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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 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 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 123 300TD Wagon SLS Leveling Valve Adjusting Rod

For 1979 to 1985 300TD Only

Item: SLS-LVAROD
$49.25

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.

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 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 Safety Special of the Month

1/2 inch torque wrench

 

New Safety Special of the Month: We believe safety should be foremost when driving and working on your Mercedes. Each month we will feature a special safety item or items with special savings. For the month of July we are featuring our heavy duty 1/2 inch torque wrench. 

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

 

Mercedes Alloy Wheel Paint Restoration Kit - NEW! UPS GROUND ONLY!

One of the best cosmetic improvements you can do on your old Benz! Complete instructions included.

Item: RGR-ALLOYKIT
$32.50
$25.95 On Sale!

PLEASE NOTE: SPRAY CANS REQUIRE UPS GROUND SHIPPING ONLY.  NO INTERNATIONAL OR USPS. IF YOU ADD OTHER ITEMS ENTIRE ORDER MUST GO UPS GROUND. PLEASE DO NOT CLICK ON ANY OTHER SHIPPING METHOD.

Can be successfully applied to all Mercedes Alloy (non chrome) Silver Wheels from 1970 to 1995. 108, 109, 107, 114, 115, 116, 123, 201, 126 and 124 chassis. Most of us have to admit that stained and peeling paint on Mercedes alloy wheels is ugly on any model. Your eye tends to go right to the wheels. Even if the rest of the car is nice, bad looking wheels certainly can make your car look dated.

Mercedes Metal to Metal Anaerobic Gasket Maker

Small .20 Fl Oz for small repairs

Item: TUL-SMANARGM
$6.50

This is the absolute best gasket maker when you have a clean and tight metal to metal contact. Examples of where you would use this is SEALING the rear differential cover, aluminum oil pan where is mounts to the engine block, etc.
Will not peel off like silicone or RTV and damage internal engine parts. You don't need much and the big tube is quite expensive.

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 LEFT HAND Thread Front Steering Tie Rod End

For Chassis 110 111 112 113 108 109 107 114 115 116 123 126 Models Listed Below 1963 to 1991

Item: SUS-COMLHTR
$19.75

 

Mercedes RIGHT HAND Thread Front Steering Tie Rod End

For Chassis 110 111 112 113 108 109 107 114 115 116 123 126 Models Listed Below 1963 to 1991

Item: SUS-COMRHFT
$19.85

WARNING: IF YOU ORDER THE WRONG ONE IT IS NOT RETURNABLE.

Fits all models in chassis range listed below. PLEASE NOTE: This is a right hand thread so you MUST check the thread pattern on your current tie rod before ordering in order to receive the correct part. NO instructions included. Each tie rod has one type thread on one end and the other type thread on the other end.

Mercedes Maintenance Metric Hex Allen 1/2 Drive Socket Set

Three of the more uncommon larger sizes

Item: TUL-COMLMHSS
$15.50
This item is currently Sold Out.

There large size metric hex sockets in 1/2 inch drive. Includes 12mm 14mm and 17mm. Use these for rear end fill and drain plugs, manual transmission fill and drain plugs, etc.

Mercedes New Product Development

Specialty tool, kits and manuals currently in progress

Since 2011 we have released a number of new products and Kent is working on more this year. 

1) First is a glow plug carbon reamer for the 1979 and older non turbo diesel engines that use the larger series style glow plugs. As far as we know this will be the first reamer of its kind available for these engines. Carbon reaming in the glow plug pre-chamber is not as critical as in the engines using the tighter fitting pencil glow plugs, BUT our research has shown that these older engines need is as well, especially high mileage engines that have had a lot of time to build up carbon over the years. The pictures below show just how much carbon we were able to pull out with Kent's new reamer from an old 240D head:

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 ALL Models Wheel Mount Alignment Pin

This makes installing a wheel a breeze....

Item: TUL-COMSWAP
$16.75
Use on 110, 111, 112, 113, 108, 109, 107, 114, 115, 116, 123, 124, 201, 129 and 140 Chassis. I am sure we have all tried to hold a wheel onto the hub while trying to start a lug bolt at the same time! If you don't get the hole perfectly lined up it can be frustrating and tiring. With this quality stainless steel custom machined alignment pin all your frustrations will fade away. Comes in protective case.

Mercedes All Models 397 Pc. Metric O-Ring Assortment in Case

Must have for any Mercedes D.I.Y.er

Item: TUL-COMNOR397
$24.50
$19.95 On Sale!

This must-have kit does not only have hard-to-find metric sizing, but the o-rings are made out of nitrile which holds up better to heat and is more resistant to oil, grease, hydraulic fluid, silicone and even water. Kit contains 30 different common METRIC sizes ranging from 2.8 mm ID to 47.7 mm ID.

Just being able to use one or two of these o rings in an emergency to solve a leak or prevent a trip to the hardware store will pay for the kit.  Just think of having 382!!!

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 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 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 14 mm Hex Tool - Differential & Manual Transmission Drain Plugs

Almost all models from Early 1960s to Mid 1990

Item: TUL-COM14MMHT
$10.95

This tool has the leverage to remove the most stubborn manual transmission or rear differential drain / fill plugs with the standard 14 mm hex fitting. Handle on this heavy duty hex wrench is 9 inches long. You can even get more torque by slipping a short section of metal pipe over the handle.

NOTE: also fits early oil drain plug from the late 50's 180D up to late 70's V8 450SL.

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 Heavy Duty Tie Rod Ball Joint Removal Lifting Tool

For all tie rods 111 108 109 107 116 114 115 123 126 201 and 124 Chassis

Item: TUL-COMTRLT
$25.80

If you are replacing front steering tie rods there are times when the pickle fork will just not loosen up the ball joint. I have had some instances where even a two pound hammer can not break the tie rod joint loose. In that case you will need to use this threading lifting tool. If you are planning to reuse the tie rod then you definitely need to use this tool as it will prevent tearing the rubber boot. If you do a lot of your own work or have multiple Mercedes this is a must have special tool. Comes with simple instructions.

Mercedes Maintenance-Heavy Duty Pickle Fork Tie Rod Removal Tool

All Models 1960s to 1990s: 16 Inches Long

Item: SUS-COM16TR
$17.95

Can be used on all Mercedes. If you need to replace your tie rods use this tool to get your old tie rods off. Use with heavy hammer to break old tie rod loose. This tool is 16 inches in length and will make your job easier. 

No instructions included.

 

 

Mercedes Source Lemonhead

Keep your Mercedes from becoming a Lemon!! Seek its wisdom when diagnosing a problem... :-)

Item: Lemonhead
$0.15
$0.10 On Sale!
1 Lemonhead piece of candy!!

For a limited time only. Buy a lemonhead for ten cents when added to any order including other item(s).

Limit 10 per customer

Mercedes Miracle Paint For Permanent Rust Repair PINT Black - Free Brushes and Gloves

Item: RRP-COMPMP
$21.50

NEW and improved HD formula. This new formula has a thicker viscosity for easier application on vertical surfaces and when using fiberglass cloth.

PLEASE NOTE: This kit contains liquids that can only be shipped by UPS ground. Due to this requirement we can only ship to the continental lower 48 States Sorry for this inconvenience

Mercedes QUICK SEARCH: Clearance Items

Save up to 50% and more. Some items listed are overstock, others are closeout, and a few are new old stock parts that we will not be able to get again. Our clearance prices for new parts are based on old dealer costs so this is your chance to save!

To browse all our current NEW clearance items CLICK HERE.

To browse clearance items by model click one of the links below

Mercedes All Models Body, Chassis and Suspension High Performance Grease

107 108 114 115 116 123 126 201 124 129 Best Moly Lube

Item: TUL-COMSLMG
$8.95

I have used a LOT of different kinds of grease in my lifetime - but this is my favorite. It has a high molybdenum and graphite content and does not dry out over time. It also has a great resistance to water and moisture deterioration. Just the right consistency - not too thick so it can get into tight places - not too thin so it stays in place.

On the body I use it in door check straps, window gears and mechanisms, seat tracks, door latch assemblies, sunroof cables and gears, hood and trunk hinges and any other metal to metal wear location. On suspension and chassis I use it on wheel bearings, ball joints, tie rods, u-joints, backing plates and more.

This 14 oz can is usually more than enough to service most Mercedes Benz. A must have in your tool box!

Mercedes SUPER GLUE Removable Blue Thread Locker

High Quality Thread Locking Compound Affordable Size

Item: ACC-COMSBTL
$3.85
Threadlocker small blue

This removable threadlocker 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.