Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof Wind noise.
ANGELO GIAIMO wrote: Hi, Had my sunroof rails and other assorted parts on my sunroof replaced and had the whole thing re-aligned. Works nice and crisp now, except.when closed and at highway speeds (75mph +) something starts to whistle (Leak air?) in the S/R. When I crack the window openthe noise/whistling goes away. Is there a fix, is something not adjusted properly? Where do I start looking? The roof won't whistle when properly aligned. It's a matter of precise positioning. http://mb.braingears.com/126_DISC1/program/Chassis/77-110.pdf Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)
Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof Wind noise.
Is there a fix, is something not adjusted properly? Where do I start looking? Sounds like it's either not adjusted properly, or one of the new seals isn't sealing right. You can try the 'dollar bill' test: close it on a dollar bill and see how tightly it's gripped. On all sides. -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof Wind noise.
Need this work done on my 300SDL. Did you use Indy or Dealership? MAy I pry and ask the cost, I understand the Angles are about $425 for the set. -- Regards, Peter T. Arnold 1987 300SDL 240KMI Sunroof FUBAR 1995 F-250 PowerChoke 190Kmi 1954 Metropolitan Convertible, Hanger Queen Wife has a Cruizer, 80 Kmi, as reliable as an Ice Box, the car that is!On Fri, 7 Apr 2006 15:51:50 -0400, you wrote: Hi, Had my sunroof rails and other assorted parts on my sunroof replaced and had the whole thing re-aligned. Works nice and crisp now, except.when closed and at highway speeds (75mph +) something starts to whistle (Leak air?) in the S/R. When I crack the window openthe noise/whistling goes away. Is there a fix, is something not adjusted properly? Where do I start looking? Thanks! Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof Wind noise. COSTLY
On Fri, 07 Apr 2006 18:12:23, Peter T. Arnold wrote: Need this work done on my 300SDL. Did you use Indy or Dealership? MAy I pry and ask the cost, I understand the Angles are about $425 for the set. Peter, It was not cheapParts were ~$450.00. Labor 4 hours @ $95 per. hour. With tax and all, I think I paid ~$887 bucks. Probably would not have done it if the car was not freshly painted and the worn out S/R parts were causing it to ruin the paint every time I slid it open. It was worth it, since, aside from the air leak, I don't have to worry every time I open it. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533
Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof Wind noise.
On Fri, 07 Apr 2006 16:53:41 Marshall Booth Wrote: The roof won't whistle when properly aligned. It's a matter of precise positioning. http://mb.braingears.com/126_DISC1/program/Chassis/77-110.pdf Marshall Thank You, Marshall. That DB is a GREAT source for proceedures on the web. Just did not know if there was one thing in particular to be re-aligned to make the wind noise go away. Actually, I'm going to print it out and bring it with me when the car goes back. (Nothin' like making new friends!) I'm also going to try the dollar bill technique someone else suggested. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533
Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof
Provided the sunroof can still be opened at least part way, lift angles will take at least a couple hours (nearly four for me the first time). Rear rubber can easily be done on jack stands, usually not too hard. May need to use the bolt to pull the rubber into the subframe on the front mounts. Peter
Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof
I think Diff mount may be easy for even an old fellow, how are the Should be. rear sub frame mounts, floor jack and jack stands of do you really need a lift and heavy tools? I did it on a 107 with nothing special. -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof
On Wed, 8 Mar 2006, Peter Frederick wrote: Rear rubber can easily be done on jack stands, usually not too hard. May need to use the bolt to pull the rubber into the subframe on the front mounts. Actually you need allthread nuts and washers to push the old one out, IIRC. The new one slides right in with a good helping of CRC silicone spray. -j.
Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof
On Friday, January 27, 2006, at 04:52 PM, Peter T. Arnold wrote:
Last fall my sunroof got stuck. My trusted Indy said it needed to
{redesigned} Angles as on was broken and they should be swapped as a
set. Price was about $425 for parts and $400 for labor.
Anyone here BTDT? I need to do this before my scheduled repaint. I'm
thinking that the groups collective wisdom is that even skilled
doityourselfers should not attempt this.
Pete
Car started in reverse again this morning, I fixed it by moving the
stick thingy on the floor to D.
The only thing that I would consider touchy, is if you have to replace
the cable's guide tube, which would require headliner removal.
I have done a few tube replacements. They were all broken at the point
where the mounting bracket is welded to the tube just forward of the
rear window. The rest takes some time and care but they're relatively
mechanic friendly.
Johnny B.
I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof
Last fall my sunroof got stuck. My trusted Indy said it needed to
{redesigned} Angles as on was broken and they should be swapped as a
set. Price was about $425 for parts and $400 for labor.
Que? This got garbled, but I take the gist of it to be: Sunroof
broken, estimate high. Par for the course, I understand, and that
DIY on the popup-type sunroofs is not recommended (unlike the older
style). Ours is broken too, and I didn't even try to mess with it
(yet). I just managed to finagle it back in position and unplugged
the cable to it.
-- Jim
Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof
On Fri, 27 Jan 2006 20:40:36 -0500, you wrote: I would be very sure of my capabilities before tackling this job. I replaced the lifts on my 560 last year, what a nightmare. Given the choice, I will spend the money on this repair if needed again. Others may say it's not so bad. I had pretty good instructions, tools on hand, proper parts, and it was still a daunting task. James Jetton 1987 300SDL 136k 1987 560SEL (sold) ___ As old age overtakes me, i find it more and more easy to take advice. I guess I will spend the money, the kids don't need it anyways. -- Fraternal Regards, Peter T. Arnold Hartford/Lafayette Lodge #88 Master 2006 Meets on 1st and 3rd Mondays Washington Lodge #70, Past Master 1997 2nd and 4th Monday Past A.G.M., Masonic District 6B Grand Lodge of Connecticut A.F. A.M. As you can see, I'm busy on Mondays!
Re: [MBZ] W126 Sunroof
Peter T. Arnold wrote:
Last fall my sunroof got stuck. My trusted Indy said it needed to
{redesigned} Angles as on was broken and they should be swapped as a
set. Price was about $425 for parts and $400 for labor.
Anyone here BTDT? I need to do this before my scheduled repaint. I'm
thinking that the groups collective wisdom is that even skilled
doityourselfers should not attempt this.
Pete
Repair of the older sliding sunroof is a breeze. The pop-up roof is
another matter entirely and it's VERY easy to turn a flaw with a simple
fix into a problem that will cost a great deal to repair. The factory
manual (even with Dave's addendum) is NOT sufficient to instruct most
novice DIYers on how to fix the sunroof (in MY opinion). The guys that
have repaired a dozen or more of them can make it look EASY, but it's
NOT something you're likely to be able to perform after just reading the
manual and several of the common mistakes can result in the repair
becoming MUCH MORE EXTENSIVE AND EXPENSIVE.
Marshall
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Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions)
der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED]
'87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5
turbo 237kmi
