503C43 ////AMG

I believe it's 9 quarts but don't quote me on it. I take mine to a shop as the level is CRITICAL to proper operation...

JohnnyRock

503, my local tech (albeit, not AMG certified) says it's usually 9-10 quarts, but it would be a good idea to get a couple extra as the process involves 'forcing' the new fluid in and displacing the old. He says they like to pump new fluid in until the have fresh, clean fluid coming out.

Of course, I also plan on getting a new filter and gasket.

PJmak

Thanks for help guys....yea thats way too much money for brakes. Could get me some 6 piston brakes for that money

This car is a perfect example of what a c43 should have been out of the factory

DRBC43AMG

Thanks for the positive comments guys.
'T Rex' and I appreciate

Mercedes22

Great photo's, the car looks fantastic + the 18" monoblocks realy set the car off.

The only mod i would do now would be colour coded door handles,which i had on my 43. They just blend in with the car. IMHO of course !!

DRBC43AMG

Yes, color coded handles will be installed some time down the road, probably during the next winter when she get's the bodywork and rust refreshed

DRBC43AMG

Just received a little parcel this morning with some new wheel bolts, apparently rust-proof too, with 4 locking bolts. I have to protect my 18" Monos from sticky fingers
Included in the parcel some new valve caps (Mercedes OE parts even if they are "Made in China"....)
Enjoy the photos, the first one with the MB codes for those looking for the same caps:

cm60k

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DRBC43AMG

Some comments on the KW suspension:
I have now driven around 1'700 kms since installing the Variant 2 kit and for sure the suspension has settled. I'll be getting an alignment done in the near future, but I can confirm that T Rex has retained good manners, albeit with a much firmer and stiffer suspension.
I measured the distance between the centre of the hub caps and the edge of the fenders. I'm currently running 18" Monos with PS3 (Michelin's new generation tyre).

The measurements found are noted as follows:
Front left: 32.8mm
Front right: 32.8mm
Rear left: 32.6mm
Rear right: 33mm
I conclude that the installation of the adjustable pads with an exact base height measurement was the right way to do it, except for one corner where it is slightly out. In this case and using Popey24's comments, I need to increase the distance by probably max 1mm on the pad to get an equivalent overall hub to fender distance. I will not decrease the front height as I did find some very slight rubbing when taking corners with lock on the steering and going over some bumps.

Driving around with 4 persons in the car, I can hear some very slight rubbing on the rear left on some bumpy surfaces. As this one is slightly lower than the right, I'll dial in a wee bit of extra distance on the adjustable pads to get that side up also to 33mm. That should cure the rubbing and get an equal distance in the suspension height. When doing this, I'll also check where the tyre is rubbing (inner fender liner, front of the rear bumber?) for some peace of mind.

I must also say that over some bumpy surfaces, you feel the shocks working nicely but no jumping of the wheels on rebound. However, you feel it in your stomach, and if you have eaten too much, take a nice drive and your food will be compacted real quick

cm60k

Is that weight difference between the Rears caused by the Battery.......??

ZAYED,,

DRBC43AMG

Ah, a good question but I doubt it and certainly not to that extent

Mercedes22

I have the same vale caps on the CL and i changed the wheel bolts on my S-Class from the so called good looking bolts that rusted to the ones that you have.

DRBC43AMG

Did you get them from Alloy Wheels?

Mercedes22

Yes, a very helpfull and competent company

DRBC43AMG

I certainly agree too. Top class and quick

PJmak

Dont wanna see no pictures of caps and stuff lol. Share some action shots

KJI3jflarryfe93

Mr. D.
Can u link where you bought these spacers?
Are they worth having on c43 with stock engine parts?
The only advantage to stock spacers is it the reduced heat in the engine bay, nothing else?

How did it go with your painted valve covers?
Are they still looking fresh?
Paint still intact?
No problems with start ups or anything else after painting these covers?

What's the name of the heat paint used?
For how many degrees celsius do they last and then melt?

Might do this mod painting my covers when the seals begins to leak oil in the futura.

DRBC43AMG

I have seen that my post #134 a bit further up is wrong. You should read cm and NOT mm

DRBC43AMG

During the weekend I finally managed to get my Goodridge SS pipes on "T Rex" together with a good brake purge single handed thanks to my pressure bleeder. The liquid is surprisingly still nice and clear despite the hard use and brake heat during the summer months. The drilled disks look perfect too. I can't test the result but the pedal feels nice and hard. Snow has been dumped overnight 2 days before spring

Kropf

Way back in Post #14, Daniel included a photo of the 4 hoses. Here are some more details:

Daniel noted at the time that dealership's prices were good, but I've noticed that M-B prices have risen sharply lately, and AutohausAZ.com currently has prices about 1 third of the Dealership prices for these hoses.

DRBC43AMG

Well the rain has washed away the salt on the roads, so I decided to blow the cobwebs out of "T Rex". After a bit of driving around yesterday, I must say the pedal feel has been transformed Just nice and hard now and when you touch the brakes you see a rapid de-acceleration. Perhaps this feeling is the combination of the SS pipes and EPC Yellowstuff pads...
All I can say to those who haven't done the SS upgrade, get out and do it soon. You won't regret it

horgantrevor

just read the whole thread great effort and a great example of a c43

and your health

lots of thing for me too do i guess on my 43 but im looking at a second also
i have a c43 engine with 92k on it full redone sitting in my garage two years i must find a home for it soon stick it in a w201 or w124 estate maybe or sell

once again great thread

cm60k

+1,,

Great thread with great helper....,

always learning a useFUL things from it....

ZAYED,,

DRBC43AMG

Thanks guys for the positive comments. Much appreciate My health is fine too and I just have to be careful with food and drinks: little red meat, no more french fries, a lot of vegetables and fresh fruits and no more alcohol.
Have you checked my project (link at the bottom of my signature)?

dls55amg

awesome job drb,only one thing better than an amg,.................. two amgs