ironman21

Hey SL fans, Newbie with a question. I have started to remove the entire rear end of my 560sl for reconditioning (bushings, bearings, breaks, shocks etc.) I have the hubs off and noticed the shackles on the trailing arms are installed at different degrees to their trailing arms. Since the shackles are pressed in, I believe that they are in the original position from the factory. I have scoured the 107 manual for information but can't seem to find any. I do not plan to replace these since the bushings are tight and there is no play + they are $250apice. But I am concerned about the difference between the left and right side. In the picture you can see what I am talking about. I will be removing the arms tonight for prep and painting along with new bushings. Got to remove the shock and spring first yikes!

BENZerk

Unless they have play, don't mess with them. Same goes for the rear bearings unless they are making noise or leaking. If you know of a fully equipped machine shop that specializes in Benzes and knows how to set them up in your area then go for it. Otherwise you are in for some heartache when the bearings start grinding.

ironman21

Thanks Benzerk, However, I already replaced the bearings found the job to be pretty easy, I have my own press and thing went smooth, checked end play and it is good, I do have a MB tuner local and I will have them check the my tolrances once the car is finished.

BENZerk

Excellent, most people don't have a press! I used to end up fixing things like that after people mangled it with a hammer because they thought machine shops charged to much. It was the pay me now or pay me much more later syndrom. Most of the time I'd end up refurbishing a part out of a yard. I love Mercedes quality but hate dealers prices.