Author Topic: 230SL Turn Indicator Multi-Function Switch (Read 8375 times)

klc1967230sl · « **on:** July 15, 2019, 18:12:17 »

I have contacted numerous parts suppliers (BudsBenz, K&K Mfg., Authentic Classics, etc.), and they all say reproductions of this switch are simply not available. Does anyone know of a supplier who still offers the switch? Or someone who rebuilds them? Or who the last manufacturer of the switch was? This is an important subject for 230SL owners who need this part. From what I have read, the turn signal switch for the 280SL is not available either. What are 230SL and 280SL owners who need this part doing?

teahead · « **Reply #1 on:** July 15, 2019, 18:14:27 »

https://oldtimer-ersatzteile24.de/Turn-Signal-switch-for-Mercedes-Pagoda-W113-230SL

teahead · « **Reply #2 on:** July 15, 2019, 18:15:37 »

What's wrong w/your current switch?

Wiper no worky?

Mechanically not working right? If so, see:

https://www.sl113.org/forums/index.php?topic=3821.0

klc1967230sl · « **Reply #3 on:** July 15, 2019, 18:25:39 »

Oldtimer website says "not available now!" I have not asked them if they anticipate getting more.

klc1967230sl · « **Reply #4 on:** July 15, 2019, 18:37:07 »

Thanks, Teahead. The plastic case is cracked and loose on the rest of the turn signal mechanism. Also, the unit does not operate WS wipers. It's possible mine could be rebuilt if anyone knows who rebuilds them. One supplier showed a new one for sale at over $2,000, but even it is no longer available.

mbpaul · « **Reply #5 on:** July 15, 2019, 18:41:32 »

I assume you tried the Classic Center. I bought one from them a couple of years ago.

Pawel66 · « **Reply #6 on:** July 15, 2019, 18:57:08 »

In the EPC it shows red dot - NLA, but you can ask the Classic Center US, they are very helpful, part number is A 001 545 55 24. Used to be ca $800 when available.

Maybe there:
https://www.niemoeller.de/en/w113/w113/B042/460/d46183-combined-switch

Which plastic, this one?

https://oldtimer-ersatzteile24.de/Griffstueck-fuer-Mercedes-W113-Blinkerschalter

On this forum you may find a lot of threads on repairing of these switches. Use search "wiper switch" or "wiper switch repair/rebuild".

Benz Dr. · « **Reply #7 on:** July 15, 2019, 19:28:21 »

I have some available for 280SL.

mbpaul · « **Reply #8 on:** July 15, 2019, 19:36:42 »

Unfortunately, the 280SL turn signal switch is different. The number that Pawel66 gave, A 001 545 55 24, is the one needed for the 230SL.

teahead · « **Reply #9 on:** July 15, 2019, 20:19:31 »

Can one easily convert to the 280SL style?

teahead · « **Reply #10 on:** July 15, 2019, 20:20:32 »

Quote from: Benz Dr. on July 15, 2019, 19:28:21

I have some available for 280SL.

New or rebuilt used or just used?

Benz Dr. · « **Reply #11 on:** July 15, 2019, 20:55:23 »

Quote from: teahead on July 15, 2019, 20:19:31

Can one easily convert to the 280SL style?

No, I don't think so. Very different part.

UJJ · « **Reply #12 on:** July 15, 2019, 21:42:24 »

I think this is the correct one for 230/250SL
New Very pricey$$$$

https://www.adsitco.com/parts/detail/Mercedes/turnsignal-switch/2888/

ja17 · « **Reply #13 on:** July 15, 2019, 23:00:34 »

I have taken these apart and repaired them, but they are very complicated. Lots of little parts (springs, balls, contacts etc.). It is good if you have a little watchmaking experience if you want to attempt it. I suspect that it is just a mater of time before someone offers a rebuilding service.

stickandrudderman · « **Reply #14 on:** July 16, 2019, 15:59:34 »

Indeed it is a fiddly job but we rebuild them in-house.
UK might be too far for the OP though....

UJJ · « **Reply #15 on:** July 16, 2019, 16:05:58 »

But he says the plastic case is cracked. Can it still be rebuild?

klc1967230sl · « **Reply #16 on:** July 16, 2019, 16:37:25 »

I really appreciate everyone's suggestions and will be following up on them. I'll also let you know what I end up doing. BudBenz says that the part for a 280SL is not available either. I have to think whoever once manufactured the reproductions will be doing so again soon.

Benz Dr. · « **Reply #17 on:** July 16, 2019, 16:50:28 »

Quote from: klc1967230sl on July 16, 2019, 16:37:25

I really appreciate everyone's suggestions and will be following up on them. I'll also let you know what I end up doing. BudBenz says that the part for a 280SL is not available either. I have to think whoever once manufactured the reproductions will be doing so again soon.

280 signal switch is available. I can get over 200 of them. How many do you want?

klc1967230sl · « **Reply #18 on:** July 16, 2019, 18:08:19 »

Benz Dr., the 280SL switch won't work with a 230SL. Do you have a source for 230SL switches? Thanks.

teahead · « **Reply #19 on:** July 16, 2019, 18:29:13 »

Quote from: klc1967230sl on July 16, 2019, 18:08:19

Benz Dr., the 280SL switch won't work with a 230SL. Do you have a source for 230SL switches? Thanks.

Will it not physically bolt on? What' so different about it? If it's just wiring, I would think one could workaround that.

Folks have done this with BMW E9s where in 1974, the turn signal is on the LEFT side, but earlier it was on the right. Wasn't that hard to convert to the 74-style with a little bit of wiring kabuki on earlier models. Not saying it's the same deal, but I would think it would be possible for W113s???

Benz Dr. · « **Reply #20 on:** July 16, 2019, 19:34:41 »

Quote from: klc1967230sl on July 16, 2019, 18:08:19

Benz Dr., the 280SL switch won't work with a 230SL. Do you have a source for 230SL switches? Thanks.

I think we are all aware that 230SL switches have dried up. Someone said that 280SL switches are also not available but that's not true. Only place you might find a 230SL switch is NOS or one from a parts car.

Pawel66 · « **Reply #21 on:** July 16, 2019, 21:41:19 »

Have you asked Niemoeller? I bought several parts from them based on their "available on request" classification.
Also: sometimes it works when you send a question to e-bay vendors about what you need even if they do not offer this exact part directly.

PSB · « **Reply #22 on:** July 17, 2019, 08:21:34 »

Hi,
I also got one (for 230SL) from Niemoeller about a year and a half ago. The electrician who was working with the car said it had some problem and they promptly sent me with another one which worked fine.
Regards
Pedro

stickandrudderman · « **Reply #23 on:** July 17, 2019, 09:21:22 »

There are a lot of differences between the 230 and 280 switch, not least of which is the chrome lever arm is different and the wrong one causes the switch to foul the steering wheel.

klc1967230sl · « **Reply #24 on:** July 17, 2019, 19:15:10 »

UJJ, I checked with Adsitco, and they say the 230SL switch is not available. I am now checking with Niemoeller. I'll also check the references for rebuilding my switch. I really appreciate everyone's help on this. Please let me know any other ideas anyone might have.

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Author Topic: 230SL Turn Indicator Multi-Function Switch (Read 8375 times)