Engine Valve Replacement

[Jack Jones]

Hello Everyone,

I am looking for advise on replacement engine valves for the new head for my 1970 280SL I am building. I am a proponent of original parts but have been looking at TRW valves and would like the opinion of people who have experience with or can offer advise please.

Jack 

[stickandrudderman]

Save yourself a fortune and buy them from a reputable engine parts supplier. Just make sure they are the correct ones.

[Jack Jones]

I ask because I can purchase 6 intake valves made by TRW for $100.00 and 6 TRW exhaust valves for $150.00. Less that half the price of MB and TRW generally has a good name. 

[wjsvb ✝︎]

You can go to TRW's (Federal Mogul) website and explore mfg & material data.  We've had 40+ years' experience with TRW and have had no problems.  That said, things do change with mergers, factory moves etc.  Check locally with experienced engine builders.  Jon

[Shvegel]

The valves in our era Mercedes are VERY stout and are not even close to pushing the limits of the steel.  I wouldn't worry a bit about aftermarket valves from a reputable supplier like TRW.