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Hi All just recently changed timing chain, gears, guide and tentioner. I know it's been covered by others but if anyone would like any advice on any DIY aspect please feel free to get in touch. I spent a lot of time talking to suppliers, local Indy & searching You tube prior to deciding how to...

Ha ha ended up stopping at 17 Nm any more feels too much it's only going into a ally head.. Thanks again

I wonder if they are the wrong way around. 21 Nm (15 ft

Hi, Very many thanks for your reply. I have just tried those vaules on my Torque wrench and it doesn't seem to add up. I also tried a Nm to Lbs/ft converter. Could there be a misprint ?? Many thanks.

Hi All, Been looking everywhere and now confused. Camshaft bearing cap cover torque value I have found 2 !!! 15Nm or 21Nm any advice ?? 2006 C180 Kompressor M271 engine. Many thanks

Hi All, Much frantic activity on the dreaded M271 cam chain saga (groan) Hope to replace the cams tomorrow does anyone have the Toque values for the camshaft retainer cover please. I have searched !! Many thanks Moonfish

Hi All, Just going through the trials and tribulations of replacing the timing gears and chain etc on my newly acquired 2006 C180 sports coupé. Is there anyone who has a reliable tool to rivit the master link that I could hire or borrow. Deposit not a problem or cost of hire. I live in...

Hi Thanks for the reply, anyway I can find out prior to finishing the rebuild. Any point in testing the alternator while its removed ?

Hi All, First post and a tale of woe !! After working through the trials and tribulations of changing the timing gears and chain on my newly acquired C180 Kompressor I have stupidity touched the alternator live with a spanner causing a brief spark. What damage could I have done ?? How to fix it...