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@jsv415 23 сағат бұрын
Where did you buy the idler pulley? Link please! Thanks!
@w140restorations 13 сағат бұрын
Thanks for watching the channel. I buy most all of my parts from FCPEuro dot com. No sponsorship or financial relationship with them, and their customer service is excellent. Lifetime warranty on everything they sell, even oil. Check them out and thanks again for watching.
@didntknowhtonamethis 2 күн бұрын
Nice! Bulb part number?
@w140restorations Күн бұрын
Thanks for watching the channel. I think the part number is N000000003634. That’s the Mercedes-Benz 12 V .6 W dash bulb and that may work for the door as well If anybody else on here knows the part number please leave a comment.
@salehalsabahi3484 14 күн бұрын
Goooooo ahead, Perfect explain and thanks for you.
@w140restorations 13 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching the channel. Glad it was helpful.
@MichalisDoukanaris 21 күн бұрын
Hello. I have an s280 1996 with manually adjusted seats. Do you know by any chance if i can convert it to electricaly adjusted seats, mainly to be able to tilt the seat? Thanks.
@w140restorations 21 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching and for posting this comment. Congrats on having a rare W140 if you’re sending this message from the states. I’m not 100% positive that you can, but there are definitely a few things you will need. Your manual cable seat and adjuster will have to go and you’ll need a seat with a power control module N32/1 for the driver and N32/2 for the Passenger for LHD cars. A seat switch adjuster for each door card is also required. I’ve never done the swap but hopefully someone reading the comments has some experience with this upgrade. Best of luck and thanks again for watching the channel. Please let me know if you ever make the swap.
@MichalisDoukanaris 21 күн бұрын
@@w140restorations I am based in Cyprus, Europe. Thanks for getting back!
@w140restorations 20 күн бұрын
Of course. Good luck. If you pull your door cards hopefully the wiring harnesses are same across the W140 chassis platform.
@w140restorations 22 күн бұрын
Everyone asking for the contact number on the car. Here goes. 1-727-557-4530. Hope this helps the owner sell and a W140 enthusiast buy. Good luck to you all.
@timepilot2012 23 күн бұрын
SEND ME THE INFO!!! This would go great with my '96 s600.
@w140restorations 22 күн бұрын
Just posted.
@MatosJr1004 24 күн бұрын
Buy it
@w140restorations 23 күн бұрын
If I had the room to store it safely it would already be the next W140Restorations project car! Unfortunately space is my current limiting factor.
@nnnesneJ 25 күн бұрын
Just met you at a Gas station! Cool Guy! Great channel, Keep up the good work!
@w140restorations 24 күн бұрын
Thanks man, you too! Killer ride by the way with that right hand drive JDM. Don’t see too many of those in Tampa Bay.
@nnnesneJ 24 күн бұрын
@@w140restorations <3
@michaelmurray7379 27 күн бұрын
Great video. Did you only spray the hood with adhesive.
@w140restorations 27 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Both the hood as well as the contact side for the foam insulation were sprayed. The hood received a very liberal amount of glue and the foam received less, but got a spray coat. Enjoy the channel and thanks for watching!
@ek6667 29 күн бұрын
Hi. do you have a link to the F1 floor mats?
@w140restorations 28 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching the channel. As I recall it was F1mats dot com. Looks like they’ve changed or redirected their site to a new name. I don’t know what happened nor can I endorse the new site, but it appears to be the same company. I love the black diamond stitch F1 mats in Iona. Good luck with your endeavors.
@therthondaniel372 Ай бұрын
For the love of all that is holy buy it!!
@w140restorations 28 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching the channel and leaving a comment. If only I had the space for a third W140 I might consider it. That, and cash to burn on a 28 year old limousine.
@cashbrain100 24 күн бұрын
Send the info
@w140restorations 22 күн бұрын
Just posted.
@JohnDiStefano1104 Ай бұрын
Curious, what are you using to polish the plastic parts of the lens?
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Great question and thanks for watching. I’m a Meguiars guy. I used Meguiars Ultimate Polish and a 4” buffing pad by hand on the lenses.
@therthondaniel372 Ай бұрын
do you have any experience with parktronic? looking to retrofit it and was wondering if you could guide me somewhere
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching the channel. Unfortunately I do not have enough life experience with Parktronic systems to comment or guide you where to look. I’m a firm believer in the community of MB ownership and would suggest some well known forums to join and search for specifics. All my best and good luck with the retrofit.
@DavidKimbrell-cq2vk Ай бұрын
cool nice
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching the channel. Hope you enjoy Project Heidi.
@DavidKimbrell-cq2vk Ай бұрын
@@w140restorations what do you think is your favorite car is ?
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Having just been in the left lane of I-75 in Iona, I’d have to say today that it’s Project Iona. You don’t pour yourself into a project not to love a car that much.
@AndrewWillson350 Ай бұрын
How much does this process differ for early ones with the steel panel?
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and great question. I recall the Gen 1 or pre facelift version “roof plate” is considerably different and requires it to come out in a left to right direction with some body trim tools. Don’t hold me to it, it’s been a while since I’ve been in anything before 1996. Now that I think of it. I think there were two generations of roof plates before 1996 and the facelift models.
@ThatOneGuySometime Ай бұрын
You might want to do an oil treatment to loosen up any sludge in that triton. Those engines are notorious for getting blocked oil passages to the lifters which leads to clatter and much worse.
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Heck yeah. The ticking on any triton isn’t the rockers or the pushrods. It’s the timebomb somewhere inside each one waiting for the perfect time to let go.
@busanaummutv1223 Ай бұрын
How can I bay blower motor
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
The old one is headed back to FCP Euro since it’s a lifetime warranty part. Hope the new one lasts more than two years. I buy a ton of my parts through those guys. Thanks for watching.
@xmaxbabilo Ай бұрын
keep up the amazing work.
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words and for watching the channel! More to come for Heidi in the near future.
@David-yh5po Ай бұрын
😂 junkyard needs it .
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Ha. Funny idea. It’s headed back to FCP Euro since its under their lifetime warranty.
@nikkylastephan1168 Ай бұрын
Its so refreshing to see your meticulous works, awesome video.
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Thanks for the very kind words. Appreciate the community of fans and those that love these amazing automobiles. Thanks for watching the channel and for the comment. Cheers!
@joehenry1934 Ай бұрын
I have a 2004 mini Cooper and I only had to change oil and rubber
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
When they are closer to 30 years old and clocking a quarter million miles you have to replace a few parts a time or two. Sometimes twice 🤣.
@ignaciomacias9464 Ай бұрын
This is crazy. I’m about to take care of the guides and 1&5 today on my 97 s420. Not many people have these cars and I find them super easy to work on. Thank you for your videos. They are super professional and informative. Very much appreciated 🫡
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Thank for watching the channel and I’m so grateful the timing worked out for your W140. Don’t forget to replace the timing chain guide gaskets as well when you do cylinder one and five.
@zosoachilles Ай бұрын
I changed the fuel pump and filter on my 96' S500 and started getting codes for fuel trim on both banks. It ran well though with a bit of stumble when cold. Today I replaced the fuel pressure regulator and noticed a small leak in the vacuum hose. I've temp sealed it and the car runs great now, & no codes. Don't know if it was the regulator or the leaking hose. I did notice that the orifice in the new regulator is much smaller (you can see it in your video above comparing both). Without tearing my old vacuum line apart it looks like it might have an inline check or filter, does anyone know the p/n of this short piece of shaped vacuum line that goes from the fuel pressure regulator to the intake??
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and supporting the channel. What a great question. It sounds like there is a lot of love for your W140. As to your question about the vacuum line that connects the fuel pressure regulator to the intake, I’ve looked through three reference materials and cannot find the part listen anywhere. Two more searches and no go for three national Benz parts catalogs. I know what part you are describing but cannot find a number for you anywhere. There’s a tremendous community of W140 fans on here. Someone chime in if you know the part number. Thanks again for watching and I hope you like the channel.
@picekbmwmb5846 Ай бұрын
Hi there I think you forgot to install both side to engine timing gasket driver side and passenger side.
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Holy Moly! Great catch! Kicking my own a$$ in the W140Restorations garage for the next few minutes.
@GranMastaDee 2 ай бұрын
I have never seen a more well-known masculine car get the currently popular pronoun "She." Excellent buy, though. I have been daily driving a '99 S320 for over 12 years now, and like you, it came with all of the maintenance records. Unless you are a mechanic or have $10-20K in an Iowna account, that is the way to go on these old beauties. Wait! I just heard Charles Bronson spinning in 'her' grave!
@w140restorations 2 ай бұрын
Love the comment. Made me laugh out loud with Charles Bronson statement. There’s a story to the names starting with Betty, my first S500 and my passion for these stunning automobiles. Congrats on the 1999! And cheers to the daily. Hope you enjoy watching project Iona and Project Heidi as well.
@GranMastaDee 2 ай бұрын
@@w140restorations Mister, your car may be gender confused but you are a real man in my book.
@georgebushisntcool 2 ай бұрын
Hey can you tell me if you changed the steel braided fuel feed hose as well, I have 07 CL and doing some injector and rail work and I want to change it but this flare fitting is giving me some anxiety to tackle it because I read somewhere that you cant reuse the bubble flare. What you think?
@w140restorations 2 ай бұрын
Man, you’re not kidding about the anxiety surrounding bubble flare fittings. After reading your text I went down a rabbit hole researching and reading. Both the W140 and R129 have threaded ends by the rail and FPR so no bubble flare ends. I wish I had the answer for you but I don’t have the life experience to make any suggestions for your CL. No matter the final answer, I appreciate the comment and thanks for watching. I forgot to share that no, I have not changed the braided lines on Iona or Heidi.
@tramptruck4859 2 ай бұрын
Given the colour of the fluid, I'd recommend a flush/change 😊
@w140restorations 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment and for watching the channel. You’re right about the fluid reservoir in the hydraulic pump. The top is the last scheduled major component for Heidi. The blinker fluid needs changed too! 🤣
@tramptruck4859 2 ай бұрын
@@w140restorations 👍
@isaacvanmeter4948 3 ай бұрын
Really informative love the content recently
@w140restorations 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment and watching the channel. Lots more content coming up for headlights, oilers, and so many more. Thanks for supporting the channel.
@isaacvanmeter4948 3 ай бұрын
First comment
@w140restorations 2 ай бұрын
First! Love it. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel.
@AlmightyBrushgod 3 ай бұрын
HELP MY 97 S320 please
@w140restorations 3 ай бұрын
Let me know what areas you are having problems. I’ve got videos I’m working on for Project Iona and Project Heidi. I’ll see what I can get to for your W140. Thanks for watching.
@Skinnywhiteoprah 3 ай бұрын
Awesome bro. Cheers from Syracuse NY
@w140restorations 3 ай бұрын
Cheers!
@MollyPopper 3 ай бұрын
Couldve just did all the oilers except for the last one by the timing chain guide it probably would have fixed the tick. This was a good video though, I plan on doing all of my oilers tomorrow.
@w140restorations 3 ай бұрын
All the parts on order to finish the job. I’ve got two videos to finish up and the oilers are definitely in the future! Thanks for watching the channel.
@nikkylastephan1168 3 ай бұрын
Awesome video, thank you for sharing indeed!!
@w140restorations 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching the channel.
@user-eh9jo9ep5r 3 ай бұрын
Much noise
@w140restorations 3 ай бұрын
Indeed! Idler bearing is shot. Will replace in an upcoming video.
@GranMastaDee 3 ай бұрын
You sir, are a true man among men. The cloth came off of my '99 S320 about 6 years ago, and I recently found a local ( Denver) 1st gen Polish guy returning the 'Ol Beast to its former glory. He has that "No problem' attitude and, like you, is fearless in tackling the things even the Stealerships won't do. Thank You, Sir! In what part of the country are you located? - I am subscribing, and I hope the local W 140 owners know and appreciate you!
@w140restorations 3 ай бұрын
Thanks! Appreciate the kind words. Hope it helped your W140. That’s why I love this community. Located in beautiful and sunny central Florida.
@zayzilla6661 3 ай бұрын
I'm in Tampa too love the channel
@w140restorations 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the shout out and love for the channel. Hoping 2024 brings with it some W140 car shows and meet ups. Happy New Year.
@datdamndavisboy 3 ай бұрын
What's up Zay!! LOLOLOL
@datdamndavisboy 3 ай бұрын
I didn’t know you were in Tampa! I absolutely LOVE your channel!!! I’m currently trying to restore my W140. Anyway, Happy New Year and continued success on the channel!!
@w140restorations 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words and Happy New Year to you! Congrats on the restoration! That’s awesome! Good luck on your project and thanks again for watching.
@datdamndavisboy 3 ай бұрын
@@w140restorations I'm in Brandon, FL. Are you available for Mercedes related questions and consultation/feedback?
@markbaker6029 4 ай бұрын
Google ‘Auto Hub’ for R129 parts - they’re located in Pleasant Grove CA. They have “all” remanufactured parts for R129’s - all parts come with warranties too. Enjoy the journey especially when & IF you have to replace the hydraulic cylinders (Auto Hub has them too). But in the end you’re saving a R129 and that alone is worth a congratulations to your efforts. Blessings to you & welcome to the family of R129’s.🙏
@zosoachilles 4 ай бұрын
In addition to keeping one spare ignition coil pack in my car, when I changed my headlight switch I ordered two and keep one tucked away next to my coil pack. My switch broke suddenly and I had NO lights. If you are traveling and your headlight switch breaks you could be left with no lights. Having this little part in your onboard parts bin could save the day (night) & avoid much swearing.
@w140restorations 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and good point about being without headlights. The click click noise these usually make turned into crunch crunch and no more headlights for Iona. Had to have a new one. Should probably buy a spare for my other W140.
@zosoachilles 4 ай бұрын
Glad I watched this as I just looked at my service notes for my W140 and realized I haven't changed my filter in almost 5 years! Heading back to FCP's site now. In FL having good airflow is one part of keeping cool. When I did the evaporator years ago, I had them pull the charcoal filter as it doesn't help with air movement on these.
@w140restorations 3 ай бұрын
Great point about keeping a robust document history on your vehicles. What parts, part numbers, and when installed or replaced can be invaluable when looking back at an overall picture. Same with fluid changes and flushes. Thanks for watching the channel and reminding me I need to start a history on Project Heidi.
@rewtdawg9852 4 ай бұрын
who changes headlights before they break?
@strategygalactic 4 ай бұрын
This guy.😂😂😂😂
@iamher6422 4 ай бұрын
Preventives, my guy. I do the same all the time.
@w140restorations 4 ай бұрын
Great question. The xenon bulbs in a W140 start turning a warm tone instead of bright white, then almost a pink glow before they fail completely. They were letting me know it was time.
@zosoachilles 4 ай бұрын
👏Good job! I replaced the pad on my W140 as well. The hood pulls on my 3 M/B's get plenty of exercise in the summer. I like to open the hood after the last drive to get some of that heat soak away from wiring and other components. Even with the engine off it can take many hours to really cool down. Especially my SL65...I pop the bonnet on that beast after every arrival home.
@w140restorations 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. I am a fan of Hood Pulls and Parking Brake Release Handles. Always hitting up both, especially the parking brake. It’s a little bit of insurance for the age of these cars. Thanks again for watching the channel.
@user-fb2kp5jd2b 4 ай бұрын
Still following you and really enjoying your work
@w140restorations 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind words. Thanks for watching.
@user-fb2kp5jd2b 4 ай бұрын
Great video love what you’re doing with her. I own a 99 SL 500 triple black with under 38,000 miles. This is definitely a keeper for me. No hit and no paint work ever. I will follow your videos good luck
@w140restorations 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching the channel. I bet your 99 is gorgeous with the triple black. Heidi has so much potential and I can’t wait to see what she looks like when done.
@piyushdahiya2430 4 ай бұрын
The silver looks better
@w140restorations Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. I’ve got to tell you, the blue and silver of the new ornament looks amazing in the Florida sun against the black hood.
@nikkylastephan1168 4 ай бұрын
I thoroughly appreciate and enjoy your sharing of informative and entertaining content, I know you are the first one to mention the plastic funnel hose under the valve cover.. thank you indeed very much...
@w140restorations 4 ай бұрын
Kind words. Thank you so much. They are a passion and I’m enjoying sharing the journey on Heidi, Iona, and more cars in the future. Thanks for watching the channel.
@nicolasalexiades3667 4 ай бұрын
@w140restorations Thank you for the fantastic content. Congratulations from another two-W-140 owner. Keep up with such fantastic work and thanks for the valuable knowledge shared through your channel.
@w140restorations 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching the channel and for the kind remarks. It’s a wonderful community and I am glad you found us. Congrats on the two owner status! It seems I find myself in good company. Prost!
@rioraton 4 ай бұрын
$ pit! @ least YOU can do the wrenching otherwise a REAL $ pit
@w140restorations 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching the channel. I see it more as a passion and a love of turning wrenches. Hopefully it helps someone out there work on their own project.
@rioraton 4 ай бұрын
Your welcome. The reason I watch is cuz I have a 92 I bought 25 years ago. I love the car BUT it breaks if you look at it wrong. Seriously, one thing after another with only 56K original miles on it? looking fwd to see your rehab of this beauty. @@w140restorations
@w140restorations 4 ай бұрын
My first R129 broke my heart in many ways. I put a lot of time, energy, and money in her only to watch her set in the garage. 1994 SL500, blue black with tan interior. 25 years is a long time to love a car and have her break your heart. I can empathize. That’s what I love about this community. So much love for these cars.
@rioraton 4 ай бұрын
I hear what you are saying. Last year I drove it 1100 miles. I live in a very rural area and there is really no place to drive to. All the miles were to the grocery store which is 25 miles round trip and in a different state..AZ I live in NV on the border of California 19 miles and AZ 10 miles some times I just drive up and down the hwy to keep the tires from developing flat spots from sitting. Then when it breaks it has to go/flat bed 100 miles to Vegas to get it fixed just a real hassle. Last year ALL the roof cylinders were replaced 4K...That hurt But like you say I really like the car too. Looking fwd to your next video @@w140restorations
@michauw3567 4 ай бұрын
Great job! Keep uploading the good content 👍🏻 Are you planning to flush the cooling system?
@w140restorations 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for watching and for leaving a comment. At some point I’ll get to flushing the cooling system, replacing hoses, and the thermostat.
@michauw3567 4 ай бұрын
@@w140restorations great stuff 👌 I am currently trying to replace a water pump on my 500SL but it’s quite tricky and there is no video available on youtube on how to do it so ot could be a good one for you 😉
@w140restorations 4 ай бұрын
I might have to do it sooner than later. Front end squeal sounds like the tensioner and belt pulleys but I could be wrong. About to find out when I start working on the accessories and belt replacement.
@isaacvanmeter4948 4 ай бұрын
W project
@w140restorations 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching the channel!