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Rahul

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Ignition trim ring / bezel
« on: May 17, 2021, 03:20:10 »
Before I admit defeat and fork out for a replacement part, has anyone found an ingenious way to keep an ignition trim ring (that has broken tabs) securely in place?

I have already bought a replacement rubber gasket which I thought would fix my issue. When trying to refit the trim ring one of the delicate tabs broke off... Leaving me with a lone remaining tab.

Any suggestions welcomed, tempted to break out the double-sided tape!
1971 280SL auto #571 over parchment

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Re: Ignition trim ring / bezel
« Reply #1 on: May 17, 2021, 15:29:19 »
You could try adhesive caulk behind the trim ring. That is what I am going try if the ring I ordered two weeks ago doesn’t come through.
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Re: Ignition trim ring / bezel
« Reply #2 on: May 17, 2021, 16:12:52 »
These trims rings were available for only a few $ a couple years ago from mbclassics.de I think about €12 maybe. 

I bought a couple for both cars just in case I break them removing them for dash paint. 

If he doesn’t show it on his site for your year car, just send a note. He is very responsive.

Buy other items you need to make shipping worthwhile.  No TVA/VAT (usually) when MBClassics sends to USA. 

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Re: Ignition trim ring / bezel
« Reply #3 on: May 17, 2021, 19:47:57 »
I could not find them on parts list for some reason...

They are there available at SLS.
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Re: Ignition trim ring / bezel
« Reply #4 on: May 17, 2021, 19:55:42 »
The dealer also can still get them.
About $35
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Re: Ignition trim ring / bezel
« Reply #5 on: May 17, 2021, 19:57:26 »
I just could not find them on the parts lists. Tried 113, 111, 112, various groups...
Pawel

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Re: Ignition trim ring / bezel
« Reply #6 on: May 17, 2021, 20:04:26 »
Early style: up to 250sl vin 2979
1106890180

Late style:
1156890080
1968 (67) 250sl. 4 speed manual. DB180 Silver
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2019 E450 Wagon. Majestic Blue
1936 Ford PU Flathead V8. Creme on tan interior.
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Re: Ignition trim ring / bezel
« Reply #7 on: May 17, 2021, 20:16:52 »
Found the late style, thank you! Group 68. Not on the picture, of course. Available, EUR 35-40, as you said.
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280SL 1970 automatic 180G Silver
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