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Electrical and Instruments / Re: Clock repair alternative to replacing solder fuse
« Last post by philmas on August 31, 2025, 20:56:39 »Original clocks are overpriced IMHO.
Moreover, I have serious doubts about their reliability (complicated machinery), even if NOS.
Another option is quartz conversion of the internals, keeping the outside appearance unmolested…
And so for the purists, you don’t have this anachronic « quartz »logo; you just miss the little « click » every second…Palo alto speedometer did this for me some years ago, don’t remember at what price but it was reasonable (considering overseas shipping cost …).
I’m sure there are other companies that could do it.
Moreover, I have serious doubts about their reliability (complicated machinery), even if NOS.
Another option is quartz conversion of the internals, keeping the outside appearance unmolested…
And so for the purists, you don’t have this anachronic « quartz »logo; you just miss the little « click » every second…Palo alto speedometer did this for me some years ago, don’t remember at what price but it was reasonable (considering overseas shipping cost …).
I’m sure there are other companies that could do it.
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Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes / Re: Fuel issues, please help a newbie!
« Last post by Lori on August 31, 2025, 20:39:00 »There is more than 1 type of injection pump in these cars so it would be helpful to get more information.
Here is one thread that has a lot of info
https://www.sl113.org/forums/index.php?topic=886.0
Here is one thread that has a lot of info
https://www.sl113.org/forums/index.php?topic=886.0
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Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes / Re: Fuel issues, please help a newbie!
« Last post by RobParkerMB on August 31, 2025, 19:42:47 »Well it already doesn't work so I have little to loose before forking out 3k for a refurbished one
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Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes / Re: Fuel issues, please help a newbie!
« Last post by rwmastel on August 31, 2025, 19:22:13 »I'm sure you'll get some good advice.
I'll say that I've been in this group since before we started a website 23 years ago. I'm a basic DIY mechanic who's brave enough to try new things. I wouldn't touch the inside of the fuel injection pump without multiple experience people agreeing on the same advice and instructions. Tread lightly.
I'll say that I've been in this group since before we started a website 23 years ago. I'm a basic DIY mechanic who's brave enough to try new things. I wouldn't touch the inside of the fuel injection pump without multiple experience people agreeing on the same advice and instructions. Tread lightly.
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Electrical and Instruments / Re: Clock repair alternative to replacing solder fuse
« Last post by rwmastel on August 31, 2025, 19:17:04 »CAUTION
email address posted in messages are readable by any person or AI bot in the world. Nobody needs to login to the site to read discussions.
I strongly suggest using the PM (Private Message) feature for secure messaging.
email address posted in messages are readable by any person or AI bot in the world. Nobody needs to login to the site to read discussions.
I strongly suggest using the PM (Private Message) feature for secure messaging.
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Items for Sale / 113 grill complete with star
« Last post by tony wahl on August 31, 2025, 18:56:58 »Mercedes Benz 280sl grill assembly Really nice condition, center star been re chromed and repaired the surround can be used as is or repair small dings sold as is. grill assembly complete only. 1500.00
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General Discussion / Re: Position of the crankshaft seal
« Last post by wwheeler on August 31, 2025, 18:28:07 »To clarify - FPM, FKM and Viton are all basically the same material. Just different designations and Viton is DuPont's trade name.
Also note about the sealing lips on the crankshaft seal: The outer lip you see is not the primary seal. That is in fact a wiper or excluder that excludes foreign debris. The primary lip is deeper inside. So even if the seal is out just a bit, it should seal. But the wiper would not be engaged and could let debris in that would eventually damage the primary seal. The primary seal also has tiny ridges at angles that in theory channel oil backwards to prevent weepage (a very small leak). That's why there is an arrow on the face of the seal.
Also, it looks like there maybe a RTV silicone used on the OD of the seal. I am not a big fan of that and better to use a gasket dressing like Permatex #2 or #3 or similar. Technically the seal is designed so that it does not require any sealant on the OD but something thin like what I mentioned won't hurt. In this application, RTV silicone will create small cured globs that can end up inside the engine during seal installation.
Also note about the sealing lips on the crankshaft seal: The outer lip you see is not the primary seal. That is in fact a wiper or excluder that excludes foreign debris. The primary lip is deeper inside. So even if the seal is out just a bit, it should seal. But the wiper would not be engaged and could let debris in that would eventually damage the primary seal. The primary seal also has tiny ridges at angles that in theory channel oil backwards to prevent weepage (a very small leak). That's why there is an arrow on the face of the seal.
Also, it looks like there maybe a RTV silicone used on the OD of the seal. I am not a big fan of that and better to use a gasket dressing like Permatex #2 or #3 or similar. Technically the seal is designed so that it does not require any sealant on the OD but something thin like what I mentioned won't hurt. In this application, RTV silicone will create small cured globs that can end up inside the engine during seal installation.
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Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes / Transmission mount question?
« Last post by OregonRuby230 on August 31, 2025, 17:56:30 »Hello SL Club members,
I am installing my rebuilt engine and transmission. I am not sure which parts install inside support plate and which are installed outside. Also, reading through the previous posts, some of these washers are for alignment once I have the entire drive line completed?
Any wisdom is appreciated.
Thank you,
Kirk
1966 230SL
1965 Ford F-100
I am installing my rebuilt engine and transmission. I am not sure which parts install inside support plate and which are installed outside. Also, reading through the previous posts, some of these washers are for alignment once I have the entire drive line completed?
Any wisdom is appreciated.
Thank you,
Kirk
1966 230SL
1965 Ford F-100
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General Discussion / Re: Position of the crankshaft seal
« Last post by Figoulu on August 31, 2025, 17:16:25 »Yep… I’m afraid that I need to remove the engine…
AFAIK removing the engine only is ok but I’m afraid about the way back. I struggled to put back engine and gearbox together with the whole assembly outside, so I’m reluctant to do it with the gearbox inside….
AFAIK removing the engine only is ok but I’m afraid about the way back. I struggled to put back engine and gearbox together with the whole assembly outside, so I’m reluctant to do it with the gearbox inside….