SL/R230: R230 Front Strut Dust Cover Replacement
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R230 Front Strut Dust Cover Replacement
I have a worn out front strut cover and wanted to know if anyone has replaced theres.
I've tracked down an SL550 front strut cover replacement kits and told by an Indie that it is a fit.
Mercedes repair kit 2213300085
I'd appreciate input from experienced members or if you've seen a site with corresponding info
Thanks
I've tracked down an SL550 front strut cover replacement kits and told by an Indie that it is a fit.
Mercedes repair kit 2213300085
I'd appreciate input from experienced members or if you've seen a site with corresponding info
Thanks
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I have a worn out front strut cover and wanted to know if anyone has replaced theres.
I've tracked down an SL550 front strut cover replacement kits and told by an Indie that it is a fit.
Mercedes repair kit 2213300085
I'd appreciate input from experienced members or if you've seen a site with corresponding info
Thanks
I've tracked down an SL550 front strut cover replacement kits and told by an Indie that it is a fit.
Mercedes repair kit 2213300085
I'd appreciate input from experienced members or if you've seen a site with corresponding info
Thanks
With less than 50,000 miles. Replaced all 4 struts due to the torn "boots" and Mercedes split the total cost parts and labor with me.
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Happy New Year Wayne.
That's great the service dept. met you 1/2 way on cost. With coming from Florida; for all four to be replaced at <50 k mi. is earlier than the average.
Our 04 car has >95 k mi and rears are still in good shape.
Did anything else need replacing?
That's great the service dept. met you 1/2 way on cost. With coming from Florida; for all four to be replaced at <50 k mi. is earlier than the average.
Our 04 car has >95 k mi and rears are still in good shape.
Did anything else need replacing?
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Nothing else was damaged...yet. Mercedes had concerns about something else, can't remember what exactly but the regional tech guy told the dealership what to do first and document that issue so Mercedes, if necessary, could be replaced later. It's been 6 months without any issues.
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I have a worn out front strut cover and wanted to know if anyone has replaced theres.
I've tracked down an SL550 front strut cover replacement kits and told by an Indie that it is a fit.
Mercedes repair kit 2213300085
I'd appreciate input from experienced members or if you've seen a site with corresponding info
Thanks
I've tracked down an SL550 front strut cover replacement kits and told by an Indie that it is a fit.
Mercedes repair kit 2213300085
I'd appreciate input from experienced members or if you've seen a site with corresponding info
Thanks
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No. I cannot.
A prudent search might be Arnott MB rebuilt struts and cross reference S,CL CLS with R230, 231 to see if; even though valving may vary the bodies use the same housings
Also
Check OP date. This was a long time ago. When I posted this #was for an SL550. I cant deny or confirm present www listings.
Search long enough and you can find almost anything.
Good Luck
A prudent search might be Arnott MB rebuilt struts and cross reference S,CL CLS with R230, 231 to see if; even though valving may vary the bodies use the same housings
Also
Check OP date. This was a long time ago. When I posted this #was for an SL550. I cant deny or confirm present www listings.
Search long enough and you can find almost anything.
Good Luck
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#'s change.
There is a current listing for an SL550 front boot and it's MB oem
You need the boot and have a choice of buying OEM metal retaining clips or simple black zip ties
There is a current listing for an SL550 front boot and it's MB oem
You need the boot and have a choice of buying OEM metal retaining clips or simple black zip ties
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Well I came up empty searching the net for replacement strut boots/covers for my 07 SL550. Fortunately though, I know German so I started weeding through German sites as this problem surely must exist in the fatherland as well.
I came across the following site which in detail lists part numbers and backwards compatibility of certain parts, confirmed by a member from another forum, which I probably cannot name here.
So here it goes, this is the info I was able to gather:
Rear strut covers: They are (reportedly) the same for all SL 230 and 231 models. The part number, available as of May 2012, is 230-328-00-92. There are 2 snap rings that hold the covers in place, and their part number is 003-994-12-40.
Front strut covers: (reportedly) the lower strut cover for R231 models is backwards compatible with ALL R230 models. The part number is 231-327-00-92. On the above linked site under 1.2 you can find photos comparing the original strut covers (the ones you cannot get a direct replacement for) and the R231 covers. There is one difference, as in the bottom opening is larger and shorter, and the word is that this "exposes" more of the lower aluminum "spring plate", and the recommendation is to spray the exposed area of the spring plate with "spray wax" (not sure exactly what is meant with this but maybe someone can chime in). The upper clamp is part number 001-995-06-35 and the lower one 001-995-07-35, however they say you can use stainless steel screw clamps if you want.
Below is a screenshot of the parts I just ordered. I hope this helps someone, and I will certainly report back once the parts are installed.
I came across the following site which in detail lists part numbers and backwards compatibility of certain parts, confirmed by a member from another forum, which I probably cannot name here.
So here it goes, this is the info I was able to gather:
Rear strut covers: They are (reportedly) the same for all SL 230 and 231 models. The part number, available as of May 2012, is 230-328-00-92. There are 2 snap rings that hold the covers in place, and their part number is 003-994-12-40.
Front strut covers: (reportedly) the lower strut cover for R231 models is backwards compatible with ALL R230 models. The part number is 231-327-00-92. On the above linked site under 1.2 you can find photos comparing the original strut covers (the ones you cannot get a direct replacement for) and the R231 covers. There is one difference, as in the bottom opening is larger and shorter, and the word is that this "exposes" more of the lower aluminum "spring plate", and the recommendation is to spray the exposed area of the spring plate with "spray wax" (not sure exactly what is meant with this but maybe someone can chime in). The upper clamp is part number 001-995-06-35 and the lower one 001-995-07-35, however they say you can use stainless steel screw clamps if you want.
Below is a screenshot of the parts I just ordered. I hope this helps someone, and I will certainly report back once the parts are installed.
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That part is available thru US sources as well and you can use black zip ties instead of the SS clamps but there's also SS zip ties
"Spray wax" would be a generic term for paraffin based undercoating
http://www.mbpartscenter.com/mercede...me=dust-shield
"Spray wax" would be a generic term for paraffin based undercoating
http://www.mbpartscenter.com/mercede...me=dust-shield
Last edited by Hary Gahtoe; Jul 4, 2017 at 09:02 AM.
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2007 SL550
Well I came up empty searching the net for replacement strut boots/covers for my 07 SL550. Fortunately though, I know German so I started weeding through German sites as this problem surely must exist in the fatherland as well.
I came across the following site which in detail lists part numbers and backwards compatibility of certain parts, confirmed by a member from another forum, which I probably cannot name here.
So here it goes, this is the info I was able to gather:
Rear strut covers: They are (reportedly) the same for all SL 230 and 231 models. The part number, available as of May 2012, is 230-328-00-92. There are 2 snap rings that hold the covers in place, and their part number is 003-994-12-40.
Front strut covers: (reportedly) the lower strut cover for R231 models is backwards compatible with ALL R230 models. The part number is 231-327-00-92. On the above linked site under 1.2 you can find photos comparing the original strut covers (the ones you cannot get a direct replacement for) and the R231 covers. There is one difference, as in the bottom opening is larger and shorter, and the word is that this "exposes" more of the lower aluminum "spring plate", and the recommendation is to spray the exposed area of the spring plate with "spray wax" (not sure exactly what is meant with this but maybe someone can chime in). The upper clamp is part number 001-995-06-35 and the lower one 001-995-07-35, however they say you can use stainless steel screw clamps if you want.
Below is a screenshot of the parts I just ordered. I hope this helps someone, and I will certainly report back once the parts are installed.
I came across the following site which in detail lists part numbers and backwards compatibility of certain parts, confirmed by a member from another forum, which I probably cannot name here.
So here it goes, this is the info I was able to gather:
Rear strut covers: They are (reportedly) the same for all SL 230 and 231 models. The part number, available as of May 2012, is 230-328-00-92. There are 2 snap rings that hold the covers in place, and their part number is 003-994-12-40.
Front strut covers: (reportedly) the lower strut cover for R231 models is backwards compatible with ALL R230 models. The part number is 231-327-00-92. On the above linked site under 1.2 you can find photos comparing the original strut covers (the ones you cannot get a direct replacement for) and the R231 covers. There is one difference, as in the bottom opening is larger and shorter, and the word is that this "exposes" more of the lower aluminum "spring plate", and the recommendation is to spray the exposed area of the spring plate with "spray wax" (not sure exactly what is meant with this but maybe someone can chime in). The upper clamp is part number 001-995-06-35 and the lower one 001-995-07-35, however they say you can use stainless steel screw clamps if you want.
Below is a screenshot of the parts I just ordered. I hope this helps someone, and I will certainly report back once the parts are installed.
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Is The Juice Worth The Squeeze ? Depends. Size; Big Boys
Most prudent people would say FN!!
Step 1:
If you absolutely have to shield the strut get generic strut cover on ebay. Slice it vertically. Use some silicone and zip ties and Bob’s your uncle
Or; buy a two piece CV joint set.
Step 2: Miller time.
Save the oem dust shields for when the struts pack it in
Step 1:
If you absolutely have to shield the strut get generic strut cover on ebay. Slice it vertically. Use some silicone and zip ties and Bob’s your uncle
Or; buy a two piece CV joint set.
Step 2: Miller time.
Save the oem dust shields for when the struts pack it in
Last edited by Hary Gahtoe; Apr 24, 2018 at 11:23 PM.
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Most prudent people would say FN!!
Step 1:
If you absolutely have to shield the strut get generic strut cover on ebay. Slice it vertically. Use some silicone and zip ties and Bob’s your uncle
Or; buy a two piece CV joint set.
Step 2: Miller time.
Save the oem dust shields for when the struts pack it in
https://youtu.be/H6WkRa6Z0pM
Step 1:
If you absolutely have to shield the strut get generic strut cover on ebay. Slice it vertically. Use some silicone and zip ties and Bob’s your uncle
Or; buy a two piece CV joint set.
Step 2: Miller time.
Save the oem dust shields for when the struts pack it in
https://youtu.be/H6WkRa6Z0pM
Called another MB shop and they advised against it. Said they needed to basically remove and reinstall all the struts and they did not want the liability. I understand that, but why would you need to remove the struts, can't you just disconnect the control arms and slip these on from the bottom without removing the struts?
I also called the MB dealership and surprisingly they said they would do it for $450 in labor. That doesn't sound too bad, and I'd feel "safer" having them do it.
Opinions?
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Haha, definitely I agree with step 2
Called another MB shop and they advised against it. Said they needed to basically remove and reinstall all the struts and they did not want the liability. I understand that, but why would you need to remove the struts, can't you just disconnect the control arms and slip these on from the bottom without removing the struts?
I also called the MB dealership and surprisingly they said they would do it for $450 in labor. That doesn't sound too bad, and I'd feel "safer" having them do it.
Opinions?
Called another MB shop and they advised against it. Said they needed to basically remove and reinstall all the struts and they did not want the liability. I understand that, but why would you need to remove the struts, can't you just disconnect the control arms and slip these on from the bottom without removing the struts?
I also called the MB dealership and surprisingly they said they would do it for $450 in labor. That doesn't sound too bad, and I'd feel "safer" having them do it.
Opinions?
I found my RR torn so am also on the "hunt"
Absolutely love this car but catching up on maintenance issues is a right royal PITA
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any updates on this guys, i have ran into the same problem, im in the uk, im torn between getting them imported from china or using r231 ones, surely somebody has done this repair as it is very common?
thanks guys any advise appreciated
thanks guys any advise appreciated
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looking at the PDFs it does look like you could slide off the bottom which is obviously the way as with the quote of four fifty from the dealer
I found my RR torn so am also on the "hunt"
Absolutely love this car but catching up on maintenance issues is a right royal PITA
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I have a worn out front strut cover and wanted to know if anyone has replaced theres.
I've tracked down an SL550 front strut cover replacement kits and told by an Indie that it is a fit.
Mercedes repair kit 2213300085
I'd appreciate input from experienced members or if you've seen a site with corresponding info
Thanks
I've tracked down an SL550 front strut cover replacement kits and told by an Indie that it is a fit.
Mercedes repair kit 2213300085
I'd appreciate input from experienced members or if you've seen a site with corresponding info
Thanks
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For what it's worth.....
A little measuring on the top and bottom can help you get a cheap rubber boot for any struts.
I have an older Bentley and covers cost hundreds. A BSA front fork cover set worked perfectly.
A little measuring on the top and bottom can help you get a cheap rubber boot for any struts.
I have an older Bentley and covers cost hundreds. A BSA front fork cover set worked perfectly.
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Precisely. The R231 boot from MB is a close alternative. Ooorr... try contacting Arnotts. They rebuild our struts plus many others
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Read through the thread, saw many suggestions but no final resolution. Found and ordered a bellows kit on ebay for about $120 (unfortunately, it's Chinese). I plan on disconnecting the lower link and sliding them on. I'll follow up in Sept when done. (I don't get in a big hurry usually.)
Hope this helps
