Convertible top

[menesesjesse]

Hi all I was looking for a place that sells the braided cable tensioners that are on each side of the convertible top.  I am in the process of replacing mine but the cables are holding me up. Thanks

[Douglas]

Try Gernold at SL Tech. It's SLTechW113.com

[KUMARB]

May I suggest you try your local Mercedes dealer? They might just have it at a reasonable price. If they do, your parts will be the real thing, not used or after-market.

I am in the process of restoring my 1971 280 SL. I have found MB dealer to be very helpful and bought numerous 280 SL parts from them. The thing about buying parts from MB dealer is they fit just right.

[Douglas]

Binod,

Gernold is a Pagoda soft top specialist who is ridiculously fussy about his parts and a true enthusiast for this particular model, so you're in good hands with him. I assure you he knows more about these tops than any dealer.

[hauser]

I also recommend Gernold.  He is a specialist in all things Pagoda.

[KUMARB]

Doug:

I am sorry, I did not mean any disrespect to Gernold. I apologize if my response gave that impression. I was merely expressing what I normally do.

Thanks.

[menesesjesse]

After going to the dealer the parts guys there were inexperienced in dealing with older cars.  I did however get some help from Ray at budsbenz.  He gave me a direct replacement with an updated part number unlike the NLA answer I received from the parts guy.  The cable is availiable from Mercedes but the part number new.  Thanks for the help in this matter.  I will be picking them up this week. I am looking forward to seeing it assembled.

[Naj ✝︎]

quote:The cable is availiable from Mercedes but the part number new.

So, can you share the new part # ?

Thanks

naj

[menesesjesse]

Sorry for the delay.  Had surgery and wasnt able to get to the computer.  The part number for the cables is 107-770-0066.  Before I start the install does anyone have any pointers I should be aware of.  Thanks and I hope I helped some of you.

[paulr]

I used a crochet hook to thread mine through. Worked a treat.

[Naj ✝︎]

quote:Originally posted by menesesjesse

Sorry for the delay.  Had surgery and wasnt able to get to the computer.  The part number for the cables is 107-770-0066.  Before I start the install does anyone have any pointers I should be aware of.  Thanks and I hope I helped some of you.

Thanks for the part #.

Hope you're having a speedy recovery.

naj