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$179.50

M117 V8 Timing Chain and Upper Guide Rail (3) Replacement Kit with Instructions

Prevents Catastrophic failures on 4.5, 5.0, 5.6 liter V8 engines from 1972 to 1991. NOTE: Oil tube clips and valve cover gaskets available separately

PLEASE NOTE: Manual(s) are now available in PDF format and are available for viewing when you log into your account at Mercedessource. No printed manuals are shipped.  If you own a Mercedes with the M117 V8 engine timing chain failure can really ruin your day!

On Demand Video
$16.99

M116 and M117 V8 Timing Chain Replacement Safety Tips - On Demand Video

Companion to my written instructions "Preventing Catastrophic V8 Engine Failure"

PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a complete instructional video on how to install a new timing chain in a 1970 to 1991 M116 or M117 Mercedes V8 engine. Rather it is a collection of "tips" to help you prevent running into trouble when doing this job yourself.

On Demand Video
$6.99

Tackling a Rough Running D-Jetronic V8 - Initial Inspection and Tests - On Demand Video

Covers Mercedes 3.5 and 4.5 V8 engines from 1969 to 1976

In this video, Kent will walk you through some initial steps you can take to try to solve a rough running problem on an early Mercedes V8 engine with D-Jetronic fuel injection. Please note that this is an introductory troubleshooting video. It does not contain any actual repair information. 

$47.25

M116 V8 Timing Chain Upper Guide Rail Replacement Kit

Save your V8 regardless of mileage - DO this job if it has not been done in the last 15 years

For all 3.5, 3.8, and 4.2 liter V8 engines from 1969 to 1991 280SE 3.5, 300SEL 3.5, 380SE, 380SEC, 380SEL, 380SL and 420SEL. These THREE are the upper (and easily accessible) plastic guide rails that most often break due to age and heat.

$48.75

M117 V8 Timing Chain Upper Guide Rail Replacement Kit

Save your engine regardless of mileage if this job has not been done in the last 15 years

PLEASE NOTE: Manual(s) are now available in PDF format and are available for viewing when you log into your account at Mercedessource.

$11.95

Thin Fiberglass Cloth Assortment for Rust Repair

Two types to be used with Miracle Paint to repair small holes and heavily pitted rust areas.

This fine fiberglass cloth, along with Miracle Paint, can really do some fine rust repair detailing. There are many uses. You can even repair broken plastic by roughing up the surface on the back side and applying multiple layers of cloth. Plan to be creative!

$39.50

Premium 12 Volt Battery Tender / Maintainer Installation Kit with Video instructions

Quickly disconnect and reconnect to your car's battery - SAVE your battery and know it will always start!

This is a must-have if you have a prized Benz or any car you don't drive often!! If you let any of your cars sit for long periods ( generally over 30 days) without driving them, you can ruin your battery, especially if you let it go completely dead.

$129.00

M117 EARLY V8 BOSCH Distributor Cap - New

Hard to find OE. Small style rotor included. Fits most 1971 to 1976 4.5 engines with electronic Bosch D-Jetronic Fuel Injection

New O.E. cap as shown. Alert: These are almost out of production.

$88.50

M116 and M117 EARLY V8 High Performance Spark Plug Wire Set

1970 to EARLY 1973 3.5 and 4.5 V8 engines - 280SE 300SEL 350SL 450SL 450SE. A change occurred in 1973. Check your style of cap and wires before ordering! See examples below.

Exceptionally nice set of high-performance spark wires as shown. These should be replaced approximately every 80,000 miles for peak performance.

$3.25

M116 and M117 Valve Cover Bolt Copper Sealing Washers Set of 8

If you don't want leaks replace these every time you remove the valve covers

If you are a 1969 to 1991 V8 you should have some extras of these on hand. They are inexpensive and should be replaced anytime you remove your valve covers. The gaskets will keep a good seal longer than the bolt washers.

$29.75

M116 and M117 LATER V8 NGK Spark Plug Set of 8

Bosch plugs are currently NLA. These NGKs are currently the best solid copper core plugs you can get for the later 4.5, 3.8, 5.0, 4.2 and 5.6 V8's

These will fit all 1976 to 1991 4.5, 3.8, 5.0 and 5.6-liter V8 engines with Bosch C.I.S fuel injection.  PLEASE NOTE: These spark plugs have an aluminum end cap that does screw off. You will receive the plugs with the end cap installed.

$29.00

M116 and M117 EARLY V8 BOSCH Spark Plug Set of 8

Best plugs you can get for these early 3.5 and 4.5 V8's AND the only ones you should use.

These will fit all 1970 to 1975 3.5 and 4.5  V8 engines with D-Jetronic fuel injection (electronic). Do not use off-brand, platinum or any other "special" spark plug.

On Demand Video
$9.99

M116 and M117 V8 Spark Plug Replacement - On Demand Video

Learn some tips to use and pitfalls to avoid - Do it yourself and Save $$$

One of the most often neglected easy and inexpensive maintenance items I see on gas engines. Why do people think that spark plugs will last forever or that it doesn't matter what type of plug is used! Aren' they all created equal?

$32.50

M116 and M117 V8 Valve Cover Service / Oil Leak Fix Kit

For all single overhead camshaft V8 engines from 1969 to 1991

This is a VERY common maintenance item on the older Mercedes V8 engines. If they are too old they will leak. If they are not put on properly they will leak. If you do any maintenance (ie, valve adjustment, clip replacement, timing chain, guides, etc), you should have this kit on hand.

On Demand Video
$12.99

M116 and M117 V8 Camshaft Oiler Tube Clip Replacement - On Demand Video

In these engines these are the cheapest parts that can cause the most expensive damage! - REPLACE THEM!

You can not believe how many problems Kent has seen over the years as a result of the camshaft oiler tube falling off inside the valve cover! It is held on by inexpensive small plastic clips and guess what happens after 15 to 20 years? Yes, that is correct.

$16.75

Best Lug Bolt Socket Ever for Alloy Wheels

Fits all 17mm lug bolts from the 1950's up through the 2000's - prevents scratching the finish on your silver rims.

I do not need to say much about this tool. Well made and well thought out. Someone who obviously was frustrated at scratching the finish on his or her alloy wheels came up with this idea. Watch the video below to see why this is now my favorite go it 17 mm lug bolt socket.

$16.95

Modified 14mm Long Handle Rear Drain Plug Removal Tool

WORKS ONLY WITH ORIGINAL OE DRAIN PLUG -- check your size needed BEFORE ordering if you have a Mercedes not listed below

Works on W114, W115, R107, W116, W123 and W126. A better performing and more comfortable 14mm hex wrench to use when changing the fluid in your rear end. Will work on manual transmission with 14mm drain plug only. Watch the video to see why.

On Demand Video
$12.99

Engine and Chassis Parts Paint Restoration Instructions - On Demand Video

This will show you how to prep the parts properly, prime them, and top coat with a semi-gloss black for professional looking results using quality spray can paint

These are the instructions that come with our black engine and chassis paint restoration kit, but they will help you successfully spray paint almost anythings. These step-by-step techniques were developed by Kent over almost 60 years of spray painting cars and parts.

$9.80

Radiator Hose Block Off Clamps - Set of 2

Work on your cooling system without having to drain all the coolant

2 large style clamps to be used on upper and lower radiator hoses. Use these to replace your thermostat or water pump without having to drain all your coolant out of the radiator. Works on medium size coolant hoses also. 

On Demand Video
$4.99

Removing a Power Sunroof Headliner Panel When You Can't Open the Roof

Covers all sunroofs from 1962 to 1985. Factory service manuals say, "open the roof part way to remove the panel." What happens if your sunroof is not moving?

This on-demand training video will walk you through the steps you need to follow in order to get your headliner panel off so you can work on the sunroof. If your sunroof won't open, you are stuck - right? Not SO according to Kent.

$36.95

On Demand 5 Video Sampler by Kent Bergsma

Five of Kent's most popular videos so you can see just how "in depth" they really are and save $20.00!

If you have been enjoying Kent's free Youtube videos but have not yet purchased and watched one of his on-demand "meat and potatoes" videos, we guarantee you are really missing something.

On Demand Video
$8.99

Instructions for Using the Mercedessource Rear End Drain Plug Wrench

Specific to the wrench designed by Kent and offered on our website

This video will show you to details on how to use Kent's custom rear end and manual transmission drain plug wrench. These 14 mm plugs were used on almost all manual transmission and rear ends from the early 1960's up to the mid 2000's.

On Demand Video
$12.99

Restoring 1980 and Older Rubber Vacuum Door Lock Actuators - On Demand Video

This only applies to those actuators that do NOT have cracks or tears in the rubber diaphragm

If your early door lock actuators do not have any cracks in the rubber diaphragms, but they just won't hold vacuum - it may be possible to fix them by taking them apart and cleaning and resealing the outer lip of each diaphragm.

On Demand Video
$14.99

Early Gas Engine Fuel Injector Back Flush Cleaning Instructions - On Demand Video

Video is free with purchase our DIY backlash cleaning kit - works on mechanical gas injectors from the late 50's to early 90's

This 24 minute on demand training video comes with our injector back flush cleaning kit. You can purchase this video separately, but please keep in mind you will not have any of the tools or supplies to complete this procedure yourself.

$24.75

Early Gas Engine Fuel Injector Back Flush Cleaning Kit

Works on Bosch MFI and CIS mechanical fuel injectors from the late 1950's to early 1990's. Will NOT work on electrically operated fuel injectors.

With these old gas fuel injectors, sometimes you just have to "back flush" the insides to restore them to peak performance. There is no guarantee that back flush cleaning will restore every old gasoline mechanical fuel injector. Some are just plain worn out.

$54.95

Miracle Paint Preparation Kit for Rust Pitted Surfaces

This is the best tool and attachments to use for cleaning small hard-to-get-to rusted metal surfaces

Over the years I have used lots of different methods to clean off rust before applying Miracle Paint. This is the best and quickest method I have found. This is a great tool that can be used for many other things like cleaning off brake hubs and rotors.

$42.50

Hood Pad Complete Installation Kit w/Video Instructions

DOES NOT INCLUDE HOOD PAD -- The VERY BEST glue for installing any foam hood pad that requires strong adhesive.

DOES NOT INCLUDE HOOD PAD  --- This special glue is not easy to find and the price has recently fluctuated drastically since 2021.This kit includes what you will need to successfully install a new foam hood pad in your older Mercedes.

$18.25

Bilstein Shock Absorber Removal and Installation Tool

Finally a real tool to hold the top of the shocks while turning the nut or nuts !!

This U.S.A. made 17 mm 8 inch long combination wrench is custom modified here in our shop to help you easily install Bilstein front and rear shocks on most of the older model Mercedes Benz.

On Demand Video
$3.99

Diagnosing an Often Overlooked Front End Clunking Noise - On Demand Video

Don't neglect front end clunking sounds - they can lead to some dangerous suspension failures

In this video instruction, Kent will demonstrate how to check for one possible source of a mysterious front end clunking sound. Any clunking noise you hear when driving over rough ground or when braking should be investigated immediately.

$14.50

Ceramic Fuse Easy Install Tool with Custom Jaws

Fastest, easiest, and most secure way to remove and replace the fuses in your fuse box. It can get into tight places.

After years of "fighting" fuse replacement, Kent finally decided he had had enough! And so was born another special tool. It is designed to securely grab hold of a ceramic fuse, remove it from it, and replace it with minimal exertion and no damage.

$29.75

Front Brake Pad Sensor Wire Removal and Replacement Tool

Works on the Following: All 107,116,123 and 126 Chassis from 1973-1991.

Have you ever tried to get those old stuck pad sensors off your front calipers? Have you had much success doing it without damaging at least one wire? Kent has had the same frustration over the years so finally designed a custom tool for the job.

On Demand Video
$8.99

Brake Pad and Caliper Service Instructions - On Demand Video

Kent demonstrates his recommended 2 year brake pad and caliper inspection and service procedures - applies also when installing new brake pads!

These are the instructions that come with Kent's brake pad and brake caliper service kit. It is possible to make your own service kit by watching this video. To purchase the kit see related products below. To learn more about the importance of this kit watch the video below:

$32.75

Brake Pad and Brake Caliper Service Kit - For Long Pad and Rotor Life

You MUST exercise those caliper pistons and lube those pads! Use when changing pads or at your regular every 2 year brake system service

Brakes are one of the most often neglected maintenance items on older cars. This is not just related to Mercedes Benz. Most owners don’t realize that brakes need special attention and service not only when pads are changed but every 2 years.

$69.50

1977 to 1985 Power Steering ATF Fluid Upgrade Kit w/ Video Instructions

To reduce pump and steering box wear - replace that old automatic transmission fluid with enhanced power steering fluid

NOTE: UPS GROUND SHIPPING ONLY.  This complete kit will help you flush the old ATF fluid out of your power steering system and replace it with new high-performance power steering fluid.

On Demand Video
$12.99

Power Steering ATF System Full Fluid Flush Instructions - On Demand Video

Full instructions on replacing filter and changing fluid to modern power steering fluid

If you have a 1985 or older Mercedes Benz it is time you flush that old automatic transmission fluid out of the system and replace it with a good power steering fluid. ATF formulations have changed over the past 20 years.

$66.95

Best Grabbing and Clamping Hand Tool Set in The World - Kent’s Collection

3 super custom tools that you will not find anywhere else in the world. All designed by Kent Bergsma

This is a collection of SPECIAL tools Kent has put together to help you grab, twist, and pull on things in and around your Mercedes.  He makes each one of these tools right here in his shop.

On Demand Video
$12.99

Super Extreme Engine Compartment Detailing - On Demand Video

This is over the top detailing. Watch Kent perform magic on his 560SEC engine compartment. 45 minute long instructional video

Want to try to make your car's engine and engine compartment look like it just came off the showroom? Would you like detailed information on the chemicals, brushes, tools, and procedures Kent uses to get his engine compartments looking so nice?

$26.50

3/8-Inch Extra Long Metric Hex Bit Socket Set | 7-Piece Set

Comes with all the common sizes and can get into hard to reach places

These are all 3/8 inch drive hex sockets. All are the same length 11 cm total length. These are great to have with the short hex just won't reach long enough. 

$24.95

13 Piece Metric Hex Bit Socket Set Up to 14mm

Quality made and has all important sizes for older Mercedes

​The 1/4 inch drive sizes include 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 5.5 and 6mm. The 3/8 inch drive sizes include 7, 8, 9, 10, and 12mm.

PDF
$9.75

Brake Bleeding Equipment and Procedures by Kent Bergsma - Download

Applies to all models and chassis listed below:

This 12 page instructional downloadable booklet by Kent Bergsma covers brake bleeding equipment and procedures for all model Mercedes from the mid 1950s to the mid 1990s. This covers chassis Ponton 110 111 112 113 108 109 114 115 116 107 116 123 126 201 and 124.

$39.99
Currently out of stock.

Mercedes 1965 to 1995 Front Wheel Bearing D.I.Y. Installation Kit

Front wheel bearings are one of the most neglected maintenance items on older Mercedes

Wheel bearing maintenance and service should not be neglected. If you are hearing strange rumbling noises up front while driving you should check your wheel bearings. Replacing them is not a diffiuclt D.I.Y. job if you have the right knowledge and tools.

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