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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-27-2022, 08:41 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 31,302
Posted By 97 SL320
Price distributor caps and rotors before you...

Price distributor caps and rotors before you settle on using that system. The 96 - 99 V12 ( 02 in the SL600 ) use the same coil on plug as the similar year S420 and E420 . The 95 and older V12 valve...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-27-2022, 08:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,546
Posted By 97 SL320
Does this engine look like it was apart before? I...

Does this engine look like it was apart before? I wonder of this engine saw water then a piston was pulled, bore honed to clean it up and engine run for a while. This pitting is old and almost...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-27-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,716
Posted By 97 SL320
I'd look long and hard at the $ of doing MB stuff...

I'd look long and hard at the $ of doing MB stuff before going much farther, custom cams could be $$$. What are you going to use for fuel control?

Given you are in AU, why not a Barra or...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-27-2022, 08:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,716
Posted By 97 SL320
Fire and brimstone coming down from the skies! ...

Fire and brimstone coming down from the skies!

Rivers and seas boiling! ,

Forty years of darkness!

Earthquakes, volcanoes...

The dead rising from the grave!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 03-27-2022, 07:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,783
Posted By 97 SL320
Thanks for the link. Unless I can find a trusted...

Thanks for the link. Unless I can find a trusted someone in AL, I'd have to let this go ( it is too far away to have a look ) . I'd be hesitant to deal with a random person, dealing with a...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 03-27-2022, 07:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,783
Posted By 97 SL320
Thanks for the link, it went for 12,750 so out...

Thanks for the link, it went for 12,750 so out of my range. ( and too nice to take apart )
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-12-2022, 10:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,691
Posted By 97 SL320
Have a look at these threads ( see post 50...

Have a look at these threads

( see post 50 for a pic of the adjuster, note the lower arrow, the cover is changed to alter range )...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-04-2022, 08:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,029
Posted By 97 SL320
Something to be aware of. The M103 12 valve has...

Something to be aware of. The M103 12 valve has a single row timing chain , the M103 24 V / M104 24 V has a double row chain. This timing cover is deeper on the 24 V in order to accommodate this. ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-04-2022, 08:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,691
Posted By 97 SL320
Advancing the cam helps low speed power / idle...

Advancing the cam helps low speed power / idle quality and retarding helps high speed power. Given AMG engines have more aggressive cams / less need for smooth idle, they likely can't tolerate such...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-18-2022, 08:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,735
Posted By 97 SL320
Using the similar M104 as a basis, at least the...

Using the similar M104 as a basis, at least the oil pan / pickup may be different.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 02-18-2022, 08:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,783
Posted By 97 SL320
Thanks. The more eyes the better chance...

Thanks. The more eyes the better chance something will pop up. The only issue with buying remotely is having a trusted person on the other end.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 02-18-2022, 12:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,783
Posted By 97 SL320
WTB 96-99 S600 / CL600 / SL600 with good motor.

WTB 96-99 S600 / CL600 / SL600 with good motor.

Transmission and body condition are unimportant. Just an engine won't do me any good as I need all of the supporting bits though still reply so...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 02-18-2022, 12:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 576
Posted By 97 SL320
WTB 96-99 S600 / CL600 / SL600 with good motor

WTB 96-99 S600 / CL600 / SL600 with good motor.

Transmission and body condition are unimportant. Just an engine won't do me any good as I need all of the supporting bits though still reply so I...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 02-01-2020, 11:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 834
Posted By 97 SL320
Who is selling zero mile 606 engines for $ 1,600 ?

Who is selling zero mile 606 engines for $ 1,600 ?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-26-2020, 07:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,947
Posted By 97 SL320
What model is the 2003 ?

What model is the 2003 ?
Forum: Tech Help 01-25-2020, 08:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,074
Posted By 97 SL320
At some point, Sun Valley is going to shut off...

At some point, Sun Valley is going to shut off free advice as eventually they will be on the phone more than they are generating revenue. My post # 4 tells you everything you need to know.

As...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-24-2020, 07:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 946
Posted By 97 SL320
Sometimes pieces of broken parts can be used to...

Sometimes pieces of broken parts can be used to repair other broken parts. As long as you keep the car, keep the parts.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 01-24-2020, 07:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,046
Posted By 97 SL320
Is he car set up for flex fuel from the factory? ...

Is he car set up for flex fuel from the factory? If not, it will run very lean, get to the end of short and long term fuel trim then set a check engine light. If the ethanol content gets high enough...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 01-24-2020, 07:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,213
Posted By 97 SL320
The float level is too high / float is sinking /...

The float level is too high / float is sinking / needle has dirt in it / seat is unscrewing. Be aware that the popular 32 x 36 DGV carb usually has a fuel filter under the brass nut near the fuel...
Forum: Tech Help 01-21-2020, 05:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 720
Posted By 97 SL320
And it has the Mercedes specific 38 pin connector?

And it has the Mercedes specific 38 pin connector?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-21-2020, 05:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,123
Posted By 97 SL320
Quarter panels on this car are welded on not...

Quarter panels on this car are welded on not bolted so the amount of labor will be high.

For something like this I'd be tempted to rough out the area, cut a chunk out of a donor, flange the area...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 01-20-2020, 07:46 PM
Replies: 855
Views: 165,579
Posted By 97 SL320
Some random thoughts: A general machine...

Some random thoughts:

A general machine shop's rate is about $ 150 hr , it could be worth having them use a measuring arm ( Faro or similar ) to just measure and make a print.

Modifying a steel...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-20-2020, 07:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,802
Posted By 97 SL320
Easy fix. Get a set of radio removal tools,...

Easy fix. Get a set of radio removal tools, these are also used to remove the climate control unit. Be careful to hold the climate buttons when removing the tools otherwise the buttons will pop...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-20-2020, 07:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,123
Posted By 97 SL320
For reference, this guy got the insurance company...

For reference, this guy got the insurance company to " total " his car over this dent that would be far easier to fix than yours and was happy about it getting $ 3,000 ....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-20-2020, 06:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,059
Posted By 97 SL320
Were you able to see what it sold for?

Were you able to see what it sold for?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-20-2020, 06:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,123
Posted By 97 SL320
Rough body work is easy, getting everything back...

Rough body work is easy, getting everything back into original shape is what takes time. Pulling too far during rough out can make for much more finish work.

Our guy needs to take a trip to...
Forum: Tech Help 01-19-2020, 09:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,074
Posted By 97 SL320
The first problem is the trans gear train does...

The first problem is the trans gear train does not see lubrication when the engine is off and being towed.

The other issue is that neutral in an auto trans does not disconnect the gear train...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-19-2020, 09:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,177
Posted By 97 SL320
. .. . but MB > DIESEL < owners are some of the...

. .. . but MB > DIESEL < owners are some of the cheapest people on the planet lol. I don't mean that to be offensive, it is just my experience:) ..

There, Fixed
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-19-2020, 09:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,059
Posted By 97 SL320
Wow! this is an even worse " It's totaled " story...

Wow! this is an even worse " It's totaled " story than when a run away shopping cart hit one of my customers cars in the quarter panel and was declared a " total " . Getting 3 K for this car is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 01-19-2020, 09:10 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 15,215
Posted By 97 SL320
I've seen thin outline ZIF sockets that use a...

I've seen thin outline ZIF sockets that use a screwdriver to lock, the are about 3/8" longer than a standard socket. I can't find an example, but here are a few low profile latching units.
...
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