jons280

Need to do the head gasket on my '95 C280, stock, 99K miles.
I'm hesitant to buy the CD manuals, as I've always used printed materials. I'm reasonably handy with lots of tools. How difficult is the h.g. change? Most quote 11 hours labor. Sound right for a pretty skilled weekender? Anyone have a DIY? Other, printed material for reference? Pitfalls to watch for/Hints?

Thanks in advance.

ShollyC220

I'm not sure, but my uncle and I were going to do the job, and he thought we might need a wynch for some reason. Regardless, you need to disconnect alot of of the wiring harness, etc. Not an easy job, but if you're good with a manual and have skills under the hood, you'll be fine.

-sholly

GDawgC220

MB techs take about 10-11 hours...so if your pretty skilled, you should be in that ballpark.

I think I remember someone on club202.com doing their own headgasket repair. Manuals should be helpful.