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Having looked at this I am a bit surprised by the Fram as I thought it would do better: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTNJLEV8CG8 I only use genuine filters but perhaps I should question that as well. I got a free filter with oil I bought for the ML but the filter looked so flimsy that I cut...

The ML has just had a wash and given that it will be 20 years old in January I figure it scrubs up OK - actually it is better than the pictures here from the phone show. And yes, that is wear on the leather of the steering wheel; something I will attend to this week. Not scratches on the rear...

A fiend of mine is down south near Bega in his Continental GT (V12) and has a puncture. The result? Tow truck and order a tyre from Sydney in the hope it arrives in less than 48 hours. Progress? Sheer madness. When I am Supreme Dictator all cars will have real spare wheels and tyres mandated...

My ML320 is now touching 19 years and 180,000 kms. Yesterday it went to MBS for its annual service (fluid changes, wheel alignment etc.). The comment from the service manage whom I have known for many years is that the vehicle is in perfect mechanical condition and together we went back through...

One of the problems for independent mechanics has been the refusal of major companies to allow access to the tech data needed to correctly diagnose and repair the more recent models. Hopefully, this could soon change...

https://media.daimler.com/marsMediaSite/en/instance/ko/Future-meets-Classic-Next-generation-of-genuine-Mercedes-Benz-replacement-parts-from-the-3D-printer.xhtml?oid=41898228 Regards, Brian

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-01-05/1960s-amphicar-designed-to-run-on-road-and-water/10424824 Regards, Brian

Nice car - but has someone been in the Mercedes-Benz parts bin for this? https://hymanltd.com/vehicles/6226-1960-bentley-s2-wendler-shooting-brake/?utm_source=eblast&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=vehicle_6226 Regards, Brian

Greetings - does anyone know where I can buy a leather, lace on steering wheel cover? Not the slip on type. Regards, Brian

Well since we are broadening the forum to include other marques, let me tell you a little about the 306 GTi 6. It has taken 2 years on and off to get it to the stage it's at now. New clutch and lightened flywheel; tweaked ECU; new cam belt and water pump; new radiator and heater core and hoses...

On here I reckon we all know that a run flat tyre is a waste of time: Read how long they last: https://www.pirelli.com/tyres/en-au/car/find-your-tyres/runflat-technology Anyway, a friend recently bough a large British built 4WD and drove it to the Hunter Valley. Yes, it got a puncture on the...

I know the theory of a CVT but have never driven a car with one - and don't know anybody who has. What is it like to drive a CVT car? Regards, Brian

Well I've had one of these, almost brand new, for the last week as a service loan vehicle and it was with some degree of satisfaction that I handed it back today and brought home my trusty ML. Getting back into the ML was like putting on a pair of comfortable boots; the fit is just right and...

Greetings, Here's a tech tip I pinched from an oldtimer friend. It makes sense ... I know this is a trick from the past but it is useful when electrical "gremlins" are about.... Find an old AM transistor radio, tune it to any part of the reception band where a station cannot be heard, turn the...

You are all invited to the RROCA Concours and display day at Linnwood House. Date is Sunday 12/11. http://www.linnwood.org.au/ Regards, Brian

I was at MBS today picking up some spare parts and found a demonstrator C250 Wagon AMG Line that really looked like a useful dog carrier for the 2018 litter of pups ...... Nice fitting, nice drive, plenty of room in the rear compartment, sharp price and a most attractive colour combination plus...

Before I begin, I am saddened to see how deadly quiet the forum has become. Time for all of us to get to work or it will die from lack of use. Does it have a future? Yes, only if we make the effort. Anyway, the real purpose for the post is to comment on the "sealed for life" auto trans. Here on...

What is the best way to remove old polish from black plastic trim? I've tried Mothers Black Trim restorer with very limited success. Regards, Brian

Gentlemen, This may be sacrilege but a number of my friends now swear by polishing their cars with Mr Sheen. I would not have believed it, but the results are outstanding...and cheap to achieve. Would I do it? Maybe - just maybe for the ease of use.... Regards, Brian

So the fear is parts will not be available ... Read this and be prepared for the future: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-03-27/saving-the-last-delage-type-s-grand-prix-car/8310958 Regards, Brian