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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 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

 

 

 

 

Mercedes Enthusiast

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 Water Pump Gasket

Fits between water pump and water pump housing. Applicable to many models listed below

Item: DSL-COMWPGA
$2.80

For Water Pump with 5 Bolt Holes

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.

Mercedes Successful Repair Stories of the Week

Everyone loves success stories. We can all learn from them and they just make us feel good... We have created this new home page link to share with you recent success stories from work we have done on our own cars as well as stories we have received from our customers. If you have a good success story send it to us along with a couple pictures and we will post if appropriate.

Mercedes Zip Tie Anchors to Secure Wiring and Hoses ( Set of 10 )

Super strong and easy to attach

Item: HDWR-ZPANCHOR
$2.95
When working on your Benz have you ever noticed that the old factory zip ties break or you have to cut them when moving wiring or hoses? Here is the perfect solution. These nylon anchors have a super strong double stick adhesive that sticks to CLEAN metal, wood, glass and plastic REALLY GOOD. They have crossing slots on the outer side than can accept the narrow type short and long zip ties. Just clean the surface, pull off the protective backing, stick in place and secure your wiring or hoses with a zip tie.

Mercedes Electrical Repair - #8 Wire Terminal Crimping Tool

For use when wiring in additional components

Item: TUL-COM8GCT
$9.50
Normal Crimping tools usually only go down to #10 wire. It is hard to find one that will REALLY crimp #8 automotive electrical wire. This one has brute force and call also function as a lineman's plier and wire cutter.

Mercedes Starting Performance - Battery Heater for Winter Starting

Can increase cranking power by more than 50 percent!

Item: TUL-COMBHP
$39.50
This will work on any model that does not have an enclosed battery. It is plugged into a 110 volt outlet and only draws 60 watts (same as small light bulb). Note graph below to see what happens to a battery when the temperature gets to 0 degrees F.! People think about heating the engine block, but what about the poor battery. If you leave a battery in a discharged state it can actually free at those temps and destroy the battery.....

Will fit all models 114 115 116 123 126 201 124 129 and 140

Mercedes Light Bulb Battery Post Maintenance Tool

All models 1961 to 1995

Item: TUL-BLBCB
$3.95

This handy inexpensive wire brush tool can be used to clean your battery posts and cable connections as well as corroded light tail light and front turn signal light bulb sockets.

Mercedes DONT JUST LIVE WITH IT - FIX IT!

This is the time of year to get with it. From our experience here are the top repair issues that most Mercedes owners have learned to "live with". These problems occur and get worse over time. Many may not even realize how annoying the problem was until it gets fixed - and then WOW! They are exclaiming - Why didn't I do that sooner!!

 

DONT LIVE WITH THE PROBLEM ANY LONGER.   JUST FIX IT!

Living with transmission jerks and flares? CLICK HERE to fix it

Living with a half-ass drivers seat? CLICK HERE to fix it

Living with a turbo diesel that has poor acceleration? CLICK HERE to fix it

Mercedes Learn to do it Yourself the Easy Way! Technical Videos Available for Viewing

Newest Video - Battery Options for Older Mercedes Diesels

After much prodding by his two sons (who just happen to be in the filming business), Kent decided to commit to producing a series of technical videos on troubleshooting and repairing older Mercedes. Each will run approximately 3 to 8 minutes in length and be related to a specific maintenance problem. The goal will be to take some of the mystery out of solving many common mechanical problems that owners face. We hope you enjoy the results. Below you can view all current videos or go directly to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/mercedessource.

Mercedes Late 114 115 and 116 107 and 123 126 201 124 Seat Belt Warning Buzzer Switch

Fits most 1974 to 1991 Models with steering lock buzzer switch

Item: ELT-COM-SBBS
$18.95
Genuine MBZ Part with wiring plug for later models: Please note this buzzer is really for the 1985 and later models. The wiring pigtail is not used on pre-1985 steering locks. The switch itself is the same but for older models you will have to install and leave the pigtail connected.

Mercedes All Models Onboard Battery and Alternator Condition Tester

Item: TUL-COMOBBAT
$9.95
This item is currently Sold Out.

Here is a handy little device that will allow you to easily check the condition of your battery and the output of your alternator. You can install in your engine compartment with the supplied velcro and hook it permanently to your battery posts. Since it is only on when you push the test button it will not drain your battery.

I particularly like to install it in cars that I don't drive all that often. It allows me to monitor the charge of the battery without having to pull out one of my other testers. Great for the wife's car. If she ever has a starting problem you can have her push the button to determine if it is a battery or charging issue...

Here you see it installed in my own 1959 220SE.

Mercedes Whats Wrong with My Key? - New Ignition Lock Replacement Manual & Kits

A sticking or hard to turn ignition key means trouble ahead. And it could be expensive trouble if you ignore the symptoms. We strongly urge our customers to fix the problem at the first sign your key starts to stick or jam. When your key is working, replacement of either the tumbler switch or the steering lock is bearable. But, if you wait too long, you may not be able to turn it at all. You could get stuck somewhere not being able to start your car or even move it. In most cases you will have to pay for a tow to a shop. Then ignition tumbler and lock replacement can become a huge hassle and very expensive. Labor to pull it out can triple and you may have to buy a complete new steering lock and switch assembly. A word for the wise: Don’t wait to fix a sticking ignition key!

Mercedes Chassis Fuel Tank Sending Unit

Fits 110 111 112 113 108 109 114 115 Chassis All 1961 to 1976 Models List Below

Item: ELT-COMEFTSU
$139.99
Brand new Siemens/VDO fuel tank sender. Easy replacement from inside the trunk. List price is $266.00. Click on read more to see all the models it fits. There are a bunch!

Mercedes Hirschmann Antenna cleaner - (2) Pack

For use on all Antenna mast styles

Item: ELT-COMHAC
$3.95

All these old Mercedes need a little lubrication, especially on the antenna mast. Here is an easy to use packet of antenna mast cleaner made by the best - Hirschmann. Take care of your antenna mast and your antenna motor will be good to you! Also for use on manual antenna masts. Sold in a pack of (2).

Mercedes Check out our Sale and Clearance Items

Save BIG $$$$

Save your Pennies and Shop Here!

We know everyone likes deals. Many of these are one only items and will be sold out quickly. Check back here are a weekly basis for your best deals!

Overstock Sale

Monthly Super Sale

CLEARANCE Parts

 

 

 

Mercedes Ignition Steering Lock Removal Guide - By Kent Bergsma

Up to 1989 Models Only!

Item: MRG-COMSTRG
$16.95

For all 108 109 114 115 107 116 123 126 201 and 124 Chassis 1968 to 1989. After 1989 a special cable was installed to keep the transmission locked until the key was turned. This manual does not cover working on those lock systems.

This manual written by Kent Bergsma will walk you step by step through the process of removing and replacing a Mercedes steering lock assembly. This can be a very frustrating job if you don't know some of the factory secrets. For anti-theft reasons the engineers designed it to be very difficult to remove!

Mercedes 25 AMP Blue Fuses - 20 PACK

CERAMIC

Item: ELT-25ABF20
$5.95

25 amp Fuses, made of brass copper alloy. High quality. Sold in a package of 20. Fits All Mercedes up to 1995.

CLICK HERE to see our fuse kits with Instructions.

Mercedes 16 AMP Red Fuses - 20 PACK

CERAMIC

Item: ELT-16ARF20
$5.95

16 amp Fuses, made of brass copper alloy. High quality. Sold in a package of 20. Fits All Mercedes up to 1995

CLICK HERE to see our fuse kits with Instructions.

Mercedes 8 AMP White Fuses - 20 PACK

CERAMIC

Item: ELT-8AWF20
$5.95

8 amp Fuses, made of brass copper alloy. High quality. Sold in a package of 20. Fits All Mercedes up to 1995.

CLICK HERE to see our fuse kits with Instructions.

Mercedes WHATS WRONG WITH MY MERCEDES?

Follow the key question links below - listed by category - find help fast!

New in 2010! After years of receiving email and forum requests for tech help, the problems most customers have and the questions they ask start to follow a very predictable pattern. So to better help you find out what is wrong with your Mercedes and what parts you need to fix it we are launching a new WHATS WRONG section on our website. Each category will list the common problems, what steps need to be taken to fix them and links to the parts and instructions needed to tackle the repairs. Where applicable you will be directed to one of Kents kits or manuals for help in diagnosing your problem. We know that isolating the problem can be more frustrating than fixing it!!!

Mercedes Why Wont My Mercedes Engine Crank Over??

These diagnostic instructions apply to both gas and diesel engines. If your engine will not crank over when you turn the key or does so intermittently then check the following in the order listed. Remember to always start with the simple and inexpensive first and then move on to the more complex/expensive. You can not believe how many times people have had their starter motors replaced only to discover it was a bad switch or poor electrical connection!

Mercedes JANUARY SPECIALS

There are still a few left in stock

Don't forget to give your car something special this holiday season! We have taken a number of common as well as not so common parts and slashed prices just for you. More parts will be added over the next two weeks and the sale will last through Christmas day. Some parts are limited to stock on hand and may sell out early.

Mercedes Bosch 335HZ Horn

Item: ELT-COMH335
$19.85

Fits a ton of Benzs!

Mercedes Bosch 400HZ Horn

Item: ELT-COMH400
$19.75

Fits a ton of Benzs!

Mercedes 114 115 Performance Fuse Kit Upgrade with Instructions

CERAMIC

Item: ETL-115BFKU
$10.95

For 1969 to 1976 220 250 280 280C 220D 240D 300D.  This is the best electrical upgrade you can make for the buck! Have you been having electrical problems in your older chassis Mercedes? Maybe you have taken the fuse box cover off and wiggled a few fuses and it has solved the problem for a while. You probably noticed corrosion on the tips of the old aluminum fuses. Who ever designed these old fuses did not get a good education in dissimilar metal corrosion. You do not put aluminum up next to copper - add in moisture and heat and expect to not have corrosion problems.

Mercedes INTERNATIONAL ORDERS: Yes We Can!!

But due to extra handling and packing costs a $ 75.00 USD ORDER MINIMUM is required

NEWS FLASH! We are currently shipping our manuals, parts and repairs kits to customers all over the world from our Headquarters here in the USA. If you reside in a foreign country, you are welcome to browse our online catalog and place items of interest in your shopping cart totaling $75.00 or more. BUT, due to the complexity of and constantly changing international shipping rates, you will not be able to checkout automatically.

Mercedes New Life For Your Fuse Box

For information only: Under Construction
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