Mercedes SL600 V12 - Replace the Nitrogen Spheres on the front Suspension of my 1994 R129...
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- Опубліковано 26 лис 2024
- I get to work on my 1994 Mercedes SL600 and remove and replace the two Spheres or "Balls" on the front suspension of this R129 V12 beast in order to fix the bouncy ride...firm ride can also be a symptom...
Your not a weirdo Cas we need more people like you 🤟🏻 awesome video.
Thanks Rizo!! I'm having fun with this. I'm 1/3 of the way to 1,000 subs which is cool because I want to livestream a Cars and Coffee in the Cave and I can't do that until I get 1k subs. Thanks for watching!!!
Thank you so much for these videos. It's almost impossible to find anything for the r129 sl600s. Keep up the good work!
Hey Thanks so much! Look for another video soon on the SL600 - I just about have the MAF re-wiring done. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks for vid, love the old warehouse!
It was a cool place to house The Cave for a while. New update coming on a new location soon :-) thanks for watching and commenting!
Nice work thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!!
Love your videos especially your subject matter is very helpful, some constructive Criticism, at the beginning of the video message on what vehicle does when the part is bad such as the stiff bumpy ride it helps the Layman DIY know what this video might help him with his car , maybe He can question,this is what my vehicle needs, Beginning of video,Rough bumpy ride on my Mercedes SL 600 R 129,great videos. Helpful video THANKS.
Hey Oates thanks for the feedback! You are right on. I've had a few people ask what the symptoms were so next time I will definitely go over the issue with the car and the reason for the repair. Thanks again!
I have a 1994 sl600 as well! I've been having trouble with it overheating since ive purchased it. I've changed the clutch fan ,the thermostat and upper rad hose. Im at a stand still and praying its not the worst. I was told they have a self bleeding system but I've still put it on an incline and tried. I love the car to death but I don't know what else to do. Thank you for the videos you have posted for future reference. If you have any links they would be greatly appreciated! Thank you again for your time!
I would look towards the water pump...Can you confirm that it is circulating coolant? Any leaks near the pump? Is it rattling or making noise? Also upper and lower radiator hoses should be warm after a little idling...if not it may be a clogged or corroded radiator...Sorry your having trouble - thanks for checking out my channel!
I have 2 sl600 have had to replace both water pumps,
My 97 was replaced 1200 miles before I got it the impeller was cast metal and had come apart,
I’ve recently acquired a 96 sl600 and would like to replace the spheres but can’t seem to find a place that supplies the front ones. Where did you acquire your front nitrogen spheres. Btw, I’m in Mboro, not too far from you. Would love to hookup if we can.
Hey Mr Cassidy!!! Love the videos!! Can you do a video on replacing the ABC Pulsation Dampeners? Is it possible to change them WITHOUT removing the entire tandem pump? I'll be watching!! Thanks!!
Love these videos, i have a 95 SL600 and nobody posts any repair videos on these cars lol. I’m having an issue where my front suspension sits very low but the back suspension is completely fine. The car was sitting for a while before i purchased it but there were absolutely no hydraulic leaks on any of the shocks or at the pump. Tried starting it for a little to get the fluid circulated, tried adding some fluid (it was low) and the front suspension hasn’t come up at all. My guess is the shocks but i’m not too sure. When you press the button to raise the shocks the back shocks don’t move at all. Any advice is appreciated thanks man keep up the great videos
Hate to say it but it's probably that valve block that I replaced in the video with the ADC pump. It's the part that I sent out to Klaus at Top Hydraulics. He repairs them for about $450. Good news is it's a piece of cake to take off and replace. I bet the seals inside your valve block have gone bad... Thanks for watching! There will brbe a new video soon on this car where I rewire the mass air flow sensor harnesses...good fun:-)
@@cassidycarcave2781 Was it the valve block or the pump that solved your issue? Mines doesn’t seem to be physically leaking but i’m not too sure. Car basically has the front tires inside of the fender well
@@elijahlane411 for mine it was the valve block. I replaced the pump also just because I wanted the car to be right but my car had all four fenders basically resting on the tires and while it wasn't physically leaking outside I'm sure the valve block was bad and was not allowing the system to hold pressure. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!
@@cassidycarcave2781 For me my rear suspension is completely fine. Just the front suspension won’t raise at all. The whole tire is pretty much inside of the fender. Tried adding fluid (it was low) and revving the engine to create some pressure at the pump and the front suspension wouldn’t raise an inch. Took off the passenger side front wheel and the valve block had absolutely no leaks. The boot on the front shock was ripped and the inside of the fender seemed to be covered in dried up oil of some sort. Thinking about just converting it to coilovers from the SL500 of this year and plugging the hydraulic lines
Rich you were a guiding light and inspired me to buy my first benz and fix it myself. I started my own UA-cam in memory of your spirit. May the good Lord bless your soul. You are missed every day. May your family be blessed and your children and your children's children who have these videos to watch and have pride in your legacy.. 🙏🏻
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What happened with Hoovie & The Wizard? With the mess in Washington I haven't been paying attention. Anyone have a link? Just here trying to expand my Mercedes knowledge so I can turn my own wrenches down in the garage.
Just a little drama with a repair on Hoovies AMG...ua-cam.com/video/LNhaiz6vFxs/v-deo.html
Later resolved with this video....ua-cam.com/video/Qa4RyENNMvI/v-deo.html... so glad-these two are awesome together!