My W124 300TE AMG - Restoration!

[jaymanek]

At the risk of going off topic, I don't even ski or own any skis but I wouldn't mind a ski holder for my 129:

I have that for the r129

 

[jaymanek]

So this week has been fun... but v tiring getting the car spot on.

• Replaced Poly V Belt
• Replaced Spark Plugs, Leads, Distributor Cap, Rotor Arm
• Replaced Air Filter
• New Fuel Filter & Rubber Mounts
• Replaced Oil & Oil Filter
• Replaced Transmission Fluid
• Replaced Brake Fluid – Old stuff was ewwww
• Replaced Coolant – old stuff was weak to non existent..
• Becker Indianapolis Stereo & sorted out wiring
• Fitted Centre Console Fridge
• Fitted AMG Steering Wheel
• Fitted AMG Wheels
• Sorted Out Rear Speakers & Amp System
• Converted to 7 Seats & Replaced various bits of trim whilst there – Never Again!
• Replaced Various Hoses & Perishable Items in Engine Bay
• Fitted the Rising Bonnet Star (previously on my 190)
• Sorted out wiring in tailgate
• Fitted New Bulbs all around
• Replaced all hoses/pipes, both Spheres, the brackets, control rod etc for the Self Levelling System – Never Again!
• Removed Differential for Refurbishment
• Fitted New Propshaft Donuts
• New Lambda Sensor
• New Heater Fan
• New OVP Relay - Wow the car drives different now
• New ASD Relay
• A/C Converted and Serviced… no leaks – phew.
• New Wiper Blades
• New Door Window Rubbers
• New Tailgate Latch
• New Wheel Arch Liners & Under Tray
• Fitted the Chrome Door Pins
• Fitted the MBClub Pedals
• Full Interior Valet
• Rear Windows Tinted
• Had a Cat 1 alarm fitted
• Complete Waxoyl – Used 10L… 1L in my hair and under my armpits I reckon
• Various fixes whilst poking around
• Added a small dent when fiddling about in the back – ooops… the dent man should get it!

To do:

• Fit Recaro’s when they arrive 
• Refit Diff when its done
• Figure out why interior lights dont come on when I open the door

My fingers are cut, my hands bruised and im sure I must still have bits of car lodged in my scalp….
Its been a busy week…

Once the diff is back, the car should be up to standard for me to begin enjoying it!

p.s. found that my springs and front shocks are still the original AMG items

 

[mercboiuk]

To do:

• Fit Recaro’s when they arrive 
• Refit Diff when its done
• Figure out why interior lights dont come on when I open the door
• Fit Twin Turbo Kit

EFA

That is a tremendous amount of work, Jay. Well done for keeping this little slice of AMG history in tip-top condition :bannana:

Darren

 

[jaymanek]

lol... to be honest since fitting a new OVP relay the car feels totally different... much quicker on the pickup... I think the ECU must not have been powering before and not having driven a 300-34 before, I just thought it was normal...

So the TT kit is a maybe now... will see how the car performs for me going forward.
I dont really wanna mess with AMG's super work and am trying to keep it as original as possible..

Also AMG increased engine compression which doesnt sit well with the TT kit which requires a lower than standard compression.

 

[BillyW124]

Great effort Jay,

Enjoy many years of driving in your Refurbed AMG TE!

Amazing the amount of effort and attention to detail you put into your motors.

A great credit to you.

Well done Pal.

 

[Red C220]

Leave the turbos off it Jay, there are plenty of 300-24v's that you can play with that kit on but this TE is a little bit of history that's just been given another 10 years of life.

Good on you.

 

[brigadier]

Truly stunning work! I agree black grille looks good on pre-facelift w124s.
Will be getting one myself, but can't decide whether to paint the old one black, or buy something like this. not sure about the quality.
eBay - The UK's Online Marketplace

 

[Red C220]

Just paint the old one.

Watch an episode of Wheeler Dealers and Ed China can't resist a tack cloth and a can of Satin Black.

 

[tedzwedz]

Original Specification and price list for the model:-

(I have the whole Brochure if anyone is keen - June 1991)

 

[Red C220]

I really like the OZ split rims.

 

[jaymanek]

Original Specification and price list for the model:-

(I have the whole Brochure if anyone is keen - June 1991)

YES please.. could you either scan it or ill buy it...

 

[tedzwedz]

YES please.. could you either scan it or ill buy it...

Sure, have it all scanned!

I can email anyone a copy, just send me a message at [email protected]

 

[BillyW124]

nice document to put in the service pouch!

These little things just add to the finishing.

 

[Kingy68]

Great thread and fantastic car. Have to agree I do like the look of that black grill.

 

[jaymanek]

And I received and fitted the Recaros today... will do some pics tomorrow.. no time today.

 

[wemorgan]

If you're having some seats retrimmed again in the future I know of a decent company in Coventry who currently do work for Mercedes.

http://www.penso.co.uk/expertise.html

 

[jaymanek]

They look expensive!

Thanks though, I will have a big retrim job coming up so may pop in.

 

[corned]

Original Specification and price list for the model:-

(I have the whole Brochure if anyone is keen - June 1991)

I've really got to get a car with Wurzelnuß...

 

[Borys]

Amg legend
Awsome!!!

 

[jaymanek]