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Old Nov 18, 2024 | 03:50 PM
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Just picked up a low mileage 2004 E500. Who do you guys recommend for parts? I need the idler and tensioner pulleys.

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Old Nov 18, 2024 | 07:48 PM
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Nice. I just picked up a high mileage 2003 E500, haha. It was a grandma special. So I'm pretty new to this game as well. And also looking for parts.

I ordered some OEM parts from the mercedes classic store: https://classicparts.mbusa.com

Also, FCP Euro seems highly recommended as well. I am hoping they do a Black Friday sale as I'm planning on doing spark plugs, valve cover gaskets, motor mounts, and transmission fluid service.

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Old Nov 18, 2024 | 07:53 PM
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Originally Posted by mooseman
Nice. I just picked up a high mileage 2003 E500, haha. It was a grandma special. So I'm pretty new to this game as well. And also looking for parts.

I ordered some OEM parts from the mercedes classic store: https://classicparts.mbusa.com

Also, FCP Euro seems highly recommended as well. I am hoping they do a Black Friday sale as I'm planning on doing spark plugs, valve cover gaskets, motor mounts, and transmission fluid service.
Thanks for the information. I went ahead and ordered from RockAuto. Best of luck to you with your E500..
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nice-I always go to FCP first, good options, and buy it once.
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Old Nov 19, 2024 | 11:26 AM
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I looked at FCP initially. I found the idler pulley for about 6 bucks and was concerned about the low price, figuring that it was a cheap part. I could be wrong, but for the interim, I went with a more expensive brand from RockAuto. That's not to say I won't use FCP in the near future. Thanks for your recommendation
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