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Old Jan 24, 2023 | 06:39 AM
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Question S600 V12 Coil Packs

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So it was time that I ran into the dreaded coil pack issue on my V12. As I'm in South Africa, my options are very limited for what to do. New ones costs a fortune and repairing is apparently quite difficult. Does anyone have a solution for me please? I am willing to import a second hand set that hopefully is working just fine.
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Old Jan 24, 2023 | 08:50 AM
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I have a 2007 S600 V12 and I replaced the left and right coil pack and the voltage transformer with Clark Rupp's products. I was very happy with the results. My car really runs well with these components. He is based in California and has a web site www.V12icpack.com. I am now in the process of upgrading my voltage transformer to his new "Boost Box" also on the web site. Good luck and keep us informed.
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Old Jan 24, 2023 | 11:11 AM
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I actually mailed him just before I created this post :-) Came across his Youtube channel. Hopefully he'll be able to ship to me ASAP, I have a car show coming up and I need the car running, haha. Thanks for the info though. Pity it is such a rare thing in my area to find.
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Well you are in South Africa so a couple of ounces of South African gold or even a small diamond should just about cover the cost of two coil packs and a voltage transformer. I would also check your valve covers on both banks for any oil leaks. It is not uncommon for those gaskets to leak oil right into the coil packs or well up into the spark plugs and it doesn't get pretty electrically. I would renew those valve cover gaskets at the same time I replaced the coil packs. I speak from some expensive experience. I would also comment that a well maintained S class, especially an S600, is the finest automobile in the World.
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