Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: Jack Jones on December 08, 2014, 13:43:48

Title: Engine Valve Replacement
Post by: Jack Jones on December 08, 2014, 13:43:48

Hello Everyone,

I am looking for advise on replacement engine valves for the new head for my 1970 280SL I am building. I am a proponent of original parts but have been looking at TRW valves and would like the opinion of people who have experience with or can offer advise please.

Jack 

Title: Re: Engine Valve Replacement
Post by: stickandrudderman on December 08, 2014, 17:31:08

Save yourself a fortune and buy them from a reputable engine parts supplier. Just make sure they are the correct ones.

Title: Re: Engine Valve Replacement
Post by: Jack Jones on December 09, 2014, 02:41:03

I ask because I can purchase 6 intake valves made by TRW for $100.00 and 6 TRW exhaust valves for $150.00. Less that half the price of MB and TRW generally has a good name. 

Title: Re: Engine Valve Replacement
Post by: wjsvb ✝︎ on December 09, 2014, 03:03:25

You can go to TRW's (Federal Mogul) website and explore mfg & material data.  We've had 40+ years' experience with TRW and have had no problems.  That said, things do change with mergers, factory moves etc.  Check locally with experienced engine builders.  Jon

Title: Re: Engine Valve Replacement
Post by: Shvegel on December 13, 2014, 06:30:39

The valves in our era Mercedes are VERY stout and are not even close to pushing the limits of the steel.  I wouldn't worry a bit about aftermarket valves from a reputable supplier like TRW.