Body and Exterior Trim
Fixing the Tilting Sunroof
A true challenge - but you can do it with the right knowledge.
What's wrong with my Mercedes?
Body and Exterior Trim Problems
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Tilting Power Sunroof Panel Removal and Replacement
The panel must be removed to properly repair and/or lubricate the tilting arm mechanism.
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Malfunctioning Non-Tilting Sunroof
Nothing like a good smooth working power or manually operated non tilting sunroof (up to 1985)!
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Badly Oxidized and Faded Aluminum Window Trim
It can be restored but it takes a special power tool and hard work
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Avoiding Buying a Rusty Mercedes in the First Place
Be careful or you could end up losing big time
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Hood Pad Removal and Installation
They are ugly when deteriorated - beautiful when replaced properly!
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W116 W123 and W126 Chassis Wiper Drive Mechanism Failure
Regular cleaning and lubrication is the key to long life
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Restoring Faded Plastic, Chrome and Body Paint Imperfections
If is seems too good to be true - then in this case it is true!
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Adjusting the Power Tilting Sunroof
This covers most models with electric sunroofs from 1986 to 1995
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Failed Door Check Straps on the W116 Chassis
Easy to test - then easy to replace once you get the door panel off.
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Can't Open Hood Because the Release Cable is Broken
There is a way to do it without damaging anything on many older models
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How to Prevent Rust Out Holes in Your Sunroof Water Courses and Drain Tubes
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Can Tire Bead Sealer REALLY Fix Leaking Chrome Alloy Wheels?
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How to Clean Hard to Reach Water Drains With This Deep-Cleaning Tool
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Repairing Early Diesel Front End Damage
This is not expensive if you find used parts and do the work yourself!
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W123 and W126 Hood Hinge Operation and Maintenance
2 Primary reasons these hood hinge assemblies fail
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Where to Find a Nice Old Benz for Sale?
Kent is selling a few of his favorites that he does not have time to finish.
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New Sunroof Seal Does Not Fit Right
It could be that you installed in upside down
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How to Troubleshoot Why Water is Getting Into Your Car
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Foam Hood Pad Installation Tip - Edges Tucked in Without Damage
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How to Fix Hidden Rust Under the Bumpers and Battery
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Finding the Best General Purpose Trim Adhesive
This one has just the right combination of benefits
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Best Older Mercedes Diesel to Drive?
Kent shares three of his favorites
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Stopping and Detailing the Surface Rust Under a Car
You can do this in your own driveway with minimal tools and experience
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Why Should I Troubleshoot and Repair My own Mercedes?
And Spare Your Wallet
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What is Kent's Favorite Chop Saw Abrasive CutOff Wheel for Tool Steel
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Can't Get My Sunroof Cable Out
My sunroof motor does not run or it runs but the cable does not move
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Exhaust System Rubber Hanger (Donut) Install Tool That REALLY Works! By Gerson Nolasco
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How Best to Handle Tough Car Problems
Just take a break!
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Missing W123 Battery Hold Down Clamps
You are not alone! What can you do to replace those rusty or missing metal clamps
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Station Wagon Rear Hatch Won't Open or Stay Open
This applies to the W123 240TD, 300TD and 280TE and the W124 300TD, 300TE, and E320TE.
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What is That Clunking Noise in My Rear End When Driving Over Rough Ground???
But When I Crank My Music All The Way Up I Miraculously Goes Away!
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Best Pad Applicator for Automotive Waxes, Sealers, and Protectants
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Super Weatherstrip Adhesive Put to the Test
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How I Restore Old Aged Exterior Black Plastic and Rubber Trim
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Rust Along the Inside Bottoms of the Doors
Stop it BEFORE bubbles in the paint and holes start to appear!
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What is the Best Older Mercedes Benz to Buy?
Kent believes there is no one correct answer. Just too many options...lol
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Where to Start Your Restoration?
Start with something you can do yourself that is not super difficult and gives dramatic results.
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How to Safely Remove Rusty Nuts and Bolts without Breaking Them Off!
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How Do I Minimize Corrosion on Magnesium / Aluminum Engine Parts
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Introduction to the Use of Miracle Paint in Repairing Rust on Older Cars
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My Compact All Purpose Deluxe Lubrication Kit Contents Explained
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Fixing the Most Annoying Problems on Your Old Mercedes
Most in this list are avoided due to cost - Fix them yourself with our kits and save hundreds $$$.
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Finding Interior Color Codes
Location of the three digit numerical code and translation here
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Why Drive a Mercedes Benz?
Until you have driven one it is hard to explain
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Filling a Dent with Minimal Effort
Put the body filler on in two phases and manage the time when you grate and sand it
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Why The Heck Should I Put Magnets on My Mercedes?
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How Do I Gently Remove Stuck Electrical Plug or Other Interior Switches?
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Tow Dolly Safety: Why This? Why That? You Should or You Should Not!
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How to Get a Window Sticker Body Decal on Straight: Example Mercedes SL Convertible
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Troublesome Trunk Seal Leaks
Be sure to look UNDER the trunk seal - you might be surprised!
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Buying a Newer Used Mercedes Loaded with Computers
It is not as scary as you would think and the deals out there are amazing
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Removing the Rear Trunk Emblems
On 1973 to 1985 models this has to be done with care to prevent damage
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Comparing a W108 6 cylinder to a W109 Big V8
They look the same except for a just a few major differences!
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How Do I Make A Quick Emergency Hood Release Kit
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I Got New Chrome Side Trim on My Old Mercedes But They are Loose!
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How to Protect Your Diesel Engine Rubber Motor Mounts
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1966 to 1985 Mercedes Sunroof Seals Complete Installation Kit with Instructions and Extras
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Opening Up Stuck Doors on Old Mercedes
Most common when car has sat outside for long periods without use
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Getting Your Car to REALLY Shine
There is one amazing product Kent recently found that polishes it all!
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How to Tell if Your Sunroof Seals Need Replacing
Knowing what to look for will help you decide if replacement is needed
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Priming a Repaired Dent on a Budget
You don't have to use expensive spray equipment or 2 part expensive primer
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What's The Easiest Way to Prep Rusty Metal for Miracle Paint
And Say Bye Bye to Rust
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What Do I Do When Getting My Body Under a Car?
- DIY Repair Safety -
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The Most Overlooked Water Drain on Older Mercedes - Leads to Water and Smell Where?
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Better Way to Clean Corrosion on Alloy Wheel and Hub Mounting Surfaces
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Finding your Mercedes Factory Paint Color Code
This can sometimes be a real challenge if you do not know where to look
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Avoiding Expensive Mistakes Buying a Used Mercedes Benz
The best way to save money is to buy the right car in the first place
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Opening a W124 Chassis Hood Up Into the Vertical (Service) Position
Not difficult once you do it. Be careful to avoid damage to the hinges
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What to Do With Small Hidden Rust Spots?
If caught early enough they can be easily fix permanently with Miracle Paint
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What Is Wrong With My W203 C Class Tailgate Lock?
And How Do I Fix It?
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Why Did I Make A Custom Lubricant Cary Case?
So That I Know I'll Have What I Need Without Wasting Time!
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Boregard's Benz Chronicles: Potential Freeway Disaster Averted on His 240D.
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Mercedes W201 Chassis 190E 190D Hood Strut Replacement Procedures
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Removing Glued on 123 Chassis Front Fenders
Tough job and you will need heat! Also applies to 107, 114, 115, and 116 chassis
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Getting the Windshield Washer Nozzle Sprayer to Work Properly
It is simple to clean out the hole and adjust it with the right "tool."
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What is Causing Excessive Moisture in My Trunk
It could be coming from a number of places for a number of reasons
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Freeing up a Sticking Tilting Sunroof Panel
It may be something very simple like this
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How to Make Your Silver Alloy Wheels Look New
And On A Budget Your Wallet Won't Mind
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How to Remove Fine Windshield Wiper Scratches with Less Mess and Less Heat
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Raining W126 300SDs in PNW: This One is Looking Better In Spite of Hood Damage
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Exhaust System Rattles and Shakes
Fix it before it leads to major failure! Exhaust muffler found dead on road...
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Preventing Pre-mature Failure of Key Mechanical Components
Anyone want to guess what the secret is???
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Sunroof Not Moving?
We have resources to help you fix both power and manual sunroofs yourself
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How to Get a Deep Shine on Older Faded Paint
In most cases it is a two step process - especially if your paint is faded.
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How to Jack Up an Airmatic Mercedes That Has Dropped Down on the Ground
And No, This is Not The Latest Dance Move
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Can Make Your Alloy Wheels Look Like This on a Sat. Afternoon?
I Know You Can!
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Check Your Mercedes W126 Front Windshield Water Drains
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How to Get a Benz to REALLY Shine
Kent recently discovered one product that shines above all the rest
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Finding good used W116 Parts
Kent has some very sweet hard-to-find spares left over from his 300SD restoration
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Best Way to Jack up and Support the Front End
W124 Chassis procedure shown here but applies to many models
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Why You Should Lubricate Your Outside Rear View Mirror: W126 Driver's Side Shown
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How to Fix a Noisy Snapping Door Check Strap
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How to Determine Quickly if the Car Has Ever Been in an Accident
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Dressing Up the Front End
Small fixes can lead to a large cummulative visual improvement
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Missing Hold Down Plates for the W123 Battery Tray
Easily lost or rusted out - hard to find replacements
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Removing Plastic Body Fasteners
The right tool can do the job without damage
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How to Straighten Major Body Damage Enough to Get it on the Road
Depending on where the damage is you can do amazing things with jacks and hammers.
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What is The Best Way to Remove Chrome Side Body Trim Strips on Older Mercedes Benz
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How I Remove Stick On Auto Pinstriping Without Damaging the Paint.
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1977 to 1985 Mercedes W123 Rear Bumper Safety Alert
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Side Body Trim Strip Removal and Repair
With the right tools and parts you can fix this nagging problem yourself
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W123 W126 W201 W124 Chrome Grill Strip Alignment
Tired of seeing little gaps show up?
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Figuring Out How to Get a Trunk Emblem Off
It is a little tricky and very easy to damage it.
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How to Get a New Hood Pad on Straight
When using contact cement you have one shot to get it right! Kent's video will show you how to prevent mistakes.
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How Do I Restore The Old Faded Black Plastic and Paint Work on my Mercedes?
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What Maintenance is Required Once I Purchase an Old Diesel?
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Hex Head Bolt Removal Tips: To Prevent Rounding Out the Head
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Door Latch / Catch Failure
Failure is almost always caused by corrosion due to high moisture environment and lack of lubrication
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Removing Damaged Door Striker Plate Bolts
Easy to round out the hex head bolts - then what do you do ?? !!!
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How to Protect Your Car's Paint When Working on the Engine?
Nothing is better than a good thick fender cover
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How Do I Deal with Rusty Lug Bolt and Hub Threads
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Best Applicator for Lubrication: Long Live the Curved Tip Syringe
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My Case for the AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) Battery
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Manual Operating Sunroof Service and Repair
Ignore it and you will be sorry! Can you remove and service it yourself?
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Understanding the Difference Between a Non-Tilting Verses a Tilting Sunroof
Both are repairable by the DIY mechanic with the right knowledge and supplies.
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Why Does My W116 Door Open Soooo Hard?
It may require a simple adjustment that you can do yourself
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What Can I Do To Make The Inside of My Car Door Almost New Again?
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Hunting For Classic Mercedes Don't Believe the Odometer! Clues for High Mileage Cars
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