Body and Exterior Trim
Malfunctioning Non-Tilting Sunroof
Nothing like a good smooth working power or manually operated non tilting sunroof (up to 1985)!
What's wrong with my Mercedes?
Body and Exterior Trim Problems
Body and Exterior Trim
Badly Oxidized and Faded Aluminum Window Trim
It can be restored but it takes a special power tool and hard work
Body and Exterior Trim
Avoiding Buying a Rusty Mercedes in the First Place
Be careful or you could end up losing big time
Body and Exterior Trim
Restoring Faded Plastic, Chrome and Body Paint Imperfections
If is seems too good to be true - then in this case it is true!
Body and Exterior Trim
Hood Pad Removal and Installation
They are ugly when deteriorated - beautiful when replaced properly!
Body and Exterior Trim
W116 W123 and W126 Chassis Wiper Drive Mechanism Failure
Regular cleaning and lubrication is the key to long life
Body and Exterior Trim
Removing the Rear Trunk Emblems
On 1973 to 1985 models this has to be done with care to prevent damage
Body and Exterior Trim
How to Straighten Major Body Damage Enough to Get it on the Road
Depending on where the damage is you can do amazing things with jacks and hammers.
Body and Exterior Trim
Side Body Trim Strip Removal and Repair
With the right tools and parts you can fix this nagging problem yourself
Body and Exterior Trim
How to Tell if Your Sunroof Seals Need Replacing
Knowing what to look for will help you decide if replacement is needed
Body and Exterior Trim
How to Get a New Hood Pad on Straight
When using contact cement you have one shot to get it right! Kent's video will show you how to prevent mistakes.
Body and Exterior Trim
What is Causing Excessive Moisture in My Trunk
It could be coming from a number of places for a number of reasons
Body and Exterior Trim
How to Protect Your Car's Paint When Working on the Engine?
Nothing is better than a good thick fender cover
Body and Exterior Trim
Finding good used W116 Parts
Kent has some very sweet hard-to-find spares left over from his 300SD restoration
Body and Exterior Trim
Why Does My W116 Door Open Soooo Hard?
It may require a simple adjustment that you can do yourself
Body and Exterior Trim
Removing Plastic Body Fasteners
The right tool can do the job without damage
Body and Exterior Trim
Can't Open Hood Because the Release Cable is Broken
There is a way to do it without damaging anything on many older models
Body and Exterior Trim
Figuring Out How to Get a Trunk Emblem Off
It is a little tricky and very easy to damage it.
Body and Exterior Trim
New Sunroof Seal Does Not Fit Right
It could be that you installed in upside down
Body and Exterior Trim
Repairing Early Diesel Front End Damage
This is not expensive if you find used parts and do the work yourself!
Body and Exterior Trim
How Best to Handle Tough Car Problems
Just take a break!
Body and Exterior Trim
Removing Damaged Door Striker Plate Bolts
Easy to round out the hex head bolts - then what do you do ?? !!!
Body and Exterior Trim
Can't Get My Sunroof Cable Out
My sunroof motor does not run or it runs but the cable does not move
Body and Exterior Trim
Finding the Best General Purpose Trim Adhesive
This one has just the right combination of benefits
Body and Exterior Trim
Finding Interior Color Codes
Location of the three digit numerical code and translation here
Body and Exterior Trim
Understanding the Difference Between a Non-Tilting Verses a Tilting Sunroof
Both are repairable by the DIY mechanic with the right knowledge and supplies.
Body and Exterior Trim
Getting Your Car to REALLY Shine
There is one amazing product Kent recently found that polishes it all!
Body and Exterior Trim
Failed Door Check Straps on the W116 Chassis
Easy to test - then easy to replace once you get the door panel off.
Body and Exterior Trim
Rust Along the Inside Bottoms of the Doors
Stop it BEFORE bubbles in the paint and holes start to appear!
Body and Exterior Trim
Avoiding Expensive Mistakes Buying a Used Mercedes Benz
The best way to save money is to buy the right car in the first place
Body and Exterior Trim
Stopping and Detailing the Surface Rust Under a Car
You can do this in your own driveway with minimal tools and experience
Body and Exterior Trim
Fixing the Most Annoying Problems on Your Old Mercedes
Most in this list are avoided due to cost - Fix them yourself with our kits and save hundreds $$$.
Body and Exterior Trim
Preventing Pre-mature Failure of Key Mechanical Components
Anyone want to guess what the secret is???
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Where to Start Your Restoration?
Start with something you can do yourself that is not super difficult and gives dramatic results.
Body and Exterior Trim
Troublesome Trunk Seal Leaks
Be sure to look UNDER the trunk seal - you might be surprised!
Body and Exterior Trim
How to Get a Benz to REALLY Shine
Kent recently discovered one product that shines above all the rest
Body and Exterior Trim
Filling a Dent with Minimal Effort
Put the body filler on in two phases and manage the time when you grate and sand it
Body and Exterior Trim
Opening Up Stuck Doors on Old Mercedes
Most common when car has sat outside for long periods without use
Body and Exterior Trim
Door Latch / Catch Failure
Failure is almost always caused by corrosion due to high moisture environment and lack of lubrication
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Priming a Repaired Dent on a Budget
You don't have to use expensive spray equipment or 2 part expensive primer
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Finding your Mercedes Factory Paint Color Code
This can sometimes be a real challenge if you do not know where to look
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Best Older Mercedes Diesel to Drive?
Kent shares three of his favorites
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What to Do With Small Hidden Rust Spots?
If caught early enough they can be easily fix permanently with Miracle Paint
Body and Exterior Trim
Removing Glued on 123 Chassis Front Fenders
Tough job and you will need heat! Also applies to 107, 114, 115, and 116 chassis
Body and Exterior Trim
What is the Best Older Mercedes Benz to Buy?
Kent believes there is no one correct answer. Just too many options...lol
Body and Exterior Trim
How to Get a Deep Shine on Older Faded Paint
In most cases it is a two step process - especially if your paint is faded.
Body and Exterior Trim
Exhaust System Rattles and Shakes
Fix it before it leads to major failure! Exhaust muffler found dead on road...
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Why Drive a Mercedes Benz?
Until you have driven one it is hard to explain
Body and Exterior Trim
Best Way to Jack up and Support the Front End
W124 Chassis procedure shown here but applies to many models