123, Brakes

I like this - permanent - threadlocker because it is super strong but can still be removed with a heavy handed breaker bar. This is a very large bottle for the price and is a must have for Mercedes diesel owners. I use it anytime I am doing major repair work on an engine or transmission. Great for front crank bolt, cam bolt, torque converter bolts, injection pump mounting nuts, front engine accessories, brake caliper bolts, front suspension, etc. Anything that you can just not afford to come loose.

This removable thread locker is probably the best that I have used. It has the best sealing cap and cures rapidly and reliably when confined between metal parts. Use it to lock threaded fasteners, nuts, bolts and screws from loosening. Extremely important in critical engine and suspension parts. This is the removable type (meaning that it can be easily removed with hand tools). Comes in small .20 Fl oz. bottle great for most small jobs.

Excellent for all work around diesel engines to prevent vibration failure and breakdowns. If you need the red more permanent type CLICK HERE.

This permanent thread locker is probably the best that I have used. It has the best sealing cap and dries hard in 20 to 60 minutes. Use it to securely lock threaded fasteners, nuts, bolts and screws from loosening. Extremely important in critical engine and suspension parts. This is the permanent type (meaning that it is possible to remove only when applying heat to 450 degress F - with propane torch) or a very heavy breaker bar. I like to use this one on brake caliper bolts as it is such a critical bolt.

Excellent when retaining bearings and bearing races, freeze plugs, rocker arm and main bearing studs, etc. Can fill gaps up to .007 and assures positive controlled locking.

Here is an inexpensive set of cleaning brushes that really get down in the crevices. The plastic one is good for exterior cleaning around the window and body trim. The brass is good for cleaning engine parts you don't want to scratech. The steel one is excellent if you are doing some rust repair.

Due to Kent's heavy product development and writting schedule he will no longer have the time to answer all the questions that have been pouring into our forum. Our goal has always been to be a resource to Mercedes owners who need help fixing their own cars. There is just not enough time to help everyone. We want to continue to try to help our current customers, so we are offering personalized tech help with your order of $75.00 or more. Some restrictions apply:

If you are going to work on your diesel fuel injectors you are going to need a torque wrench. If you are going to tighten your alloy wheel lug bolts properly you should use a torque wrench. In fact if you do your own work you should have a 1/2 inch clicker torque wrench in your tool box. I know why you don't have one. They tend to be expensive for the limited amount you might use one. Well, now you can get a quality one for a very good price. This is a special offer and we only have a limited number in stock.

It comes with a nice moulded plastic case and instructions. This wrench is 18 inches long for good hand torque and it is made in Taiwan. Much better quality than those made in China.

Good working used rear brake calipers (right and left side). Hardware and old pads included, but recommend new pads. Brake lines have been cut. Fit all 116, 123, and 126 chassis Mercedes from 1973 to 1991.

These are Bendix brand front calipers - newly rebuilt and sold as a set (both left and right side front). Hard to find. Fits all 123 chassis 1977 to 1985. Please note there is NO CORE CHARGE. That means you do not have to deal with the hassle of having to return your old dirty units. What a relief!

IMPORTANT: Front calipers should always be replaced as a set. These include the new hard to find Bendix hardware kit with correct pins and clips.

We have choosen to no longer sell 123 chassis front brake pads by vin number alone. There have been too many discrepencies due to vin number confusion and swapping front calipers on these older models. We will now sell 123 front brake pads by THICKNESS. These thinner pads MEASURE 14 mm total thickness and were used on the early models up to 1979-80. The thicker pads were used on later models such as the 300D turbo and they measure 17 to 18 mm. Note: The thicker pads WILL NOT go into the calipers that were designed for the thinner pads.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are not sure and don't want to take the time to inspect/measure your current pads then you can order these thinner pads and be assured they will fit ALL 123 CHASSIS front brakes.

This is one of the best built fluid extractors I have seen. As is it works great for drawing power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc. out of their reservoirs. If you attach a hard plastic line on the end (you will need to fabricate a fitting reducer) you can even draw transmission and engine oil. It works great for extracting trans fluid when it has been overfilled. Can be used to add new fluids. You can add transmission fluid carefully to get just the right amount without spilling all over the place. :-)

There are nice measurng marks on the outside of the plastic tub. The pump rod is made from brass and both end caps are threaded aluminum (so you can remove them for cleaning and inspection.

2007-12-05ALERT! Before you replace your suspected failing brake booster you might want to change the o-ring seal between the master cylinder and booster first. I have seen more than one expensive booster replaced when it was only a $2.00 o-ring. If your engine is producing good vacuum to the booster but your brake pedal still feels hard then at least check this o-ring.

If you need everything for your front hub then this is the best deal. This kit is for ONE SIDE ONLY. Comes with inner and outer wheel bearings, seal, cap, ground clip and pre-load adjusting bolt. Fits right or left side all 116, 123 and 126 chassis. These are VERY common wear items on all older chassis that I see come into the shop. Replace at 200,000 miles. We also sell the bearings individually if you do not need the entire kit. Unless you have the proper tools plan to take your hub to a machine shop to have the race pressed in. List price is $73.00

New front INNER wheel bearing with race for one side only. Fits right or left side all 116, 123 and 126 chassis. This is a VERY common wear item on almost all 123 chassis I see come into the shop. Replace at 200,000 miles. We also sell the inner individually or check our complete kit if you need everything. Unless you have the proper tools plan to take your hub to a machine shop to have the race pressed in. List price is $34.50

Set of 2 Quality German ATE brake rotors. The great thing about Mercedes is that these rotors fit almost all their models from the late 1960s until the late 1980's. This includes 108, 111, 113, 114, 115, 107, 116, 123 and 126 chassis built during those years. These can be easily change by removing the rear calipers. Do not bother machining old rotors. Mercedes always recommends you just replace with new when your old rotors are badly scored - and at our price new is only slightly more than having your old ones turned at a machine shop.

FITS THE FOLLOWING rear brake assemblies both ATE and Bendix: all 107, 108, 109, 111, 113, 114, 115, 116, 123 and 126 chassis from 1969 to 1991. Tired of squeeking or squealing brakes but find you pads are almost new. Many times adding this shim between the caliper piston and the back of the brake pad with stop annoying slow speed brake sqeal. When you add high temp brake pad paste to both sides of the metal shim you can almost guarantee long sweek free service. SOLD IN A SET OF TWO. 

This is my favorite set of tweezers for helping to hold small parts in place for assembly. The wide ones are particularly helpful when a second hand is needed to hold a small bolt or screw in place. Comes with seven different tweezers as shown. Good for car work. Not good for pulling hair!

If you plan to do much work on your Mercedes these metric wrenches and sockets are very desireable - if not a necessity. If you have wanted to add to your tool box but not spend a lot of money here is your chance. These are not Snap On quality wrenches but if you only work on cars ocassionally these are more than adequate to get the job done. Set includes metric crows feet, metric 3/8 inch drive hex (Allen) sockets, and metric 1/4 inch drive socket set 5 to 14 mm. These items are also available separately. To see a list of all our tools CLICK HERE.

Very handy set of three ratcheting offset box end wrenches. They can be set to ratchet either right or left. Sizes are 8, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 15 mm. All steel heads. Made in China.

Long drive pin punches are very handy when working on your Benz. The smaller size in this set is particularly helpful when removing and replacing twin pin style brake pads. All steel. Made in India.

New front outer wheel bearing with race for one side only. Fits right or left side all 116, 123 and 126 chassis. This is a VERY common wear item on almost all 123 chassis I see come into the shop. Replace at 200,000 miles. Outers will wear out a lot faster than the inners. We also sell the inner individually or check our complete kit if you need everything. Unless you have the proper tools plan to take your hub to a machine shop to have the race pressed in. List price is $23.68