums/glk-class-x204/623527-2013-glk-350-low-beam-headlamp-replacement.html
Forum: Tech Help 01-03-2020, 06:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,537
Posted By Hirnbeiss
They may not die, kind of like old Dodge...

They may not die, kind of like old Dodge minivans, but do you really want one? When I sent my ‘02 ML500 on its way 4 years ago, it was still in good shape but felt seriously long in the tooth. I...
Forum: Tech Help 12-21-2019, 09:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,629
Posted By Hirnbeiss
I put the wheel hard left against the steering...

I put the wheel hard left against the steering stop and had someone counterhold the wheel while I broke the bolt free with a breaker bar.
Forum: Tech Help 12-19-2019, 06:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,308
Posted By Hirnbeiss
The M112 engines often benefit from a new...

The M112 engines often benefit from a new thermostat after 100K miles or so to help get those few extra degrees of operating temp in the winter.
Forum: Tech Help 12-15-2019, 09:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,918
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Do you have any pictures of the tunnel damage you...

Do you have any pictures of the tunnel damage you can share?
Forum: Tech Help 12-13-2019, 06:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,052
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Under “industrial strength breaker bar”, you can...

Under “industrial strength breaker bar”, you can include a normal breaker bar with a 5 foot jack handle over it.
Forum: Tech Help 11-17-2019, 09:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,263
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Not uncommon on this engine in cold weather. The...

Not uncommon on this engine in cold weather. The car doesn’t warm up enough to vaporize the water condensate. In my case I:
1. Replaced the thermostat (the original may leak a bit, preventing hot...
Forum: Tech Help 11-15-2019, 06:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 992
Posted By Hirnbeiss
At this age you need to make sure your electrical...

At this age you need to make sure your electrical ground points, cable connections, and the cables themselves are all solid and uncorroded. I have had plus cables corrode on the inside - given the...
Forum: Tech Help 11-09-2019, 07:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,826
Posted By Hirnbeiss
If you’re not in a hurry, you can get them for 26...

If you’re not in a hurry, you can get them for 26 EUR a pop, plus shipping, here. Possibly you could save an additional 19% since VAT should be excluded on exports.
...
Forum: Tech Help 10-31-2019, 07:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,643
Posted By Hirnbeiss
9V while cranking is too low. Hav you tried with...

9V while cranking is too low. Hav you tried with jumper cables form a running car?
Forum: Tech Help 10-28-2019, 07:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 13,221
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Mine was very reliable, but there are two common...

Mine was very reliable, but there are two common issues: 1. Crankshaft position sensor. Tends to fail when warm, stranding you in the middle of the road, but works again when cold. Easy...
Forum: Tech Help 10-18-2019, 06:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,182
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Like ^

Like ^
Forum: Tech Help 10-16-2019, 07:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,430
Posted By Hirnbeiss
They will only spec suppliers who applied to have...

They will only spec suppliers who applied to have their oils considered, but 75W gear oil is pretty standard stuff. But I see a few American suppliers in 235.1 too
Forum: Tech Help 10-14-2019, 06:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,430
Posted By Hirnbeiss
I think if you go through the 231’s and 235’s,...

I think if you go through the 231’s and 235’s, you will find that approved manual transmission oils are 75W or 75W-85W gear oils.

https://bevo.mercedes-benz.com/bevolisten/bevo-sheets-sort1.html
Forum: Tech Help 10-03-2019, 06:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 907
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Once you get it home, let Alan at Empire in...

Once you get it home, let Alan at Empire in Pelham take a look at it.
Forum: Tech Help 08-14-2019, 08:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,263
Posted By Hirnbeiss
Keep us posted. You probably already have a good...

Keep us posted. You probably already have a good source or DIY for the headliner repair. At this mileage, I would plan on an AC refresh (receiver-dryer, possibly new compressor), since it’s...
Forum: Tech Help 07-14-2019, 11:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,106
Posted By Hirnbeiss
I just use hot glue. Clean off the old so that...

I just use hot glue. Clean off the old so that it squeezes through the holes.
Forum: Tech Help 06-13-2019, 06:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 827
Posted By Hirnbeiss
The good thing about the ‘96 W210 is that it has...

The good thing about the ‘96 W210 is that it has OBD2 diagnostics. Scan for codes and post.
Showing results 1 to 30 of 500

 
Forum Jump


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 09:31 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0
Copyright 2024 Pelican Parts, LLC - Posts may be archived for display on the Peach Parts or Pelican Parts Website -    DMCA Registered Agent Contact Page