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Good article on stress corrosion from the NPL here. http://www.npl.co.uk/upload/pdf/stress.pdf

Hi all, Haven't posted here for a while, but here goes: On my 1988 300 TD the attachment point for the power steering pump, which is part of the timing chain cover casting, has just broken and I'm facing crucial decisions. Does anybody know if the head must be removed in order for the...

I was over on the maimland last week and had to take the battery out of the car to start a boat. When I came back some scrotes had tried to break open the boot and have basically ruined the lock. As the battery is out of the car the boot won't open and the car is stuck in a car park in Volos...

Hello, first post here, been looking at the site for a few years. I need some advice if possible. I have searched the forum but can't find anything related. I hace 2008 ML63 AMG. I bought new. I am now on 44000 km. I had a few teething problems all covered by warranty. During this time the fan...

Not sure if this is good for anyone but fella states that the parts available include an amg kit no pictures though): braking mercedes 124 coupe on eBay (end time 15-Dec-10 16:50:58 GMT)

Dear all. Well, I actually 'looked' at the car properly today. Checked all fuses and tried to diagnose the electric mirror fault. To cut a long story short, the fuse was blown, and when I replaced it, that did not last either...so my guess is there is a short somewhere in the system. My first...

One of my locking wheel bolt tops sheared off when I was (possibly over-...) tightening it. Not I cannot get it off. Have tried a Locking Wheel Nut Remover reverse thread socket from Halfords, with impact driver and 12v impact wrench, but I think it's slightly too big (19.5mm approx between...

mostly mechnical e 220 coupe, doors gone, there is some damaged ones rear hit so back is no good, engine gearbox exhaust diff shaft, leather interior biege cream other interior parts, pm for your needs

This car was for sale a while back on gumtree,and I think Jay got the alloys I was interested for the whole car but it was already sold :( 1984 MERCEDES-BENZ 500 500sec

a friend has very tidy 250 w114 P reg 4 door, the car has rust in wishbone and suspension and is considered beyond economical repair. it is beige in colour, engine and gearbox are fine, chrome is very good including bumpers, lights etc all good down to steel wheels and hub caps, wings are fine...

Any ideas on what to do next?

Hi, Braked at a roundabout and heard the big bang,stopped and looked behind to find front nearside spring in three pieces on the road. Managed to drive home 20 miles albeit at slow speed. Can anyone give advice on repair and good after market part supplier,i have not had the chance to remove...

As above - the centre console button (rectangular at the end) is broken/missing from the R129 we are buying. I hear this is a common problem - any pointers as to where to get a replacement and how to refit? Many thanks!

2001 S280 Model My car was broken into last night. They had a go at trying to smash the drivers side window with no success ( very strong laminate indeed ) so they've taken a run up at the passengers side with a large piece of wood and created a hole big enough to grab my wifes iPod which she...

What a fun job that was, although it isn't too bad and certainly suitable for competent diy job. The part (2 in a bag) was £14 from MB A few tips can be made available if anyone interested in stopping the annoying noises on start up. Oh and yes it was the easy one! :D

hi i have an ML270CDI (02) plate and my rear springs are broken. Having just purchased some OE manufactured ones from a company my mechanic is having issues compressing them to fit the car. He's tried some local garages and a MB specialist who dont have this equipment. I'm advised that the...

I spotted a stranded 124 CE onder a flyover on the northbound M1 (Wakefield area) at around 5pm yesterday. Was it anyone on this forum? If so did you get sorted out?

Hi everyone, I've just bought a used CLK230 (W208) and so far pleased with it. Whilst playing with the toys, I noticed that I can't adjust the steering wheel. When I pull the lever under the steering column, it just wont let me adjust the wheel no matter how hard I try. Has anyone else had...

How well do you know the Highway Code? Just for fun and hopefully informative; please take the poll without looking-up the answer. Click here for the answer (#127)

Could someone in the know please let me know if these failed an MOT (only one per vehicle, we have 2 cars the same) because they are broke or rusty? I have no idea what a good srping looks like but would like to know for sure before I next speak to the dealer.