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Good afternoon all, need some more advice if possible. One of the plastic quarter windows on my soft top has come away from the main hood. The window was sewn in right at the edge of the pastic and it has come away from the hood to the edge of the plastic is now ridged and probably can't be...

Has anyone taken the soft top off their R129? If so, were any problems encountered? I have been quoted a keen price to have the windows replaced provided I deliver the soft top.

Hello there guys, Just need some pointing in the right direction regarding the cleaning of the soft top for my W124 Cabriolet... Its Navy blue, but has got lots of green mildue around the bottom of the rear screen, also loads of marks where the birds have done their bit, not to mention...

The roof on my CLK has just started to creak slightly, how can i resolve this? whats the best thing to use and where? thanks

Any one know the best cleaner / restorer to bring my blue soft top back to its former glorey. its pretty clean now but it could be nicer! Also anyone know how to set the passenger window its about 5mm higher than the rest and is catching on the seal.... thanks all....

hi tried to open the soft top today but couldn't dash display shows 'close boot lid' i've checked and double checked that the boot is securely closed, and nothing is obstructing in the boot or the roof mechanism one thing i can think of is the rear bumper was changed at the bodyshop...

Hi there, I have a salvage R129 SL with a mint soft top.I want to remove the soft top before the car has to be disposed off. I want the complete frame etc, does anyone know where i could find a manual or tips on removal? Thanks

HI, my car recently, when i push the brake it goes to floor. :crazy: Why??? The brake pads are new.:) But the oil brake i dont know if its good.:confused: thanks. W202.022 engine 111.961 trans. 722.423 1995

My W208 Cab has some patches of light mould on the roof. Can any members suggest ways of cleaning it. The blue roof feels to me slightly faded adn may do with a littler restore, however I dont want to do anything drastic.

Last month I was going to take the Brabus S class to the Le Mans Classic. My other half and my niece were going so I decided to take the S Class. It is a W140 1995 model converted to SV12 spec in 1999. I have always had an issue with brake fade although she does run massive Alcon calipers on...

After returning from a drive out with my roof down, I went thru the normal 'hood-up' routine, only for it to stop half way.Both of the electric windows are not working either. Does anyone have any ideas as to what it might be ? ( I have checked the fuses in the boot area and all seen ok )...

Hi i have noticed that on the rear part of my hood ( where the windows are ) i have started to see large areas of fabric which is looking as though it has been rubbed and has gone patchy in certain places ie between the centre window and on the sides of the side windows where it folds.... How...

The hydraulics , pump and pistons for the automatic soft top are still functioning , but are leeking oil into the boot-well and the system needs constant topping up with oil to function . My mechanic ( not actual expert on merc roofs) says he needs to order/replace with all new parts and at...

I have a W140 S500 Coupe. Soft close boot naturally. Just noticed on my return from 30 days away that the boot is not quite closing as well as it should do, ie it needs to pull down about another 3 or 4mm. Tried a search and couldn't find anything about this.... also not sure if this is an...

My wife has an Astra convertible, and she's not a hairdresser before you all start. The roof has gone a bit green with moss type stuff on it. Can I clean it with soap and water, or is there a proper way to do it. I know this aint MB related, but she's related to me, and I have one! The process...

Hi all First post to a UK forum so go easy ;) I'm looking to find a quality replacement soft top and so far http://www.prestigeautotrim.com/uk/hoods/mercedes_hoods.htm is looking the favourite as I have a sample material that looks excellent quality and I also understand that the original...

Hey everyone, Not sure if anyone can help. I have a W115 230/4 (1975) and the brakes and not as they should be. When braking the car starts to slow but the pedal moves down until it hits the floor. I have posted on a US forum and they seem to think it could be the master cylinder...

Hi everyone i am in need of help!!! The soft top on my clk i bought today was working fine until an hour ago, it now only works by holding to button in a upwords position, until the roof is firmly closed-HELP!!!! The driver seat wont move backwards, the electic seat on the passenger side will...

friend has leant me a steam cleaner for use on curtains, carpets, upholstery, etc...its basically a tank al la wall paper steamer with a hose with attachment that you wrap a towling glove type thing over. is this too harsh to use to clean a soft top roof, would it remove all the waterproofing or...

Does anyone have any recommendations for cleaning a soft top ( I have a 93 Sl500)? I recently had the two hydraulic cylinders that latch the roof at the top of the header rail and I fear the some of the hydraulic fluid has leaked into the roof. I have a couple of noticable patches appear on...