mechanical

Driving the old beast yesterday and it felt like there was some obstructive intervention in the operation of the rack - no evident shake or vibration on the road as such, just a feel through the wheel as you go from lock to lock of something there causing it not to be smooth. Sorry I can't...

My R129 isn't perfect but that's because it's a project car I want to get up to par through my own work. Is there a club or meet that's gets people together to discuss or work on cars. The local place to hire 'Ramp it up' in Avonmouth has just closed so I'm at a loss for advice or opportunity to...

Hi all, I posted this on MBworld after some confusion between dealers as to what's supposed to happen regarding the mechanical diff service on the non-S W205 C63. Hopefully it helps: Here's some news that might benefit other users, as I know there's been some confusion regarding the first...

Car is C250 AMG Line Premium Plus Diesel. When I turn the engine off I notice a faint mechanical hum. Does anyone know what this is? I suspect that it could be an electric pump which circulates engine oil in order that the turbo oil doesn't cook. But does anyone know for sure? Link to...

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Mechanical the least damaging in test http://youtu.be/UHFwkFTKtMw

Just wondering how many mechanics are on here? I know nothing about engines what so ever.......except Diesel goes in one end and I drive the other end......lol

Our little Zoe has slotted in nicely to our car pool and it's got me thinking that Sunday morning nipping out for the papers, bacon etc I'm sure I'm not the only one cringing when doing this in a stone cold V8 that is still cold on return - on many an occasion I felt the need to drive around for...

Hi A specialist told me my suspension needed repair, the car is under a T1 warranty (the specialist had no expectation of making the repair so I'm fairly confident in his motives) MB said 'there is play in the suspension but it's not enough to fail an MOT (their own MOT specialists) so...

Hi i am looking for any amg car newer then 2002 that has mechanical issues or is salvage thanks

Browsing (I'd say trolling, but that has rather negative connotations these days...) through another thread (on Smart car problems), I saw a post from Bolide/Nick Froome that appeared to imply that one could claim for mechanical damage on one's (comprehensive, implicitly) insurance policy. Did I...

Hi All, Some of the threads on hear have got me thinking, especially as I have a problem with my 5sp auto on the s211 E320cdi (53-reg). Most places including MB seem to think that you need a new gearbox or torque converter, if the oil and filter change makes no difference! My car only when...

Being quite disappointed with my MB 2008 38K on the clock and does not respond to my keys. Can turn but nothing happens - steering lock still locked. STAR mobilo diagnosed "Steering lock mechanical fault" and removed the car by special truck taken to MB local dealer. No news from them to date...

Tried w/search, no luck... It's a 5 speed manual. VIN number: WDB1240921F261514 Engine: 104992 10 001861 Transmission: 717450 06 335607 Thanks. //johannes

I have just swapped my W211 E320cdi avantgarde estate for a W212 avantgarde estate. So far not liking the W212 as much if I am honest with myself. The steering is the thing that is really letting it down. I don't have the 'direct steering' option on my car, I have the variable ratio...

Hi, i have a mechanical problem in comand gps unit from w203 mercedes. When i insert the cd, it comes out soon. I disassembly de unit, but the problem continues. I need a part on the picture, where can I buy it? :mad:

Hi, I just wonder, if you start to drive in 1th gear, release cluch fully, and then hit the floor. Will the weels spin with asr off on asfalt ? if its so, is it spin weels at 650-1500rpm range, or after turbo join ~2500rpm?

Who has never had a mechanical break down in their car... not really directed to those who have owned the car for a short time.

Hi all, I've just bought a 1996 w124 coupe for with 120k miles. It has had the head gasket, cambelt, suspension, exhaust, auto box fluid change, and full mercedes service 2 years ago at 110k miles. since then it has had an oil change and nothing else. I like to do a bit of home maintainence...

Has anyone had any experience of underbody / engine detailing? Mainly cleaning salt deposits and light corrosion etc from alloy components - not looking at Waxoyling specifically but what protection can you apply to transmission housing - wishbones etc once clean? Don't like the idea of...