Photo DIY- Hood Star R/R - Benzworld.org

G-AMG · 11-06-2007, 03:44 PM

Greets,

I recalled from a past post, someone wondering, "How To?".

Since I had to replace the yucky-looking Star on my wife's car, I took some pics.

You don't need the special tool shown here, just a set of combination pliers.

**JOE55** · 11-06-2007, 04:35 PM

^^Great write up!

NZ Benz · 11-06-2007, 04:53 PM

Can you post a pic of the tool? Where'd you get it?

W140FTW · 11-06-2007, 08:57 PM

Just out of curiosity, what did that new hoodie run you at the dealer?

I'm thinking about buying one as a backup.

G-AMG · 11-06-2007, 09:09 PM

NZ Benz- There are no "part numbers" on alot of Stahlwille tools. I looked in the latest Catalogue, and the don't appear to carry the tool any more. There is a Hazet version, though
Part# 2735 http://www.hazet.de/eng/katalog/kap7...ge=10&view=Fit

W140 FTW- I have a "wholesale" account, so it was around $20 for me. I think the "standard" fare is around $25. Call Caliber Motors in Cali, or Duval Motors in FLA. They should be cheaper. You can also check Ebay. Just make sure you have the correct part number.

NZ Benz · 11-06-2007, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by W140FTW

Just out of curiosity, what did that new hoodie run you at the dealer?

I'm thinking about buying one as a backup.

If your really worried about it being stolen they do sell removable ones on Ebay now and then the base stays in the car like a flat one and the star slides in and locks.

squirrelonfire · 07-16-2008, 09:23 AM

I got the hood for around $23 on autohausaz.com, it's OEM too so it's all good.