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Upgraded my shifter from the pre 06 style to the 07+ facelift style. Went with a beige style shift boot and knob, I think the contrast actually looks lovely in person. And upgraded the door pins as well.
Purchased 2003 E500 about a month ago with 144k miles.
This week was the most mechanical
Crank position sensor
MAF sensor
Engine mount
Transmission Mount.
New Window Tint
The 4 engine parts made the most difference in the way the car drives.. Now it is very smooth.
Last month I did
Oil filter
spark plug and wires
Seat control Module
Seat motor.
Will change Trans filter and ATF oil in upcoming weeks.
Upgraded my shifter from the pre 06 style to the 07+ facelift style. Went with a beige style shift boot and knob, I think the contrast actually looks lovely in person. And upgraded the door pins as well.
So guys I just received is BRAND NEW (take off) Amg/sport wheel with paddle shifter. And yes I'd rather the black paddles then the silver because I think they match better. The only thing is I'm going to lose my beloved burl wood wheel!! What do you guys think I should do??
OH AND BTW I PAID $145 SHIPPED!!
I know it can't possibly get any better then that!!
Lots of conflicting instructions but I figured it out. If anyone needs help, send me an email.
You must pull the column assembly. There is a bolt on the bottom right facing the floor that must be loosened. It will not come out easily so do not worry about it.
Make sure you keep the center ring centered and the arrows pointing at one another during installation. It if did not come already centered for you, read the instructions on how to get it centered on the replacement part or better yet, the old part.
Cleaned the headliner using some carpet cleaner over at NthDegree's house, looks a lot better, just use a terry cloth and regulate your pressure wisely!
polished head lights
fix broken head light mounting tab with Q-bond
change ATF , Trans filter and gasket.
Tighten exhaust hanger bolts that was rattling.
Lower Airmatic with washer in the front to max of 1"
Lower Airmatic Rear using the shim method. about .75"
Install new 20" wheels.
polished head lights
fix broken head light mounting tab with Q-bond
change ATF , Trans filter and gasket.
Tighten exhaust hanger bolts that was rattling.
Lower Airmatic with washer in the front to max of 1"
Lower Airmatic Rear using the shim method. about .75"
Install new 20" wheels.
Good job! How did you manage to clean up the discs and calipers like that? Or are they new discs and painted calipers?
Good job! How did you manage to clean up the discs and calipers like that? Or are they new discs and painted calipers?
Good eyes, details, details,
Meyle Platinum disc and new paint on Calipers.
With the new wheels, The brakes were complete exposed.. it would be really ugly if i didnt give it a fresh paint.
Special ride height adjustment tool. Pretty much tells you the degrees at which ride height is going to be set, as well as inputting the data from the rommus into the sds to get the ride height you want or desire. Since I wanna be low, I'm going to have to trick airmatic into thinking the vehicle ride height is something its actually not. I'm more worried about the rear end of the vehicle more then the front. I can fine tune the front with my lowering links. Hopefully i can get this done before i head to the OC car show this weekend, doubt it... I wont be holding my breath thats for sure!
I'll make this short and sweet. The tool is directional. Place red box in between notches on lower spring link... I HAVE A 2wd V8. All models and drivetrains vary depending on where to put the tool! Use sds to change your degree values and set your ride height you desire, in the air matic/suspension control unit. once its where you like it do initial startup with manual takeover of settings, input your values and click F2 to save. It'll say "completed". once ride heights set to your standards do an alignment. My left front was off so i needed a bolt kit for the left front only.
road tested my car after everything. I will use one word to describe the difference in how it rides before and after, ORGASMIC.
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