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These are original. Bolt heads and threads are in good condition. You can see from the picture that you will want to paint the heads silver before installing if you want them to be pretty.
In this short 3-minute video, Kent will show you a trick that few know about. You can get those tapered shaft ball joints ( like to find on tie rods and control rods) loose without damaging the rubber boot. It can be faster and less painful than using traditional methods.
These are becoming harder to find in good condition. They were often used as the spare tires in these older models.
Flushes Out Old Grease and Repacks Bearings with Less Mess. This Handy Packer works on bearings up to 3 1/2" O.D.
Almost every early SL Kent comes across needs new front wheel bearings. These get so neglected and hardly ever replaced. We are offering a very high quality kit as shown above that will include free grease for your new wheel bearings.
In this 24-minute detailed step-by-step video instruction, Kent will walk you through the process of how to successfully remove the old shocks and install new ones.
In this detailed 30-minute video Kent will walk you through the process of installing new tie rod ends on his 1959 Mercedes 220SE. The principles are the same on almost all models from the 1950s up to the 1990s. He will explain the differences in adjustment between the older and newer styles
Loose steering or wheels shaking at speed. This can often be worn out tie rod ball joints. The joints can be replaced as a DIY project. Watch the video below to see if this is something you want to take on yourself.
This kit includes:
Fits all Mercedes models with the 14" Alloy bundt cake style wheels. The measurements are M12x1.5mm by 51mm overall length. This is a set of five USED wheel bolts that are not all rusty. Recommend you clean. (Dawn dishwashing soap) And paint them silver before installation.
In this video, Kent will show you how he fixed his leaking tires on his chrome alloy wheels by using Miracle Paint. This is a full 22-minute step-by-step instructional video. Watch the video "trailer" below to give you a better understanding of what is involved in this procedure.
Wheel wrench as shown. For 17mm head bolts. Original. Only one available.
In this 30 minute-long video Kent will walk you through what he did for the rear suspension on his 1983 240D.
Socket is now black (impact grade). This is a tool that Kent first thought about making 20 years ago. While installing shock absorbers in his 380SL he had finally had enough - so it was back to the machine shop to come up with a new tool.
This is a nice one as you can see. I only have two available this nice.
Get rid of that old and ineffective transmission fluid in your older power steering system. It is the number one cause of excessive gear wear in your steering box. This is our partial kit that does not include the fluids so it can be shipped by air mail. Please study the pictures here.
Get rid of that old and ineffective transmission fluid in your older power steering system. It is the number one cause of excessive gear wear in your steering box. This kit will include almost everything you will need to do this yourself, along with complete step-by-step video instructions.
In this video, Kent explains the correct procedure for cleaning and lubricating your hubs and rear brake rotor BEFORE you install your wheels. He hardly ever sees this done when removing wheels on 15 plus-year-old Mercedes so he knows it is almost ALWAYS neglected.
I do not need to say much about this tool. Well made and well thought out. Someone who obviously was frustrated at scratching the finish on his or her alloy wheels came up with this idea. Watch the video below to see why this is now my favorite go it 17 mm lug bolt socket.
This U.S.A. made 17 mm 8 inch long combination wrench is custom modified here in our shop to help you easily install Bilstein front and rear shocks on most of the older model Mercedes Benz.
In this video instruction, Kent will demonstrate how to check for one possible source of a mysterious front end clunking sound. Any clunking noise you hear when driving over rough ground or when braking should be investigated immediately.
Brand new Genuine Part. Plastic ball sockets can deteriorate and threads can rust up. It is important you have a good operating rod and tight arm in order to properly adjust your rear end ride height. NO instructions included. See our manual on SLS troubleshooting for more information.
Good, used, straight, older aluminum factory wheel. Above average condition. No corrosion or major curb lip damage. No gouges. No bolts or center cap included. This is the narrow wheel for smaller-bodied Mercedes 14 x 6 inches. Not for the S and SL classes.