Benzworld.org - Mercedes-Benz Discussion Forum - R129 SL Class http://www.benzworld.org/forums 1990-2002 : SL280, SL300, SL320, SL500, SL600, SL60 AMG en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:32:02 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg Benzworld.org - Mercedes-Benz Discussion Forum - R129 SL Class http://www.benzworld.org/forums Chattering noise when cold / clunk selecting reverse http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483971-chattering-noise-when-cold-clunk-selecting.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:35:56 GMT Hi folks My 97 SL500 suddenly started making a chattering noise when the engine is started from cold. The noise worsens considerably when the car is... Hi folks

My 97 SL500 suddenly started making a chattering noise when the engine is started from cold. The noise worsens considerably when the car is put into drive, but completely disappears after a few minutes of driving. I've also noticed now that sometimes when shifting from Park into Reverse the selector lever feels stiff and it takes the gear with a fairly loud clunk. At other times the selector lever is not stiff at all and there's no clunk when selecting reverse.

I'm not sure if the chattering noise and the gear problem are connected but they seem to have started together, although the chattering only happens first thing in the morning after the car has been left standing overnight whereas the gear selection issue happens at any time.

Any ideas? ]]> R129 SL Class siinq8 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483971-chattering-noise-when-cold-clunk-selecting.html Exploring my SL http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483954-exploring-my-sl.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:48:46 GMT I pulled out the false bottom of the center console and found these, I assume that they are for the optional telephone.Now the big question......Is... I pulled out the false bottom of the center console and found these, I assume that they are for the optional telephone.Now the big question......Is there anything that you can buy for a REASONABLE price to adapt this to a modern bluetooth phone? Notice that I said REASONABLE.
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]]> R129 SL Class Streeter36 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483954-exploring-my-sl.html need diameters of break disks - regular + AMG http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483916-need-diameters-break-disks-regular-amg.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:07:39 GMT Hello, does anybody knows the regular diameters of break disks of R129 ? Is there a differenz to the AMG one´s? Thank you for your help! Hello,

does anybody knows the regular diameters of break disks of R129 ?
Is there a differenz to the AMG one´s?

Thank you for your help! ]]> R129 SL Class fidrio http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483916-need-diameters-break-disks-regular-amg.html 1997 SL320 - Front Bumper Removal http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483838-1997-sl320-front-bumper-removal.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:01:24 GMT Am finally getting around to respraying my front bumper and area. First step is to remove the bumper. I have all the instructions to remove the... Am finally getting around to respraying my front bumper and area. First step is to remove the bumper.

I have all the instructions to remove the bumper and all seems straight forward, except for one item. On the underneath of the car are 3 protective panels. 1 under the belly is held on with screws / bolts that are easy to remove. There are 2 smaller panels on the sides that also need to be removed.

The side panels are attached to the lower bumper with plastic rivets. My question is has anyone had success in removing the rivets without destroying them? I attempted to pull on one with just my fingers and it started breaking apart in my hand.

Any experience would be gladly appreciated.

jb ]]> R129 SL Class JSBulmer http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483838-1997-sl320-front-bumper-removal.html will these rims fit http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483780-will-these-rims-fit.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:22:25 GMT will these rims fit my 92 500sl ?????? 18" chrome wheels rims for mercedes SL or CLS ]]> R129 SL Class jimmy9299 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483780-will-these-rims-fit.html want to turbo 91 sl500 have 3 questions http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483757-want-turbo-91-sl500-have-3-a.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:35:22 GMT ok , so i know itll be a rear mounted turbo. i think thats great. i have experience with turbo cars. turbo srt-4 and an sr20 swap on a nissan 240... ok , so i know itll be a rear mounted turbo. i think thats great. i have experience with turbo cars. turbo srt-4 and an sr20 swap on a nissan 240 sx.

i have a 91 sl 500. and what i need to know is

a. whats the fuel pressure stock

b. what methods are available to tune the fuel injection

c. and what the heck is an oil scavenge pump and where does it go.

this last question is in reference to the thread that was already started giving the parts list to turbo the car ]]> R129 SL Class dngillie http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483757-want-turbo-91-sl500-have-3-a.html fuel pump relay 1997 sl500 Help please http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483746-fuel-pump-relay-1997-sl500-help.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:52:54 GMT My wifes 1997 sl500 had a stuck relay located in the right quarter above the battery. Long story short I ordered both the relays hanging there from... My wifes 1997 sl500 had a stuck relay located in the right quarter above the battery. Long story short I ordered both the relays hanging there from the dealer who told me the ones currently in my car are wrong. Can anyone tell me which relay will go in which spot and how to identify which relay is which.
The one most rearward was the stuck unit and produced a buzz under the car. I am assuming this is the fuel pump.
Thanks for any help you can assist me with.
Scott. ]]> R129 SL Class coltalan http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483746-fuel-pump-relay-1997-sl500-help.html <![CDATA[97 & up Soft top inoperative - window reset]]> http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483701-97-up-soft-top-inoperative-window.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:05:50 GMT I read thru the posts on here and finally found the actual window sync reset procedure. After a battery change, my top would only go 1/2 way up and... I read thru the posts on here and finally found the actual window sync reset procedure. After a battery change, my top would only go 1/2 way up and stop.
This disabled the window operation. I figured out the process to raise and lower the top manually, a ll millimeter wrench to release the soft top cover and a 6 mm allen wrench to open up the windshield post latches. I put the top down. fully raised each window and held the switch in the up position for an extra few seconds and then shut off the motor and restarted the vehicle, pos. 2 and the top worked fine. My reward for believing in this forum for help. ]]> R129 SL Class tls3028@bellsouth.net http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483701-97-up-soft-top-inoperative-window.html Which Torque Wrench is next? http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483654-torque-wrench-next.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:38:47 GMT My torque wrench has torqued it's last torque, maybe I need a couple for a bigger range. So, which one is next?

What is a good range for our R129's? Is there one wrench that would cover all that we need? Of course hoping I never need it for more than plugs and lugs.

Should it be in. lbs. or ft. lbs? The conversion in. lbs / 12 = ft. lbs. would make some small ft. lbs.

1/4" or 3/8" or 1/2"? Or just get adapters?

What about clicker style vs. beam? I am probably not coordinated enough to use the beam but I hear they are much more accurate, that the clickers may not hold calibration as well.

I shouldn't have researched this and just got what I had, of course it doesn't click anymore.

Maybe it really doesn't matter and I should go find a nice Coors Light - now comes the debate ... and it wont be about wrenches. :D ]]> R129 SL Class cec96sl500 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483654-torque-wrench-next.html Drivetrain noise http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483635-drivetrain-noise.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:00:11 GMT Hello, I have a 1997 SL320 and have noticed a strange noise coming from somewhere in the drivetrain. It starts at around 55 mph and goes away when... Hello,

I have a 1997 SL320 and have noticed a strange noise coming from somewhere in the drivetrain. It starts at around 55 mph and goes away when I lift the throttle. If I apply the throttle again, it comes back and makes a high pitched, fluttering sound and then stays constant until I lift the throttle or slow below 55 mph. Based on other posts I have read, this could be gear whine caused by worn bearings in the differential, but could it be the center support bearing? Any other ideas?

Thanks for the help. ]]> R129 SL Class mkaman http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483635-drivetrain-noise.html Air Bag Replacement Issue 99 SL500 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483617-air-bag-replacement-issue-99-sl500.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:33:32 GMT I am trying to locate a valid Replacement Air Bag Part Number VIN: WDBFA68FXXF184274 Two part numbers show reference to VIN. They are: 1st; 170... I am trying to locate a valid Replacement Air Bag Part Number

VIN: WDBFA68FXXF184274

Two part numbers show reference to VIN.
They are:
1st; 170 460 2398,
2nd; 170 460 1398

I can't find these part numbers anywhere.

Any Thoughts?

Jeff
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]]> R129 SL Class cygnusceo http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483617-air-bag-replacement-issue-99-sl500.html <![CDATA[Going to the "stealership" with hopes]]> http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483611-going-stealership-hopes.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:34:26 GMT I believe that my steering column needs the shaft tightened or so, not sure. SO, I'm going to the dealership for the first time for an oil change with hopes they will diagnois the car for me for free to get work. If infact it is something inexpensive I will have them repair. If not I will look down other routes. You think this idea will work? ]]> R129 SL Class jmccartney81 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483611-going-stealership-hopes.html Another boring Wheel question. http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483598-another-boring-wheel-question.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:54:29 GMT I'll try and keep this quick.

1996 sl500:- can I fit 18x8 ET35 to my car without fender rolling ??

Thanks all,
Myron. ]]> R129 SL Class myron http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483598-another-boring-wheel-question.html 98 SL600 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483531-98-sl600.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:52:03 GMT Guys, My hydraulic fluid container empty itself after i filled it out! I heard it might be my hydraulic shocks that are leaking. They also told me... Guys,

My hydraulic fluid container empty itself after i filled it out! I heard it might be my hydraulic shocks that are leaking. They also told me that they go for $1500.00 a piece to replace them. Anybody with SL600 had that problem.

Thanks for your help!
Benny :confused: ]]> R129 SL Class Benny H http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483531-98-sl600.html How to replace bulb in gear shift selector http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483499-how-replace-bulb-gear-shift-selector.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:16:42 GMT Hi, I wonder if any of you guys know how to get access to the bulb in the gear shift selector assy. I removed the wooden console the other day and... Hi,

I wonder if any of you guys know how to get access to the bulb in the gear shift selector assy.
I removed the wooden console the other day and looked for a possible accesspanel, but no luck.
Could it realy be so stupid that you have to remove the entire assy and dismantle it for the bulb replacement.
Any ideas would be highly apreciated.

Regards
Bjorn ]]> R129 SL Class SLedition http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r129-sl-class/1483499-how-replace-bulb-gear-shift-selector.html