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As a rule, those relays located beneath the dash are perfectly reliable. However,, when they commence to malfunction by invariably failing to function IMMEDIATELY, that innocuous looking little switch can set you back about $130.00, fifty less from the after-market people - if they've got them...

I guess one could say that those first few steps have been taken without too many mishaps. It is nice to hear an even and healthy sounding exhaust note when at idle, with no vibration, great oil pressure (which had been of concern to me), but obviously no fuel consumption figures. I have...

Hi Michel, sorry for not replying sooner. First of all, the Astral Silver would be replaced by one of the late Mercedes Benz BRIGHT SILVER colours as I have never been terribly fond of Astral Silver. Secondly, the two tone colour would be similar to Mercedes MB 905 which is one of the best...

As most of you would be aware, my partner and myself have bought a Statesman to take the place of my Astral Silver 6.9. Incidentally, I previously listed the car in this section, but due to some computer glitches, the thread was removed. This, unfortunately, also meant the removal of some posts...

Hands up as who has done this job ? By that I mean fitting new disc rotors, reconditioned calipers, new brake pads and new handbrake shoes. Anyone ? Please come forward and let me know what you think of the job - your observations, degree of difficulty, time etc. I would be most interested to...

Just a couple of pics to show the installations front and rear..

Hi guys, not only is abl567 totally enamored by the virtues and qualities that one derives from ownership of his 6.3. What's even more admirable is the time and effort he puts in to keep it in top condition. His car started a new life probably some twenty five years ago when she was bought at...

Hi Michel, I somehow knoew that someone would ask that question. The answer is a grateful "Never" - the Sales Invoice represented the business address. I also have some pics to show this time - I still think it to be attractive, it drives well and I have come to notice that just about every...

Hi BenzBoy, only if you change the oil beforehand :D Regards Styria

Hi guys, I just wanna throw in a couple more that I scanned from 100 Jahre - Mercedes Benz. Regards Styria

Hi JohnS, thanks for the tip as far as the frequent oil and filter changes are concerned. From my experience with Rover V8 engines, I suspect that frequent or timely oil changes should greatly prolong the engine's lifespan and condition. Apart from a fully documented service record in the...

Hi Bar, you're right on all counts. I do indeed take him to various places, such as Service Stations, Parklea Markets and the like. He particularly likes Parklea where he (she ?) helps me to pack my fruit into plastic bags, but he insists on checking things first - particularly grapes. He's...

Parks and I have seen the odd 107SL/SLC that really took a pounding from the eternal foe - rust. One car, in particular, an Astral Silver SLC had practically no panel left below the rear screen - from side to side ! The attached scanned photos illustrate what can be done to fix most of the...

The following scanned pictures not only shows my beautiful Roverthe day after the accident, but also a 220SE Convertible owned by a very proud Dutchman in Dural. The Rover was beyond saving, but the Insurer not only paid me well in excess of what even good examples were being assessed at...

Hi Michel, I am pretty certain that you're correct as far as the Rover Engine is concewrned. It was always a Buick built unit and once Rover had obtained the rights and tooling for it, they changed the block to alloy with steel liners. I have previously mentioned that my 3500S was probably the...

Hi abl567, I just need to ask you some pertinent, and perhaps, impertinent, questions. Prior to removal of the other pump, at what position did you have the crankshaft at ? At the recommended 60 degrees ATDC ? As you know, that's critical. Also, how do you set up the regulator linkage ? It...

Hi Michel, Des needs something that will hold his interest, and hold it strong and firm. When I was in Austria recently, one of the many places I visited was the Mercedes Benz dealership in Graz, the city where I used to live. I turned up about 7.20 in the morning, and everyone was already...

I have been most fortunate that 6.9 forever (David) has kindly made available to myself a CD on all matters pertaining to our 116's.It is most comprehensive and features the following (among others) : 1) Comprehensive brochure on early 450SEL 6.9's. 2) Ghost drawing on 6.9's. 3) A half hour...

Hi Des, what an excellent selection of pictures. I mean, looks and quality wise, the W140 left little to be desired. It's a great pity that service, parts, repairs and maintenance can be of such huge expense. I guess that S - cLass will not have a bad word levelled against one, yet I am sure...

....just to get back to AMG steering wheels, this arrangement is my preference as far as wheels and/or hornpads are concerned..with matching Pioneer head unit in look-alike timber frame... One could perhaps go one step further and have the standard steering wheel modified to be part...