400HP55

Ok I understand now. So the new bearing kits come with bearing races?

DRBC43AMG

Always...

400HP55

Can you suggest a bearing kit for me please? One with the dust cap and such. I see alot of different manufactures... Thanks!

DRBC43AMG

Mine are Metzgers...

400HP55

Do you know where I can get the MB Bearing grease online? Do you think Febi Bilstein grease will work as well?

http://www.rmeuropean.com/Part-Numbe...1-35768f64548f

DRBC43AMG

I imagine that it would be OK. It may be not the green colored MB one but who knows. Have you tried asking at your MB dealer how much the grease costs?

400HP55

Its about 20 a tube; however, I took out ALL the grease so I need grease for the inside hub now.

I just figured I could find it online for like $5 a tube.

DRBC43AMG

So go for it and grease that hub. Use good quality grease only. I imagine most modern bearing greases should be fine.
Back in my racing days, we used a grease coming from the aerospace industry as it had less resistance. Can't remember the name now... as that was over 30 years ago

bobbyjo9

Your not gonna find it for 5 bucks and book calls for 2 tubes. You only need 1 tube to complete both sides if you pack the bearings correctly. There is no need to fill the hub with grease. The green goo from over the counter is really worth the money and I wouldnt substitute.

400HP55

Just got done. Came out nice. The SS Lines are a little shorter than the OEM by about 2 inches.

Pretty straight forward suspension system we got after you guys helped me learn how to work with it.

Next is trying to degrease all the build up oil and dirt on the underside and engine bay. Any suggestions? Has anyone tried a professional seam clean? Pros, cons?

Thanks again for all your help! I still need to pull apart the rest of the old engine. Maybe this weekend if I get a chance.

cm60k

Nice Red ////AMG, you have a nice touch.......

ZAYED,,

DRBC43AMG

I tried the ////AMG paint trick on the calipers of my 43 but decided not to after multiple tries I just couldn't get it looking right, so painted over same color as the caliper (silver). I used an exhaust paint which is good to 800°c

400HP55

thanks cm60k. I was thinking that the black amg isn't gonna hold up but we'll see =)

ProjectC55

What mods did you install to bring the car to 400hp

503C43 ////AMG

Looks like you did the exact opposite of me


I have had mine painted for months with no issues what so ever. Even pressure washed them with no flaking or chipping. I used a paint made specifically for calipers as well as a clear coat made specifically for calipers. I used a high temp paint pen to color in the ///// AMG logo with pretty good results.

Nice calipers

400HP55

Hey guys. Just wanted to update this thread for those who are following it. I just got around to the other side I've been out of country fo a while. I forgot what a PITA it is to get these ball joint ha.

How does the rear suspension compare to the front suspension? Anyone got any expierence/pictures with the rear suspension? I want to do the rear next, but I know nothing about it, yet.

I didnt find a tool to measure the bearing nut. So I counted the threads and once I get the new parts I will just put the bolt on the same thread count. It should work

Thanks!



ProjectC55 - Please see my 400HP thread.

bobbyjo9

Wait what???? You talking bout setting wheel bearing preload by counting exposed threads on the spindle with the old bearing?? If thats so you will more than likely have a bearing failure. There is a mic spec for this but just go to zero lash and back off about an 1/8th of an inch. Your shooting for a tiny amount of play with wheel installed. With taper bearings your better to error on the side of loose than tight. With no play you will burn the new bearings up in no time. Im ignoring the "bolt" part as I think you meant the spindle nut right?

400HP55

Yes setting the wheel bearing pre load. Yes the spindle nut. But how tight until I stop? Hand tight? Semi tight? And how do i determine how much play? And I have to have the wheel on to do this?

Yup, I F$%^& it up lol.

bobbyjo9

Ok... spin the nut down by hand till contact on the washer. Then with a pair of channel locks, spin the rotor by hand while tightening and loosening the spindle nut with the channel locks. Your going for snug on the tightening and just off snug on the loosening. Your setting the bearings in there taper by doing this. Do this 5 or 6 times to make sure everything is settled and end with a snug not "breaker bar tight!". Now back the nut off about an 1/8" and tighten the locking bolt. If you have done this right, after you reinstall the wheel, you should be able to grab the tire at 12 and 6 and have a very slight rocking movement back and forth. If it feels loose or no play at all, pull the wheel back off and adjust accordingly. Loose has some forgivness but tight will burn up quick!!

Make sure you pack the bearings correctly and no need to fill the hub with grease. You only need pack the hubs in marine application.

400HP55

Ok guys here is my update on my project. Its coming out really clean. Heres some pics. Enjoy and thanks for the help! Next step is a new paint job and finish degreasing the entire vehicle.

If you look at the picture of when I first took off my front bumper for the first time it was really dirty. Then I degreased it and here the after picture.

Its getting back to showroom quality slowly but surely!

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400HP55

Heres the list as it stands so far of what I have done....
Engine Swap, Wiring Harness, Transmission Bolts, Trans Seals, New EGR System, Throttle Body Replaced,Throttle Position Sensor, New Wipers, New A/C Compressor, New Valve Cover Gasket (Left/Right), Valve Breather Gaskets (Left/Right), Transmission Service & Filter and Plug Change, Differential Fluid Change, Brake Fluid Flush, Cabin Filter, W209 Air Filters, Collant System flush, New Thermostat, New Serp Belt, New Idler Pulley, New Spark Plugs, New Spark Plug Wires, New Coil Packs, Fuel Filter Changed, W209 Motor mount, Trans Mount, Exhaust Rubber Hangers, Crank/Camshaft Sensors, Power Steering Flush, Drag Link Refurbished, Front Lower Control Arm Poly Bushing, Front Wheel Bearings (inner and outter), Tie Rods, Upper Ball Joint, Upper Control Arm, Lower Ball Joint, New Tires (Nitrogen Filled), Refurbished Dents in Rims, New MAF, New Brake Switch, New Front Window, Repainted Suspension/Calipers, AMG pedals, Floor mats, Polished head lights to new, New light bulbs in the entire car, New Pillar, Stop Tech Stainless Stell Lines Front, New Steering Damper, Alignment, New intake manifold gasket, new grounding wires, detailed engine bay under and top, cleaned electrical system, cleaned wires, pulled carpets and cleaned under, detailed wheel wells, shampoo seat stitches, and some more stuff I forgot... Oh ya and threw my back out Yup its almost there

400HP55

Here's the break down of the list noted above. I got over 9k into this beat ouch. Over 16k in receipts from service and parts holy crap!

What do you guys think I should ask for this car if I was to sell it?

da_guitarist

Wow, its new again. Nice work!

betrezra

I would cry if I performed that exercise on my ride.
Cool project!

UncleSlam

OMG, doing all that would take me 2 years at my snail's pace. Congrats on taking this on with such gusto . At what mileage should I sell my car, right before it needs all those new parts?