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Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes / Re: New Mercedes RHD drive exhaust down pipes

« Last post by g2000tpembroke on November 18, 2024, 17:38:39 »

Hi Duncan

Definitely a real pain the only way we managed to get ours to line up was to cut the front pipe at the top next to the manifold and turn it and weld it back wasn’t a lot out but a fraction at the top threw it out a long way underneath..

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General Discussion / Re: My new style garage lift

« Last post by Fandorin on November 18, 2024, 14:57:10 »

I can totally relate to the frustration of dealing with a poorly designed lift. It’s such a relief when you finally get something solid and well-engineered. I’ve had my share of issues with gear that doesn’t live up to the hype, and it’s always a gamble.

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General Discussion / Possible assistance from pagoda friends living in Germany?

« Last post by Merc_Girl on November 18, 2024, 14:19:24 »

Liebe Freunde, Deutsche und Landsleute
Leih mir deine Ohren!!!
Ich suche den Ersatzbenzinkanister, der im Reserverad meiner Pagode sitzt (Bessie hat ein vertikal angebrachtes Reserverad).

Ich habe eines mit Halteklammer auf der deutschen Website h gefunden
kleinanzeigen.de
Ich habe die Website schon einmal genutzt, aber sie haben zusätzliche Sicherheit eingebaut, bei der Sie zur Eingabe Ihrer Mobiltelefonnummer aufgefordert werden, aber jetzt werden keine Nicht-EU-Nummern akzeptiert 😔

Ich frage mich, ob mir vielleicht jemand helfen kann, den Verkäufer zu kontaktieren, da ich versuche herauszufinden, ob er nach Großbritannien exportieren wird

Vielen Dank im Voraus für jede Hilfe, die Sie leisten können

Katie


Dear friends, Germans and countrymen
Lend me your ears!!!
I’m looking for the spare petrol can that sits in the spare wheel of my pagoda (Bessie has a vertically located spare)

I have found one, with a holding clamp, on the German website h
kleinanzeigen.de
I’ve used the website before but they have put in additional security where you are required to put in your mobile number, but now don’t accept non EU numbers  😔

Wondering if someone might be able to help contact the seller as I’m trying to find out if they will export to UK

Many thanks in advance for any help you may be able to provide
Katie

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Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes / Re: New Mercedes RHD drive exhaust down pipes

« Last post by Pawel66 on November 18, 2024, 12:47:27 »

Really sorry to hear that...

I bought 280Sl LHD from Mercedes and they were a perfect fit...

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Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes / Re: 230 with a short fuel pump - protector modifications

« Last post by Vander on November 18, 2024, 12:05:33 »

Here is my 66 230SL. I chose to buy the correct protective can for the short style pump instead of cutting one up. Also you can see the bracket and there are 3 rubber buffers with threaded studs.

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Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes / Re: New Mercedes RHD drive exhaust down pipes

« Last post by Duncan200 on November 18, 2024, 10:17:04 »

Hello All,

Just reviving this thread as I too purchased genuine Mercedes RHD Engine Pipes, albeit 3 years ago and have only just gotten to the point of fitting them.

As you can see from the pics, mine are actually worse and not only are they sitting vertical, they are pointing at the gearbox.

The last pic shows where the crossover pipe sits in relation to where they are sitting.

I’ve sent an email to the dealer I purchased them off, only because I’m friends with the warranty administrator, but I’m not holding my breath I’ll get a favourable response.

My advice to anyone looking to purchase the high quality, precision manufactured OE RHD Engine Pipes from Mercedes, DON’T!

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Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes / Re: 230 with a short fuel pump - protector modifications

« Last post by DHMB on November 18, 2024, 07:01:07 »

I have an early 230 with the spare wheel tub and it has the short pump. Having problems mounting the protector that is correctly shown in the pics. The bracket that the pump is mounted to gets in the way. What bracket did you use? Any pics?

Its seems that you have to lower the pump, route/connect the fuesl lines and then fasten the protector/pump to the mounting location on the frame?? Doesn't seem right!!

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General Discussion / 280SL Mechanics in Seattle/Bellevue/Woodinville WA

« Last post by daffern1 on November 18, 2024, 06:25:37 »

Anyone have any recommendations?

THX

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General Discussion / Re: Pagoda Notes November 2024

« Last post by Jonny B on November 18, 2024, 04:49:59 »

An email notification was sent out, on 15 November - it also included a call to vote for the new board members.

Link:
As per usual, you can pickup your copy of Pagoda Notes, after logging in on the forum, at this link: https://www.sl113.org/wiki/Restricted/PagodaNotes

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General Discussion / Re: Pagoda Notes November 2024

« Last post by John Betsch - "SADIE" on November 17, 2024, 23:24:11 »

I am sure it is something I did or didn't do, but I don't remember seeing a recent Pagoda Notes.  I am simply posting so demonstrate my, and maybe other members oops

  Thanks Jonny B!


jb