Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Once you have used it to do a differential drain and refill, you'll know. Dan Sent from my iPad > On Jun 24, 2016, at 10:58 AM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > That is one awesome tool. How can anyone live without it? > >> On Jun 24, 2016 9:48 AM, "Dan Penoff via

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

That is one awesome tool. How can anyone live without it? On Jun 24, 2016 9:48 AM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > I have started using FCP Euro of late when I can get something OEM > aftermarket, such as a fan clutch for the W140. I have been pleased with > their

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

I have started using FCP Euro of late when I can get something OEM aftermarket, such as a fan clutch for the W140. I have been pleased with their service, but more so, their responsiveness when you make an inquiry. I would also say that they appear to be making a serious effort to meet the

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Scott informs: >‎This is a report on my order from >FCP Euro. After reading the list, it appears you have OE quality parts. You have hit a home run, with the assistance of FCP Euro. Don't bother trying that with AutohausAZ. It ain't happenin'. Rick  Sent from my BlackBerry Z10‎

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Sounds good to me. I would use them based on what you describe. Dan > On Jun 23, 2016, at 4:28 PM, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes > wrote: > > This is a report on my order from FCP Euro. This shipment arrived today and > here's what I got: > * The flex disks were

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

This is a report on my order from FCP Euro. This shipment arrived today and here's what I got: * The flex disks were Febi Bilstein (FCP only claimed they were OEM). The box says assembled in Germany from German and Polish parts. The actual flex disk has "Made in Germany" molded into

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Last Lemforder parts I saw (W220 control arm) was made in Germany. Same part minus the star and numbers is the aftermarket part clay On Jun 18, 2016, at 5:38 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > Even though they’re Lëmforder? I ask because the last thing Rusty sold me > were Lëmforder

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Scott, In my opinion something as critical as a flex disk I would only buy from the dealer. Accord to the MB of Atlanta EPC your flex disk is $112.00, part number 1264100215. Febi and Meyle aftermarket kits are around $46.00, which is where I would expect them to be compared to factory

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Just buy it all from Tom at the classic center and be done with it. On Jun 18, 2016 12:10 PM, "Scott Ritchey via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Jamie, > Perhaps you can give me advice on this. I have an 82 SD with about > 250K miles; the flex disks and suspension rubber are

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Jamie, Perhaps you can give me advice on this. I have an 82 SD with about 250K miles; the flex disks and suspension rubber are original. The flex disks show some cracks and sometimes I can hear/feel some mild clunking from the back seat during gear shifts. I assume the clunking is the

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Lemforder is crap these days, might as well get uro Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 18, 2016, at 7:38 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Even though they’re Lëmforder? I ask because the last thing Rusty sold me > were Lëmforder engine mounts for the S500 coupe, and

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Being made offshore isn't in itself a problem, the problem is that most Chinese manufacturers don't do much QC so a lot of crap gets through. Watch Big Clive on YouTube for fun examples. If you can force your supplier into doing QC or do it yourself they can make whatever quality level you

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Even though they’re Lëmforder? I ask because the last thing Rusty sold me were Lëmforder engine mounts for the S500 coupe, and when I opened hem up they had markings on them that indicated they were made in Taiwan or China. I’m wondering if their stuff is being made offshore these days? Dan

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

I'd guess the parts will last 12-18 months tops On Friday, June 17, 2016, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > I’ve used these guys for a few things of late and been pleased. I just > saw this kit they’re marketing for the W126 and would be interested in > people’s

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

On Sat, 18 Jun 2016 00:13:01 -0400 Scott Ritchey via Mercedes wrote: > I just ordered that front end kit plus a couple flex disks for my 82 > SD. I think the rubber parts are supposed to be Lemforder, which may > be as good as it gets these days for such an old model.

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

I just ordered that front end kit plus a couple flex disks for my 82 SD. I think the rubber parts are supposed to be Lemforder, which may be as good as it gets these days for such an old model. Tie rods and UCAs not included but those can be replaced later one-at-a time if needed. I'll

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Behalf Of > Meade Dillon via Mercedes > Sent: Friday, June 17, 2016 10:50 AM > To: Mercedes Discussion List <mercedes@okiebenz.com> > Cc: Meade Dillon <dillonm...@gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro > > If you've got to replace all those parts on the

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

n List <mercedes@okiebenz.com> Cc: Curley McLain <126die...@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, June 17, 2016 10:57 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro No UCAs, no tierods  no idler arm bushing > Dan Penoff via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com> > June 17, 2016 at

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Yes performance products exploded diagrams are so valuable for kinds of parts. Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 1990 300D Wickford RI On Jun 17, 2016 10:19 AM, "Joel Cairo via Mercedes" wrote: > I rebuilt the SD front end a coupla years ago, there was a lot more stuff > than

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

No UCAs, no tierods no idler arm bushing Dan Penoff via Mercedes June 17, 2016 at 9:14 AM I’ve used these guys for a few things of late and been pleased. I just saw this kit they’re marketing for the W126 and would be interested in people’s comments:

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

If you've got to replace all those parts on the front control arms, compare the cost of entire new arm. Special tools and labor required for all those ball joints and bushings, you can save a lot of time and effort if you buy a new control arm and all that stuff is already installed.

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Dan. FCP Euro has been my first choice for a while now and they have always provided good parts and service. I don't think YMMV. Fred. Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred. From: Mercedes on behalf of Dan Penoff via Mercedes

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I rebuilt the SD front end a coupla years ago, there was a lot more stuff than that to get it all new. I got it all from Jabba, I could probably go back and find the list of everything I got, it was like $900 worth of stuff if I recall. I think it is Performance Products that has a good