Rec Mechanic in San Fernando Valley to Ventura

[abe280SL]

Getting some blue smoke and engine burning oil... #2 plug gets foul with crusty tarry black stuff.  I may need valve guides, seal, rings...who knows.  Any rec in San Fernando Valley.  Someone mentioned Mike at White Oak Mercedes.
thanks
abe

[Nate]

I highly recommend MBZ Motors in Winnetka.  They know 113's inside-out.  Ask to speak with George the owner.  Mike @ Metric Motors in Canoga Park if you need to do a short or long block.

[Tom Colitt]

I'll throw my hat in the ring too, if you end up doing a full rebuild of the engine and want to turn it into a 3.0l engine with more power (not visual to the eye) in the process. I have been very satisfied with the results on my 280SL/ 3.0 project, that I have developed and tested for the past two years. The cost would be very comparable if not less than a Metric Motors engine. My engine uses a custom (modified MB) crankshaft and custom forged pistons and otherwise all original MB hardware.

Best, Tom Colitt
(located in Los Angeles)

[abe280SL]

thank you all,
abe

[dr aj]

Vache at Van Nuys Mercedes on Victory off Van Nuys next to Enterprise rent a car. He does work on my 280sl and is excelent and honest.
A J Popky