What Have You Done To Your Merc Today?

[s5tuart]

Oh I fully reconditioned it sland popped it back in to make sure it was locked up!
Managed to lock myself out of the boot. I am hopeful new aux belt sorts out the major issues. Then I think some Bluetooth audio upgrade is needed

I've got a "thingy" under the centre armrest that does Bluetooth phone calls. I forget what it's called but I'll be going out today so will find out for you.

 

[s5tuart]

For those of us that have generic car covers where the wheel straps aren't quite in the right place I can recommend these.
We had very strong winds last night and they stayed in place.
Use two bungee cords together round a wheel spoke and then clamp up with the other bits to a folded over piece of the cover.

Also I used a clamp at the end of the strap that goes under the car to enable me to throw it under the car and reach the other side!

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[harrye500]

Not today, but Saturday. A good wash and detail on the 207. Roof cleaned too. Used Milton Tablet diluted on the roof following comments from forum members re getting rid of minor green algae. Worked a treat, good advice! Reproof over summer. Would have done it but only had small amout of reproofer left so will get some more. Annual service carried out. Slightly overdue by 2 months this year but only done 2k miles since last service so I think we'll pass muster! Noticed some minor corrosion on rear wheels under the paint so likely refurb in due course but they still look good. They've done well considering I had them done when I bought it over 6 years ago. New starter holding up well!

 

[Slartibardfast1]

For those of us that have generic car covers where the wheel straps aren't quite in the right place I can recommend these.
We had very strong winds last night and they stayed in place.
Use two bungee cords together round a wheel spoke and then clamp up with the other bits to a folded over piece of the cover.

Also I used a clamp at the end of the strap that goes under the car to enable me to throw it under the car and reach the other side!

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Just ordered, thanks for the link

 

[s5tuart]

I've got a "thingy" under the centre armrest that does Bluetooth phone calls. I forget what it's called but I'll be going out today so will find out for you.

It's a Viseeo adaptor.
It works well in mine but I have no idea of costs etc.
there are different models to fit in the existing handset cradles.

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[s5tuart]

Out for a sunny drive to the farm shop before the predicted rain sets in this afternoon.
I love this car!!!

 

[Snake Charmer]

Took the missus out to lunch then we both cleaned the interiors of our cars. She was lucky enough to beat the rain.

 

[sonic]

Drove up to Dundee in my 212 E350CDI, not a bad run & managed 53.3mpg.

 

[Snake Charmer]

Chased the insurance company about the insurance claim and NCB from last year, seems the light damage to my S211 door, wing, bumper and rim caused over £17k of damage to the Q5 that hit me. Wish I had dashcam footage to post of the Q5 going sideways uphill across my front bumper!
Went for a beer collection and enjoyed the clean interior. Back to work tomorrow.

 

[s5tuart]

Cover coming off today after yesterdays deluge! Out for a nice drive later. I can't wait!

 

[Monkey Wrench]

Replaced rear brake pads but alas the discs are not healthy....
Jacked up via the rubber point but it wasn't obvious where to site the axle stand....
Should I have supported elsewhere or performed different process?

 

[malcolm E53 AMG]

After finishing my latest building project gave the estate interior a good clean it deserves it, it’s surprising how with a bit of care and using cargo covers the interior can be kept as good as new. Now to clean and stow all the tools I used bit of a pain but has to be done

 

[onefortheroad]

Replaced rear brake pads but alas the discs are not healthy....
Jacked up via the rubber point but it wasn't obvious where to site the axle stand....
Should I have supported elsewhere or performed different process?

Have you not got a jack with the car ? I use that and also a trolley jack once it's in the air .

 

[Monkey Wrench]

Have you not got a jack with the car ? I use that and also a trolley jack once it's in the air .

Yes, got the OEM wind up post like thingy that slots in the sill hole, but out of habit use my trolley jack instead. The way I did today held the wheel 3mm off the ground

 

[Richard Moakes]

[W164] - Fitted new front caliper, pads, disc and flex lines on the O/S to match the N/S, also fitted new BSAU 145e approved aluminium number plates front and rear

 

[LostKiwi]

Fired up the 129. First time since August and she started straight away as always.

 

[Monkey Wrench]

Replaced rear brake pads but alas the discs are not healthy....
Jacked up via the rubber point but it wasn't obvious where to site the axle stand....
Should I have supported elsewhere or performed different process?

Bugga! Both rears are now binding, must have missed an MB step here, now need an answer

 

[onefortheroad]

Bugga! Both rears are now binding, must have missed an MB step here, now need an answer

What did you replace ?

 

[Monkey Wrench]

What did you replace ?

Hi, only the pads and one wear indicator, cleaned all external areas, slide pins, regreased, G clamped used to push pistons back.... wondering if this was a mistake or just unlucky and the pistons are tired with corrosion !?

 

[onefortheroad]

Hi, only the pads and one wear indicator, cleaned all external areas, slide pins, regreased, G clamped used to push pistons back.... wondering if this was a mistake or just unlucky and the pistons are tired with corrosion !?

What grease did you use on slide pins ?