Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: bbryant on June 10, 2009, 19:11:51

Title: Wheel bearing lock washer
Post by: bbryant on June 10, 2009, 19:11:51

I am replacing the left wheel bearing on my 1970 280SL. In doing so I need to replace the Lock plate as referred to in the technical manual. This is a washer with tabs that when bent up prevent the "grooved" nut from spinning.
I have found bearing kits from several vendors, however none contain this lock washer.

Does anyone know a vehicle which also has an identical lock washer or where I can order this part?

Many thanks.

Title: Re: Wheel bearing lock washer
Post by: waqas on June 10, 2009, 21:55:55

I got complete bearing kits from the classic center a while back. They included the locks.

Perhaps they can supply the individual parts that comprise the kits.

Still haven't gotten around to doing this job....

Title: Re: Wheel bearing lock washer
Post by: bbryant on June 16, 2009, 00:12:18

I ordered and received the wheel bearing kit but the lock washer doesnt have the bend up tabs, has Mercedes done away with this type washer ?

Title: Re: Wheel bearing lock washer
Post by: JimVillers on June 16, 2009, 00:37:49

I have reused the lock tab.  If you turn it 180 degrees, you should have a fresh tab to bend up.

Title: Re: Wheel bearing lock washer
Post by: auret on June 16, 2009, 05:49:30

I recently rebuilt my rear axle including replacing the bearings and lock washers. I got the lock washers from K & K Mnfg. They are flat and do not have tabs to fold up. Once tightened I used a punch and a hammer to bend/knock part of the washer up into the groove.

Title: Re: Wheel bearing lock washer
Post by: Cees Klumper on June 16, 2009, 21:14:59

I did what Auret describes when I replaced my rear bearings about 6 months ago. Not exactly a clean result, but an effective one and that's what counts.

Title: Re: Wheel bearing lock washer
Post by: bbryant on June 17, 2009, 01:30:52

thanks to all, it turns out the lockplate is flat and is now designed to punch up at the appropriate grooved slots on the nut