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    Imagine this motor in a TeamW116 280S ?

    This motor and box I mean. http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Mercedes-Benz-420-SEL_W0QQitemZ220244635163QQihZ012QQcategoryZ35227QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Ian.
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    Koni front shocks for W116 on eBay USA

    I know there's a lot of debate as to which is better, the Bilstein or the Koni, but I'd go with the Koni if I could find some matching rear shocks.... since I can't I'm sure these would still be handy for one of us... and the price is right...
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    Team116#2 chronicle 25May08: Say hello to 116!

    Today was a long day and consisted in the following in no particular order: Sponsor decals T.K decal Race number decals: 116 Competitor surname decals Rear Spoiler Downgrade centre console to single fan switch Install cold air intake RH front Remove RH front bumperette and wiper motor cover...
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    Heater control panel in the console - how do I remove it?

    Hi guys, Ok so I want to remove the heater control panel in my 450SE and replace it with one which only has a single Fan switch... I've removed so far the ash tray and ash-tray bracket The heater levers The radio (which wasn't even mounted) The A/C and Fan switches on the heater control panel...
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    Team116#2 chronicle 24May08: 02010 H is born

    Finally things are moving forward. Roadworthy cert was passed on Thursday, and Friday I fronted up to VicRoads to register "Whitey" (as its been known, which is why Povo wasn't called Whitey) with conditional registration "Club Permit Scheme" its also known as. Thus born is 02010 H So now...
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    For 107 fans 350SLC manual - pity its not a 350SE..

    http://cgi.ebay.com.au/1980-350-SLC-4-Speed-Manual-Mercedes_W0QQitemZ180244165749QQihZ008QQcategoryZ35227QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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    Don't tell me the 116 and 126 use th same coil springs?!

    Do they? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-116-126-Listed-NEW-Rear-HD-Coil-Springs-2_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33582QQihZ020QQitemZ300224503747QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW
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    Can anyone identify this diff?

    Has stamped on the diff housing: 272 039 3.46 on the side: 1163510401(MB emblem) And on the back (removable) cover: R1163510908(MB emblem)2 I've figured its a 3.46 (as thats what was important when buying it), but what do all the other numbers mean? Are MB numbers or indicators stamped...
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    anyone after a W108 V8

    Looks the goods from the pics and description: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/mercedes-benz_W0QQitemZ230247002445QQihZ013QQcategoryZ32636QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem I.
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    Which Bosch fuel pump do I need for my 450SE D-Jet 1975

    May as well buy a new one for Team116 #2 450SE... Is it the Bosch 910 that I need to use or another one? Dude selling them on eBay says the 910 is for 450SE 1976 onwards (which would be K-jet)... if so what goes in the 1975 with D-jet? Thanks
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    Vacuum systems: doors, boot, petrol cap

    Quick question... are these the only items affected by the vacuum system? I wan't to ditch it by disconnecting the vacuum source at the manifold and install a vacuum gauge there. Can anyone see any problems with that? I don't want to touch the distributor vacuum advance systems, or the...
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    Team116 #2 cronicle 25th-27th April 2008 - small annoying things

    Since it was the Anzac long weekend I took the time to attending to the following small things on the Team car: Changed hydraulic chain tensioner with a good used one Had a look inside old chain tensioner Changed radiator expansion tank Cleaned battery area where there was white powder...
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    New timing chain rails - white or off-white?

    I was thinking of buying these... because the price is right... however I don't know how old-stock they are. The seller states they are new, and I believe they are, but should they be white or off-white...
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    Mercedes 400-series TRUCK workshop manual

    Bought by me in error ... listed on eBay as "MERCEDES-BENZ WORKSHOP MANUAL 400 SERIES" its for a truck, not a car.. http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=370040084773 If its of any use to anyone just let me know what its worth to you, I'll probably take it... cost me $41...
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    Team116 #2 cronicle 15-23rd March 2008 - Oel Search

    So after a process of elimination I finally came to the conclusion that the oil pressure problem had to do with the dented sump. Since the sump had to come off anyway to install an oil temp sensor for the aftermarket Autometer oil pressure gauge, it made sense to do a proper job of it. Firstly...
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    450SE/M117 lower sump gasket - does it need sealant or not?

    Just a quick yes or no question, I'm putting a new sump and gasket on my 450SE, the gasket looks thick and rubbery - do I need to put a bead of sealant around the mating surfaces like other manufacturers do or just put it in with clean mating surfaces? Ian.
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    Qty of W116, 123, 126, 114 being wrecked in Clayton, Vic, Au

    Hi people, on my day off today I ventured down to Centre Road Wreckers in Clayton and was surprised to see the large number of MBs being wrecked. They normally carry 2 or 3 of them, but today I saw at least twelve. If you need a part and have been putting off buying it off eBay or a MB-only...
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    FS: Towbar, Melb Au - incl. PIC

    Don't want much for it, just come and get it and give me whatever its worth to you. (Comes with all mounting hardware - not pictured.) Located in the Western suburbs of Melbourne. Tow bar is surplus to requirements on TeamW116 car #2 450SE Call me on 0416 184 893 While we're at it, I need...
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    Cheap exhaust system W116 V8 Sydney, Au

    I can't comment on its condition but from the 1 photo provided I don't see any extensive rust which has the be a good start. Muffler still has its black paint on it...
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    Winton April 6, 2008

    Here are some pictures I to today of SELfor50 racing 450SEL at Winton today: Morning preparation: Scruitineering bay: yes they are Yokohama A032R tyres and parked next to Cam is a brick... Austin Cooper S Smile on Cam's dial indicates all is good for the scrutineering - lets race...
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