andy_k
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interesting one here, has anyone got a recommended method for removing the starter motor from a W123 280E?
The manual is loads of help so please don't quote that, as it tells you to undo the bolts (the top one being an allen bolt) then withdraw the starter.
Now, here's the fun bit.................short of removing the engine mounts and dropping the engine a couple of inches how do you get the allen key on the top bolt with the engine in place?
1, access from below is blocked completely
2, access from above is severely limited as the exhaust manifold, auto fluid filler tube and a couple of other solid metal pipes running across the bulkhead are in the way
3, can't get a socket allen key on there as it's too close to the bulkhead to use even a 1/4" drive wrench
I hate to admit it but I'm stuck after spending 2 hours fabricating various tools in order to change a starter motor
The manual is loads of help so please don't quote that, as it tells you to undo the bolts (the top one being an allen bolt) then withdraw the starter.
Now, here's the fun bit.................short of removing the engine mounts and dropping the engine a couple of inches how do you get the allen key on the top bolt with the engine in place?
1, access from below is blocked completely
2, access from above is severely limited as the exhaust manifold, auto fluid filler tube and a couple of other solid metal pipes running across the bulkhead are in the way
3, can't get a socket allen key on there as it's too close to the bulkhead to use even a 1/4" drive wrench
I hate to admit it but I'm stuck after spending 2 hours fabricating various tools in order to change a starter motor
