Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Body, interior, paint, chrome, and cosmetic items => Topic started by: Jimb1231 on April 06, 2016, 10:04:27

Title: Hood support rod/arm
Post by: Jimb1231 on April 06, 2016, 10:04:27
I need to replace the hood support rod on my 1970 W113.  Rod appears to be weakened and hood will not stay up.   Are these available from MB or other supplier?  If so, what is the part number?
Thanks.
Title: Re: Hood support rod/arm
Post by: 450sl on April 06, 2016, 13:12:10
You might want to check your plastic fixationplate first , they wear out over time.
Title: Re: Hood support rod/arm
Post by: perry113 on April 06, 2016, 13:37:52
The part #'s in question are:

113 887 01 63 Torsion Bar

113 887 0519 Torsion support block (fixation plate)


Title: Re: Hood support rod/arm
Post by: Raymond on April 06, 2016, 15:22:15
Before you try to remove the old spring lever, search the forum for the how-to threads.  There are good descriptions on how to protect both the hood (bonnet) and your knuckles. 
Title: Re: Hood support rod/arm
Post by: WRe on April 06, 2016, 16:40:20
Hi,
or do it like Roadbook: http://w113.eu/geschlossen/Optimierungen/haube%20feststellen.htm
...WRe
Title: Re: Hood support rod/arm
Post by: Jimb1231 on April 07, 2016, 19:06:15
Thanks to all.    I think I'll try replacing the fixation plate first.  Very much appreciated.
Title: Re: Hood support rod/arm
Post by: Tyler S on April 07, 2016, 21:07:47
You can also rotate the fixation plate 180 degrees. Both ends are identical and the rod will now have the un-worn detent from the other side to travel on.
Title: Re: Hood support rod/arm
Post by: wjsvb ✝︎ on April 08, 2016, 22:55:38
I have a used fixation plate together with the bracket that is welded to the inner fender.  Came from a wrecked 1970 280SL that was an engine donor for a '69 that was my driver in '71-2.  $25 including Priority Mail to US.  Inquire for postage elsewhere.  Jon
Title: Re: Hood support rod/arm
Post by: Pinder on April 09, 2016, 00:30:17
Tyler, thats the first thing I did on mine when i first got the car. It made the hood stand up. Prior to that it was a bit hit or miss.