I bought 1 replacement rod from my local dealer for my 603.971. They quoted me $140 and charged me $190 when it came in. Typical.... Yes, I probably should have replaced the rest of them, but they were in spec and if this repair does not last, I'll go the replacement engine route.
YMMV (pun intended) -Dave Walton 94 S350, 99 E300 On 12/2/05, Peter Frederick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I believe the updated rods will fix the problem (they are about 50g > heavier that the originals) -- and only the updated rods are available > for 603 engines. You have to buy the whole set ($2500 or so) plus new > pistons (another $2500) and have new sleeves installed, plus crank work > if they bent enough to distort the crankpin bearing. > > A crate motor is cheaper unless you are doing the work yourself. > > Peter > > > _______________________________________ > 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://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net >
