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    560 SEC Misfire

    I've started getting an evil missfire under acceleration in the SEC - lumpy, feel vibration through the seat, lack of power. Idle seems less smooth as well. Revs smoothly in neutral. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what it may be?
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    Brake Squeal Suggestions?

    I've had the MB front discs and pads changed several times now on my SEC, but after about a week the brakes start squealing again on gentle braking under 30mph and when coming to a halt in traffic. Any suggestions on squeak-free pads, or is there another solution?
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    Classics & Unleaded?

    Classic Mercs are very tempting, but will they run on unleaded or do they need expensive head work? The ones I have in mind are: 300 SEL 6.3 280 SL Pagoda Any ideas on how much it would cost to convert to unleaded if it needs to be done?
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    560SEC Running Cool?

    Unless I'm stuck in traffic, my 560 SEC never gets over 60 degrees, and the heating isn't up to much. I've been told it should run at more like 80 degrees - does this sound about right? I've been told the thermostat should be changed - is this good advice. how easy is this, and what is the...
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    Stocks In Canterbury

    Has anyone used Stocks in Canterbury for bodywork/spraying?
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    East Kent Independents?

    Can anyone recommend an independent east of Canterbury, ideally in Thanet?
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    More Mystery Squeaking

    Really Maddening Mystery Squeaking When in stop start traffic in my 560 SEC, after a while when I brake to a halt I get a squeaking sound from the rear of the car. When I move off again the squeaking continues and then disappears over around 20mph. Once this has started, the squeaking returns...
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    560 SEC Front Wings

    Both front wings on my 1990 560 SEC need replacing - I've been quoted around £1500 to supply fit & paint genuine MB wings by an MB approved repairer. Does this sound reasonable? Are pattern wings a really bad idea?
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