Keyless Entry in an 87 300E

May 6, 2004 | 06:49 PM

hpotter

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Keyless Entry in an 87 300E

I've got a 1987 300E and I was wondering how you would go about installing a keyless entry system. I don't know a great deal about cars and working on them, and I would be happy for any direction you can give me. The big thing I'm not sure about is the vacuum lock system, will I need to replace it and go for a straight up electrical system? Is there any specific brand of keyless entry. One other thing. Is there a way to make the old 300E keys into one of those new flip keys??

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Mike

May 6, 2004 | 07:20 PM

mike690003

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ex 300E driver

Keyless entry can be done. I have it in my 87 300E. It is not that hard to do. You will need 2 actuators, one to open the locks and one to close the locks. This is because of the vacuum lock system.

May 7, 2004 | 04:49 AM

bamberger_1

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'00 S320 W220, '98 A160 W168/ sold in 2005 '86 260 E W124 '90 260E W124

I have converted both of my W124 with WAECO MT-350. Works great since 4 years. I did it since my lock cylinders and keys seem to be worn. A new lock system was x-times more than the simple to install (DIY) WAECO system. Takes about 1 hour to install.
Here is their web site for DIY products. You just have to locate dealer:
http://www.waeco.com/pages/products/auto/default.htm

May 29, 2004 | 02:00 AM

solmagic2

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Hey man, about that keyless entry.

Where did you get it and how much was it?

Email me merc400e@hotmail.com

Thanks

Jun 1, 2004 | 02:16 AM

Stack_Hardhouse

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2003 C32, 1999 E320 Wagon

Bergwerks makes a keyless entry for w124 that will work with the factory alarm.

Check out www.bergwerks.com

Jun 1, 2004 | 12:45 PM

JoeR

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1987 300E

Crutchfield has one for only $70 that works fine with the factory setup. YOu only need to add 2 (inexpensive) relays. Simple. Been in my '87 300E for over a year and love it.