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Mercedes Complete MBZ Brake System Service and Repair Resources

Recently, I set out with the goal to provide our customers with all the resources they would need to troubleshoot and repair the brake systems on their own cars. As your favorite Benz ages brake problems will arise and they can sometimes be difficult to diagnose. Since brakes are a safety related system it is also VERY important that any repair work be done properly and with great care.

Mercedes Brake Bleeding Equipment and Procedures Manual by Kent Bergsma

Applies to all models and chassis listed below:

Item: MRG-COMBBEP
$15.95
This new manual by Kent Bergsma covers brake bleeding equipment and procedures for all model Mercedes from the mid 1950s to the mid 1990s. This cover chassis Ponton 110 111 112 113 108 109 114 115 116 107 116 123 126 201 and 124. Special Includes Brake Bleeder Kit as shown. This new easy to understand 20 page guide will walk you through the different ways to bleed your brakes and the equipment needed to do the job right. Brake bleeding is something that no sane person finds enjoyable. It can be messy and often involves painful bodily contortions to access the bleeder screws. There seems to varying opinions as well as a bit of black magic involved with the bleeding process. It may be more of an art than a science. Sometimes the procedure works perfectly, and then other times it seems like you end up with endless air in your system that just wont come out. The information contained in this manual with eliminate some of the mystery and give you the knowledge and confidence to do the job right the first time. Covers safety tips, types of bleeding equipment and four different ways you can bleed your brakes.

Mercedes February Bilstein Blowout Sale!

You'll be shocked at these low shock prices!

February Bilstein Blowout Sale!!

For the month of February we have put all our Bilstein shocks on sale for the lowest discount we have ever offered. Now is the time to get ready for summer touring. We offer both the comfort and the heavy duty shocks. Yes, there is a marked difference between the two. If you are not aware of the difference or would like Kent's recommendation be sure and click on the video link below. 

Also check out Kents videos on installing shocks on some models. These can best be accessed through the TECH HELP at the site menu at the top of this page. 

CLICK HERE to view all the Bilstein Shocks we currently have on SALE!

Mercedes Maintenance Sealant and Adhesive Survival Kit

These are the top five for your work bench

Item: SEALANT-COMBO
$19.99

Kent is often asked what are the most important SEALANTS AND ADESIVES to have around for your Benz. These are his top 5 picks. This kit includes the following 5 products:

Mercedes Maintenance Metric Combination Wrench Set - Kent's Favorite - SPECIAL PURCHASE

Made by Allen Industrial Tools - Only $10 with any order of $75 or more

Item: TUL-SPECIALCWS
$16.95
$10.00 On Sale!
This item is currently Sold Out.

Here is what Kent says about these wrenches: " I am very picky about the "feel" and "fit" of my combination wrenches. Some are just too smooth and slippery, while others just don't feel good in your hands. Then their are those who have real thick heads that make it hard to get on close quarter nuts and bolts (like Kobalt). A lot of the real cheap wrenches don't fit tight on the heads, thus causing rounding off of the heads (like a lot of them)!!

Mercedes Early Steering Box Adjusting Stud Replacement Locknut

Fits most models 1969 to 1995 - Genuine Mercedes Part - see description for application

Item: SRS-PSLOCKNUT
$6.40

This is not a normal nut. On the face it has a special hard plastic nylon seal. When this seal deteriorates you may see evidence of power steering fluid seeping out of the bottom the the adjustment locknut (located on the top of the steering box). Kent recommends if you are planning to loosen your locknut to adjust the play in your steering box that you purchase this new nut ahead of time. Fluid leaks are not fun!

Mercedes Small Vacuum System Hose assortment

5 Misc pieces to be primarily used throughout vacuum system

Item: VACHOSE-5ASSORT
$3.75

5 pieces 11" to 16" long misc ends from our cutoff stock. From 1/8 inch to 3/16 inch diameter. These can be used on various vacuum connections. Maybe some small fuel hose included. Yes, Kent does use fuel hose on vacuum systems as it will not swell and rot like regular rubber vacuum hose.

PLEASE NOTE: Not to be used for diesel fuel injector fuel return hoses!!

Mercedes 108 109 107 114 115 116 123 126 Chassis REAR Brake Rotor Set - 2 Rotors w/FREE INSTRUCTIONS

Two rear brake rotors for the following models listed in the description 1969 to 1991

Item: COMREAR-BRKSPECIAL
$78.00
$59.20 On Sale!

SPECIAL BUY: Limited to stock on hand. Here is your chance to replace both REAR brake rotors for a fantastic price. These rotors have a special phosphate coating on the edge and center section to retard rust. Installation INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED. 8 illustrated pages written by Kent Bergsma

The great thing about Mercedes is that these REAR rotors fit almost all their models from 1969 until 1991. This includes most but not all 108, 111, 113, 114, 115, 107, 116, 123 and 126 chassis built during those years. Will NOT fit 201 or 124 chassis. These rotors can be easily change by removing the rear calipers.

Mercedes Maintenance Breaker Bar, Starter Removal Tool w/ Free Long Extensions

Item: 3FOR2-BREAKERBAR
$37.45

Buy this product with includes our long half inch drive Breaker Bar and special Starter Removal Hex Tool and receive a set of three long extensions for free ( 24 inch long 3/8 drive extension, 18 and 12 inch long 1/4 inch extensions).  

 

Please note these free extensions will not work on this particular breaker bar without a reducer as it ihas a 1/2 inch drive head.

Click below to read full descriptions of products:

Mercedes Gas Engine Maintenance - Spark Plug Thread Chaser

Clean up your spark plug threads before they get destroyed!

Item: TUL-TCHASER
$5.99

For 14mm and 18mm spark plugs. These work on the older and the newer ( Up to 1995) Mercedes spark plug holes. Use a 13/16 inch deep socket to drive the chaser.

Mercedes Maintenance-3/8 Inch Drive Torque Wrench and Case - SALE!

Use around engine and engine compartment for smaller bolts and nuts

Item: TUL-3/8TORK
$29.75
$20.00 On Sale!
This item is currently Sold Out.

This is a very handy smaller torque wrench to have in your tool box. It will do fuel injectors but is not quite big enough to torque wheel lug bolts. Range is 5 to 80 foot pounds. To order a 1/2 drive torque wrench CLICK HERE.

Kent Loves His Donuts 11/2/11

Kent sees all kinds. Likes maple bars the best. But check out this donut? Deep fat fried and sliced radiator hose? Plain. He had to admit this one was pretty creative. He has mentioned before about the importance of checking and replacing your rubber exhaust donuts. They do not last forever. In most cases they need to be replaced every couple years and even more often if the car is not regularly driven.

Mercedes Maintenance-Heavy Duty Pick Tool Set

Item: TUL-HDPICK
$7.95
This item is currently Sold Out.

Nice set of heavy duty pick tools with rubberized handles. They have hardened steel tips which allow for more prying and twisting with less tendency to bend the tips.

Mercedes Maintenance-3/8 Inch Drive Long Magnetic Tip Extension

Item: TUL-MAGNETEXT
$12.95
Quality Tool. Use as a long extension on your 3/8 inch ratchet. The magnetic tip will help to hold the bolt into the socket. Or you can remove the socket pull out the telescoping tip and use it as a pickup magnet to get into hard to reach places. LIMITED SUPPLY.

Options for Turning Your Engine Over During Service and Maintenance - 10/13

There are a number of maintenance procedures that require you rotate the engine over by hand. This would include timing chain replacement and timing, injection pump timing and replacement, valve stem seal replacement, valve guide rails and camshaft replacement, front crank seal replacement, transmission removal and replacement, or any other procedure that requires engine rotation.

Mercedes Axle Shaft Seal

Item: DSL-COMFDS
$12.75

Final drive seal (45 x 65 x 11mm)

Fits Mercedes Benz:

220, 220D, 230, 240D, 250, 250C, 280, 280C, 280CE, 280E, 280S, 280SE, 300CD, 300CE, 300D, 300E, 300SD, 300SL, 300TD, 300TE, 350SD, 350SDL, 380SE, 380SEC, 380SEL, 380SL, 380SLC, 400E, 400SE, 400SEL, 420SEL, 450SE, 450SEL, 450SL, 450SLC, 500SEC, 500SEL, 500SL, 560SEC, 560SEL, 560SL, E320, E420, E430, E55 AMG, S320, S350, S420, SL320,

Mercedes Happy 65th Birthday Kent!!

Thanks for all you have done for the Mercedes Benz community!

 

 

 

 

 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KENT!

You are all these things and more to us Kent


 

 

 

 

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Mercedes NEW Rear Brake Calipers with Free Brake Pads - WITH INSTRUCTIONS

Fit 1974 to 1985 107 114 115 116 and 123 chassis sedans and coupes. 1981 to 1991 126 chassis

Item: BRK-COMNARBC
$328.00
$299.00 On Sale!

ONLY ONE SET AVAILABLE. These new (not rebuilt)rear calipers will fit a number of models in the 1970's and 1980's. Included are a set of NEW brake pads. Hardware included as well as brake pad grease. Also recommend you replace the flexible brake hoses when replacing a caliper.

WILL NOT FIT 300TD wagon, 201 or 124 chassis. List price is almost $600.00.

Mercedes Service 10 mm Head Size Locking Nuts ( Set of 10 )

Common size on all Mercedes

Item: TUL-COM10NYLOK
$2.40

Replace those nuts that keep loosening up with nylock metric nuts that just won't come off. Inside the door panel on the window regulators. Around the engine compartment. Air filter housing nuts. etc. etc.

Mercedes 1981 to 1985 380SLC 380SL Genuine Steering Lock

Lock assembly with new switch - No key tumbler or black tumbler cover included - NO INSTRUCTIONS

Item: 107-STLOCK
$159.00

Hard to find. ONLY ONE AVAILABLE. New Genuine Part

Mercedes Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Plug

Item: BDP-COMWWP
$3.00

Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Plug

Upgrade your old round headlights. 9/15/11

If you have a 1985 or older Mercedes with round or square sealed beam headlights one of the best safety improvements you can make is to install ungraded H4 headlights. You won't believe the difference! You will actually be able to REALLY see where you are going on a dark country road. The beam width increase will also help you see a deer before it jumps out in front of you. The other advantage with these headlights is if it does burn out you only need to replace the internal bulb (H4). This works on all models started in the 1950s with both single round or square (110, 113, 114, 115, 123 and early 126 chassis) and quad headlights (111, 112, 108, 109, 107 and 116 chassis).

We currenly only carry the single round headlights. CLICK HERE.

Mercedes EARLY 107 and 116 Chassis Ignition Tumbler and Key - New Genuine O.E.

For 1977 to 1980 Model 450SL 450SLC 450SE 450SEL and 300SD w/ Tool and Instructions

Item: INT-116TUMBLER
$98.60
This item is currently Sold Out.

This complete keyed ignition tumbler installation kit fits 1 Kit comes with new Genuine Mercedes tumbler assembly and 1 matched key, special quick removal and installation tool, and complete detailed step-by-step instructions (5 pages).

Mercedes ACC II Climate Control Servo Replacement - Modern Electronic Upgrade

For US Models 116, 107 and 123 1977 to 1980 with Automatic Climate Control (Vertical Push Button Panel)

Item: CCP-UNWSERVO
$699.00
$619.00 On Sale!

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ORDERING:

Mercedes Maintenance Must - One Smokin Hot Torch

Use with standard propane or MAPP gas tank for exceptional performance

Item: TUL-SMOKINTORCH
$23.75
This item is currently Sold Out.

Kent finally found a hand held torch that REALLY works. And you need a torch like this when working on old cars... one that auto starts easily (like on the first click!), one that does not flame out when you hold it close to the surface, one is easy to adjust the flame and temp, and one that really puts out the heat when needed.

Comes with rapid Piezo start and fine flame adjustment control.

Mercedes Fluid Maintenance - Radiator and Fuel Hose HD Pinch off Pliers

Best tool for secure clamp-off in tight locations - produces super tight seal on larger hoses

Item: TUL-VHPLIERS
$18.95

I have used a lot of different clamping tools over the years to prevent fluids from leaking out when removing coolant, fuel, or brake fluid hoses. Most work ok. Some are hard to use in tight places.  Many do not stop every last drip from coming out of the hose. Imagine my excitement a couple years ago when I saw a clamping tool combined with a vise grip like mechanism.  I immediate thought - not that is a tool and a half!  Sure enough after using it it has proven to be the best I have ever used.  And yes, it will stop every drip.... to is super easy to get into tight places and easily clamp and unclamp. The clamp bars swivel are are big enough to work on radiator hoses and strong enough to work on smaller heater and fuel hoses.

Mercedes Tool of the Month

Kent shares his favorite tools when working on his own Mercedes!

I like tools. I especially like tools that work as advertised and make the job easier. I am constantly on the lookout for new tool releases and/or unique designs. From my own experience, I know that many new tools come from someone's frustration over a tool that just does not work quite right. That is how my diesel valve adjusting wrenches came into being!. Those German Hazett valve wrenches just did not "cut it." I can not believe I have sold over 10,000 pairs of my valve wrenches. So when I see a new tool that fills a need I always smile and wonder just who was behind the concept and what happened to bring it to market!

Mercedes Engine Timing Chain Tensioner Gasket

Item: SUS-126TENG
$2.50

Fits Mercedes Benz: 380SE
380SEC
380SEL
380SL
380SLC
420SEL
500SEC
500SEL
560SEC
560SEL
560SL

Mercedes Have Leaks? Need Diagnostic Help, Gaskets, O-Rings, or Sealing Washers?

Here is a list of the products we carry that can help you fix annoying fluid leaks

Fluid leaks are a very common problem on older cars and it is something you will eventually need to deal with if you plan to own an older Mercedes Benz that you use as a daily driver. They can be coolant leaks, brake fluid leaks, transmission leaks, rear end leaks, fuel system leaks and engine oil leaks. Engine oil leaks are more common on diesel engines because of the high internal crank case pressures. On this page we will review some of the common fluid leaks and direct you to our specialty parts and kits that will help you fix it yourself!

Mercedes Maintenance Supplies Pak of 100 8 inch Black Zip Ties

You will use these everywhere on any year and model Mercedes (except in areas of real high heat)!!

Item: TUL-8INZIP
$3.99

Kent could not live without zip ties. Almost anyone who has work on cars, boats, or airplanes will agree. Here is a 100 pak of the popular 8 inch size.