MB Specialized tools and where to get them?
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MB Specialized tools and where to get them?
Other than MB, where can we get some of the specialized items (like the cam lock tools).
I have searched for part numbers based on the MB part number. MB wants $150 to $250 for a freaking plate with a screw, which I think is stupid and outrageous...
Also, the online prices for the tools seem to be higher than the MSRP (at least at getmercedesparts.com which happens to be MB of Annapolis my dealer).
So I figured, someone must know where we can get the tools at a reasonable rate. Our cars are getting older, and will start to need more regular and random maintenance.
Or do you all think I am barking up the wrong tree here and just need to suck it up and pay the MB tax on the tools non the less
I have searched for part numbers based on the MB part number. MB wants $150 to $250 for a freaking plate with a screw, which I think is stupid and outrageous...
Also, the online prices for the tools seem to be higher than the MSRP (at least at getmercedesparts.com which happens to be MB of Annapolis my dealer).
So I figured, someone must know where we can get the tools at a reasonable rate. Our cars are getting older, and will start to need more regular and random maintenance.
Or do you all think I am barking up the wrong tree here and just need to suck it up and pay the MB tax on the tools non the less
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I'm at 90k miles at the moment, fortunately with the new project being a travel one, I do maybe 40 miles on the weekend and then it is parked at the airport all week. But.. I'm keeping it (otherwise I will never hear the end of it from my wife 
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At least I am mechanically inclined, and able (and willing to take the risks) to do much of the work myself.
).At least I am mechanically inclined, and able (and willing to take the risks) to do much of the work myself.
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Quite frankly most of these type tools can be fabricated quickly & sometimes do a better job than originals.
e.g. Valve spring compressor <$10 for a hammer handle, a couple of washers & some scrap bits welded together.
Quite frankly most of these type tools can be fabricated quickly & sometimes do a better job than originals.
e.g. Valve spring compressor <$10 for a hammer handle, a couple of washers & some scrap bits welded together.
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I have started an excel document that contains part numbers and links to some of the various tools and parts. The parts and tools are mostly for services that I will be doing in the near future (probably spring/summer since I have to work outside (under a giant pop up tent)), and it is freezing *** cold (okay, other than this past weekend where it was 70'F). I will update the document as I figure out what parts and tools are what.
The primary reason is simply anytime someone asks what a tool or part number is, everyone shouts it's prior in the thread, or search for it. Well sometimes, it is a pain to search for the part number, and having to go through a dozen different threads just to figure out the damn part number for the M159 buckets... So I will attach the spreadsheet, and update it as I update it (which will be sporadically unless others add information.
Sorry for the Code box, was just easiest to use to keep formatting. Meat of the data is visible, my notes hidden behind the scrolling part
The primary reason is simply anytime someone asks what a tool or part number is, everyone shouts it's prior in the thread, or search for it. Well sometimes, it is a pain to search for the part number, and having to go through a dozen different threads just to figure out the damn part number for the M159 buckets... So I will attach the spreadsheet, and update it as I update it (which will be sporadically unless others add information.
Code:
Category Part Number Name Description Price Site Reference Notes Tool 156589003400 Threaded Stud
$12.50 http://getmercedesparts.com Camshaft/Valve Cover work * Price current as of 22 Dec 2011
Tool SG-01-156 Timing kit M156 Engine timing kit/cam lock tool. Rental, $10/day $10.00 http://www.specialtyautotoolrentals....roducts_id=164 Camshaft/Valve Cover work * Price current as of 22 Dec 2012
Part 1560160020 Head Gasket Right $59.20 http://getmercedesparts.com Cylinder Head Work * Price current as of 22 Dec 2013
Part 1560160120 Head Gasket Left $64.00 http://getmercedesparts.com Cylinder Head Work
Part 1560160769 Head Bolts Torque to Yield Head Bolts $9.20 http://getmercedesparts.com Cylinder Head Work 20 bolts needed ($184 at price listed current as of 22 Dec 2013)
Tool 116589203300 Impact Extractor For removing Guide Rail pins $36.88 http://getmercedesparts.com Cylinder Head Work * Price current as of 22 Dec 2013
Tool 722589031500 Drift Pin Remove fill pipe in Transmission pan $18.00 http://getmercedesparts.com Cylinder Head Work * Price current as of 22 Dec 2013
Tool 116589013400 Threaded Pin For removing Guide Rail pins $13.13 http://getmercedesparts.com Cylinder Head Work * Price current as of 22 Dec 2013
Part 1560500225 Valve Lifters SLS Buckets $18.00 http://getmercedesparts.com Cylinder Head Work 32 buckets ($576 as of 22 Dec 2013 from my local MB dealer, cheaper than Wiestec packaged Buckets)
* Price current as of 22 Dec 2013
Tool MV7201 Mityvac Fluid Evacuator Plus Evacuates and dispences fluids. $70.00 http://www.mityvac.com/pages/products_fee.asp General Tool
Transmission Fluid Change * Keep it clean, and it can be used for any fluid, comes with attachments for brakes, transmission and cooling systems.
* Price on Amazon current as of 22 Dec 2013
Part 19901117 Screw Plug Transmission Torque Converter plug $4.00 http://getmercedesparts.com Transmission Fluid Change * Price current as of 22 Dec 2013
Part 49903512 Transmission Pan Bolts Torque to Yield Pan Bolts $1.50 http://getmercedesparts.com Transmission Fluid Change 6 bolts needed
Part 2202710380 Pan Gasket Transmission Pan Gasket $16.00 http://getmercedesparts.com Transmission Fluid Change * Price current as of 22 Dec 2013
Part 2212701212 Transmission Pan Updated Transmission Pan (if required) $70.00 http://getmercedesparts.com Transmission Fluid Change Updated Pan design part number
Part 2212770195 Transmission Oil Filter Transmission Oil Filter $33.00 http://getmercedesparts.com Transmission Fluid Change * Price current as of 22 Dec 2013
Part 2512710097 Pipe Transmission Guide Tube $2.00 http://getmercedesparts.com Transmission Fluid Change Fill pipe for updated pan design (need verification)
Tool MVA588 Mercedes ATF driveline Adapter M12 x 1.5 Threaded adapter (connects to MV7210 Hose accessory for the MV7201) $11.00 http://www.toolsource.com/mercedes-r...-p-122655.html Transmission Fluid Change * Works best with the Mityvac Hose/Fluid system, however can easily be connected to generic tubing of the appropriate size and some tube clamps.
* Price current as of 22 Dec 2013
Tool MV7210 Mityvac ATF Hose Accessory The accessory to connect the MVA588 Driveline adapter to the Fluid dispensor $31.00 http://www.toolsource.com/refill-hos...-p-107490.html Transmission Fluid Change * Price current as of 22 Dec 2013
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Tools are meant to be sold to shops and dealerships so the prices are high. You will likely not find many places wanting to deal with tools either because parts employees can't look them up and MB does not publish list prices for them making it more complicated they are also non-returnable.
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