Why not use the rental from the local auto place? For the W123 the only special tool is the ball joint press and I was able to use the Autozone service kit to do the job (and mine were welded in by some rocket scientist). NAPA has one for under $20 that *appears* to be the same as the Hazet/MBZ tool. Other than that, for the taperj oints you can just use two hammers against each side of the joint at the same time to pop the other end out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tX7GVWcB-bg
-Rolf dave walton wrote: > I'm thinking about buying a "Front End Service Kit". First off - will > the typical kits work for ball joints and tie rod ends on various > Mercedes models? They all contain 5 basic tools: > http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00996453000P?vName=Tools&cName=Mechanics+Tools&sName=Automotive+Specialty+Tools > > Or am I better off using the big "C" clamp with attachments? > http://www.jcwhitney.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product?storeId=10101&Pr=p_Product.CATENTRY_ID%3A2004148&productId=2004148&catalogId=10101 > > Secondly, does it matter who makes them? KD Tools, OTC, Mac, Matco, > Harbor Freight? I'm thinking this is one instance where I should avoid > HF. > > Thanks > > -Dave Walton > > _______________________________________ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
