Re: [MBZ] Half Axle Replacements (W123)
I dont have any on hand at the moment. Mitch Haley wrote: Paul Raheb wrote: What say you? Anyone have a good set lying around? I've got a set from a 240D auto tranny, so you know they haven't had to transmit much torque. Shipping from MI to CA might get pricy however. Okie-Benz should be closer, if Kleb hasn't already used up all of his. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
[MBZ] Half Axle Replacements (W123)
Paul, Go to www.car-parts.com http://www.car-parts.com/ (no affiliation) and search for a used parts source for the half axles. The service manual advised to replace the axle retaining clips in the differential. They are part number 115 994 04 34. You'll need a floor jack to lower the differential for some wiggle room to free the axle. You might find it useful to look at the write up on CV boot replacement even if you are not going to do that. Much of the axle replacement work is shown here http://boostnbenz.1baddsm.com http://boostnbenz.1baddsm.com/ David J Carter Fleet 81 300DT 159K Number One 83 300TDT 153K Wagon 82 300DT 183K Number Two 79 240D stick205K Turtle 81 240D auto 203K T-2 96 Suburban 121K Mom's Car
[MBZ] Half Axle Replacements (W123)
There has been a lot of discussion in the past about the poor quality of rebuilt rear half axles for the W123 series. I am now facing the task of replacing both rear halves on my 85 300TD Wagon. Until I am able to locate a good used set, there a stop gap measure? Is there a silicone or rubber spray I can use to seal the CV boots? What say you? Anyone have a good set lying around? Paul Visalia, CA 1985 300TD-T Mommy Wagon 1984 300D-T Hot Rod [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [MBZ] Half Axle Replacements (W123)
What's wrong with them? I got a set at a junkyard for I think $60 each (not sure if that was a good price or not) and have to replace mine soon. They are heavy to ship if you find some from a lister, or just hit an automotive recycling facility. --R Paul Raheb wrote: There has been a lot of discussion in the past about the poor quality of rebuilt rear half axles for the W123 series. I am now facing the task of replacing both rear halves on my 85 300TD Wagon. Until I am able to locate a good used set, there a stop gap measure? Is there a silicone or rubber spray I can use to seal the CV boots? What say you? Anyone have a good set lying around? Paul Visalia, CA 1985 300TD-T Mommy Wagon 1984 300D-T Hot Rod [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Half Axle Replacements (W123)
If its only the boots gone bad, replace the boots now. Your axles will likely run on for a long time if the boots are on ly starting to go and the axles are not badly worn. Otherwise, try to find axles from a junker, and it may be worthwhile to put new boots on them while they are out. At 11:43 AM 7/29/2005, you wrote: There has been a lot of discussion in the past about the poor quality of rebuilt rear half axles for the W123 series. I am now facing the task of replacing both rear halves on my 85 300TD Wagon. Until I am able to locate a good used set, there a stop gap measure? Is there a silicone or rubber spray I can use to seal the CV boots? What say you? Anyone have a good set lying around? Paul Visalia, CA 1985 300TD-T Mommy Wagon 1984 300D-T Hot Rod [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Half Axle Replacements (W123)
Paul Raheb wrote: What say you? Anyone have a good set lying around? I've got a set from a 240D auto tranny, so you know they haven't had to transmit much torque. Shipping from MI to CA might get pricy however. Okie-Benz should be closer, if Kleb hasn't already used up all of his.
[MBZ] Half Axle Replacements (W123)
Dieselvolk, I'll second and third the motion to get a used original from a recycler. When I needed one, my Indie was able to procure a used one for $125; still going strong about 30k miles later, and I expect it will last another 100k miles at least. Very respectfully, /s/ LCDR Meade M. Dillon, USNR Digest Lurker since 2001 '85 300TD 322k miles (Euro 5spd) '96 Infiniti I30 149k miles (wife's 5spd) '73 Balboa 20 'Sanctification' Charleston SC
