Camshaft Sprocket part number verification
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Camshaft Sprocket part number verification
I need a camshaft adjuster for my E35DEH 2013 GLK 350 M276 engine. First time dealing with Benz part numbers.
https://mbparts.mbusa.com/oem-parts/...bC12Ni1nYXM%3D
Does that mean the "Replaces" part numbers will replace it and vise versa? I can find a 276-050-31-00 and 276-050-36-00 for under $200 on amazon, or under $100 on eBay.
Why so many numbers for what looks like the same part?
https://mbparts.mbusa.com/oem-parts/...bC12Ni1nYXM%3D
Does that mean the "Replaces" part numbers will replace it and vise versa? I can find a 276-050-31-00 and 276-050-36-00 for under $200 on amazon, or under $100 on eBay.
Why so many numbers for what looks like the same part?
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276-050-51-00 replaces (read "supersedes") 276-050-19-47, 276-050-31-00, 276-050-36-00 and 276-050-36-00-80. That does not mean all of those old numbers will work in your case. If it's a part that frequently fails, you probably want the most recent version.
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Sure Dad, but none of these are parts have been sitting around since the early 2000s and no one's remanufacturing inferiority so if it fits it's as new as -51-00
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Well, Son, have you considered the possibility that the latest part is improved, and corrects a deficiency, and that's the only reason the other numbers are superseded? (And the only reason you need a replacement).
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From what I read the Germans use softer metal than the chinese and that was an issue here. And again these parts weren't made and been on a shelf since the early 2000s. They're manufactured today with these numbers, pops. Tell me why it ain't going to fit, and last as long as the other three? Anyone ever consider how ECO mode can't help this oil staying to the top of the engine problem? Frequent oil changes and turning Eco off will probably help more can that high price sticker on the box the expensive one comes in don't you think?
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I've read every thread on here on this issue and every comment in every video and no one ever explained what newer part numbers did to correct the problem. Do you know what they did?
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If you can find the original part number for your particular engine and are satisfied with the life of the original then I suppose if you could find an original part for a good price it might be worth the gamble. However, there is no guaranty that all of the original numbers would be right for your particular engine. The "replaces" statement only assures the later part is suitable for all early applications, not that any one of the originals is suitable for all.
It would surprise me if any of the superseded parts are still in production, not that that should really matter, but they are most likely NOS, hence the deep discount.
That's my advise, but you always were a difficult child...
It would surprise me if any of the superseded parts are still in production, not that that should really matter, but they are most likely NOS, hence the deep discount.
That's my advise, but you always were a difficult child...
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Family bonding aside,
Mercedes part numbers generally follow the rule xxx yyy zz aa, where
xxx = chassis/engine of origin
yyy = component group/type
zz = version/location
aa = master listing number
the 80 at the end of the 12 digit numbers means reconditioned
Consolidation under a single part number is often done for economy, not performance. For example, various chassis versions (base, luxury, sport) may be built with different spring rates, but after 10 years only a single “fits all” spring may be available.
nota_AMG has a history and explanation in the W212 forum that will give more info than almost anyone would want.
Mercedes part numbers generally follow the rule xxx yyy zz aa, where
xxx = chassis/engine of origin
yyy = component group/type
zz = version/location
aa = master listing number
the 80 at the end of the 12 digit numbers means reconditioned
Consolidation under a single part number is often done for economy, not performance. For example, various chassis versions (base, luxury, sport) may be built with different spring rates, but after 10 years only a single “fits all” spring may be available.
nota_AMG has a history and explanation in the W212 forum that will give more info than almost anyone would want.
