I put 6 new Beru GPs in the 300D today. Thanks Rusty! They came in
right on schedule. On time, in the Christmas rush! About 2 1/2-3
hours to do the job, start to finish. The 4 center GPs were burned
out. Front and rear, I had replaced maybe 3 years ago. The #3 plug,
behind the pump, was a mismatch, a beru, so I am guessing it was the
original, or maybe the first replacement.
The point is, a 124 with good suspension is amazing. After I was
done, I took it out for a little run, and it feels rock solid.
I too, did not replace the inner bushing on the LCAs in the back or
front. But even so, it really is nice to drive.
BTW, I did the intake manifold R&R to change the GPs. I managed to
get it out without disturbing the injection lines. Next job is to
get more new clips for the Injection lines.
To finish the story, yesterday I had four new shoes put on the wagon
(Bridgestone Potenza's from TireBuyer, previously discussed) and a four
wheel alignment at one of my favorite local businesses, Gerald's Tires and
Brakes. Following someone's example on this list, I provided a copy of the
MB alignment specifications to the shop and asked that they try to follow
them.
They did, and the car handles superbly now. The best news is that the rear
axle negative camber is within factory specs! The technician did offer that
the front lower control arm inner bushings are pretty far gone, and he
couldn't hit the factory spec exactly but got it pretty close. So, next
major suspension work on that car will be front inner bushings, which will
probably be done by my Indie, as I don't want to pay for the special tool
for that one.
-Max
-----Original Message-----
From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com]
On Behalf Of Dieselhead
Sent: Sunday, December 19, 2010 11:49 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] The continuing 124 rear suspension saga
I have pondered this phenomenon, but have no direct answer. My
suspicion is that maybe somehow the spring link (LCA) stretches under
high mileage. Perhaps the link mountings distort, but nothing is
obvious.
With this phenomenon, I have not suspected springs as the springs and
rubber seats appear ok, and the height seems ok. I have NOT measured
the height.
Perhaps a really good frame straightening shop can help. They should
have all the measurements etc.
A friend has a 00 volvo that has been crabbing really bad, and
pulling to the left. many alignment and "vovlo only" shops could not
fix it or find a problem. I suggested he find a frame straightening
shop. He took it in and they immediately found the problem and fixed
it. He is very happy now.
I CAN tell you that you are not alone.
OK 124 (and 201) experts, here's my puzzle. After replacing the four links
and also the bushings at each end of the spring link, I STILL have negative
camber on my 124 wagon. It is better, but it's still there. :(
So, I've thought of a couple of causes and options.
1) Eccentric bolt and elongated holes at the inner end of either the spring
link or the camber link, and adjust the camber directly. There is a note
in
the Tech. Modification notes of the service manual that the very early 124
cars had such an adjustment, but it was eliminated.
2) Rear springs are worn out; Replace em!
3) Rear spring pads are worn out; Replace em!
How can I measure the ride height to determine if the negative camber is
due
to decreased ride height?
-Max (feeling a little negative)
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