[miles.11]

well.... that was a close one
after months of being away from home for university, i finally came home for the long weekend to have a play around with the cars. dad had been complaining about some weird noises etc, that accompanied the usual barrage of strange vibrations and noises.
as i haven't been around to look at the car for a while i was very surprised to see the state of the flex discs and a couple of other rubber parts which i knew needed to be repaired but have gotten significantly worse since I've left.

so far on the list
-flex discs, highest priority at this point in time
-front and rear subframe bushings
-engine mounts
-under car rust removal/prevention
-suspension bushings
-wishbone mount bushings
-brakes and pads
-and everything else that i find along the way

i have to do a bit more research, but im assuming that flex discs aren't overly complicated to replace, just a couple of bolts on either end of the shaft right?
does anyone know the part numbers for flex discs? and a reputable supplier-i dont exactly want to replace them and then BOOM! a week later they break anyway.
also opinions on the best way to remove the subframe to replace engine mounts and subframe bushings, i personally like the idea of keeping the engine inside of the car and raising the entire car off the subframe, but am very open to other methods.
as this will be a relatively large job, is there anything else i should replace or check out whilst everything will be off of the car, id prefer to not have to do the same job twice.

thanks in advance for your help

 

[rowdie]

EPC:
Front kit. 124 410 01 10
Rear kit, 202 410 13 15

 

[OldWorldShepherds]

Rowdie, does EPC stand for Ecklers?

Miles, I think a step by step DIY is in the Encyclopedia Germanica if I am not mistaken.

Thanks

 

[yamahadude9]

no its stands for https://epc.startekinfo.com/ which are the parts diagrams for mercedes

 

[rowdie]

no its stands for https://epc.startekinfo.com/ which are the parts diagrams for mercedes

Electronic Parts Catalog. Free for U.S. residents. If you are on a MAC you are SOL. Only works on a PC platform. There are ways around it but I am 'puter illiterate.

 

[Elrick]

i have to do a bit more research, but im assuming that flex discs aren't overly complicated to replace, just a couple of bolts on either end of the shaft right?

Not exactly. It does require to remove the exhaust and the heat shields, then undoing the centre nuts of the shaft to allow compressing to withdraw from the flanges. You need a 41mm and 46mm spanners. Replace centre bearing and carrier.

also opinions on the best way to remove the subframe to replace engine mounts and subframe bushings, i personally like the idea of keeping the engine inside of the car and raising the entire car off the subframe, but am very open to other methods.

Obtain two sets of straps to support engine to chassis then withdraw the entire subframe and overhaul as needed. I Have many other pics on the process if you need them.

 

[isthisdave]

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From section 41 of the EGv107.




Flex Disc Discussion by nobby ◄◄◄ Required reading for everyone or double dumbass on you!

 

[miles.11]

thanks for the replies guys, looks like i have my work cut out for me. i probably wont be able to do this until the holidays but ill be sure to put all the work ive done online