Re: [MBZ] sls troubles

2011-08-08 Thread Fmiser
> Rick Hawkins Java wrote: > do any of you know the specs for correct rear seal and o ring > to reseal an sls pump? > does anyone have the specs for the HOSE to use to rebuild the > hi pressure line from sls pump to passenger fender > > they are rebuildable with correct hose http://www.mercede

Re: [MBZ] sls troubles

2011-08-08 Thread Max Dillon
I have read that the hose ends can easily be removed and the hose replaced, I'd recommend you visit your local hydraulic shop for the hose. I think the original hose has inserts to give it shape, don't throw those away with the old hose. Max -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please

Re: [MBZ] sls troubles

2011-08-08 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 1:52 PM, Randy Bennell wrote: > One should think the hose could be attended to by a shop that makes or > repairs hydraulic hoses for industrial equipment. > That's what I did, just took the old one in and they made a new flex section with the old fittings at the ends. Cost

Re: [MBZ] sls troubles

2011-08-08 Thread Randy Bennell
On 08/08/2011 3:44 PM, Rick Hawkins Java wrote: Folks either my sls pump or the hi pressure sls line out of the pump is leaking on my 300td do any of you know the specs for correct rear seal and o ring to reseal an sls pump? I have a couple of probably good ones (besides the one on the car

Re: [MBZ] sls pump 123 300td

2011-07-27 Thread Jim Cathey
It does NOT seem to be leaking from the banjo fitting on the high pressure line how should i proceed? I re-gasketed mine. Internal. Has not been successful, it's still leaking at the (pump's) head. I think there's a flaw in the sealing flange. Other than that the pump looks to be in good sh

Re: [MBZ] sls pump 123 300td

2011-07-25 Thread Fmiser
> > > Rick Hawkins Java wrote: > > > > > > It seems that my SLS pump is leaking > > > > > > ...how should i proceed? > > On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 12:52 AM, Fmiser > > wrote: > > My guess would be, though, that it the pump that's leaking. > > > > ...and it seems nearly every wagon I see has a susp

Re: [MBZ] sls pump 123 300td

2011-07-25 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 7:15 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote: > There have to be a ton of used pumps available if you call around. But they should be assumed to need to be rebuilt until proven innocent, so you're back where you started. Mercedessource.com sells a rebuild kit, for what it's worth. (

Re: [MBZ] sls pump 123 300td

2011-07-25 Thread andrew strasfogel
There have to be a ton of used pumps available if you call around. On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 12:52 AM, Fmiser wrote: > > Rick Hawkins Java wrote: > > > It seems that my SLS pump is leaking > > > > I recently replaced the supply line from the reservoir to the > > pump. > > > > It does NOT seem to b

Re: [MBZ] sls pump 123 300td

2011-07-24 Thread Fmiser
> Rick Hawkins Java wrote: > It seems that my SLS pump is leaking > > I recently replaced the supply line from the reservoir to the > pump. > > It does NOT seem to be leaking from the banjo fitting on the > high pressure line > > how should i proceed? Check the rest of the components. I have

Re: [MBZ] sls pump 123 300td

2011-07-24 Thread Mike Esh
Nice looking foot covering license plate. Hehe. Michael E. Esh On Jul 24, 2011, at 2:48 PM, Rick Hawkins Java wrote: > Folks > > It seems that my SLS pump is leaking > > I recently replaced the supply line from the reservoir to the pump. > > It does NOT seem to be leaking from the banjo f

Re: [MBZ] sls pump 123 300td

2011-07-24 Thread andrew strasfogel
Need a good yoga pose to read that listing. On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 2:48 PM, Rick Hawkins Java wrote: > Folks > > It seems that my SLS pump is leaking > > I recently replaced the supply line from the reservoir to the pump. > > It does NOT seem to be leaking from the banjo fitting on the high pr

Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted

2010-12-27 Thread OK Don
I love happy endings like this! Congratulations for a job well done. On Mon, Dec 27, 2010 at 1:33 AM, Fmiser wrote: > > Dieselhead wrote: > > > You've been busy! > > heh. > > Yup. And I'm ever so grateful for my garage! It's not > insulated, but it's dry, wind free, and doesn't have a gravel >

Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted

2010-12-26 Thread Fmiser
> Dieselhead wrote: > You've been busy! heh. Yup. And I'm ever so grateful for my garage! It's not insulated, but it's dry, wind free, and doesn't have a gravel floor! And with the salamander-type heater, it can even be a (insulated) glove-free zone. *grin* -- Philip _

Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted

2010-12-26 Thread Dieselhead
You've been busy! > Fmiser wrote: I opened it up, with the plan to replace the shaft seal. The shaft is stuck in the cover and the cover bushing-to-shaft is _way_ to loose. And the shaft has worn grooves, and scoring from the body bushing. The pump from the parts car is actually in b

Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted

2010-12-26 Thread Fmiser
> Fmiser wrote: > I opened it up, with the plan to replace the shaft seal. > > The shaft is stuck in the cover and the cover bushing-to-shaft > is _way_ to loose. And the shaft has worn grooves, and scoring > from the body bushing. > > The pump from the parts car is actually in better shape - >

Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted

2010-12-16 Thread andrew strasfogel
om/ > > -Max > > > > -Original Message- > From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] > On Behalf Of Fmiser > Sent: Thursday, December 16, 2010 2:27 AM > To: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Subject: Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted > >>

Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted

2010-12-16 Thread Max Dillon
, 2010 2:27 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted > David Bruckmann wrote: > I'm not sure what "rough shape" means. I opened it up, with the plan to replace the shaft seal. The shaft is stuck in the cover and the cover bushing-to-shaft is

Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted

2010-12-15 Thread Fmiser
> David Bruckmann wrote: > I'm not sure what "rough shape" means. I opened it up, with the plan to replace the shaft seal. The shaft is stuck in the cover and the cover bushing-to-shaft is _way_ to loose. And the shaft has worn grooves, and scoring from the body bushing. The pump from the part

Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted

2010-12-15 Thread David Bruckmann
I'm not sure what "rough shape" means. If it's just visibly leaking (or leaking internally, causing the hydraulic fluid to turn black wiht engine oil), you can try replacing the shaft seals. Often, the leak is because the (pump's) camshaft has wear grooves worn into it. Replacing the seals will

Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted

2010-12-15 Thread Fmiser
> Max Dillon wrote: > Andrew's got one attached to an engine with really bad > compression that won't start... I thought that was the car he was hunting for another engine for - 'cause the engine in it doesn't have the drive for a pump. Or is that his other wagon. -- Philip _

Re: [MBZ] SLS pump for a 123 wanted

2010-12-15 Thread Max Dillon
Andrew's got one attached to an engine with really bad compression that won't start... -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Fmiser Sent: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 9:24 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valves [was: OM603 oil pan breech]

2010-10-20 Thread Frederick W Moir
Phillip. Ta very much! Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred. http://host-a.net/fmiser/ There's a bunch of other files there too. The photos of the SLS valve are cryptically named. s123-sls-valve... Enjoy. -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new an

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valves [was: OM603 oil pan breech]

2010-10-19 Thread Fmiser
> Frederick W Moir wrote: > I'd love some photos, please. http://host-a.net/fmiser/ There's a bunch of other files there too. The photos of the SLS valve are cryptically named. s123-sls-valve... Enjoy. -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and u

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valves (was: OM603 oil pan breech)

2010-10-19 Thread David Bruckmann
There's normally not much you can do beyond fluid and filter changes. The normal fluid is non-detergent, designed to allow crap to settle out in corners so it doesn't circulate and wear out the corrector valves, pump, and strut pressure seals. Additionally on a Citroen, the steering rack, brakes

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valves [was: OM603 oil pan breech]

2010-10-18 Thread Frederick W Moir
Philip. I'd love some photos, please. fred.s...@verizon.net Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred On 10/18/2010 2:42 PM, Fmiser wrote: Alex Chamberlain wrote: How complicated can it be inside? A few fluid passages, some holes tapped appropriately for the lines, and a valve that changes

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valves (was: OM603 oil pan breech)

2010-10-18 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Mon, Oct 18, 2010 at 11:13 AM, David Bruckmann wrote: > The SLS valves for W115/123/126/124/201 etc rear axles are totally different > from > the valves on the 6.9 and W126 with four-wheel hydropneumatic suspension. > Very, very useful info, David! Thank you! I knew that the system M-B used

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valves (was: OM603 oil pan breech)

2010-10-18 Thread Walt Zarnoch
"Other car manufacturers, notably Rolls-Royce and Mercedes-Benz licenced the system which was also used on Berliet trucks. Similar systems are also used on some military vehicles." Bingo! Walt, who's making Benz parts today, oh joy... On Mon, Oct 18, 2010 at 2:13 PM, David Bruckmann wrote: > Th

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valves [was: OM603 oil pan breech]

2010-10-18 Thread Fmiser
> Alex Chamberlain wrote: > How complicated can it be inside? A few fluid > passages, some holes tapped appropriately for the lines, and a > valve that changes flow rate depending on the position of a > lever? I have photos of the inside of one from a 123 wagon - is anyone is interested. -- P

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valves (was: OM603 oil pan breech)

2010-10-18 Thread David Bruckmann
The SLS valves for W115/123/126/124/201 etc rear axles are totally different from the valves on the 6.9 and W126 with four-wheel hydropneumatic suspension. The rear-axle-only SLS version has a base pressure ball valve which is designed to guarantee a static pressure irrespective of the position

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-08 Thread TE
My car is far from looking like a minivan... TE 140.070 -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of OK Don Sent: Friday, October 08, 2010 10:30 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-08 Thread andrew strasfogel
The only well designed modern coupe is the W111, which is becoming less "modern" every day... On Fri, Oct 8, 2010 at 10:30 PM, OK Don wrote: > I agree - my favorite 126, might have to get one someday. > > On Fri, Oct 8, 2010 at 3:29 PM, Alex Chamberlain >wrote: > > > On Fri, Oct 8, 2010 at 1:2

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-08 Thread OK Don
I agree - my favorite 126, might have to get one someday. On Fri, Oct 8, 2010 at 3:29 PM, Alex Chamberlain wrote: > On Fri, Oct 8, 2010 at 1:23 PM, andrew strasfogel > wrote: > > The W126 560 SEC has SLS. IMO this is one of the UGLIER models. > > > > Ooh, them's fightin' words! I love the 126

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
The only cars in NA that has SLS (126) were the 560's. It was not an option on any of the other 126's as far as I can tell or have ever seen. On 10/7/2010 2:42 PM, Alex Chamberlain wrote: On Thu, Oct 7, 2010 at 12:26 PM, Tim C wrote: Which 126s had the SLS? All the Ls? Or will it say SLS

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-08 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Fri, Oct 8, 2010 at 1:23 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: > The W126 560 SEC has SLS.  IMO this is one of the UGLIER models. > Ooh, them's fightin' words! I love the 126 coupe, especially the 560 with the tasteful ground effects. Certainly it's better looking than the 140 coupe, which looks way

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-08 Thread andrew strasfogel
The W126 560 SEC has SLS. IMO this is one of the UGLIER models. On Fri, Oct 8, 2010 at 1:58 AM, Alex Chamberlain wrote: > On Thu, Oct 7, 2010 at 7:37 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: > >> In North America, rear SLS was stock on the 300SDL, 560SEL, and > >> 560SEC; optional on the 300SEL and 420SEL. > > >

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Thu, Oct 7, 2010 at 7:37 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: >> In North America, rear SLS was stock on the 300SDL, 560SEL, and >> 560SEC; optional on the 300SEL and 420SEL. > > SDL does _not_ have it.  We have one.  Our 560SEL does have it. > Hmph! Could've sworn I'd heard discussion here of SLS pumps on

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-07 Thread Jim Cathey
In North America, rear SLS was stock on the 300SDL, 560SEL, and 560SEC; optional on the 300SEL and 420SEL. SDL does _not_ have it. We have one. Our 560SEL does have it. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To s

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-07 Thread Fmiser
> Dieselhead wrote: > I had a friend who had a 6.9 and he rebuilt the valve with no > problem. Unfortunately, this is second hand info, and the > source is NLA. Look for a diagram of how it works or how it > is built as a guide. I rebuilt mine 'cause the shaft seal was leaking. It is a pair o

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-07 Thread Dieselhead
I had a friend who had a 6.9 and he rebuilt the valve with no problem. Unfortunately, this is second hand info, and the source is NLA. Look for a diagram of how it works or how it is built as a guide. Does anyone know about the various versions of the SLS level control valves and whether an

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Thu, Oct 7, 2010 at 11:19 AM, Alex Chamberlain wrote: > One more strange thing: when I search the EPC for the second P/N > above, 126 320 06 58, it doesn't come up with any 126 chassis models > listed as applications for that part.  I suspect that this is an EPC > bug and the part is actually t

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Thu, Oct 7, 2010 at 12:26 PM, Tim C wrote: > Which 126s had the SLS?  All the Ls?  Or will it say SLS somewhere > obvious?  There were at least 2 126'Ls in the junkyard this morning, > would be happy to check tomorrow. > I'd be eternally grateful if you could look for the part number... even m

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-07 Thread Tim C
Which 126s had the SLS? All the Ls? Or will it say SLS somewhere obvious? There were at least 2 126'Ls in the junkyard this morning, would be happy to check tomorrow. On the M100 board the 126* was selling for $1000, not sure that is any better than your 116*. :/ That said I will post the link

Re: [MBZ] SLS level control valve version interchangeability? (long)

2010-10-07 Thread Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
I'll bet that "Must be adapted during assembly." simply means that you bend the lines to the new locations. It may also mean that the hydraulic line fittings require adapters; I seem to remember that one of the 123 valves that I swapped out required that an adapter or two also had to be moved. If

Re: [MBZ] SLS, was Re: Great car but it needs a motor

2009-10-11 Thread Rolf Martin-Hoster
I recently faced SLS failure leaking shocks etc. I ended up replacing the adjustable linkage on the valve and the spheres and all is well again. The valve needs to be rebuild as it does not fill or empty quite like it should but it makes for a smooth ride. Rusty @ buymbparts beat everyones pric

Re: [MBZ] SLS, was Re: Great car but it needs a motor

2009-10-10 Thread Peter Frederick
I had to replace the accumulators on my 88 TE when I got it about 7 years ago. No work of any kind since -- holds oil, works prefectly. Ride is great, so is handling, empty of fully loaded. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www

Re: [MBZ] SLS parts

2009-08-25 Thread Fmiser
> winmutt wrote: > Mine are leaking a decent sized puddle. In the past there were > a few drops here and there, once when jacking the car up and > bringing it back down it leaked bad on the left side. And it's the cylinder itself, not a fitting or the valve that's leaking? > The accumulators cer

Re: [MBZ] SLS parts

2009-08-25 Thread winmutt
Mine are leaking a decent sized puddle. In the past there were a few drops here and there, once when jacking the car up and bringing it back down it leaked bad on the left side. I think I made a partial diagnosis last night. The system is unsually high and does not want to seem to lower when a

Re: [MBZ] SLS parts

2009-08-25 Thread Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
illon '87 300TD 313k miles Charleston SC -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Tuesday, August 25, 2009 8:18 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] SLS parts > The shocks do go bad occ

Re: [MBZ] SLS parts

2009-08-25 Thread Jim Cathey
The shocks do go bad occasionally, though. Are they leaking, bent, or broken? is it possible to rebuild them, since they are so pricey? I've never heard of anyone doing it here in the USA. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] SLS parts

2009-08-25 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 12:28 AM, Fmiser wrote: >> Rolf Martin-Hoster wrote: > >> Need some shocks and accumulators and I'm broke. Anyone with >> used ones email me directly and we can talk price. > > Are you sure you need shocks?  I've never had to replace more > than the accumulators. The shocks

Re: [MBZ] SLS parts

2009-08-25 Thread Fmiser
> Rolf Martin-Hoster wrote: > Need some shocks and accumulators and I'm broke. Anyone with > used ones email me directly and we can talk price. Are you sure you need shocks? I've never had to replace more than the accumulators. -- Philip ___ http://www.o

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-28 Thread Loren Faeth
Yeah, good idea! There's one of them on every corner!Isn't Citroen the stuff they put in fruitcake to make it taste bad? At 04:10 PM 11/25/2006, you wrote: There's a Pentosin substitue but I can't be exact on the number of it. You can definitely get the correct stuff from your local Citro

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-26 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Sun, 26 Nov 2006 04:36:03 -0500 "Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > > Say, Mitch, why the HTML code in text messages all of a sudden? > > Because my ISP changed my preferences in their @(&%@ webmail and I > didn't know it. My computer had a major user induced failure Monday, and >

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-26 Thread Mitch Haley
> > Say, Mitch, why the HTML code in text messages all of a sudden? Because my ISP changed my preferences in their @(&%@ webmail and I didn't know it. My computer had a major user induced failure Monday, and I haven't been able to recover my WinXP system restore files because many services, lik

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-26 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Sat, 25 Nov 2006 21:29:19 -0500 "Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I found this in a Citroen > FAQ:http://www.citroen-ca.com/faq.html color="#ff">3. Can I use Dextron > II instead of the Citroen LHM? > Say, Mitch, why the HTML code in text messages all of a sudden? Craig

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-26 Thread Mitch Haley
It appears that any 5606 fluid would be OK, I might be able to find 5606G or 5606H.Synthetic and veggie oils seem to be verboten. If I can't find 5606, I'll just stick with the RO hydraulic fluid I have on hand, it might be better than ATF. Looks like it would be in my best interest to eventuall

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-26 Thread Marshall Booth
I found this reference: > > James, You and others with MB hydraulic suspension systems may be interested > > in knowing that the original service data that came with my 85 300 TD states > > that Aeroshell Fluid 4 can be used in this system. Aeroshell Fluid 4 is > > known in the aviation commu

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-26 Thread Marshall Booth
Mitch Haley wrote: Is there an acceptable, readily available substitute for W201 SLS fluid?I find it necessary to use the 16v for a daily driver this week. I put a used control valve in it, and now it goes up and down when I work the lever on the valve, and it holds base pressure. I want to get

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-25 Thread Jeff Zedic
No I wasn't serious! heheh Sorry, seemed to be thinking I'm Hendrik lately.. Jeff Zedic Toronto

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-25 Thread Mitch Haley
> > > I've bought and used this before when changing accumulators > > http://motors.search.ebay.com/?from=R40&satitle=Mercedes+OEM+Suspension+Fluid+That looks like two bottles of the Febi that Rusty sells. I'm sure it's fine, but not local to me.I'll probably order some from Rusty Monday AM,

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-25 Thread James Zavesky
I've bought and used this before when changing accumulators http://motors.search.ebay.com/?from=R40&satitle=Mercedes+OEM+Suspension+Fluid+ Jim - Original Message - From: "Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Saturday, November 25, 2006 4:57 PM Subject: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-25 Thread Mitch Haley
> > > There's a Pentosin substitue but I can't be exact on the number of it. Yes, I can order Pentosin or Castrol or several others from Rusty, or I can walk 40 miles to the dealer Monday. I need something I can buy at Walmart, or Autozone, or the airport, or anyplace that's open on Sunday. I

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-25 Thread Sunil Hari
"Local Citroen dealer"? Are you serious? On 11/25/06, Jeff Zedic <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: There's a Pentosin substitue but I can't be exact on the number of it. You can definitely get the correct stuff from your local Citroen dealer though. The SLS is licenced by MB from them. Jeff Zedic

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-25 Thread Jeff Zedic
There's a Pentosin substitue but I can't be exact on the number of it. You can definitely get the correct stuff from your local Citroen dealer though. The SLS is licenced by MB from them. Jeff Zedic Toronto

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Marshall Booth
Mitch Haley wrote: Marshall Booth wrote: The original accumulators usually last about as long as shocks - about 100-150kmi. They have always sold for under $100 (at least until recently). The aftermarket ones I've tried (on my second set in 4 years) seem to fail MUCH sooner and I've heard that f

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Marshall Booth
Mitch Haley wrote: Marshall Booth wrote: The accumulators in "S" class cars DO tend to deteriorate sooner with a range of 60-100kmi being the kind of life that I've seen most often. It may be the additional weight (but my 300TD is only a few hundred pounds lighter than a 126 with SLS and it's or

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
Marshall Booth wrote: > The original accumulators usually last about as long as shocks - about > 100-150kmi. They have always sold for under $100 (at least until > recently). The aftermarket ones I've tried (on my second set in 4 years) > seem to fail MUCH sooner and I've heard that from others as

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
Marshall Booth wrote: > The accumulators in "S" class cars DO tend to deteriorate sooner with a > range of 60-100kmi being the kind of life that I've seen most often. It > may be the additional weight (but my 300TD is only a few hundred pounds > lighter than a 126 with SLS and it's original accumul

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Marshall Booth
Mitch Haley wrote: "Kaleb C. Striplin" wrote: why would you have to buy them every 2 or 3 years? If you are you have something else wrong. They should last 100-150K miles. OK, I was going by the comments in the S-class manuals which suggest a normal lifespan of up to three years. Those spher

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Marshall Booth
Mitch Haley wrote: "Kaleb C. Striplin" wrote: you throw them away and buy new ones, like the man said. Seems kind of spendy buying them every 2-3 years now that they are $99 each from Rusty. Didn't they sell for half that a few years ago? The original accumulators usually last about as long

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Marshall Booth
Mitch Haley wrote: I contacted a fellow in Ohio who rebuilds many Citroen suspension components, including the pressure accumulators (spheres). In response to my query about recharging the S123 & W201 accumulators, he said: "No can do. Those are throw away accumulators. Just got to buy more." H

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
"Kaleb C. Striplin" wrote: > > why would you have to buy them every 2 or 3 years? If you are you have > something else wrong. They should last 100-150K miles. OK, I was going by the comments in the S-class manuals which suggest a normal lifespan of up to three years. Those spheres operate at a

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
why would you have to buy them every 2 or 3 years? If you are you have something else wrong. They should last 100-150K miles. Mitch Haley wrote: "Kaleb C. Striplin" wrote: you throw them away and buy new ones, like the man said. Seems kind of spendy buying them every 2-3 years now that

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
"Kaleb C. Striplin" wrote: > > you throw them away and buy new ones, like the man said. Seems kind of spendy buying them every 2-3 years now that they are $99 each from Rusty. Didn't they sell for half that a few years ago?

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
you throw them away and buy new ones, like the man said. Mitch Haley wrote: I contacted a fellow in Ohio who rebuilds many Citroen suspension components, including the pressure accumulators (spheres). In response to my query about recharging the S123 & W201 accumulators, he said: "No can do. T

Re: [MBZ] SLS accumulators

2005-11-05 Thread Tom Hargrave
They are sealed units and the internal diaphram leaks when they fail. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Saturday, November 05, 2005 8:45 AM To: mercedes list Subject: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] SLS control valve - 2.3-16V

2005-11-04 Thread Mitch Haley
Jeff Zedic wrote: > > AFAIK the last SLS valve that could be rebuilt was the 123 valve. My 124 > valve cannot be done and I'd ASSUME that if there's no kit listed that > would be the case for you too! I checked Rusty's site just now. There are two valves listed for 1987 S124, and one of them is t

Re: [MBZ] SLS control valve - 2.3-16V

2005-11-04 Thread Jeff Zedic
AFAIK the last SLS valve that could be rebuilt was the 123 valve. My 124 valve cannot be done and I'd ASSUME that if there's no kit listed that would be the case for you too! Jeff Zedic Toronto 87 300TD 83 300D

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