tubes

Been having some hesitant starting issues with my w124 230e (m102) New OVP Plugs etc Runs fine but cranks several times before it fires seems to be getting worse :( Its been suggested It could be a vacuum leak and I should replace the Vacuum hoses as on a 27 year old car they will of had it...

Leaking alloy: I have a set of very expensive SL65 AMG split rim alloys. One of them has had a repair done at some stage. The repair which is on the inside of the rim has a faint hairline crack on the lip of the rim and is about 1/2 inch long causing the tyre to leak air over a long period. I...

Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone has ever replaced the plastic cam oiler tubes on a M119 engine? My engine is starting to tick and the oil pressure drops at high temperatures, sometimes down to zero and I think it might be this problem. I have basic mechanical knowledge, lots of...

Hi, I have been getting condensation on the inside of my boot lid. Looking over the site, it advises to check the drain tubes. Looking round the ones just by the rear window they are clear but what is the route these follow so I can check the rest of the pipe and where it comes out. Also are...

This may sound odd... but I have a set of alloy rims, and am looking at buying a set of tyres for them... I also have a second set of tyres and rims that I want to fit inner tubes on... Is it as simple as remove old valve, insert inner tube, refit tyre, inflate? Oh... and any ideas as...

Further to yesterday's query about these tubes - I've sorted it. Thanks for the comments - and yes, I have waterproofed the pump. And I check the drains for blockages regularly. So, for anyone else who might need the info, this is what I did. The ends of these drains (there are two on the...

Hi. I've searched for an answer to this and can't find anything. Apologies if I've missed it, but... I've seen references both here and on other forums to keeping the various drain tubes clear on SLKs - especially the ones on the boot lips so that water doesn't get into the boot and ruin...

I have the classic musty smell for about 5-10 mins after the A/C is switched off. I have replaced the pollen filter (in the passenger well) and have tried two different aerosoles ( a Comma product and one from Euro car parts), both have helped but not eliminated the problem. I have two questions...