New Aluminum Lock Pins
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New Aluminum Lock Pins
I just got these from Jerry at formymercedes.com http://formymercedes.com/mb_results....Door+Lock+Pins
They were listed under the w203 and the CLK but they looked just like the European Mercedes pins I just got so I figured I'd try them. PERFECT FIT![thumbs](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
and I love them.
Of course they don't fit the rear pins due to the integrated cable but at least the fronts don't stick up anymore.
I just ordered the Aluminum surrounds. Should have got them in the first place.![crazy](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/crazy.gif)
BTW pics do NOT do them justice.
They were listed under the w203 and the CLK but they looked just like the European Mercedes pins I just got so I figured I'd try them. PERFECT FIT
![thumbs](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
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Of course they don't fit the rear pins due to the integrated cable but at least the fronts don't stick up anymore.
I just ordered the Aluminum surrounds. Should have got them in the first place.
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BTW pics do NOT do them justice.
Last edited by AkaSigFreak; 06-26-2008 at 11:42 AM.
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How do the front ones go on - does it require removal of the door panels?
Too bad the rears are so darn difficult. I'm surprised at Mercedes for this one actually -- whats so hard about them all being twist off? Or at least the same type?
Too bad the rears are so darn difficult. I'm surprised at Mercedes for this one actually -- whats so hard about them all being twist off? Or at least the same type?
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NO panel removal for fronts. Just unscrew BY HAND. I wore my mechanics gloves so I could grip them better. When I installed the old plastic pins I wrapped my vice grips with a towel to prevent damage but the plastic is so soft it ruined them anyway. I think it took me less than 1 minute to replace both.
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Do you mind posting a step-by-step list of instructions? Appreciate it! ![thumbs](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
I think formymercedes just might have a mad rush of orders for this item... The door pins don't bother me that much, but just enough to warrant a switch.
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I think formymercedes just might have a mad rush of orders for this item... The door pins don't bother me that much, but just enough to warrant a switch.
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2. Put key in ignition and roll down window
3. Unscrew oem pin by turning counter-clockwise (righty tighty/lefty loosey)
4. Put old pin down
5. Pick up New Aluminum Pin
6. Place pin on lock shaft
7. Screw on new pin by turning clockwise
8. Take off gloves
9. Roll up window
10 Enjoy
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Jerry said the Surrounds were harder to install. He said they have thread-like ribs that hold them in place and can difficult to remove and install. I'll take my time and be careful.
I know I'm an A$$- I don't care
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Last edited by AkaSigFreak; 06-26-2008 at 12:13 PM.
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Shouldn't we do step two BEFORE step one? ![Big Grin](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
Good find..thanks for sharing.
$60 + shipping for two door pins and surrounds is a bit much though.
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Good find..thanks for sharing.
$60 + shipping for two door pins and surrounds is a bit much though.
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1. Put on gloves
2. Put key in ignition and roll down window
3. Unscrew oem pin by turning counter-clockwise (righty tighty/lefty loosey)
4. Put old pin down
5. Pick up New Aluminum Pin
6. Place pin on lock shaft
7. Screw on new pin by turning clockwise
8. Take off gloves
9. Roll up window
10 Enjoy
![rolf](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/rofl.gif)
Jerry said the Surrounds were harder to install. He said they have thread-like ribs that hold them in place and can difficult to remove and install. I'll take my time and be careful.
I know I'm an A$$- I don't care![naughty](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/naughty.gif)
2. Put key in ignition and roll down window
3. Unscrew oem pin by turning counter-clockwise (righty tighty/lefty loosey)
4. Put old pin down
5. Pick up New Aluminum Pin
6. Place pin on lock shaft
7. Screw on new pin by turning clockwise
8. Take off gloves
9. Roll up window
10 Enjoy
![rolf](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/rofl.gif)
Jerry said the Surrounds were harder to install. He said they have thread-like ribs that hold them in place and can difficult to remove and install. I'll take my time and be careful.
I know I'm an A$$- I don't care
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![Big Grin](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
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On the gloves though:
http://www.silverstaroutfitters.com/...d=4945&cid=154
or
http://www.silverstaroutfitters.com/...m?NewSession=1
I'm thinking of ordering one of the above. Can't decide which one. I, too, always have liked wearing gloves while driving--kinda makes me feel old school racer.
![drive](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/driving.gif)
Or I'll just wear the motorcycle gloves that I have:
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...love_Black.jpg
But the bike gloves are kinda thick and overkill. I shoulda gotten the perforated version (for ventilation), but I thought all those holes would compromise the structural integrity of the glove, decreasing its value in the case of a fall (while on the bike). At least it has nice and strong knuckle pads, just in case I have to get out and punch someone in the face while driving my M-B.
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The chrome ones on the formymercedes site looks pretty good. It's like that chrome AMG pins that guy on the forums put on a while ago except these don't have the AMG logo on them.
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Maybe something like this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...spagenameZWDVW
Except if buying on ebay we have to make sure the chrome locks are not cheap thin plastic.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...spagenameZWDVW
Except if buying on ebay we have to make sure the chrome locks are not cheap thin plastic.
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Stupid question: these lock pins you've installed are actually metal/aluminum, and not just aluminum-look plastic, right?
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Thanks. I didn't realize it was a simple unscrew-screw ordeal. I'm a semi-moron.
I thought the process was a little more involved, but I guess that was just the back pins? I keep hearing about people snapping off pins and such... didn't wanna do that.
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On the gloves though:
http://www.silverstaroutfitters.com/...d=4945&cid=154
or
http://www.silverstaroutfitters.com/...m?NewSession=1
I'm thinking of ordering one of the above. Can't decide which one. I, too, always have liked wearing gloves while driving--kinda makes me feel old school racer.![drive](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/driving.gif)
Or I'll just wear the motorcycle gloves that I have:
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...love_Black.jpg
But the bike gloves are kinda thick and overkill. I shoulda gotten the perforated version (for ventilation), but I thought all those holes would compromise the structural integrity of the glove, decreasing its value in the case of a fall (while on the bike). At least it has nice and strong knuckle pads, just in case I have to get out and punch someone in the face while driving my M-B.![naughty](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/naughty.gif)
![Big Grin](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
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On the gloves though:
http://www.silverstaroutfitters.com/...d=4945&cid=154
or
http://www.silverstaroutfitters.com/...m?NewSession=1
I'm thinking of ordering one of the above. Can't decide which one. I, too, always have liked wearing gloves while driving--kinda makes me feel old school racer.
![drive](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/driving.gif)
Or I'll just wear the motorcycle gloves that I have:
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...love_Black.jpg
But the bike gloves are kinda thick and overkill. I shoulda gotten the perforated version (for ventilation), but I thought all those holes would compromise the structural integrity of the glove, decreasing its value in the case of a fall (while on the bike). At least it has nice and strong knuckle pads, just in case I have to get out and punch someone in the face while driving my M-B.
![naughty](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/naughty.gif)
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hmm, if w209 pins fit, then I'll probably have to pick up a pair of the chrome pins and surrounds. Be sure to post how hard the surrounds are to replace
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My gf bought em for me when she went to Vegas w/ her friends. Ferrari F1 team shoes wannabes. Puma-made.
http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.c..._2006_12901888
I only wear em when I wanna feel like a pro.
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I've got 3 pairs of Puma Speed Cats (the suede ones) and a pair of Piloti Monacos.
http://piloti.com/
Freakin great driving shoes. No body knows about Piloti- thats why I love them.
http://piloti.com/
Freakin great driving shoes. No body knows about Piloti- thats why I love them.
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I've got 3 pairs of Puma Speed Cats (the suede ones) and a pair of Piloti Monacos.
http://piloti.com/
Freakin great driving shoes. No body knows about Piloti- thats why I love them.
http://piloti.com/
Freakin great driving shoes. No body knows about Piloti- thats why I love them.
![thumbs](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
The Pumas I have are actually street shoes that look like driving shoes. They took the F1 team shoes and beefed up the bottom a bit so that they can be used for streetwear, but they do the job all right. Soles are still thinner than most street shoes (dress or casual).
The key with these shoes is the rounded heel area that allows for easy pedal action.
![drive](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/driving.gif)